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7Hz Timeless · 219 €Sony WF-1000XM5 · 259 €
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| What matters | 7Hz Timeless7HzMedium confidence | Sony WF-1000XM5SonyMedium confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Worth Score | 7.4 | 7.8 (best in this comparison) |
| Best price | 219,00 € (best in this comparison) | 259,00 € |
| Confidence | Medium | Medium |
| Price fairness | 7.6 (best in this comparison) | 6.8 |
| Build quality | 7.8 | 8.6 (best in this comparison) |
| Performance | 8.9 | 9.7 (best in this comparison) |
| Longevity | 7.8 | 8.2 (best in this comparison) |
| Repairability | 6.6 (best in this comparison) | 3.4 |
| Support & warranty | 3.0 | 8.4 (best in this comparison) |
| Battery (ANC on) | — | 8 h |
| Noise cancelling | Passive isolation only | Best in class, dual processor |
| Water resistance | — | IPX4 |
| Codecs | — | LDAC, AAC, SBC |
| Case charging | — | USB-C + wireless |
| Best for | Hearing what a planar driver does differently · Fast, textured bass · Detail at moderate volume | Frequent flyers · Open-plan offices · Anyone who ranks silence above price |
| Avoid if | You have small ears — the discs are wide · You want plug-and-play from a phone | You want the best value per euro · You have larger ear canals — fit is fussy |
| Main drawback | Flat disc shape fits poorly for many | Expensive for the category |
Verdict
Take the 7Hz Timeless unless you need support & warranty.
The Sony WF-1000XM5 scores highest at 7.8, but it costs 40,00 € more than the 7Hz Timeless, which scores 7.4. That premium buys you support & warranty — 5.4 points of it. Worth it if frequent flyers describes you; otherwise it is money you keep. Watch out for flat disc shape fits poorly for many on the 7Hz Timeless.
Best overallSony WF-1000XM5 — Highest Worth Score here at 7.8, 0.4 ahead of the 7Hz Timeless. Best for frequent flyers.
Best value7Hz Timeless — 40,00 € cheaper than the Sony WF-1000XM5 and only 0.4 behind on Worth Score. You give up support & warranty.
Prototype data — prices and retailer stock are a fixed demo snapshot from 28 July 2026, not a live feed.