Noise-cancelling headphones · Ranked #6 of 23 · Best for sound quality

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3

88
Highly rated
Average of 7 professional reviews
7 of 7 recommend it · broad agreement
Where the 7 reviews landedRange 80–95
Score printed by the outlet Estimated from the verdict

Exact average 87.6 · 6 printed, 1 estimated · printed scores only: 88

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3Image: Bowers

7 professional reviewers tested the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3, and 7 recommend it. Most praised: sound quality and design. Most common complaint: controls and app.

Reviewed by Expert Reviews, TechRadar, Trusted Reviews and 4 more

The catch: Noise cancelling trails Sony and Bose, and the price is high.

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What 7 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 95
    Expert ReviewsThe outlet's top rating, counted as 95 · Hands-on review · 2025

    Stunning sound, light comfortable build and premium finish make these a strong contender for the best-sounding wireless headphones.

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  2. 95
    TechRadarThe outlet's top rating, counted as 95 · Hands-on review · 2025

    Gorgeous headphones with near-perfect, beautifully balanced sound and premium feel.

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  3. 90
    Trusted ReviewsHands-on review · 2025

    Among the best-sounding wireless over-ears the reviewer has heard, with strong calls and wireless performance.

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  4. 90
    Tom's GuideHands-on review · 2025

    Excellent sound, comfort and features at a less premium price than rivals, with only noise cancelling lagging Sony and Bose.

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  5. 80
    WIREDHands-on review

    Detailed, immersive sound and a handsome, comfortable aluminium design make these excellent for audiophile listeners.

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  6. 80
    Android CentralHands-on review · 2025

    Luxurious, well-built headphones with engaging, detailed sound, best for those putting sound above noise cancelling.

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  7. 83est.
    Popular ScienceNo printed score · Buying guide

    Picked as the best overall travel headphone, with expressive, detailed sound, effective noise cancelling and a refined look.

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"Est." means the outlet printed no score, so we estimated one from its verdict and checked our estimates against ratings outlets print. How we check estimates

What critics praise most

Sound quality7 of 7
Design4 of 7
Comfort3 of 7

What critics dislike most

Controls and app2 of 7
Case and folding2 of 7
Price2 of 7

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Common questions

Is the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 worth it?

Most critics think so: 7 of 7 recommend it. Noise cancelling trails Sony and Bose, and the price is high.

Do critics agree about the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3?

Broad agreement: scores range from 80 (WIRED) to 95 (Expert Reviews), a spread of 15 points across 7 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.

What do critics dislike about the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3?

Controls and app (2 of 7 reviews), Case and folding (2 of 7 reviews), Price (2 of 7 reviews).

What is the best alternative to the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3?

The Dali IO-8 (critic score 93), top pick, narrowly.