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Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2
Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2
Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2
Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2
Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2
Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2
Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2
Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2
Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2

#16 Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2

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The Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2 earbuds offer premium audio quality with dual drivers and a balanced armature, delivering rich, detailed sound across various genres. They feature a unique charging case that doubles as an audio transmitter, aptX Adaptive codec support, and improved comfort over the previous model. However, their ANC performance and battery life are less impressive compared to competitors, and the companion app lacks EQ customization.
Audio
Noise Cancellation
Fit Stability
Battery
Call Quality
Controls
Pros
  • Superior sound quality with dual drivers
  • Charging case doubles as audio transmitter
  • Comfortable for extended listening sessions
  • Supports high-resolution audio streaming
  • Robust build with IP54 water resistance
Cons
  • Active noise cancellation not best-in-class
  • Battery life below average for category
  • Companion app lacks EQ customization
  • Fit may not be secure for all users
Release Daterelease dateJanuary 2023
ANCanc infoYes
IPXipx infoIP54
Batterybattery info5 hours/21 hours with charging case (ANC off)
Reference Price 259.00$
IN-DEPTH
Audio
  • Quality: Delivers a rich, detailed sound with a balanced presentation, suitable for a variety of music genres.
  • Soundstage: Provides a wide and immersive soundstage, enhancing the listening experience.
  • Volume Levels: Maintains clarity at high volume levels without distortion
Noise Cancellation
  • Equipped: Features active noise cancellation, but not as effective as some competitors.
  • Transparency Mode: Includes a transparency mode with adjustable levels for situational awareness.
  • Levels: Offers standard and adaptive ANC modes, but lacks the suppression of top-tier ANC earbuds
Comfort and Fit
  • Comfort: Improved comfort over the previous model, suitable for long listening sessions.
  • Stability: May not provide the most secure fit for all users, potentially affecting noise cancellation and audio.
  • Ear Tip Options: Comes with three sizes of silicone ear tips to accommodate different ear shapes
Battery
  • Playback Time: Offers around five hours of playback with ANC off, around four hours with ANC on.
  • Charging Case: The charging case provides an additional 16 hours of battery life with ANC off and supports wireless charging.
  • Quick Charging: Supports quick charging, providing two hours of playback with a 15-minute charge
Call Quality
  • Microphone: Call quality is clear but may not be as impressive as other premium earbuds.
  • Number of Microphones: Each earbud is equipped with three microphones to enhance call clarity
  • Noise Reduction: Microphones provide some noise reduction during calls, but performance is not exceptional.
Controls
    Controls
  • Responsive and intuitive touch controls for playback, calls, and ANC, but may trigger accidentally
Connectivity
  • Multipoint Connectivity: The earbuds can remember multiple device connections, allowing for easy switching.
  • Range: Offers a Bluetooth range of up to 25 meters in open spaces.
  • Bluetooth Supports Bluetooth 5.0 with AAC, AptX, AptX Adaptive, AptX HD, and SBC codecs
Compatibility
  • OS: Compatible with both iOS and Android devices.
  • App: Companion app provides basic functionality but lacks EQ customization and advanced features
Other Features
  • Water Resistance: Rated IP54 for water and dust resistance, suitable for workouts and light rain exposure.
  • FindMyEarbuds: Not available.