Why I still recommend these Sonos headphones over competing models - including AirPods

A year after Sonos released its first over-ear headphones, the company addressed some of the model's biggest pitfalls. Here's my updated buying advice in 2025.

Editor's note: This article was first published on June 6, 2025, and updated on June 10, 2025, when Sonos announced the Ace's latest software updates.

It's been one year since Sonos released its first pair of consumer headphones, and although they made waves when they first dropped, how have they fared after the hype has died down? You can often find the Ace discounted for up to $120 off their original price, and if you're interested in them, that's the best time to buy them.

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I've worn the Sonos Ace often since their June 2024 release, and there are a few things I've grown to love more ...