TechRadar95
The reviewer considers these class-leading in sound, build and usability, and thinks they justify their high price.
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
5 expert reviews#2 of 20 noise-cancelling headphones
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recommend
recommend
Best for luxury sound quality
Critics’ consensus
5 professional reviewers tested the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2, and 5 recommend it. Most praised: sound quality and build quality. Most common complaint: price.
Reviewed by TechRadar, Expert Reviews, Android Central and 2 more
The catch: Noise cancelling trails Sony and Bose, and the price is very high.
Critics agree
Scores run from 83 to 954 printed scores, 1 estimated · printed scores only: 92
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What do critics say about the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2?
Expert Reviews95
A resounding recommendation for buyers who put audio quality first and can afford the price.
Android Central90
A luxurious flagship pair with superb sound that the reviewer readily recommends to anyone who can afford it.
Trusted Reviews90
Sound improves clearly over the original Px8 and USB-C audio is a welcome addition.
Popular Science83est.
Presented as the premium step-up from the Px7 S3, with tight bass, inviting mids, improved noise cancelling and a luxurious build.
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What critics praise most
Sound quality4 of 5
Build quality3 of 5
Comfort2 of 5
What critics dislike most
Price2 of 5
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Is the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 worth it?
Most critics think so: 5 of 5 recommend it. Noise cancelling trails Sony and Bose, and the price is very high.
Do critics agree about the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2?
Critics agree: scores range from 83 (Popular Science) to 95 (TechRadar), a spread of 12 points across 5 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.
What do critics dislike about the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2?
Price (2 of 5 reviews).
What is the best alternative to the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2?
The Dali IO-8 (critic score 92), top pick, narrowly.