--- title: "Sonos Ace Ultra review" description: "Sonos Ace Ultra review: specs, 35-hour battery, adaptive noise canceling, lossless audio, Sonos soundbar features, owner feedback, who it suits and FAQs." canonical: https://vettedten.com/us/tech/noise-canceling-headphones/sonos-ace-ultra/ language: en-US updated: 2026-11-09 score: 8.6 --- # Sonos Ace Ultra review > **Our verdict:** The Sonos Ace Ultra ranks 10th of the 10 noise-canceling headphones we compare, with 8.6 out of 10. No. 10 of 10 in our [noise-canceling headphones ranking](https://vettedten.com/us/tech/noise-canceling-headphones/) · Updated November 2026 · [How we rank](https://vettedten.com/how-we-rank/) **8.6 out of 10** The Sonos Ace Ultra is an over-ear noise-canceling headphone with ten microphones, up to 35 hours of battery and lossless audio. It suits people who already own Sonos speakers or a soundbar and want to listen privately. Why it's here: - Adaptive ANC with ten microphones, a clear step up from the original Ace - Up to 35 hours of battery with ANC on, and a quick charge gives hours of playback - Bluetooth 6.0 with aptX lossless on compatible phones and lossless over USB-C - Can pick up audio from Sonos speakers and soundbars Keep in mind: - Few long-term owner reports yet because it launched recently - At about 0.71 lb it is heavier than the Sony and Bose models - Its best features need other Sonos gear [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H8TBGMBJ) ## Why the Sonos Ace Ultra scores 8.6 - How happy owners are: 10th of 10 - How many rated it: 10th of 10 - How new it is: 1st of 10 ### Why it sits behind the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless (8.7) beats the Sonos Ace Ultra (8.6) because it leaves owners a little happier and has been rated by more owners. The Sonos Ace Ultra is a much newer design, but not by enough to close the gap. ## About the Sonos Ace Ultra The Ace Ultra is Sonos's second over-ear headphone. Sonos says its adaptive noise canceling gives up to twice the cancellation of the first Ace at frequencies up to 65 Hz. Ten microphones handle noise control, calls, Aware mode and TrueCinema room tuning. Engadget describes the ANC as strong on steady sound such as dryers and HVAC, and weaker on voices and TV dialogue. SlashGear saw modest gains over the first Ace and says Sony, Bose and Sennheiser still have the edge for demanding ANC users. It uses Bluetooth 6.0. Sonos says Qualcomm aptX gives lossless audio over Bluetooth with a supported device, and lossless audio also works over a USB-C connection. Sonos lists up to 35 hours of battery with ANC or Aware mode on, and a 3-minute charge at 0% gives up to 3 hours of listening. A full charge takes up to 3 hours. Engadget reports the battery is user-replaceable. Pressing the Content Key sends sound from a compatible Sonos soundbar to the headphones, Dolby Atmos included. Sonos labels the Content Key's push and pull of music between Sonos products as Early Access. Both reviews say playback has to start in the Sonos app, so music from other apps, including AirPlay, does not transfer. Spatial audio with head tracking runs through the Sonos app. The Ace Ultra comes in Black, Soft White, Agave and Sand, all matte. The box holds the headphones, a travel case, a USB-C to USB-C cable, a USB-C to 3.5 mm cable and a setup guide. SlashGear notes that they do not fold and are not waterproof. ### Key specs - Type: Over-ear wireless noise-canceling headphones - Weight: 0.71 lb - Battery life: Up to 35 hours with ANC or Aware mode on - Charging: Up to 3 hours for a full charge, 3 minutes gives up to 3 hours of listening - Microphones: Ten - Bluetooth: Bluetooth 6.0, Qualcomm aptX lossless with a supported device - Wired audio: Lossless over USB-C, 3.5 mm cable included - Colors: Black, Soft White, Agave, Sand - Warranty: Warranty information is included in the box, 30-day returns on Sonos.com ## What owners report about the Sonos Ace Ultra We found little owner feedback for this exact model, since it launched recently. The Sonos community threads we read were about the first Ace, and a staff reply in one of them could not confirm whether the Ultra differs. Without enough owner reports to show a pattern, treat the points under the specs as reviewer findings. We have no long-term data on durability or on how the Sonos features hold up over months. ## Who the Sonos Ace Ultra suits Buy the Ace Ultra if you own a Sonos soundbar or speakers. Watching TV late at night with sound sent to the headphones is the clearest reason to pick it. It also suits anyone who wants lossless audio over USB-C and a long battery life. Look elsewhere if you have no Sonos gear. At 0.71 lb it is heavier than the Sony and Bose models in this guide, and reviewers put its ANC behind the best of them. The Sony WH-1000XM6 or Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) are the better fit for frequent flyers who want the strongest noise canceling. The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless is the one for battery life. ## Questions about the Sonos Ace Ultra ### What are the new Sonos headphones? The Sonos Ace Ultra is the newest. It is an over-ear noise-canceling headphone with ten microphones, Bluetooth 6.0 and up to 35 hours of battery, and it follows the original Sonos Ace. ### Does the Sonos Ace Ultra support lossless audio? Yes. Lossless audio works over a USB-C connection. Over Bluetooth, Sonos says aptX gives lossless audio with a supported device, so your phone has to support it. ### What is the Sonos Ace Ultra Agave color? Agave is one of four matte colors for the Ace Ultra. The others are Black, Soft White and Sand. ### How do I power on the Sonos Ace Ultra? Use the Power/Bluetooth button on the left ear cup. A long press pairs additional devices, and a double tap switches between Bluetooth sources. ### How good is the Sonos Ace Ultra's noise canceling? Good, but not the best. Sonos claims up to twice the cancellation of the first Ace, and Engadget found it strong on steady sound such as HVAC and weaker on voices. SlashGear says Sony, Bose and Sennheiser still lead for demanding users. ## All 10 noise-canceling headphones, compared | No. | Product | Score | Badge | | ---: | --- | ---: | --- | | 1 | [Soundcore Q20i](https://vettedten.com/us/tech/noise-canceling-headphones/soundcore-q20i/) | 9.2 | Best Choice | | 2 | [Sony WH-1000XM6](https://vettedten.com/us/tech/noise-canceling-headphones/sony-wh-1000xm6/) | 9.0 | Best Premium | | 3 | [Soundcore Space One](https://vettedten.com/us/tech/noise-canceling-headphones/soundcore-space-one/) | 9.0 | | | 4 | [Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)](https://vettedten.com/us/tech/noise-canceling-headphones/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-headphones-2nd-gen/) | 9.0 | | | 5 | [Bose QuietComfort Headphones](https://vettedten.com/us/tech/noise-canceling-headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/) | 8.9 | | | 6 | [Sony WH-1000XM5](https://vettedten.com/us/tech/noise-canceling-headphones/sony-wh-1000xm5/) | 8.9 | | | 7 | [Apple AirPods Max 2](https://vettedten.com/us/tech/noise-canceling-headphones/apple-airpods-max-2/) | 8.9 | | | 8 | [Soundcore Space One Pro](https://vettedten.com/us/tech/noise-canceling-headphones/soundcore-space-one-pro/) | 8.8 | | | 9 | [Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless](https://vettedten.com/us/tech/noise-canceling-headphones/sennheiser-momentum-4-wireless/) | 8.7 | | | 10 | **Sonos Ace Ultra** (this review) | 8.6 | | ## How we score it Every score here comes from our ranking model; no editor sets the order. We haven't read the review sites for this guide yet, so for now it is led by owners. It ranks products by how happy owners are, holding back any product few owners have rated until more agree. How many rated it and how new it is only settle close calls, and value for money earns its own badge rather than a higher place. We compared 18 models for this guide before settling on these ten. Brands can't pay to be included or to move up. We last checked these picks in November 2026. [How we rank, in full](https://vettedten.com/how-we-rank/) ### Where these facts come from - [Sonos: Sonos Ace Ultra](https://www.sonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultra) - [Engadget: Sonos Ace Ultra review](https://engadget.com/2264528/sonos-ace-ultra-headphones-review) - [SlashGear: Sonos Ace Ultra review](https://www.slashgear.com/2264464/sonos-ace-ultra-review/) - [Sonos Community: Has Sonos Ace Ultra fixed the Sonos Ace volume issues](https://en.community.sonos.com/headphones-229145/has-sonos-ace-ultra-fixed-the-sonos-ace-volume-issues-6934973?postid=16899172) --- Canonical page: https://vettedten.com/us/tech/noise-canceling-headphones/sonos-ace-ultra/ · Every guide: https://vettedten.com/llms.txt · For AI agents: https://vettedten.com/agents.md