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Sonos Ace vs Sonos Ace Ultra

Product A: Sonos

Ace

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Ace Ultra

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  1. Battery life (claimed, max)A: 30hB: 50hAce Ultra is 20 h higher.

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Front and side.

Weight

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Headset weight
A312g
B325g

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ASonos Ace
BSonos Ace Ultra

General

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Series
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Model numbers
ACEG1US1BLK, ACEG1US11Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Page data lists SKU ACEG1US1BLK for Black and ACEG1US1 for Soft White. These are US SKUs.
S52A, ACEULUS1BLK, ACEULUS1, ACEULUS1AGAV, ACEULUS1SAND1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Page data lists US SKUs: ACEULUS1BLK Black, ACEULUS1 Soft White, ACEULUS1AGAV Agave, ACEULUS1SAND Sand. S52A is the hardware model from the FCC filing as reported by TBreak.11Press articletbreak.com/tbreak/sonos-ace-ultra-headphones-fcc-filing-september-launchRead 14 October 2026TBreak: the heavily redacted FCC filing identifies the product as model S52A.
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
21 May 20247Press articletomsguide.com/audio/headphones/sonos-officially-unveils-its-first-wireless-headphones-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Sonos Ace announced May 21, 2024.
1 September 20264Press articlehifi.fan/stories/sonos-ace-ultra-headphones-released-with-headphone-engine-2-and-audio-handoverRead 14 October 2026HiFi Editorial dated 1 September 2026: Sonos has announced the Ace Ultra.
Status
Available1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Sold on the maker US store, currently at $239 against a $349 list price.
Available1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Sonos US store shows Available now with Add to cart and in-stock offers.
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
$4497Press articletomsguide.com/audio/headphones/sonos-officially-unveils-its-first-wireless-headphones-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Expected prices at the announcement: USD $449 / GBP 449 / EUR 499 / AUD $699. TechCrunch and What Hi-Fi? also give $449.
$4491Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026$449 on the Sonos US store, unchanged from the launch price reported by What Hi-Fi? and Tom's Guide.4Press articlehifi.fan/stories/sonos-ace-ultra-headphones-released-with-headphone-engine-2-and-audio-handoverRead 14 October 2026Retail prices 399 GBP, $449, AU$699 and EUR 449.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Tested at 399 GBP / $449 / AU$699.
Launch price (EU)
€4997Press articletomsguide.com/audio/headphones/sonos-officially-unveils-its-first-wireless-headphones-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Expected EUR 499 at the announcement. Digital Trends gives EUR 499 as the 2024 launch price. Tax treatment is not stated.8Press articledigitaltrends.com/home-theater/sonos-ace-ultra-may-launch-cheaper-than-the-original-ace-new-leak-revealsRead 11 October 2026The Ace launched in 2024 at EUR 499.
€4493Maker product pagesonos.com/de-de/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026449 EUR on the German Sonos store. German list prices include VAT. Press at launch also gave EUR 449.4Press articlehifi.fan/stories/sonos-ace-ultra-headphones-released-with-headphone-engine-2-and-audio-handoverRead 14 October 2026Retail prices 399 GBP, $449, AU$699 and EUR 449. Tax treatment is not stated.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/sonos-ace-reviewRead 14 October 2026The Sonos Ace Ultra land at $449 (399 GBP / 449 EUR).
Markets
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Colours
Black, Soft White1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Colors: Black, Soft White. Finish: Matte.
Black, Soft White, Agave, Sand1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Colors: Black, Soft White, Agave, Sand. Finish: Matte.
Segment
Music1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Maker markets it as noise-canceling headphones for music, spatial audio and TV listening.
Music1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Maker markets premium wireless noise-canceling headphones for music, spatial audio and TV listening.

Design

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Form factor
Over-ear1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Over-ear headphones. The page and What Hi-Fi? call them over-ear.
Over-ear2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Over-ear headphones with ear cushions that surround the ears. What Hi-Fi? and SoundGuys call them over-ear.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Reviewed as over-ear headphones.
Ear cup enclosure
Closed4Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026The TrueCinema section says the aim is not to feel like you are wearing closed-back headphones, which describes the Ace as closed-back. HeadphoneCheck lists the type as closed.5Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Technical specifications: Type closed, ear coupling over-ear, transducer principle dynamic.
Closed9Reviewsoundguys.com/product/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Spec table: Acoustic design Closed-back.
Wearing style
Headband2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026Extendable stainless steel headband with rotating ear cups.
Headband2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Adjustable headband that extends with ear cups on each side.
Folding
Flat4Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026The ear cups swivel flat but do not fold up. Shotkit also says they do not fold.
Flat8Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/sonos-ace-ultra-reviewRead 14 October 2026The Ace Ultra are not fully foldable, but the ear cups rotate flat for stowing in the case.
Swivelling ear cups
Yes2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026The extendable stainless steel headband and rotating ear cups adjust for a bespoke fit.4Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026The ear cups swivel flat.
Yes2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Plush ear cushions, rotating ear cups and an adjustable headband. TechRadar and Man of Many say the cups rotate flat and swivel both ways.
RGB lighting
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Lighting zones
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Drivers and sound

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Driver type
Dynamic1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Custom-designed 40 mm dynamic driver in each cup.
Dynamic1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Custom 40 mm dynamic driver in each ear cup.
Driver size
40mm1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Custom-designed 40 mm dynamic driver in each cup.
40mm1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Custom 40 mm driver in each ear cup.
Drivers per side
11Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Custom-designed 40 mm dynamic driver in each cup.
11Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026One 40 mm driver in each ear cup.
Diaphragm material
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Magnet
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Dual-ring magnet motor5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026New Sonos-designed 40mm dynamic drive units with a dual-ring magnet motor structure.
Frequency response (wired or passive)
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Wireless audio transmission band
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Impedance (passive when specified)
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Sensitivity (passive when specified)
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Sensitivity reference
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THD (claimed)
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Max input power
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Max digital audio sample rate
48kHz4Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Connected to a laptop over USB-C, the headphones support sample rates of 16-bit/48kHz.
48kHz4Press articlehifi.fan/stories/sonos-ace-ultra-headphones-released-with-headphone-engine-2-and-audio-handoverRead 14 October 2026Wired listening via the USB-C port offers audio up to 16-bit/48kHz.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Native support for 16-bit/48kHz is available via the wired USB connection.
Max digital audio bit depth
16bits4Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Connected to a laptop over USB-C, the headphones support sample rates of 16-bit/48kHz.
16bits4Press articlehifi.fan/stories/sonos-ace-ultra-headphones-released-with-headphone-engine-2-and-audio-handoverRead 14 October 2026Wired listening via the USB-C port offers audio up to 16-bit/48kHz.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Native support for 16-bit/48kHz is available via the wired USB connection.
DAC
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Personalised sound
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Onboard EQ
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Custom EQ bands
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81Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Use the Sonos app to adjust bass, mids and treble with 3-band or 8-band EQ. Stored as 8, the larger option.
EQ presets
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Volume limit
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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio support
Dolby Atmos1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Dolby Atmos requires a supported Sonos soundbar and the Sonos app for TV Audio Swap. Spatial audio from supported services and devices works over Bluetooth.
Dolby Atmos, TrueCinema1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Dolby Atmos with a compatible device and content. TrueCinema tunes the headphones to your room and a compatible Sonos soundbar and renders a 7.1.4 mix with spatial audio. Dolby Atmos and TrueCinema need compatible Sonos gear or content.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Dolby Atmos spatial audio with head tracking and TrueCinema. No toggle in the app to switch Atmos on and off.
Spatial audio licence included
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Head tracking
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Sonos Intelligent Motion Processing with Dolby Head Tracking. Enable it in the Sonos app. The Sonos Ace must be registered in the app.
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Sonos Intelligent Motion Processing with Dolby Head Tracking. Enable it in the Sonos app.

Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Active Noise Cancellation dynamically adapts to fit, blocking external sounds. Aware mode blends ambient sound with the content.
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation uses ten microphones. Up to 2x more ANC than Sonos Ace at frequencies up to 65 Hz.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Standard full ANC alongside Aware Mode. Ten microphones, up from eight.
ANC type
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ANC microphones
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Adaptive ANC
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Active Noise Cancellation dynamically adapts to fit and surroundings.
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Adaptive ANC adjusts for changes in fit caused by head movement, glasses, hair and other factors.
ANC levels
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ANC attenuation (claimed)
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Transparency mode
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Aware mode blends ambient sound with your content.
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Aware mode blends ambient sound with your content. Voice boost is optional.
Adjustable transparency
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Conversation detection
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Wind noise reduction
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Specially engineered mesh over the microphones minimizes noise from wind on phone calls.
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Measured

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Frequency response notes
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Bass amount
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Treble amount
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Deviation from target
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Consistency between fittings
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Harmonic distortion
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Sound leakage
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Measured noise isolation
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Noise isolation (measured, best)
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Passive isolation (measured)
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Mic quality notes
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Mic low-frequency extension
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Mic high-frequency extension
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Mic speech-to-noise ratio
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Measured latency
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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)
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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)
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Measured battery life
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Battery life (measured, max)
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Clamping force
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Weight (measured)
313g(11 oz)5Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Weighed by HeadphoneCheck: 313 g without cable and 329 g with cable.
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Microphone

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Microphone
Built-in2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026Eight microphones in the ear cups for noise control and voice targeting. No boom microphone.
Built-in1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Ten microphones for noise control, calls, Aware mode and TrueCinema. No boom microphone.
Microphone element
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Microphone pickup pattern
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Voice microphones
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Total microphones
81Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Eight microphones for noise control and voice targeting. The maker states the total for the headset.
101Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Ten microphones for noise control, calls, Aware mode and TrueCinema. The maker states the total for the headset.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026The Ace Ultra houses 10 microphones, up from eight.
Mic frequency response
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Mic sensitivity
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Mic signal-to-noise
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Mic sample rate
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Mic noise reduction
DSP1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Beamforming microphones target your voice and suppress background noise on calls. Stored as DSP processing. The maker does not claim AI processing.
DSP1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Microphones target your voice and suppress background noise on calls. Stored as DSP processing. The maker does not claim AI processing.
Flip to mute
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Mute button
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Mute indicator
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Sidetone
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Sidetone helps you hear your own voice when Active Noise Cancellation is enabled.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026Sidetone is a setting in the Sonos app Noise Control section. It may not work when the headphones are plugged into another device during a call.
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Sidetone helps your voice sound natural and clear during calls, even when ANC is enabled.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Sidetone is a Noise Control setting in the Sonos app. It may not work when plugged into another device during a call.
Adjustable sidetone
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Foam microphone windscreen
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Connectivity

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Audio connections
Bluetooth, USB, Analog2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026Bluetooth. The USB-C port also takes line-in audio over a USB-C to 3.5 mm cable (for analog sources) or a USB-C to USB-C cable. Bluetooth is disabled while a USB-C cable is connected.
Bluetooth, USB, Analog1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth, USB-C line-in and USB-C to 3.5 mm. The product page lists USB-C and 3.5 mm.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth. The USB-C port takes line-in audio over a USB-C to 3.5 mm cable or a USB-C to USB-C cable. Bluetooth is disabled while a USB-C cable is connected.
Analog source plugs
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Cable connector on headset
USB-C2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026Both included cables plug into the headset USB-C port. The 3.5 mm cable is not compatible with third party cables.
USB-C2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026USB-C to 3.5 mm cable and USB-C to USB-C cable both connect to the headphone USB-C port. Not compatible with third party cables.
Longest included cable
1.2m1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Longest included cable is the USB-C to 3.5 mm cable, 3.94 ft (1.2 m).
1.2m1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Longest included cable is the USB-C to 3.5 mm cable, 3.94 ft (1.2 m).
Headset USB plug or port
USB-C2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026USB-C port for charging and line-in.
USB-C2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026USB-C port for charging and line-in.
Audio over USB-C cable
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Lossless audio over Bluetooth with a supported device or via a USB-C connection. The page also says to use the USB-C cable for wired listening.
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Lossless audio over Bluetooth with aptX on a supported device, or via a USB-C connection.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/sonos-ace-reviewRead 14 October 2026Connectivity lists USB-C audio.
Passive wired listening
No5Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026The USB-C to 3.5 mm cable still needs the headphones switched on. MusicTech says they do not work in passive mode over 3.5 mm.6Reviewmusictech.com/reviews/consumer/sonos-ace-reviewRead 11 October 2026They do not work in passive mode over 3.5 mm. They always have to be on and charged.
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Wireless receiver
None2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026Bluetooth headphones. No dongle in the box.
None2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth headphones with Wi-Fi for the Sonos system. No dongle in the box.
Wireless receiver connector
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Wireless range (claimed)
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Bluetooth
5.41Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Bluetooth 5.4
6.01Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth 6.0 supports audio streaming from any Bluetooth-enabled device.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth 6.0.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/sonos-ace-reviewRead 14 October 2026Connectivity: Bluetooth 6.0, WiFi, USB-C audio and 3.5mm input.
Bluetooth codecs
SBC, AAC, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Adaptive Low Latency, aptX Lossless3Maker product pagesupport.sonos.com/en/article/supported-bluetooth-audio-formats-for-sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Maker article lists SBC, AAC, aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX Adaptive Low Latency and aptX HD. The page text says Sonos headphones. The article URL names the Sonos Ace. Lossless over Bluetooth needs an Android device with Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound aptX for Lossless. What Hi-Fi? and HeadphoneCheck list only SBC, AAC and aptX Lossless.4Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Tech specs list SBC, AAC and aptX Lossless. The maker support article lists more aptX variants and is stored.
SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive Lossless5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Tech specs list SBC, AAC and aptX Lossless. aptX Lossless over Bluetooth is limited to 16-bit/44.1kHz files.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/sonos-ace-reviewRead 14 October 2026Specs: Codecs SBC, AAC, Qualcomm aptX Adaptive Lossless.7Retailer pagehk.tcacoustic.asia/products/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Distributor copy of the Sonos tech spec lists Bluetooth Codecs: SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive Lossless. Sonos' own page does not name codecs. What Hi-Fi? writes aptX Lossless.9Reviewsoundguys.com/product/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Spec table: AAC, aptX Lossless, SBC.
LE Audio
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Auracast
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Bluetooth multipoint
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Sonos Ace must be registered in the Sonos app to enable Bluetooth multipoint.
Yes2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Using Multipoint, you can connect Sonos Ace Ultra to 2 Bluetooth devices and automatically switch between audio streams. Multipoint is off by default. Turn it on in Sonos Ace Ultra Settings.
Multipoint devices
22Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026You can connect Sonos Ace to 2 Bluetooth devices and automatically switch between audio streams. Multipoint is off by default.
22Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Connect to 2 Bluetooth devices.
Paired devices remembered
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Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
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Fast pairing
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Base station
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Latency

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Low latency mode
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Claimed latency
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Compatibility

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Compatible platforms
Android, iOS1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Page says Works with Apple and Android.
Android, iOS1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026The Sonos app and TV Audio Swap work on iOS and Android. Bluetooth works with any Bluetooth-enabled device.
Connection per platform
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Official licence
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Battery and charging

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Battery capacity
1,060mAh1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Li-ion, 1060 mAh battery
1,060mAh1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026A 1060 mAh lithium-ion battery.
Swappable battery
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Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Replace the parts. Keep the headphones. The ear cushions and battery are designed to be swapped out.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Power and Connectivity: Battery (replaceable). Replacement instructions are on the Sonos website.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026You can replace the headphones' battery yourself.
Batteries included
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11Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026One battery in the headphones.
Claimed battery life
ASonos Ace
ConnectionANCHours (h)
BluetoothYes30
Source1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Up to 30 hours of listening time or 24 hours of call time with Active Noise Cancellation or Aware mode enabled. Stored as the 30 hour listening claim. The 24 hour call time is not stored. The page says battery life varies by use and settings.
BSonos Ace Ultra
ConnectionANCHours (h)
BluetoothYes35
BluetoothNo50
Source1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Up to 35 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation or Aware mode on, at moderate volume. The Product Guide adds up to 50 hours with ANC off. Battery life depends on usage, settings and environmental factors.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Guide overview: listen up to 35 hours with Adaptive Noise Cancellation on, or up to 50 hours with ANC off. Spec section: 35 hours with ANC or Aware mode on.
Battery life (claimed, max)
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50h
Battery life with ANC (claimed)
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35h
Battery life without ANC (claimed)
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50h
Charging port
USB-C1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Charge with the included USB-C cable and a compatible power adapter.
USB-C2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Use the included USB-C cable and a compliant USB-C power supply, 7.5 W minimum (15 W recommended).
Full charge time
180min1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Complete charge from 0% requires up to 3 hours. Stored as 180 minutes, the upper bound.
180min1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026A full charge from 0% can take up to 3 hours. Stored as 180 minutes, the upper bound.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Full charge from 0% can require up to 3 hours.
Quick charge time
3min1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Rapid charge provides 3 hours of listening time in 3 minutes from 0%.
3min1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Rapid charging provides up to 3 hours of listening time from a 3-minute charge starting at 0%.
Quick charge playback
3h1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Rapid charge provides 3 hours of listening time in 3 minutes from 0%.
3h1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Rapid charging provides up to 3 hours of listening time from a 3-minute charge starting at 0%. The guide says rapid charging needs 15 to 30 C and a charger between 5 W and 12 W for top speed.
Use while charging
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Yes2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026While Sonos Ace Ultra is charging, you can continue listening to a Bluetooth-connected device.
Charging dock or stand
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Controls

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Controls
Buttons, Slider2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026Content Key slides for volume and presses for playback, plus a Noise Control button and a Power/Bluetooth button. What Hi-Fi? calls the Content Key a slider and button.4Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Physical (not touch) controls. A multi-functional slider and button called the content key.
Buttons, Slider2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Content Key slides up and down for volume and presses for playback and calls. Noise Control button on the right cup. Power/Bluetooth button on the left cup.
Volume control
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Game and chat mix
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Remappable controls
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Wear detection
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Feature list: Wear detection.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026Wear detection is enabled by default and can be turned off in the Sonos app.
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026The music pauses when you take off the headphones and resumes when you put them back on.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Sensors in the ear cups detect if you are wearing them. On by default.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/sonos-ace-reviewRead 14 October 2026Specs: Wear detection Yes.
Voice assistant
Voice assistant of the connected device2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026Press and hold the Noise Control / Voice Control button to activate the voice assistant on the connected device.
Voice assistant of the connected device, such as Siri or Gemini1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Noise Control button on the right cup. Long press to activate your voice assistant.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Press and hold the Noise Control / Voice Control button to activate your device voice assistant, such as Siri or Gemini.

Comfort and build

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Headband type
Padded5Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026The headband is well padded on the underside and trimmed with artificial leather.
Padded2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Adjustable headband with the right amount of padding. Man of Many mentions Rebound memory foam padding.
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Frame material
Stainless steel2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026The stainless steel headband smoothly extends and stays securely in place.
Stainless steel2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Finish: stainless steel. The stainless steel headband smoothly extends and stays securely in place.
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Ear pad material
Memory foam covered in vegan leather4Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026The ear pads use memory foam coated in a layer of vegan leather (polyurethane).
Memory foam covered in vegan leather2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Finish lists vegan leather. Tom's Guide and Man of Many describe memory foam ear cushions. SoundGuys lists memory foam and synthetic leather.
Replaceable ear pads
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Replaceable ear cushions help extend the life of the headphones.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026Ear cushion replacement section.
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Ear cushions are designed to be swapped out. Ear cushions are sold as accessories.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Ear cushions can be easily replaced if they wear out over time.
Ear pad attachment
Magnetic2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026Each cushion is held in place by magnets and comes off with a light pull. It snaps into place when reattached.4Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026The replaceable ear pads are attached to the frame by strong magnets.
Magnetic2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Each cushion is securely held in place by magnets and can be removed with a light pull. It snaps into place when reattached.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Ear pads attach magnetically and replacements cost about 40 GBP / $40.
Ear pad opening
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Ear tips included
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Dust and water rating
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User-replaceable parts
Ear cushions2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026Ear cushions can be easily replaced if they wear out.
Ear cushions, Battery1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026The ear cushions and battery are designed to be swapped out. Ear cushions $39 and a replacement battery kit $25 are sold by Sonos.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Spec section: Battery (replaceable). Ear cushion replacement section.

Software

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Companion app
Sonos2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026Use the Sonos app to adjust product settings.
Sonos2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Sonos app. Settings, EQ, noise control and updates are in the app.
App platforms
Android, iOS2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026Sonos app (iOS and Android).
Android, iOS2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Sonos app on iOS and Android. TV Audio Swap works on iOS and Android.
User firmware updates
Yes2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceRead 11 October 2026Sonos app About screen: check for software updates and see the current software version.
Yes2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Sonos app Settings, About: check for software updates and see the current software version.

Dimensions and weight

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Headset weight
312g(11 oz)1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Weight 0.69 lbs (0.312 kg)
325g(11.5 oz)2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Details and Dimensions: Weight 0.72 lbs (325 g). The product page says 0.71 lbs (322 g). The guide is preferred over the product page. Tom's Guide, What Hi-Fi? and SoundGuys repeat 322 g.
Headset dimensions
Width160Height191Depth85mm(6.3 × 7.5 × 3.3 in)1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Height 7.52 in (191 mm), Width 6.3 in (160 mm), Depth 3.35 in (85 mm)
Width163Height193Depth84mm(6.4 × 7.6 × 3.3 in)2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Details and Dimensions: Height 7.60 in (193 mm), Width 6.42 in (163 mm), Depth 3.31 in (84 mm). The product page lists a single unit with ear cup width 90.8 mm and depth 45 mm, which are not stored.

Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio
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Communication certifications
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FCC ID
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Other certifications
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In the box

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In the box
Sonos Ace headphones, USB-C to USB-C cable, USB-C to 3.5 mm cable, Travel case with removable cable pouch, Set up guide and legal and warranty information1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026Box contents: Sonos Ace, USB-C to USB-C cable, USB-C to 3.5 mm cable, travel case that includes a removable cable pouch, set up guide and legal and warranty information.
Sonos Ace Ultra headphones, Travel case with removable cable pouch, USB-C to USB-C cable, USB-C to 3.5 mm cable, Quickstart Guide and legal and warranty information1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Box contents: travel case, USB-C to USB-C cable, USB-C to 3.5 mm cable, Set Up Guide and legal and warranty information. The headphones themselves are included.
Cables included
ASonos Ace
TypeLength (m)Count
USB-C to USB-C cable0.751
USB-C to 3.5 mm cable1.21
Source1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026USB-C to USB-C cable 2.46 ft (0.75 m). USB-C to 3.5 mm cable 3.94 ft (1.2 m).
BSonos Ace Ultra
TypeLength (m)Count
USB-C to USB-C cable0.751
USB-C to 3.5 mm cable1.21
Source1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026USB-C to USB-C cable 2.46 ft (0.75 m). USB-C to 3.5 mm cable 3.94 ft (1.2 m).2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026USB-C to USB-C cable 2.46 ft (0.75 m). USB-C to 3.5 mm cable 3.94 ft (1.2 m).
Carrying case
Hard5Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/sonos-aceRead 11 October 2026The Ace arrives in a felt-covered hard case made of recycled plastic with a zip. Shotkit calls it semi-hard.
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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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1year10Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/legal/terms-of-useRead 14 October 2026Section 10(a): Sonos warrants the Product for one (1) year after the date of original purchase against defects in materials and workmanship. US English terms. The Sonos warranty extension of 2024 excludes portable and wearable products.

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