Updated 1 Nov 2026
Is the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 worth it?
Yes — if you want the best sound and can pay for it.
They sound open, detailed and dynamic, a clear step above most noise-cancelling headphones, and the Nappa leather and aluminium arms feel special. Battery is about 30 hours, 15 minutes of charging adds about 7, and you can listen over USB-C or the 3.5mm cable in the box. Physical buttons work well. Noise cancelling is good but the Sony and Bose block more, and they cost about twice as much.
100%of 5 owners give it 4 or 5 stars
- Among the best-sounding wireless headphones
- Leather and aluminium, beautifully made
- Wired listening over USB-C or 3.5mm
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What owners say
The few verified owners so far praise the sound and how beautifully made they are. No complaints yet.
Good to know
- Noise cancelling is good, but several cheaper rivals block more.
- The ear pads and headband are Nappa leather.
- Priced well above the Px7 S3, which sounds close for much less.
From 5 buyer ratings at Takealot (South Africa), every complaint read by us, October 2026. How we do this
What they love
- Clear, engaging soundMentioned a lot
- Beautifully madeMentioned often
What they complain about
Hardly any: just 0 of 5 owners gave it 3 stars or fewer, and no complaint came up often enough to list.
Get it if…
- Sound quality comes first and budget doesn't.
- You want headphones that feel like a luxury item.
- You like physical buttons rather than touch controls.
Skip it if…
- You mostly want quiet on flights: the Bose or Sony do it better for less.
- You'd rather not have leather.
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How we reached this verdict
TechRadar, T3 and Expert Reviews all give them five stars: open, detailed, dynamic sound that is among the best in wireless headphones, and a beautifully finished build. All three say the noise cancelling can be bettered by rivals and that the price is high; T3 points to the Px7 S3 as the cheaper alternative.
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: TechRadar, Expert Reviews, T3, RTINGS, RTINGS, What Hi-Fi, manufacturer specifications.
Updated 1 Nov 2026How we decide