Incredible levels of detail and dynamism ; Vastly improved comfort; better stamina ; Effective ANC

Lacks ear-tip or fit tests ; No proprietary spatial audio ; Battery life can still be beaten

This is Bowers & Wilkins' third-generation set of true wireless earbuds and they'll make you forget what's come before. They are a highly competent set of earbuds and a joy to wear. With B&W, sound quality was never the issue, so the reworked design...

Great across-the-board specification (including nifty retransmission case) ; Detailed, full-bodied and entirely convincing sound ; Nice design and exemplary build quality

Can get uneasy at high volume levels ; More expensive than their most obvious rivals ; Good rather than great active noise-cancellation

Predictably great sound, predictably thorough specification and unexpectedly swish design make the Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 the most competitive true wireless in-ear headphones so far. Which, by extension, means they’re very competitive indeed… if you've...

Sensational levels of detail ; Natural, refined sound ; Easy to use ; Competitive ANC

Call quality could be improved ; No ear tip fit test ; A couple of signal dropouts

The Pi8 are pricier than your average wireless earbuds but sonically they perform levels above – the detail and refinement on show are breathtaking. Add useful features, solid ANC, the fact they’re nice to use and comfortable and you’ve got buds that...

Impeccable sound quality ; Excellect noise cancellation ; Comfortable fit

Very pricey

Bowers & Wilkins' updated Pi8 in-ear earbuds are the most sonically impressive earbuds I've ever tested. The Pi8 is what happens when one of the most respected audiophile brands in the world sets their sights on noise-cancelling, travel-friendly, and...

Exceptional sound quality ; Secure, comfortable fit ; Clever case brings high quality Bluetooth to your other gadgets

An absolutely fantastic sounding pair of wireless earphones that deliver the sort of clarity you’d expect from Bowers & Wilkins. The Pi8 is far more comfortable than previous efforts, and the case ensures you don’t miss out on the best Bluetooth codecs.

Full-body sound ; Relaxing fit ; Good touch controls ; Bluetooth Multipoint ; Retransmission feature

Pricey ; Lower than average battery life ; Some sound crackling during calls

“The B&W Pi8 earbuds are a great upgrade from their predecessors, boasting a refined design, improved comfort, and exceptional sound quality.”

Are the Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 earbuds worth $400? It's a tough call, but I'd say to keep an eye out for when they go on sale. These earbuds certainly offer delicious sound and a comfortable, luxurious build that makes them great for audiophiles. But the...