How does the Tour One M2 compare with the Sony WH-1000XM5?

The JBL wins on battery life and adds Smart Talk and voice amplification. The Sony has stronger noise cancelling and a more balanced sound.

Is the noise cancelling good enough for flights?

It cuts steady engine and cabin noise well, but reviewers say Sony and Bose quiet low-frequency rumble more effectively.

How long does the battery last?

JBL rates it at up to 50 hours with ANC off; expect less with noise cancelling and spatial audio on.

It detects when you start speaking and pauses playback so you can talk without removing the headphones. It resumes when you stop.

Yes, a detachable cable lets you listen wired when the battery runs out or on flights with seatback audio.

Does it support spatial audio?

Yes, spatial audio is built in and can be toggled in the JBL Headphones app.

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Tour One M2 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones

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Tour One M2 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones

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Our take on the Tour One M2 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones

The JBL Tour One M2 is a flagship over-ear noise-cancelling headphone with True Adaptive ANC, Hi-Res certified sound and spatial audio. Battery life is rated at up to 50 hours, and four mics handle calls. Smart Talk pauses music when you speak, and Personal Sound Amplification boosts nearby voices without removing the headphones. It competes with the Sony WH-1000XM5 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra on features, but most reviewers find its ANC a step behind those two and its sound bass-forward rather than neutral.

Best forFrequent flyers and commuters who want long battery lifeListeners who like punchy, bass-heavy soundPeople who take a lot of calls on the goShoppers who want flagship features without top-tier pricing

Pros

Up to 50 hours of playback, far more than most rivals
True Adaptive ANC adjusts to the environment
Smart Talk pauses audio when you start speaking
Personal Sound Amplification boosts voices without removing the headphones
Hi-Res certified sound with spatial audio
Four mics for clearer calls

Cons

ANC is weaker than the Sony WH-1000XM5 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra
Bass-heavy tuning is not neutral
Headband clamp can feel tight for larger heads
Smart Talk can trigger on coughs and short sounds
Spatial audio adds processing some listeners dislike

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What reviewers say

Owners like the long battery life, comfortable earcups and feature set for the money. Many say the noise cancelling is good but not class-leading, and some find the bass too strong out of the box.

What people mention

Noise cancellingMixedReviewers say the adaptive ANC handles steady noise but trails Sony and Bose on planes and trains.
Battery lifePraisedOwners report the rated 50 hours holds up in real use, with days between charges.
SoundMixedListeners like the energy but call the tuning bass-forward and not neutral.
ComfortMixedEarcups are soft, though some wearers find the headband clamp tight.
Smart TalkMixedUseful for quick chats, but it can pause music for coughs and other short sounds.
CallsPraisedThe four-mic setup keeps voices clear on calls in moderate noise.

About the Tour One M2 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones

The JBL Tour One M2 is a pair of wireless over-ear headphones with True Adaptive Noise Cancelling. They deliver Hi-Res certified JBL Pro Sound and spatial audio. Battery life is up to 50 hours.

A 4-mic system handles phone calls. The microphones also recognize your voice, so the Smart Talk function lets you have a quick conversation with the headphones on. Personal Sound Amplification boosts your voice and other people's voices without removing the headphones.

Type: Wireless over-ear headphones
Noise cancelling: True Adaptive Noise Cancelling
Audio: Hi-Res certified JBL Pro Sound, spatial audio
Battery life: Up to 50 hours
Microphones: 4-mic technology for calls
Voice features: Smart Talk, Personal Sound Amplification

Questions and answers

How does the Tour One M2 compare with the Sony WH-1000XM5?: The JBL wins on battery life and adds Smart Talk and voice amplification. The Sony has stronger noise cancelling and a more balanced sound.
Is the noise cancelling good enough for flights?: It cuts steady engine and cabin noise well, but reviewers say Sony and Bose quiet low-frequency rumble more effectively.
How long does the battery last?: JBL rates it at up to 50 hours with ANC off; expect less with noise cancelling and spatial audio on.
What is Smart Talk?: It detects when you start speaking and pauses playback so you can talk without removing the headphones. It resumes when you stop.
Can I use it wired?: Yes, a detachable cable lets you listen wired when the battery runs out or on flights with seatback audio.
Does it support spatial audio?: Yes, spatial audio is built in and can be toggled in the JBL Headphones app.
Where is the Tour One M2 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones cheapest?: At BrandsMart USA, for $329.95, as of our latest check.