Sonos Ace Headphones

Last updated: 12 October 2026

What the Sonos Ace headphones are

Sonos made its name with wireless speakers, and the Ace was its first pair of headphones. They connect over Bluetooth 5.4 to a phone or laptop like any other wireless pair. They also link over wifi to a Sonos home cinema soundbar.

Sonos now also sells the Ace Ultra at £399, and T3 found its main upgrade is stronger noise cancelling. The original Ace stays on sale at £349, so it is now the cheaper of the two.

What the Sonos Ace headphones do

• Noise cancelling: eight microphones handle noise control, and Aware mode lets outside sound in when you need it.
• TV Audio Swap: press the Content Key to move TV sound from a compatible Sonos soundbar to one or two pairs of Ace.
• Spatial audio: Dolby Atmos with head tracking, plus TrueCinema, which maps your room and recreates surround sound in the headphones.
• Lossless audio: over Bluetooth with a supported device, or through the USB-C cable.
• Physical buttons: a Content Key for playback and volume, and a separate Noise Control button, rather than touch panels.

Key facts

• Price: £349 from Sonos and Amazon UK, or £279 refurbished from Sonos
• Colours: Black and Soft White
• Battery: up to 30 hours of listening or 24 hours of calls, with noise cancelling on
• Charging: 3 minutes gives 3 hours of playback, and a full charge takes up to 3 hours
• Drivers: custom 40mm dynamic driver in each cup
• Weight: 312g
• In the box: headphones, travel case with cable pouch, USB-C to USB-C cable and USB-C to 3.5mm cable
• Materials: 9% recycled plastic in the headphones, 75% in the case, and replaceable ear cushions

Who the Sonos Ace headphones suit

They suit people who already have a compatible Sonos soundbar and want to watch films late at night without waking the house. Two pairs can share the same TV sound, which helps couples. They also suit anyone who prefers real buttons to touch controls.

Our Sonos Ace review covers how they sound and feel after real use.

The limits of the Sonos Ace

Without a Sonos soundbar, the TV Audio Swap and TrueCinema features do nothing, and you are paying for features you cannot use. In that case our noise-cancelling headphones guide compares other pairs.

A power adapter is not in the box, so you need your own USB-C charger.

The new Ace Ultra has stronger noise cancelling for £50 more. If blocking out a commute matters most, compare the two before you buy.

Where to buy the Sonos Ace in the UK

Amazon UK sells both colours at £349, dispatched and sold by Amazon. Sonos charges the same, with free delivery and 30-day returns, and its Sonos Ace product page has the full specification. You can also buy the Soft White Sonos Ace on Amazon UK.

Sonos sells refurbished pairs for £279. For other refurbished audio, our Back Market discount code page covers its current discount code.

Sonos Ace on Amazon UK

FAQs

How much are the Sonos Ace headphones in the UK?

£349 from Sonos and on Amazon UK, checked on 12 October 2026. Sonos also sells refurbished pairs for £279.

Do the Sonos Ace work without a Sonos soundbar?

Yes. They connect to any phone, tablet or laptop over Bluetooth. TV Audio Swap and TrueCinema need a compatible Sonos soundbar.

How long does the Sonos Ace battery last?

Up to 30 hours of listening or 24 hours of calls with noise cancelling on. Three minutes of charging gives three hours of playback.

What is the difference between the Sonos Ace and the Ace Ultra?

The Ace Ultra costs £399, and T3 found its main upgrade is stronger noise cancelling, with comfort almost unchanged. The original Ace costs £349.

What comes in the box with the Sonos Ace?

The headphones, a travel case with a cable pouch, a USB-C to USB-C cable and a USB-C to 3.5mm cable. There is no plug.

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