Dyson OnTrac Headphones vs Apple AirPods Max Headphones
If you’re in the market for a new pair of headphones, perhaps you’ve heard about one of our latest models, the Dyson OnTrac headphones. But before you invest in this exciting and trendy device, why not make sure you’re getting the right headphones for you? Picking headphones is dependent on more than what’s popular. You must also consider factors like audio quality, battery life, noise cancellation, design and more. It’s especially important to break this down for yourself when there may be other similar headphones on the market, like the Apple AirPods Max headphones. While Dyson is just breaking into the audio industry after years of designing cleaning and hair care products, Apple has been in the sound game for quite a while. Both devices look and perform similarly… so how do you choose? Here, we’ll break down the biggest differences and shared abilities these headphones have so that investing in an all-new listening experience is easier than ever.
Gain Access to Bigger, Better Sound
First and foremost, we’ll compare the sound offered by both over-ear headphone models. The Dyson OnTrac headphones feature an enhanced sound range, but what does this mean? Standard headphones typically have a frequency range from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz. Frequency ranges refer to the headphones’ ability to reproduce frequencies from the lowest bass to the highest treble. The Dyson OnTrac expands the standard range from 6 Hz to 21,000 Hz, which allows the headphones to achieve greater audio clarity. On top of this, the Digital Signal Processor (DSP) will expand the sub-bass, as well as add more brilliance to the high-end frequencies. Every beat, note and word will feel more real and more immersive than the last. If you enjoy personalizing your listening, you can also take advantage of three preset EQ modes professionally balanced by Dyson’s audio engineers.
The Apple AirPods Max headphones deliver top-notch computational audio. How? With the help of advanced software, a custom acoustic design and an exclusively-designed H1 headphone chip in each individual ear. The headphones feature a specially designed dynamic driver, which delivers high-fidelity audio no matter what you’re listening to. The headphones are also equipped with a custom high dynamic range amplifier and a powerful dual-neodymium ring magnet. The magnet is responsible for reducing pesky distortion and instead brings out the details you want to hear most. The headphones have 20 audio cores too, which enable further sound customization with Adaptive EQ and more technology we’ll dive into later. Adaptive EQ tunes both low and mid-range frequencies to the seal of each ear cushion so you only get the most consistent listening experience.
Dyson Sound vs. Apple Sound
Both pairs of headphones are packed with features that can truly take your music listening to the next level. While Dyson offers an expanded frequency range, the Apple AirPods Max feature several built-in components that take individual facets of your audio and enhance them to their fullest. When it comes to your best sound option, Apple may be a step above.
Enjoy Game Changing Noise Cancellation
Another aspect of these headphones’ sound performance is the noise cancellation technology. Noise cancellation can fully immerse you in the content you’re playing so you can enjoy a more focused listening experience. The Dyson OnTrac headphones feature eight active noise-canceling microphones. Together, they work to eliminate up to 40dB of unwanted sound in your environment. There are two different noise cancellation modes available with these headphones: Isolation and Transparency. Isolation is the default mode, and it maximizes the noise cancellation to completely shut you off from the sounds of the world. Transparency allows you to hear both your music and the conversations around you so you can stay aware of your surroundings. Whenever you wish to activate or switch between these noise cancellation modes, you can just tap the outside of the earcap twice.
The Apple AirPods Max headphones are equipped with eight microphones and 20 audio cores, which enable their industry-leading active noise cancellation abilities. Outside of the default ANC mode, you’ll also gain access to a high-quality Transparency mode. However, this is where the similarities end between the two headphone models, as Apple takes the noise cancellation experience a step further. These headphones will automatically adapt to the specific way your headphones fit you for more custom audio immersion. Even after you’ve pressed play, these headphones are working to curate a top-notch experience. They continuously readapt about 200 times per second so they can cancel the changing noises around you in real-time.Dyson Noise Cancellation vs. Apple Noise Cancellation
Take Advantage of Additional Technology & Better Battery Life
They’re built with dual beam-forming microphones that are designed to pick up your voice alone. You’re guaranteed to sound clear and crisp with each conversation you have. The headphones are even compatible with Siri if you prefer a hands-free experience via voice assistance. Lastly, you can access even more personalization options via the MyDyson app. There, you can take advantage of three preset EQ levels, all balanced by Dyson’s audio engineers: Neutral, Enhanced and Bass Boost. You can also update your headphone software and adjust the ANC settings on the app. One of the most advanced features of the MyDyson app is its ability to continuously monitor external and in-ear volumes. This helps the headphones detect and protect you from harmful sound levels.
The Apple AirPods Max headphones offer 20 hours of listening when you turn on spatial audio (which we’ll discuss later) and Active Noise Cancellation. Just a small five-minute charge can get you another hour and a half of music streaming. Once your headphones have been outside of the accompanying Smart Case for 72 hours, they will automatically go into low-power mode to help preserve your battery. Upon placing your AirPods Max inside of the Smart case for 18 hours, they’ll automatically go into ultra-low-power mode. If you wish to take phone calls while wearing the Apple AirPods Max headphones, three built-in microphones will pick up your voice for ultimate clarity. As the headphones are an Apple property, they are extremely compatible with Siri for hands-free listening. You can even have Siri read your notifications!
The headphones don’t even require an external app for EQ adjustments. Simply open the Settings app on your Apple smartphone and customize the sound settings as you wish. This is where the similarities end, as the AirPods Max headphones have a few more unique capabilities. Through the use of gyroscopes and accelerometers, this device can do dynamic head tracking. This means the headphones consistently monitor and compare your movements in order to anchor the sound to the device you’re watching on or listening to. This gives the headphones the ability to deliver spatial audio for a cinema-like audio experience. If you own a whole suite of Apple products, you can also enjoy easy switching between devices for seamless streaming. You can even share the podcast, song or film you’re tuning into with a second pair of AirPods for a more communal experience.
Dyson Tech vs. Apple Tech
Invest In A Superior Headphone Design
- Outer Caps: aluminum, copper, black nickel, titanium, ceramic blue, ceramic khaki (green), ceramic cinnabar (peach)
- Headbands: black, Prussian (navy) blue, cinnabar (peach)
- Ear Cushions: yellow, oyster pink, Prussian (navy) blue, ultra blue, dark iron, khaki (green), cinnabar (peach)
Dyson Design vs. Apple Design
Both of these top-notch headphones, plus plenty of other wearable devices, are available at Abt and ready to be added to your collection. To learn more about similar headphones, dive into our headphones buying guide. Any other questions about these models can be answered by our sound system experts at 800-860-3577.
