Sony WH-CH730N headphones are available now — and Tom’s Guide’s full review, published October 18, 2026, calls them ‘excellent’ in nearly every way except one: the U.S. Price. In the U.K., they’re listed at $99 on Amazon U.K. In the U.S., they’re $179 on Amazon. That gap isn’t explained by local taxes or regional MSRP strategy, the review states, it’s attributed directly to tariffs. And that difference changes everything about how the headphones land. Tom’s Guide gives them a 4/5 score, with sound quality, ANC, comfort and battery life all rated 4.5/5. But price gets just 2.5/5. The lowest rating in the entire breakdown. The reviewer writes: ‘If you want headphones with great sound quality, effective ANC, a super comfy design and battery life that lasts for days, they’re well worth your consideration. So if you’re in the U.K., where the headphones are a lot cheaper, I don’t think you can go wrong.’ In contrast: ‘If you’re in the U.S., you’re in for a real treat… but a trip across the pond tells a different story.’ The headphones deliver up to 50 hours of playback with ANC on, verified over a week of commuting and workouts. And 75 hours with it off. They use two mics per earcup for noise isolation, plus an ANC button for adaptive ambient mode, which the reviewer found especially useful on public transport. Sound testing covered She Moves In Her Own Way by the Kooks, Shout by Tears For Fears and Supercut by Lorde, all streamed via Qobuz. With consistent praise for vocal clarity, bass control and layer separation. Volume above 50% risks tinny distortion, the review notes, and the Sound Connect app allows EQ tweaks, though the default setting was judged ‘perfect’ by the tester. At 7.3 ounces, they’re as light and secure as Sony’s WH-1000XM5, with padded earcups and an adjustable headband. They fold flat, lack a carry case, and resemble older flagship models like the WH-1000XM4, reinforcing what the review calls the ‘premium looks. Affordable price’ appeal. No Indian price, no official global launch date, and no retailer beyond Amazon U.K. And Amazon U.S. Is cited. The verdict remains split: ‘I fully recommend these headphones. But not if you’re in the U.S.’