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Dyson OnTrac problems

Of the 32 channels counted here, 15 of 21 objected to comfort and fit — the most common complaint about the Dyson OnTrac. Next: noise cancellation (9 of 18); price and value (8 of 9).

32 channels 35 videos Page generated How this is counted

none disclosed a sponsorship, free unit or ad; public editorial analysis; commissioned reports are a separate paid service.

Dyson OnTrac: where the complaints land

Ranked by how many channels objected, not by score — a topic most people liked can still be the one that trips buyers up. Pick a topic for the complaints behind it.

liked it had a problem split Each square is one channel

  1. Comfort and fit15 of 21 had a problem6 liked it
  2. Noise cancellation9 of 18 had a problem9 liked it
  3. Price and value8 of 9 had a problem1 liked it
  4. Sound quality6 of 20 had a problem14 liked it
  5. Design and build quality4 of 22 had a problem16 liked it · 2 split
  6. Battery life1 of 10 had a problem9 liked it
  7. The carrying case1 of 9 had a problem8 liked it
The exact counts, including channels with no tie to the brand
TopicLiked itNo disclosed relationship with DysonComplaints
Comfort and fit29% 6 of 2129% 6 of 2115 objected
Noise cancellation50% 9 of 1850% 9 of 189 objected
Price and value11% 1 of 911% 1 of 98 objected
Sound quality70% 14 of 2070% 14 of 206 objected
Design and build quality73% 16 of 2273% 16 of 224 objected · 2 split
Battery life90% 9 of 1090% 9 of 101 objected
The carrying case89% 8 of 989% 8 of 91 objected

This page covers complaints only. See what all 32 channels concluded, including what they praised.

Dyson OnTrac: what they actually said

Every topic channels objected to, the complaints first. One voice per channel, only from channels counted on that side; those with no disclosed tie to the brand come first.

Comfort and fit

15 of 21 had a problem · 6 liked it

Had a problem 15

“The premium aluminum body finish and the microfibre cushions feel quite soft, but the weight, it's quite heavy to wear for a long time at 451 grams.”
Gadgets 360Nov 2024at 1:21 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Liked it 6

“The over ear ear cushions are engineered to distribute pressure evenly around the ears, making extended listening sessions more comfortable. Combined with the carefully balanced headband, the headphones are designed for long periods of use…”
BudgetBuysJul 2026at 2:14 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
More from both sides (6 more quotes)
“for me personally even fully extended they are still too small they only extend this much and and fully extended they barely cover my ears”
The Polish PotatoOct 2024at 1:58 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
“And because they're so large, they also tend to be heavy, which means that they're not the most comfortable.”
Michael SoledadSep 2024at 2:35 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
“However, in terms of comfort, I think they are not the most comfortable headphones.”
Isa Marcial GlobalApr 2025at 3:23 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
“Dyson tried to balance the weight by placing two battery cells in the headband. And while that helps, you still feel the heft.”
TechHookOct 2024at 1:55 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
“after long periods of use, the size and the weight of these ear cups do become a bit too much for the side of my head.”
MacRumorsAug 2024at 2:14 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
“I'm big head approved, but they sit straight up deliciously well on top of my head they don't stick out too far they actually look natural”
RJ UploadsSep 2025at 13:00 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Noise cancellation

9 of 18 had a problem · 9 liked it

Had a problem 9

“Switching listening modes is a different story though as you have to double tap the outer ear cup to swap between active noise cancellation or transparency mode.”
Erin LawrenceNov 2025at 4:08 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Liked it 9

“When it comes to noise cancelling, the passive side of things is probably the best that I've ever tested so far and then the actual noise cancelling itself further amplifies this.”
WhatGearAug 2024at 12:53 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
More from both sides (1 more quote)
“Effective for blocking outside noise in various environments”
Geo StatologyAug 2024at 2:38 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Price and value

8 of 9 had a problem · 1 liked it

Had a problem 8

“The only thing that would hold me back from 100% recommending the Dyson OnTrac headphones is their price. $500 is a lot of money to spend especially on a single tech product like headphones.”
MashableAug 2024at 5:47 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Liked it 1

“you are actually paying for that premium Dyson brand, you are paying it for the premium quality build, you are paying it for the impressive audio quality, but that is as far as your 699 go”
Tic Tech Toe LabsFeb 2025at 8:56 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
More from both sides (1 more quote)
“these are not worth $450, I would say that these are worth maybe 250, 50 maybe 300 at max, but $450 for these, no, I would never pay $450 for a pair of these kind of headphones”
ThisisHaznoSep 2024at 7:28 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Design and build quality

4 of 22 had a problem · 16 liked it · 2 split

Had a problem 4

“as a headphone this is this is a little strange looking this is very bulky very heavy it's relatively heavy compared to other products that the competition does on the market”
The Polish PotatoOct 2024at 0:31 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Liked it 16

“However, for users who prioritize appearance personalization and extended battery life, the Dyson OnTrac presents a compelling alternative.”
MinistryTechAug 2024at 2:44 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
More from both sides (3 more quotes)
“In this case they are headphones that do not have any kind of water resistance.”
Isa Marcial GlobalApr 2025at 4:17 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
“Now compared to sleeker options like the Sonos Ace or AirPods Max, the Dyson OnTrac headphones are big and bulky.”
TechHookOct 2024at 1:35 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
“It is very eye-catching, it is expensive, it looks quite good.”
AV AtmosJul 2024at 0:06 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Battery life

1 of 10 had a problem · 9 liked it

Had a problem 1

“I just reviewed the Marshall Major V and that pair offers about 100 hours and costs about a quarter the price”
Erin LawrenceNov 2025at 7:20 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

Liked it 9

“With up to 55 hours of listening time on a single charge while using ANC, the OnTrac easily lasts through multiple workdays or long international trips without constantly searching for charger.”
BudgetBuysJul 2026at 1:31 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)
More from both sides (1 more quote)
“Dyson claims that you can listen for about two weeks before charging, which obviously is not two weeks straight. About 3 hours of daily average use, but that's still insane.”
MacRumorsAug 2024at 1:00 (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)

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Quick answers

What are the biggest downsides of the Dyson OnTrac?
The flaws and issues most often raised, ranked by how many of the 32 channels objected: comfort and fit (15 of 21 objected), noise cancellation (9 of 18 objected), price and value (8 of 9 objected).
What is the reception among channels with no disclosed relationship?
On design and build quality, 16 of 22 channels rated it positively (73%). Counting only the 22 who disclosed no sponsorship, free unit or ad from Dyson, it is 16 of 22 (73%).

Dyson OnTrac channels and sources

Every channel counted on this page, most-watched first — the one you have already seen is probably near the top. Thumbnails open the video on YouTube.

Dyson OnTrac Review: Buy These vs AirPods Max?MacRumors69k viewsDyson OnTrac headphones - Why Dyson Should Stick To Vacuum Cleaners!Flossy Carter62k viewsDyson OnTrac Headphones! My Honest Thoughts... | BUY or SKIP?!Tom’s Guide56k views最強頭戴式藍牙降噪耳機比併！Sonos Ace / Dyson OnTrac / B&W PX8 長期用後感【Pinky Talks Gadgets】Pinky Talks47k viewsThe Dyson OnTrac Headphones are UnderratedMichael Soledad38k viewsDyson OnTrac - Wireless ANC Headphones but, NOT LIKE THE OTHERS!WhatGear28k viewsDyson Ontrac Review: Are They Worth $500?Mashable25k viewsDyson Ontrac | Review completoIsa Marcial20k viewsDyson OnTrac im Test und im Flieger: Tolles Design und VerbesserungsvorschlägeRafael Zeier17k viewsLa VERDAD sobre los Dyson OnTrac que nadie te cuentaGTechMx11k viewsDyson OnTrac | Review completo en EspañolCarlos Vassan11k viewsNOTHING HEADPHONE (1) vs SONY WH-1000XM6 vs SONOS ACE vs DYSON ON TRAC: CONFRONTO TRA…SmartWorld10k views
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How this is counted

One channel, one vote per topic. A channel who makes six points about sound counts once, so the numbers measure reception rather than talkativeness. Specifications and stated personal preferences are excluded; only assessments and direct comparisons count. A topic appears only where at least eight channels discussed it.

Split means a channel’s praise and criticism of a topic cancelled out. They count in the total and on neither side.

We have not tested this product. Counts describe channels with eligible assessments. Selected quotations link to their located caption passage. None of them disclosed a sponsorship, free unit, paid promotion or ad.

No disclosed relationship is the subset without a recorded sponsorship, gifted-unit classification or generic paid-promotion marker. Unrelated ads can be labelled separately; affiliate disclosures are not comprehensively audited by this table. Missing arrangements remain unknown. This subset does not prove independence or a sponsorship effect.

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