If you have ever listened to a pair of Bowers & Wilkins Px8 over-ear headphones and wished you could carry that sound in your pocket, the Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 is the answer. It is B&W’s flagship true wireless earbud, built around the same Carbon Cone driver technology as the Px8, with aptX Lossless streaming, adaptive noise cancellation and a clever smart case that turns almost any audio source into a wireless one.
At 8mm, we have demoed the Pi8 to hundreds of listeners at our Raipur experience centre. In this guide, we cover the B&W Pi8 price in India, specs, sound quality, battery life, how it compares to the Pi6, and who it is really for.
B&W Pi8 Price in India
The B&W Pi8 is available at 8mm.in for ₹63,999 (inclusive of 18% GST). Every unit is genuine stock with a 1-year Bowers & Wilkins India warranty, and you can pay by COD, UPI, card or no-cost EMI. Business buyers can also claim GST input credit with a proper invoice.
The Pi8 is available in five finishes: Anthracite Black, Midnight Blue, Dove White, Jade Green and Dark Burgundy.
Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 Specifications at a Glance
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Feature |
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Drive units |
12mm Carbon Cone (adapted from Px8) |
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Bluetooth |
Bluetooth 5.4, multipoint |
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Codecs |
aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX Classic, AAC, SBC |
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Noise cancellation |
Active Noise Cancellation with B&W’s own ANC algorithm |
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Earbud battery |
Up to 6.5 hours (ANC on) |
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Total with case |
Approx. 20 hours (extra 13.5 hours from case) |
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Charging |
USB-C, wireless (Qi) and fast charging |
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Smart case |
Wireless audio retransmission via USB-C or 3.5mm analogue |
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Water & dust resistance |
IP54 |
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Fit |
Four sizes of ear tips included |
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App |
Bowers & Wilkins Music App with EQ and TrueSound mode |
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Colours |
Anthracite Black, Midnight Blue, Dove White, Jade Green, Dark Burgundy |
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Price in India |
Sound Quality: Px8 DNA in an Earbud
The heart of the Pi8 true wireless earbuds is a 12mm Carbon Cone drive unit in each bud. Carbon is stiff and light, which means the cone moves accurately without flexing. In practice, that gives you lower distortion and cleaner high-frequency detail: cymbals shimmer instead of hissing, and vocals sit clearly in front of the mix.
B&W’s tuning is natural rather than hyped. Bass is deep and controlled rather than boomy, the midrange is rich, and the soundstage feels wider than most earbuds manage. Listen to a well-recorded jazz trio or an A.R. Rahman score and you will hear separation between instruments that cheaper earbuds smear together. If you prefer more punch, the 5-band EQ in the app lets you adjust, while TrueSound mode keeps the tuning exactly as B&W’s engineers intended.
aptX Lossless: Hi-Res Streaming Without Wires
The Pi8 runs on the latest Qualcomm chipset with Bluetooth 5.4 and aptX Lossless, delivering CD-quality lossless audio over Bluetooth to compatible Android phones. With aptX Adaptive, it handles 24-bit/96kHz high-resolution streams. Pair it with Apple Music, Tidal, Qobuz or Amazon Music HD and you are getting about as close to wired quality as wireless earbuds get today.
Using an iPhone? The Pi8 still sounds superb over AAC. And thanks to the smart case (below), iPhone users also have a route to higher-quality aptX playback.
The Smart Case: The Feature Nobody Else Has
The Pi8’s smart charging case does more than charge. Plug it into a laptop, an iPhone, a gaming console or an aeroplane’s in-flight entertainment socket using USB-C or a 3.5mm analogue connection, and the case retransmits that audio wirelessly to your earbuds in aptX Adaptive quality.
• Frequent flyers: watch in-flight movies on your Pi8 instead of the airline’s headphones.
• iPhone users: bypass AAC and get aptX Adaptive quality from a USB-C iPhone.
• Work and gaming: connect to devices without good Bluetooth, such as older laptops or a Nintendo Switch.
The case also supports wireless charging on any Qi pad, USB-C charging and fast charging, so a quick top-up before you leave home keeps you going.
Active Noise Cancellation & Call Quality
B&W developed its own ANC algorithm for the Pi8, working with precisely positioned microphones in each earbud. It does an excellent job with low-frequency drone like aeroplane engines, AC units and traffic on a Raipur or Mumbai commute. An ambient pass-through mode lets you hear announcements without removing the buds.
The same microphone array is tuned for calls, so your voice comes through clearly on office calls and WhatsApp video chats, even outdoors.
Battery Life & Charging
You get up to 6.5 hours of playback with ANC on from the earbuds, and the case adds about 13.5 more hours, for roughly 20 hours in total. That comfortably covers a full workday or a Delhi–Bengaluru round trip. Some rivals quote longer numbers, but they rarely do it while streaming high-resolution aptX audio with ANC active.
Design, Comfort & Build
The Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 looks and feels premium, with a refined finish and a compact, ergonomic shape. Four sizes of ear tips help you get a proper seal, which matters for both bass and noise cancellation. With an IP54 rating, the Pi8 handles sweat at the gym, a walk in light rain and dusty Indian summers without fuss.
Bowers & Wilkins Music App & Everyday Features
• 5-band customisable EQ plus TrueSound mode
• Multipoint connectivity for your phone and laptop at the same time
• Wear detection, touch controls and firmware updates
• Built-in music streaming from services inside the B&W Music App
B&W Pi8 vs Pi6: Which Should You Buy?
The Pi6 is B&W’s more affordable earbud and still sounds excellent. Choose the Pi8 if you want the Carbon Cone drivers adapted from the Px8, aptX Lossless, the retransmission case and wireless charging. Choose the Pi6 if you want the B&W sound and ANC at a lower price and do not need those extras. You can compare both in our Bowers & Wilkins collection.
If you prefer over-ear comfort for long sessions, look at B&W’s Px7 S3 and Px8 S2 in our wireless headphones range.
Who Should Buy the Bowers & Wilkins Pi8?
• Audiophiles who want the best sound quality possible from a true wireless earbud
• Android users with aptX Lossless-capable phones who stream lossless or hi-res music
• Frequent travellers who will use the retransmission case on flights
• Professionals who need clear calls, multipoint and reliable ANC in one compact package
If your priority is the longest battery life at the lowest price, there are cheaper options in our true wireless earbuds collection. But if sound comes first, the B&W Pi8 is the benchmark.
Why Buy the B&W Pi8 from 8mm?
• Authorised Bowers & Wilkins dealer, with genuine, sealed stock
• 1-year India manufacturer warranty, with our team helping you with any claims
• COD, no-cost EMI and free shipping, with delivery in 2–5 days
• [7-day return & replacement](https://8mm.in/policies/refund-policy) with doorstep pickup
• Price match policy with most online retailers
• In-store demo at our Raipur experience centre, trusted by audio lovers since 1990
Experience the Pi8 Before You Buy
Reading about sound only goes so far. Walk into the 8mm experience centre, Beside Arogya Hospital, Shankar Nagar, Raipur, and our audio specialists will let you compare the Pi8 side by side with other premium earbuds using your own music.
Ready to upgrade? Buy the Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 at 8mm.in with COD and no-cost EMI, or WhatsApp us on +91 89829 27700 for the best price, colour availability and expert advice.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the price of the Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 in India?
The Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 is priced at ₹63,999 (inclusive of GST) at 8mm.in, with COD, no-cost EMI and free shipping available.
Does the B&W Pi8 support aptX Lossless?
Yes. The Pi8 uses Bluetooth 5.4 with aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive and aptX Classic. To get aptX Lossless you need a compatible Android phone with a supporting Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset.
Is the B&W Pi8 good with an iPhone?
Yes. iPhones connect over AAC, which still sounds excellent on the Pi8. For higher quality, plug the smart charging case into your iPhone over USB-C and it retransmits audio to the earbuds using aptX Adaptive.
What is the battery life of the Bowers & Wilkins Pi8?
Up to 6.5 hours per charge in the earbuds with ANC on, plus about 13.5 extra hours from the charging case, for roughly 20 hours in total. The case supports fast charging, USB-C and wireless charging.
What is the audio retransmission feature on the Pi8 case?
The Pi8 case can be connected to a source such as a laptop, iPhone or in-flight entertainment system via USB-C or a 3.5mm analogue connection. It then streams that audio wirelessly to the earbuds in aptX Adaptive quality.
Is the B&W Pi8 waterproof?
The Pi8 is rated IP54, so it handles sweat, light rain and dust. It is not designed for swimming or submersion.
What is the difference between the B&W Pi8 and Pi6?
The Pi8 is the flagship, with Carbon Cone drivers adapted from the Px8 headphones, aptX Lossless and the retransmission case. The Pi6 is the more affordable model that keeps the core B&W sound and ANC but skips some of those flagship features.
Does the Pi8 support multipoint connection?
Yes. The Pi8 supports multipoint, so it can stay connected to two devices, such as your phone and laptop, at the same time.
What warranty does the B&W Pi8 have in India?
Pi8 bought from 8mm, an authorised Bowers & Wilkins dealer, comes with a 1-year manufacturer warranty in India, plus a 7-day return and replacement policy.
Where can I try the Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 in Raipur?
You can demo the Pi8 at the 8mm experience centre, Beside Arogya Hospital, Shankar Nagar, Raipur. We also ship across India in 2–5 days.
Written by Yug Gupta | Audio Specialist at 8mm.in
