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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6199 reviews

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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92%would recommend to a friend

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Customers are enthusiastic about the WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-the-Ear Headphones, highlighting the great sound quality, comfort, and long battery life. Many appreciate the lightweight feel, good bass, snug fit, and sleek design. Some customers mention the lack of foldability, the relatively high price, and occasional connectivity issues, while others feel the volume could be louder.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid Gift!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased for my daughter--she wears them ALL the time. She says they sound great and are really comfortable!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Dadof3inGA,

      Thank you for the wonderful 5-star review! We feel privileged to hear that your daughter loves her WH-1000XM5 headphones. It's fantastic that she finds them comfortable enough to wear all the time and that she's enjoying the great sound quality. We designed these headphones for both superior audio and long-lasting comfort, so her feedback is a great testament to that.

      We hope she continues to enjoy her music for years to come!

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      Best regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    the best wireless around ear headphones out!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    great bass, super crisp lows and mids. the noise cancelling is great. the whole headphone is super light and very low ear and head fatigue over long periods of listening. battery life also great, got 20-30 hours usage

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi masterbootrecord, Awesome! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying your new WH-1000XM5! These lightweight headphones are beautifully finished in newly developed soft fit leather. This material fits snugly around the head with less pressure on the ears while keeping out external sounds. Our noiseless design with stepless slider, seamless swivel and hanger, and silent joints, makes WH-1000XM5 a pleasure to wear. -Carl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    sony wh-1000xm4 review

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had bought these headphones about 5-6 months ago now and I absolutely love them. The sound quality is top notch and I love using the noise cancelation mode whenever it's a bit too loud wherever I may be and I gotta say it works amazingly. Another great thing about these headphones is the charge time and battery life! It only takes me about 30 minutes maximum to fully charge the headphones and the battery life can last me all day! The price is perfect for what you're getting. 100% would recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      We appreciate your detailed feedback, MarinaV. We're also delighted to hear that you love the sound quality, noise canceling, and battery life. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Quality

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Beautiful color and even better sound. Amazing features such as touch activation, noise canceling or ambient sound. 10 out of 10 hands down.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi user916617,

      We are thrilled the Smoky Pink color and features like touch activation earned a 10/10! It’s great to know you're enjoying both the style and the noise canceling.

      Thanks for choosing Sony.

      Best regards,
      Eliab Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for my needs

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very light-weight and comfortable to wear for longer periods of time! Love the Ambient Sound Control and location detection with the app, I can noice cancel at home but still hear my coworkers at the office if I want. Also, the battery lasts FOREVER! I can easily go an entire week of using them and not have to charge them until the weekend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TaylorM, Great! We're glad that you like the comfort, features, and battery life. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Highly recommend

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    First pair of Samsung headphones and I’m glad these were my first! The sound quality is crisp and makes listening to music an experience. Compared to my other headphones these blew them out the park enabling my ears to hear instruments or noises I haven’t heard in songs I listen to on a daily.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi IraO,

      We are excited to hear you chose the WH-1000XM5 headphones and that they have blown your previous headphones out of the park! It's fantastic that you are experiencing the crisp sound quality and hearing new instrumental details, which is exactly what our newly developed 30mm driver and LDAC codec support are designed to deliver.

      Thanks for choosing Sony.

      Best regards, Eliab Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Elite, Best of the Best

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love these! Work like a charm. Great app, connect well, awesome quality, noise cancellation is out of this world. Gotten a few other types of headphones after these but none compare.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi YusraH,

      It's a true pleasure to hear that your WH-1000XM5 headphones have become the gold standard for your listening experience.

      Knowing that you’ve tried other options only to find that nothing compares to the stunning noise cancellation and seamless connectivity of our headphones is the ultimate compliment. We’ve put a tremendous amount of effort into ensuring our app and hardware work in perfect harmony to provide a flawless, premium experience, and it is wonderful to see that effort reflected in your daily use.

      We really appreciate you being part of the Sony family and choosing us for your audio needs.

      Best regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing noise cancelation!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing noise cancelation for office warriors! I bought these after having a hard time switching from one device to another when receiving a call with my last pair of headphones. These did the trick and have outstanding sound! The app is great and allows custom settings that blew my mind. Also, great battery life!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi CoreyC, We're glad that you're enjoying your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Impressive cans

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Pretty impressive headphones. Have some issues with the dual device syncing back and froth from my iphone and macbookair but you can lock a specific device in the app just a confusing feature. The ANC works really well and the ambient setting is good too. Was a little turned off by the high price but considering I wear headphones about 8 hours a day they have been worth it. Earcups not quite as comfortable as my old bose quiet comfort 2's but I may try replacing them with a different material in the future. The black ones do smudge easily but that's only a minor complaint.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi howcanbe,

      Thank you for the review and we're glad you like the sound quality and comfort of the headphones. If in case you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

      Name:
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      The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      Regards,
      David Sony_US

  • Cons mentioned:
    Portability

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good headphones

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I really enjoy these headphones for a number of features such as the active noise cancelling being some of the best I have ever heard. Another feature I enjoy is how you are able to customize the equalizer with the app downloaded. However I also do not like a number of things on these headphones such as the build quality could be better with some creaks heard, the fact that the headphones do not fold is also a bummer, and most of all the touch controls on the sides are a little to gimmicky for me personally.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi PaulCamachoII,

      We truly appreciate your detailed feedback on the WH-1000XM5 headphones, noting both the excellent features and areas for improvement. It's fantastic to know you are enjoying the class-leading Active Noise Cancelling and the control of the customizable EQ in the app. We certainly recognize your concerns regarding the build quality, the non-folding design, and the sensitivity of the touch controls. Your balanced input is invaluable to us, and we use this exact type of customer feedback to continuously refine and improve our products.

      Thanks for choosing Sony.

      Best regards,
      Eliab sony-global

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Yep...Best Ones Yet!!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased the Beats Studio 3 Noise Canceling headphones first. They were horrible! Took them back, talk to a few actual headphone junkies and purchased these bad boys! They are awesome! Sound is great and I am a very annoying critical person. I need bass for workouts and prestige sound when relaxing. These do it all! You earn badges as you use the product. It takes pictures of your ears (voluntary) to make sure the sound is dispersed correctly. The Noise Canceling is next level, with an ambient sound option if needed. Yep.....buy these before they disappear. The good products always seem to get lost in a black hole!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DrMullins, We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying your new headphones. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love tgem

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love them so much they’re so comfortable and have amazing sound quality, I used to have the XM4s and I’m so happy with my upgrade. I love the color but i do wish it was a bit more pink

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JazmineV, congratulations on your upgrade! We're immensely pleased to hear you're enjoying the astonishing sound quality, comfortable and beautiful design of the Sony - WH1000XM5. We appreciate you choosing Sony and hope you're loving every minute with your new headphones! Best regards, -Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    XM5 best all around

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I just got the XM5 and I must say I cannot find anything wrong with them other than they may get a little warm. Comfort 9.5 - very light while maintaining a solid feel Mic 9.5 handles my calls beautifully. I use them mainly for work ANC 9. Not sure what i was expecting they certainly don’t block everything. Sound 9.7 superb sound for music. Functionality 9.7. Love the tap features you have access to change for example holding your left ear cup to cancel/stop ANC. App 10. SO MANY OPTIONS. Love the EQ custom settings. Utilization 10. Having the versatility to used of them on my iPad Pro and work dell laptop on the fly is amazing. Battery. 9 while I wish I never had the need for downtime for recharge, battery life is a none issue

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Omikurita! Thank you for your awesome review! We are so glad to hear that you are enjoying your new WH-1000XM5! These lightweight headphones are beautifully finished in newly developed soft fit leather. This material fits snugly around the head with less pressure on the ears while keeping out external sounds. Our noiseless design with stepless slider, seamless swivel and hanger, and silent joints, makes WH-1000XM5 a pleasure to wear.-Carl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    They are comfortable, and very good Noise-Canceling for blocking out sounds. The sound is great and good battery life. I upgrade to these headphones from having the Skullcandy ones.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Tee9, Awesome! We're glad that you like the comfort, noise canceling function, sound quality, and battery life. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Over Ear Headphones

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great battery life. Fantastic sound quality. Best ANC. I use them around the house and on Airplanes. I do wish the folded like the XM4s.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi datboi208, We're glad that you like the battery life, sound quality, and ANC. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best headphones out no debate.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    10/10 recommend for anyone who loves to tune out from all surroundings. The sound cancellation is phenomenal not too mention the durability. I’ve had mine for a couple years and I’ve only charged them a handful of times. Very efficient and worth the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KevinG,

      Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're glad to hear that you like the noise canceling, battery performance, and price of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Headphones

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The headphones work amazing ! Extremely comfortable. The noise canceling works amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for your fantastic review, Alb500!

      We are thrilled to hear that you find the WH-1000XM5 headphones work amazing! We put a great deal of effort into both the comfort and the performance, so your feedback on the extremely comfortable fit and the amazing noise canceling is truly rewarding. We're glad they are delivering the premium listening experience you expect.

      Thank you again for choosing Sony!

      Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality, Weight

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Very comfortable

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I can’t stress enough how light these feel and the sound quality is pretty good. EQ definitely helps getting them to your liking

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for the excellent review, 510sm!

      We are so pleased to hear that you are enjoying the WH-1000XM5 headphones! It's rewarding to know that you appreciate the lightweight design, which is crucial for long-term comfort, and that you find the sound quality to be a great fit for your listening.

      We agree that the ability to customize the audio is a powerful feature! We're glad you're using the Equalizer (EQ) within the Sony Headphones Connect app to perfectly dial in the sound to your personal liking.

      Thanks again for choosing the WH-1000XM5 and for sharing your experience!

      Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Upgraded from QC35 and love them!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had to upgrade from my Bose QC 35, which were nearing 10 years old and wanted better noise cancellation for work calls. These work great! They fit nicely and comfortably for long use as well! I'm very happy with the purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi EricC, You've made an excellent choice! We're thrilled to hear you like the amazing noise cancellation and comfortable fit of your Sony WH1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A New boost on the Xm'S.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Had to replace my xm4's since these came out and wanted to see if it was worth it and MAN, ITS EVEN BETTER. The noise cancelation has gotten much better and the sound and bass has improved a little better than the last ones, i already used them for the gym and it does leave out the noises of plates and treadmill running, but would recommend taking them cool of when you have used it for about an hour. The EQ that i used has made the sound even crisped and bass more boom. The cusions on the pad are LIKE A FREAKING PILLOW, and the ambient sound has improved SO MUCH like if i wasnt even wearing it when im talking. But overall the best headphones i have ever had. Greatly appreciate the recommendation from my boi Mohid.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TooSugoiToDie, Amazing! We're pleased to hear that you like the noise canceling function and sound quality of your new headphones. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US