Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WF1000XM3/B
- |
- SKU:
- 6359820
Customer reviews
Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars with 3308 reviews
(3,308 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Sound Quality4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life4.2
Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars
- Connectivity4.1
Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers frequently mention the excellent sound quality and great battery life of the WF-1000XM3 True Wireless Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones. Many also appreciate the comfortable fit and effective Active Noise Cancellation. However, some customers have concerns about the fit, connection stability, and water resistance, and a few would prefer a higher maximum volume.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Noise Cancelling Ear Buds!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I already had the Sony WH-1000XM3 over-ear headphones and think they are excellent but generally prefer buds since they are less bulky. After reading the reviews, I got the WF-1000XM3 buds and they are great! Excellent noise cancellation and excellent sound quality. They are also very comfortable; they are barely noticeable to me. I highly recommend them, especially for traveling.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, TempeGuy!
That's great! Good to know that you're having a great time using the product. Thank you for choosing Sony.
~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Fit
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great sound quality!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.If you are looking for driving or stationary earbuds, these are great. Sound fantastic, but do not stay in ear when doing a lot of moving.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi EvoCheckCase, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. We provide an assortment of earbuds in various sizes to ensure there is a great fit for all ear sizes and an optimal noise-canceling experience. To ensure optimal performance with noise canceling, as well as to obtain the best fit and prevent the headsets from falling out, please refer to one or both of the following:
Help Guide https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/contents/TP0002392265.html
Animated Tutorial on the Sony Headphones Connect app (ref https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/hpc/v1/en/contents/TP0001548864.html?search=tutorial)”
Instructional Video https://youtu.be/HnXJ_f2nbb4
Should you need further assistance, please visit the Sony support site and look for Contact Support for different ways to reach us. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Nice buds, newer version better
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought these as a gift on discount after being able to try on a set. Fit is ok, but depending on activity level, could slide out. Bluetooth connection isn't a problem, paired easily with my phone. Noise cancelling is great. Soundstage is also very good. For the price, I'd rather suggest the newer XM4 as the design is less clunky and improves on this model in most aspects.
This review is from Sony - WF-1000XM3 True Wireless Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones - Silver
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Gen5gt, Thank you for taking the time to review the WF-1000XM3 Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones. We designed these headphones to provide incredible sound and noise cancellation in a compact, stylish, truly wireless design. The Sony | Headphones Connect App includes Adaptive Sound Control—which automatically adjusts noise canceling to your surroundings, and an equalizer—which can be customized to fine-tune your music. And with all-day battery life and a quick charge, they are meant to deliver a truly immersive listening experience, wherever you go. Thanks for sharing this review! Jay
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Product
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I absolutely am impressed with this product. The sound is great and is as advertised. I must say, the shopping experience is a totally different animal. I was quite surprised, as there were no sales associates to assist me with the purchase. I went into the store with the mindset of knowing exactly what I went there to purchase without question as I have conducted my research in advance. I was approached by 2 different sales associates that stated they couldn't assist as this was not their department but did not offer to assist me in locating someone in the audio department. I had to literally walk around the store until I found someone that worked in that department. I wasted approximately 15 minutes until I was able to locate a sales associate to assist me. I was quite discouraged and technically I should've left the store and went to another retailer where I could've had a more pleasant experience and with a willing to assist sales staff. I did indeed make my purchase at this store however, I have made this experience known to everyone I talk to even family and friends. The management should either train their staff more appropriately or hire more enthusiastic sales associates for their store. I am not completely certain that I will ever return to this store, even if it's just to browse. This is sad to be honest!!!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Ear Buds for the Price Range
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these for my wife for Christmas as I have the WF-800 set that I've been extremely happy with. These make me jealous. Sound quality, comfort and noise-cancelling have been significantly improved over the previous generation that was already an impressive performer for the price range.
This review is from Sony - WF-1000XM3 True Wireless Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones - Silver
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi UBuildItIT, That's very generous of you! Thank you for the kind words and review of your WH-1000XM3 Truly Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones. We're delighted to hear that your wife is enjoying the incredible sound quality, excellent noise cancellation, and overall comfort of the unit. Good to know you've seen the overall improvements of these headphones compared to the previous model. We designed these headphones to provide incredible sound and noise cancellation in a compact, stylish, truly wireless design. The Sony | Headphones Connect App includes Adaptive Sound Control—which automatically adjusts noise canceling to your surroundings, and an equalizer—which can be customized to fine-tune your music. And with all-day battery life and a quick charge, they are meant to deliver a truly immersive listening experience, wherever you go. You deserve a pair of WF-1000XM3s for that! Thanks for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Volume
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good Sound quality
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I like the WF 1000XM3 because the music really sound excellent, this is for audiophiles. I returned it because it does not get loud enough.
This review is from Sony - WF-1000XM3 True Wireless Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones - Silver
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello, Giovanni45! Thanks for sharing your experience with our headphones. We will surely take note of your feedback to improve the performance and quality of our products. - Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great set of earbuds!
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.these are some of my more expensive earbuds but definitely worth the price. They pair easily with my devices and sound great for listening to music and the call quality is great also. I've not had any problems with them not fitting in my ears and the battery life is good on them too. I am very pleased with my purchase and would recommend these to others.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Connection
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great sound
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These have great sound but the left earbud really does cut off randomly... but it will cut back on... just a weird quirk for the price
This review is from Sony - WF-1000XM3 True Wireless Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones - Silver
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AtlasPro, we're glad to hear you like the sound quality of product. The WF1000XM3 has a new Bluetooth chip and an optimized antenna design to provide a stable connection for hours of wireless streaming. To ensure you get the best Bluetooth connection, Please set the headphones Bluetooth Connection Mode to “Priority on stable connection”, ref:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/contents/TP0002289921.html
~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Fit
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
I like this but don't like that.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I would give it 5 stars if I could keep the devices in my ears. It seems like they're top heavy because they keep falling out. I've tried different sizes they provide but they still fall out. I really like the noise cancellation. I also like the convenience of going between devices but it would be nice if I didn't have to disconnect one to use another.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KayjupiterC,
Thank you for purchasing the WF-1000XM3 True Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones. We value all your inputs and appreciate the feedback. Good to know that you like the noise canceling and most of the features. We appreciate your effort on trying all the earbud tips that came with the unit.
For fit concern, the WF-1000XM3 features an Ergonomic Tri-hold structure design for a snugly and comfortably fitting. A high-friction rubber surface keeps the noise canceling earbuds snug and secure in your ear so they won’t slip out unexpectedly. This does also come with an assortment of earbuds in various sizes to ensure there is a great fit for all ear sizes. To ensure optimal performance, as well as to obtain the best fit and prevent the headset from falling out, when wearing them, please gently pull on the top of your ear as you twist the earbud into your ear. This should give you a firmer hold.
For detailed instructions on how to wear the wireless headset, please check out the link below.
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/contents/TP0002392265.html
Thanks for sharing your feedback.
Regards,
Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Fit
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Nice sound, poor battery
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Battery doesn’t seem to last as long as you think and it’s quite bulky. But sounds better than airpods.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi John,
We're happy to know you like the great sound quality of the WF-1000XM3. We value your input and appreciate the feedback regarding the battery life of the unit. For available operating time of the unit, the usage hours may be different depending on the settings and conditions of use. Also, when the Equalizer function is used, the playback time will be shorter by about 45% at most.
For your reference, please access this helpful article: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wf-1000xm3/articles/00229317
We designed these headphones to provide incredible sound and noise cancellation in a compact, stylish, truly wireless design. The Sony | Headphones Connect App includes Adaptive Sound Control—which automatically adjusts noise canceling to your surroundings, and an equalizer—which can be customized to fine-tune your music. And with all-day battery life and a quick charge, they are meant to deliver a truly immersive listening experience, wherever you go. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Fit
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Beautiful design
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound! Beautiful design. Only issue is that I can’t get it to a perfect fit for my ears!
This review is from Sony - WF-1000XM3 True Wireless Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones - Silver
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Kincade,
We're glad you like the sound quality and design of the headphones. we provide different sizes of hybrid silicone rubber earbuds so you can find the perfect fit for your ears to maximize sound quality and minimize outside noise. We designed these headphones to provide incredible sound and noise cancellation in a compact, stylish, truly wireless design. The Sony | Headphones Connect App includes Adaptive Sound Control—which automatically adjusts noise canceling to your surroundings, and an equalizer—m4ich can be customized to fine-tune your music. And with all-day battery life and a quick charge, they are meant to deliver a truly immersive listening experience, wherever you go. Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Fit
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Left bud constantly disconnects for no reason.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are not worth the cost. I unfortunately misremembered my return window trying to give them another chance and am now stuck with them. I started out trying Samsung buds+(beans) and while I loved the sound of those my ears were in extreme pain so I upgraded to these Sony buds hoping they would be even better. Fit: These come with a bunch of different tips. The main ones fit me fine and I don't mind the bit of the buds that sticks out. I'm not really picky about the look as I mostly want them for at home use. After a while the seal starts to feel insanely pressured and gives me headaches. Yet if I try to just do some very simple stretches gravity will pull them out. So I'm not even using a tip that is extremely tight. The pressure from the suction just may not be for me. Call/mic quality: This is what I mainly wanted them for and I can hear others loud and clear within the capabilities of their mic. I've asked my bf who I speak to on these the most about my quality and he says its great. Audio quality: I may just not like the in ear buds in general, but I never noticed an issue with in ear buds before these wireless ones. I feel almost like I'm listening to something in a small room, but the quality is good and when music is on external noise is filtered well. When no music is on and I'm between calls the active noise canceling actually makes things feel amplified to me and it all sounds weird and tinny. Maybe this can be adjusted in settings, but I was not having an easy time with the app. OTHER: ***Here is the reason for the negative review. *** -The touch sensitivity is way too sensitive, but I could look past that as pushing a button in your ear could be equally frustrating or eventually painful? I can learn to clip my hair up just to use the headphones even though I think that is ridiculous. -Even worse....ONLY the left bud connects to anything. This means I HAVE to use the left bud to use the right. If I take the left off and set it down its inactivity will eventually disconnect the right as well and put both into a sleep mode disconnecting them from my call. I dread the day I accidentally lose the left rendering the right completely useless. Maybe this is in app settings somewhere too? -If I try to just keep the left bud active and out of my ear (for some pressure relief or to hear my dog) I will probably hit the touch sensor when moving it around which also disconnects my call. -WORST OF ALL....these headphones DO NOT actually function at the distance they say. I can hardly move 20 ft with nothing blocking my path between me and my phone before they may disconnect.....and the left bud randomly disconnects multiple times a day. As I said before the left bud is the one that must stay connected during the entire usage. So if im in a call with my hair up, sitting right next to my phone, and with both buds in my ears not being touched at all the left will randomly disconnect. I can then hear the call in the right bud, but have to take my left bud out, put it in the case to disconnect and reset it, take it back out, and then reconnect to my call. All the while....I cannot speak on my call without the left earbud being connected. So people are just saying "hello...hello...HELLO???...." (heard via the right bud) over and over again and there is nothing I can do until the left bud takes its time to disconnect and reconnect with my manual intervention. So...choose something else that is cheaper. I chose these at the recommendation of the Best Buy employee who said he loved them and they worked great. Maybe for him. Maybe I got duds. This is a HUGE waste of money and will only lead to frustration. Also their app is so much more confusing than the Samsung buds+. I wish those would have fit my ears....
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Wanted2HearConferenceCall,
Thanks for sharing your experience so far with your new WF-1000XM3 headphones.
While we're glad to hear you like the sound and call quality , we regret to know that you're having Bluetooth disconnection issues and constant pressure on your ears after a few minutes of use. We value your input and appreciate the feedback. The WF-1000XM3 comes with different sizes of earbuds to ensure there is a great fit for all ear sizes and an optimal noise canceling experience. As a suggestion, to reduce discomfort while wearing the headphones, try to use the right size according to the size of your ears. When wearing them, please gently pull on the top of your ear as you twist the earbud into your ear. This should give you a firmer hold and better noise canceling experience.
- When using only one unit of the headset, you can remove one unit from the charging case and use it by itself. In this case, only the unit that has been removed from the charging case will turn on. When you put on the other unit of the headset, the connection between the left and right units is established automatically, and you will hear the music or other audio on both units of the headset.
- For the touch sensor issue, simply restart (power cycle) your headphones to recalibrate the touch sensors. Set the headset into the charging case and close the lid of the charging case, and then remove the headset from the charging case to connect the headset to the Bluetooth device.
- For Bluetooth connection issue: The WF-1000XM3 has a new Bluetooth chip and an optimized antenna design to provide a stable connection for hours of wireless streaming. To ensure you get the best Bluetooth connection, please set the headphones Bluetooth Connection Mode to “Priority on stable connection”, ref https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/contents/TP0002289921.html
- Resetting and initializing may help with the troubleshooting: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/contents/TP0002289925.html
- If the issue still occurs, please make sure that your headphones are running on the latest firmware version. The software includes key features, applications, bug fixes, and feature improvements. For instructions, please check the link here: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wf-1000xm3/downloads
We value your inputs and appreciate the feedback.
If you are still having the same issue, you can email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
Name:
Best Buy Username:
Model Number:
Issue:
Telephone Number:
We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope to speak to you to resolve this matter.
We appreciate you and thanks again for shopping Sony!
Sincerely,
Jess
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Almost perfect
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are comfortable and work well. If I were to have two wishes, one is that I'd wish they were better about keeping their bluetooth connection. They tend to drop for a second and then come back which is kind of annoying. The second wish is that they could produce more robust bass. I was able to EQ it and improve, but I would like more. They've very comfortable to wear and I rarely feel like they may fall off my ear. The case is nice and has a charging system I like a lot. I'm happy with my purchase.
This review is from Sony - WF-1000XM3 True Wireless Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones - Silver
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Quality Cancelling Ear Phones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise cancellation works well and the battery lasts. The only issue I have is they are not the most comfortable for longer term wearing
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Fit
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
good small earphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.sound great. no outside noise at all.. wish they were more stable in my ear... kinda easy to come off when i move around....
This review is from Sony - WF-1000XM3 True Wireless Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones - Silver
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kaop, We are glad that you like the sound quality as well as the noise canceling feature of your new Sony wireless headphones. We designed these headphones to provide incredible sound and noise cancellation in a compact, stylish, truly wireless design. Sony provides different sizes of earbuds to obtain the best fit and prevent the headsets from falling out. You may select the earbuds that fit your ears the best and wear the headset correctly. The earbud will be easier to slide deep into your ear if you pull up on the top of the ear lightly while twisting the headset: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/contents/TP0002392265.html. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
great earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.this earbuds made by sony are amazing bass treble and mids are quite there the noise cancelling is great but since i own an iphone i return them for pros pods i miss the quality of the audio on the sonys the pods are great but not as good as the sony the other reason i return them was the fitting on my ears but i have to give it to the sony for their audio greatness
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, jkem!
Thanks for the feedback. Sony takes into consideration all feedback to improve the performance and quality of our products and services.
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Quality Earbuds that would be hard to beat!
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have gone through quite a few different earbuds and am very happy I decided to spend a bit more for quality. I tried quite a few less expensive ones and they all had 1 thing or another wrong with them. Either build quality, connection issues, sound issues, mic issues and so on. I decided to purchase a bit more expensive then I usually would for earbuds but it was worth it. These sony pair have fanastic sound to them and the mic picks up my voice very well. I do not have issues with virtual meetings anymore. Before my voice would cut out a lot and I would end up repeating myself. They have noise cancelling as well, so I am able to hear perfectly fine , even if there is noise in the background. These come with multiple size buds and so should fit pretty much anyone, so long as you test them out and find the right fit. They look great, they work great, the charging case provides at least two full charges in my experiance. Charging case is USB C.
This review is from Sony - WF-1000XM3 True Wireless Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones - Silver
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PCmod,
Thank you so much for sharing your great experience with us. You definitely made the right choice in purchasing the WF1000XM3 headphones. We're glad to know you are enjoying the fantastic sound, mic features, noise canceling, charging case and overall performance of the unit. We designed these headphones to provide incredible sound and noise cancellation in a compact, stylish, truly wireless design. The Sony | Headphones Connect App includes Adaptive Sound Control—which automatically adjusts noise canceling to your surroundings, and an equalizer—which can be customized to fine-tune your music. And with all-day battery life and a quick charge, they are meant to deliver a truly immersive listening experience, wherever you go. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound qualityCons mentioned:Connection
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Bought two brand new pair and both failed
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.after buying two of these I experienced the same issue within weeks of owning them. The unit would disconnect and reconnect to my phone randomly while talking on the phone. Ive tried them on several different phones and had the same issue. For the price of these one would not expect to have this type of issue. Noise cancelaon is a joke. If you were to drop a pin on the floor the person on the other end would hear it. I spent more time turning them off and on trying to get it to connect without having static or distortion. Battery life is pretty good although it does become annoying having to go through the menu, change head phone settings just to use the fully charged bud. Music quality is good. Could be a little better but I liked it. Ear fitment is great. I have small ears and didn't have to keep adjusting due to them slipping out. NO!!! I would not suggest to a friend and definitely wouldn't buy them again.
This review is from Sony - WF-1000XM3 True Wireless Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones - Silver
No, I would not recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good wireless earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Reasonable sound and good battery life. Not quite the sound quality of the Sennheisers but noise reduction and battery life make up for it
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, Marc!
Awesome! We’re glad you like the product. Thank you for choosing Sony.
~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Fit
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good Sound High Quality
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Tried a number of earbuds before settling on these. Very good sound quality, but it takes a while to size the tips correctly to avoid having them fall out. I only wish Sony could make earbuds of this quality with 'Sports' style over ear hooks. Very easy to pair with multiple Bluetooth items
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Conrad, We are glad to hear you are enjoying the sound quality of the industry-leading, noise-canceling Truly Wireless headphones. We designed these headphones to provide incredible sound and noise cancellation in a compact, stylish, truly wireless design. The Sony | Headphones Connect App includes Adaptive Sound Control—which automatically adjusts noise canceling to your surroundings, and an equalizer—which can be customized to fine-tune your music. And with all-day battery life and a quick charge, they are meant to deliver a truly immersive listening experience, wherever you go. Thank you for choosing Sony! Jay















