Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WF1000XM5/S
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- SKU:
- 12140295
Customer reviews
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 2399 reviews
(2,399 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Sound Quality4.7
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Connectivity4.5
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers love the exceptional sound quality, outstanding battery life, and comfortable fit of the product, often highlighting its clear sound with booming bass, effective active noise cancellation, and lightweight design. However, some customers have experienced frustrating initial connectivity issues. Additionally, a few find the product a bit pricey, the touch controls overly sensitive, and note a lack of volume.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Fit
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect for everything
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these earbuds they are literally perfect i sleep with them and wake up with them still in my ear ive ran with them many times and they never fell out or got lose i can even train on the bag and do kicks with no problem!!!! And it feels like they never get low battery they last that long!!!!
This review is from Sony - WF-1000XM5 True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds - Silver
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .That's wonderful, RicardoM! We're glad that you are impressed with the new Sony XM5 Wireless earbuds. The WF1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-canceling performance on the market. Noise reduction algorithms developed with AI machine learning suppress ambient noise and ensure the person on the other end of the phone can hear your voice clearly even in noisy situations. For total convenience, the WF-1000XM5 can be paired with two Bluetooth devices simultaneously so, when a call comes in, your headphones can automatically connect to the right one. With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep moving to the music. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Sony earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really enjoy the sound quality. The noise canceling could be a little better and the comfort in the ear could also be better but overall I like the deep rich sound. I would give these a 4.2.
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CharlesS,
We're pleased to learn that you're enjoying the deep, rich sound from your Sony earbuds and appreciate you sharing your honest 4-star rating. It means a lot to know the audio quality stands out for you. We value your feedback on noise canceling and comfort as well, and will continue working to refine every aspect of the experience.
Thank you for choosing Sony—wishing you a vibrant day!
DiegoV.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent earbuds, though pricey
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony WF1000XM5 earbuds are pricey - even at the sale price - but sound fantastic. Both bass and treble come through more clearly than on my Samsung Buds and voices are even more clear. They also pair very easily with my other devices and can connect to 2 devices at the same time. On the whole, I am very satisfied with them, though they were a bit expensive.
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Sujay,
Thanks for your review of the WF-1000XM5 earbuds. We're so glad to hear that you find the sound quality fantastic and that the bass, treble, and voices all come through more clearly than with your previous earbuds.
We also appreciate your comments on the seamless pairing and the convenience of multipoint connectivity, which allows you to connect to two devices at once. We understand that these earbuds are an investment, and we are committed to providing a premium experience that justifies the cost through exceptional sound and features.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Sincerely,
Jenn | Sony Social Media Team.
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony-WF1000XM5
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony WF-1000XM5 are a great pair of true wireless earbuds with excellent sound quality, active noise cancellation, and long battery life. They are comfortable to wear and stay in your ears securely. Improved charging case with 25% smaller in size than xm4. Overall, the Sony WF-1000XM5 are a great choice for anyone looking for a high-quality pair of true wireless earbuds.
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thanks for the 5-star rating, Bestbuy1! We're pleased to hear that you are impressed with the sound quality and noise cancelling feature of the earbuds. The WF-1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best truly wireless noise-cancelling performance on the market1. With a specially designed driver unit, for wide frequency production, deep bass and clear vocals, these headphones are designed to immerse you in a sound so good, it feels like you’re in the studio with your favorite artists. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the app. This can help us improve our products in the future. Enjoy and thank you for choosing Sony! - Craig
- Pros mentioned:Battery lifeCons mentioned:Connectivity
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Having Some Issues
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Over all, they sound good. I upgraded when I was having battery issues with the xm4 model. The battery life here is stellar. This model has similar memory foam ear tips, which I like, and the touch sensors are a little better. The noise canceling is no different to me than just having it turned off, the ear tips block out enough sound that noise cancelation is useless and just uses battery. If you just turn the sound setting to "off" they isolate you without using extra battery, so for the money, the sound cancelation is kind of a let down. Ambient sound mode isn't as good as the previous model so if you're only using one ear bud, you still feel like your ear is plugged up, even with ambient sound turnned up to 20. When I switch between ambient and off, they stop my music. Same thing happens if you use temporary awareness mode. The left ear bud has begun having connectivity issues and the right bud's having some bugs with the touch sensor not working for playback unless you change the function to something else and then switch it back. They no longer make a tone to signify that they are turned on and connected, on either bud when used alone or together. Sometimes they have random functionality issues when the app is active. I really like the way they sound, fit, and the app is ok, they're just very disappointing especially having so many issues in the past with Sony. I'll probably see if I can get them replaced under warranty, as they're less than 6 months old. I want to be clear, this is at no fault of Best Buy. I've not tried other equal models, but I'm leaning toward that. If the connectivity and other bugs weren't an issue, I'd be able to look past the inherent flaws they have with noise cancelation.
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No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Brian, We are sorry to hear about the issue you're having. This is definitely not the experience we'd like you to have. We'd love to help you troubleshoot your problem and turn this into a better experience. May we contact you to help and get more information? If so, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com.
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Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent for working outside
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These buds seal out outside ambient noise incredibly well. I use them to cut the grass with a large loud lawn tractor and it protects my hearing perfectly. The sound is premium and the lows are just heavy and punchy enough without sounding muddy or overpowering. You do get what you pay for, so they are above average in price.
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback, Bestbuyaddict!
We are so pleased to hear that your WF-1000XM5 earbuds are sealing out outside noise so well, especially when you are using them to cut the grass. It's rewarding to know they are effectively protecting your hearing. We designed them to provide industry-leading noise canceling and premium sound quality, so it brings us great satisfaction to hear that you are enjoying the rich, punchy audio.
We also understand your comments on the price. We aim to provide a premium listening experience with advanced features and exceptional performance, and we appreciate your honest feedback.
Thank you again for your valuable review and for being a Sony customer.
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good buds
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.One of the most comfortable fitting in best sounding earbuds I've owned to date.
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Ryan,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It's truly wonderful to know that you find the WF1000XM5 earbuds to be the most comfortable and best-sounding ones you've ever owned! We take great pride in crafting products that enhance your listening experience, and we're so glad that you’re enjoying them.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best earbuds I've owned
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones I've ever had, outclasses AirPods by miles in sound quality and battery life. Great for long shifts, gym sessions, or studying in the same day and wanting both headphones in at all times
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Posted .Hi Garrett,
You made the right choice with the Sony WF1000XM5! We're thrilled that you like the sound quality and battery life of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Volume
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Very good, but not loud enough
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overall these are very good. The noice cancelling is top notch, the sound quality is great. My only issue is they don’t actually get very loud. Could be me going deaf, but I don’t think so
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dillon, We're glad that you like the noise canceling and sound quality. We're sorry if they don't get loud enough. To troubleshoot sound related concern, please check this: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000780052.html
If this does not help, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Sincerely, Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony Wf-1000xm5 wireless earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are my favorite wireless earbuds on the market currently. Their noise canceling works wonderfully, they deliver great sound, and they are very functional. Also compatible with wireless chargers.
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the review, MacP!
It is awesome to hear that the WF-1000XM5 earbuds have claimed the top spot as your favorites. We are especially glad that you're finding the noise canceling so effective—we put a lot of work into those dual processors to make sure they can handle almost any environment. It’s also great to know that the wireless charging is making your daily routine even more functional!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good quality headphones.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great quality. Better than airpods. Doesn't slide and has better audio quality
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Posted .Hello MoJo,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're thrilled to hear that you're experiencing the outstanding quality of the WF-1000XM5s and that they surpass your expectations compared to other earbuds! It's wonderful to know they're fitting comfortably and delivering exceptional audio performance. Thank you for sharing your enjoyment with us!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great gift!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought these headphones with a bestbuy gift card i got for Christmas only had to pay half and am pleasantly surprised how good they work at canceling out all the extra noise! I use them for work and only have to charge them every 3rd day, battery last long!
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Posted .Hi Niko, Thank you for sharing such an excellent shopping experience. We are also glad that you are happy with your purchase and you are enjoying everything about your new WF-1000XM5. Your assessment with the battery life noise canceling feature is spot on! The best noise canceling and despite the smaller size, these earbuds headphones are rated for eight hours of playback with noise canceling between charges. Thank you so much for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Fit
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Fairly good earbuds minus the price
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I originally had a different pair of wireless Sony earbuds that had a wire connecting them together. I needed something that provided a true wireless fit. These are working great so far for what I needed. Unfortunately I do believe them to be a little pricey still.
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for choosing the Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds, BestBuyPurchaser. We're glad to hear that the true wireless design is meeting your needs and that you’re enjoying the fit and performance compared to your previous model with a connecting wire.
We understand your thoughts regarding the price. The WF-1000XM5 earbuds are designed with advanced noise cancellation technology, improved sound quality, and a more comfortable fit, aiming to provide a premium listening experience. They also feature adaptive sound control, long battery life, and high-quality call performance. We constantly strive to offer products that deliver long-term value and enhanced features to our customers.
Your feedback on pricing is important to us, and we will share your comments with our team. Thank you again for your review and for being part of the Sony community.
Best regards,
Gus
Sony Social Media Team
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Wonderful headphones, some caveats
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overall I have loved these headphones. The Bluetooth connection can get a little funny sometimes and when I park them in their charging case they sometimes don't want to disconnect from my phone but overall I am pleased.
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the detailed feedback, DillonM!
We are so glad to hear you are loving your WF-1000XM5 overall! We really appreciate you calling out that annoyance with them staying connected to your phone while they are sitting in the charging case. That usually happens if the charging pins inside the case or on the earbuds get a little bit of dust or oil on them, which tricks the earbuds into thinking they aren't fully docked yet. Giving those little gold contacts a quick wipe with a dry cloth or cotton swab usually fixes that right up.
We are definitely passing your notes about the Bluetooth behavior along to our engineering team to look into for future updates, thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great ear buds.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’ve been a Sony fan for years, and the WF-1000XM5s just keep proving why. The sound is killer, noise canceling is unreal, and they stay locked in even when I’m mowing or on a flight. Pure comfort, clean audio, and that Sony reliability I count on every time. A little heavier that others and I did upgrade to Comply foam tips.
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, EvanH!
We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your WF-1000XM5 earbuds are providing the stellar experience you've come to expect from Sony!
It’s incredibly rewarding to know that the sound quality is "killer" and that you find the noise canceling unreal. We designed these earbuds to deliver premium, clean audio and industry-leading noise isolation, so your feedback is a wonderful validation of that effort.
We also appreciate you highlighting their reliability and secure fit, even during activities like mowing or flying. It's great to hear that they provide the pure comfort you need for all-day listening.
Thank you for choosing Sony for your personal audio needs and for sharing your experience. We also value your note on the weight and your tip about the Comply foam tips, as feedback like this helps us continuously improve.
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are great. I had the airpods pro (2nd gen) and these are certainly better, even for iPhone owners. Incredible noise cancelling, better sound than airpods, better battery life, and better build. Highly recommended.
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Vermalix, Thank you for the awesome review! We're very pleased to hear you like the incredible noise cancellation, excellent sound and built quality, and long battery life of your Sony WF1000XM5. The WF1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-canceling performance on the market. Noise reduction algorithms developed with AI machine learning suppress ambient noise and ensure the person on the other end of the phone can hear your voice clearly even in noisy situations. For total convenience, the WF-1000XM5 can be paired with two Bluetooth devices simultaneously so, when a call comes in, your headphones can automatically connect to the right one. With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep moving to the music. We appreciate the recommendation and thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony XM5 earbuds
|Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] I currently own these. For the first couple of days, I was trying to figure out which ear tip works for me. But overall a great pair of earbuds.
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi StevenU!
We are thrilled to hear that you're having such a great experience with your new WF-1000XM5 earbuds!
To help you find that perfect fit even faster, we recommend using the Sony | Sound Connect app. It has a built-in "Determines Optimal Earbud Tips" test that measures the air tightness of your seal to let you know which size is actually best for your ears.
Thanks for choosing Sony and sharing your feedback!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony[FTW-1000XM5
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Jamming Tidal, these sounded as clean as my ROG Cetra USB-C ll ear buds used to plugged into my ROG 8 Pro. They're well worth the money for quality and included features.
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JoshM,
We are thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the pristine audio quality of the WF-1000XM5 while streaming Tidal. To achieve that level of clarity, we integrated our Integrated Processor V2 and the HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN2e, which work together to provide 24-bit audio processing and high-performance amplification. Combined with our specially designed Dynamic Driver X, these earbuds deliver rich vocals and fine-tuned detail that truly do justice to high-resolution tracks. It’s also great to know you're finding value in the extensive feature set, from our best-in-class noise cancellation to the seamless multipoint connection.
Thank you for choosing Sony and being part of our community of audiophiles.
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Okay, but not great.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The call quality on these is very good. The noise canceling is only fair. I can hear a lot of surrounding sounds. Even when active is on, the sound is mostly muffled. These won't stay in my ears when I use them for any extended period of time, or when I am walking. Running is out of the question. This is a little annoying because when I re-seat them, it cycles through the modes. Pros: These are good for calling in noisy environments and road noise doesn't seep into my calls. The battery life is very good. Sound quality is good. Cons: Active noise cancellation is okay at best. Not stable enough in the ear to remain in place when active.
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Sounding Earbuds
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A Huge improvement over the xm4. Lighter fit better and i think sound better. My only gripe is the plastic they on the used on the earbuds is a bit slippery i wish they would have stayed more with the matt finish on the 4s. Otherwise a grear earbud
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi krony58, we're glad you like the fit and sound quality of our product. We appreciate your feedback regarding the build of the WF1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl





