Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WF1000XM5/S
- SKU:
- 12140295
Rating by feature
- Sound Quality
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Connectivity
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, Sound quality
Sony earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound, battery life, ease of charging case excellent everything
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi EMunoz, Glad you like your new headphone. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony Earbuds - Not great fit.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound is good. They are not very good for active use - they keep popping out.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mike,
Thank you for your 4-star review of the Sony WF-1000XM5 Truly Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones! We're glad to hear you're enjoying the sound quality, which is something we pride ourselves on with the XM5s.
We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding active use. While the WF-1000XM5 are designed with a comfortable and secure fit in mind, we understand that ear shapes vary widely, that is why there are different tip sizes included for you to go with the ones you feel the most comfortable with!
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a great day!
DiegoV
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
They are amazing
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these wireless earbuds, the sound is so crisp and amazing. I like them better than the over the ear headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Meth1090,
It brings us great satisfaction to hear you love your Sony - WF1000XM5 wireless earbuds. It's wonderful to know that you're enjoying the crisp and amazing sound quality. We designed these earbuds to deliver premium audio in a compact form, and we're thrilled that they've exceeded your expectations, even compared to over-ear headphones.
Thank you so much for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
These work very well
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These sound great and offer nice noise cancelation. They are also noticeably smaller than others.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi mhjmi,
Fabulous! We are truly delighted to know about your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality, exceptional noise canceling function, and smaller design of your WF-1000XM5.
The WF-1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-cancelling performance on the market. Real-time audio processors and high-performance mics power the specially designed driver unit, for wide frequency reproduction, deep bass and clear vocals. They are designed to immerse you in a sound so good, it feels like you’re in the studio with your favorite artists. The WF-1000XM5 headphones raise the bar for distraction-free listening and clarity.
Thank you very much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great sound quality
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These ear buds sound great and are comfortable in my ears, especially on long walks.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .HI JohnH, We are glad that you now have a comfortable wireless earbuds with great sound quality on your long walks. Thank you for your feedback and for choosing Sony. Enjoy! Vincent
Worth it!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality is top tier. The fit is dang near perfect!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CHADEEN,
It brings us great joy to hear that you are loving the top-tier sound quality and finding the fit to be absolutely perfect for you.
Thank you for choosing Sony to elevate your listening experience!
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
Great sounding & comfortable!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best fitting earbuds that I’ve tried! Great sound and the active noise canceling is superb!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Raven,
Fantastic! We are truly delighted to hear about your satisfaction with the very comfortable fit design, exceptional sound, and industry-leading noise canceling feature of your WF-1000XM5. Thank you very much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
great sound and bass
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.great sound and bass it's a little hard getting them out of the case because they are so smooth. download the app for these is a must, it makes all the difference for sound and noise cancelling. I would recommend these.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BarbaraV, thank you so much for the fantastic 5 star review! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the rich sound and power bass of the WF-1000XM5 earbuds. We do agree with you, the Sony headphones Connect app really unlocks the full potential of the sound and noise cancelling features! Thank you so much for being part of the Sony family. Best regards, -Dominick
Decent sound
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are decent buds. Not as easy to use or as good sounding as my jabras but still worth it I think
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MatthewS!
Thanks for the honest feedback!
We are very glad to hear that you find these buds worth it. We know switching brands can be a big change, so we appreciate you giving us a try.
The WF-1000XM5 features our best noise canceling technology and high quality foam tips for a snug, quiet fit. They also support wireless charging and clear hands free calling, making them a great companion for your daily routine.
We are so happy to have you as part of the Sony family!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing earbuds!
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are the best earbuds ive ever owned. The sound is really clear and immersive. The app to set them up is ok, ive used it once.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ChrisS,
That is fantastic to hear! We are delighted that you find the WF-1000XM5 earbuds to be the best you've owned and that you are enjoying the clear, immersive sound.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
One of the best
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are one of the best earbuds if not the best for noise counseling... the sound quality is great too...my only problem is if you move your head too fast it gives like a distortion sound when listening to music. That to me is a little irritating... but other than that these are superb earbuds if you can look past that problem
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DanielL,
Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the WF1000XM5. We're glad that you like the noise canceling function and sound quality of the headphones. Your feedback about the distorted sound is greatly appreciated. For optimum performance, make sure that the software version of the headphones is up-to-date (via the Sony Headphones Connect app). You may also refer to the troubleshooting steps on this link to help resolve the issue:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00298368
Hope this helps. If still not resolved or you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
Name:
Username:
Model Number:
Issue:
Telephone Number:
Or contact our product support team via phone call or chat through this link:
https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
Sincerely,
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great earbuds with awesome equalizer
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these and they were great. Was not impressed with how the bass was not punchy but it does not take away the quality of sound they produced.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for sharing your feedback on the WF-1000XM5, GooberBooger84. We are very glad to hear that you find them to be great and that you are impressed with the overall quality of the sound they produce.
We understand your point about the bass not being as "punchy" as you would have liked. We designed the WF-1000XM5 to deliver a balanced and accurate sound signature across the entire frequency range, aiming for clarity and detail. However, we also know that bass preference is a very personal aspect of listening. If you haven't already, you might find that adjusting the equalizer (EQ) settings within the Sony | Headphones Connect app allows you to customize the sound and boost the bass to your liking.
We truly appreciate your detailed and honest review. Your insights are invaluable as we continue to refine and improve our audio products. Thank you for being a Sony customer.
Best regards,
Gus
Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Major issues despite decent quality sound
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality is good. The ANC is good. But the technical issues are hard to ignore. The battery for each bud will drain at different rates. The playback cuts out randomly for a second or more sometimes, especially when moving. I had battery issues with the WF 1000XM4’s and got a full refund. When I ran into similar issues with this unit, Sony only offered me a replacement. If you have an iPhone, just get AirPod Pros. I am so disappointed with these that it made me consider returning my WH 1000 XM4s so I can escape Sony’s ecosystem, but I will hold off on that while they still work. For this price point, Sony should have done better.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi EliLangley,
Thanks for commenting. While we're glad that you're satisfied with the amazing sound quality and exceptional noise canceling feature of your WF-1000XM5, we're really sorry if you're experiencing some issues. This is certainly not the news we'd like to hear from. We greatly appreciate your feedback. At Sony, we are always looking to improve our product quality and features.
If there's something we can do to help or you may need more information/technical assistance, please feel free to email us and we'll be more than happy to assist you. You may send us an email at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following:
Name:
BestBuy Username:
Model Number:
Issue:
Telephone Number:
We value you, and thank you for choosing Sony.
Sincerely,
Romeo
Sony Social Support
Great
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best earbuds I've used. So good i bought another pair.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Mike,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're honored to hear that the WF1000XM5 earbuds have made such a positive impression that you decided to purchase another pair. It's wonderful to know they are providing an experience that resonates with you, and we appreciate your continued trust in our products.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Connectivity
RANDOM CONNECTION
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had the XM4’s and my headphones would randomly connect to my phone at times which was annoying. I got these because I loved the noise canceling on the 4’s and was looking forward to the upgrades and smaller design. These headphones sound great but I give 2 stars because they won’t stop connecting to my phone when I’m not using them. They’re in my backpack in another room and they connect to my phone. They’ll be in my pocket (in the case of course) and they’ll connect to my phone. It is so annoying that I really just want to get a different pair of headphones. I’m at the point where I don’t care how good they are, they won’t stop pairing when they’re in the case. The XM4’s have done it a handful of times but these. ALL THE TIME!!!! I am so frustrated with these.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Cruz,
We're glad that you like the sound quality of the headphones. It's unfortunate that you are having connectivity issues. For optimum performance, make sure that the software version of the headphones is up-to-date (via the Sony Headphones Connect app). Check that both earbuds are placed correctly on the charging case. Each headset unit will be set to the correct position in the charging case by the built-in magnet. Resetting and initializing the headset may also help resolve those issues. Please refer to the steps on these links:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000783924.html
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000783925.html
Note: For the WF1000XM4, refer to these links for steps to reset and initialize the headset:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP1000428696.html
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP1000428697.html
Hope this helps. If still not resolved or you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
Name:
Username:
Model Number:
Issue:
Telephone Number:
Or contact our product support team via phone call or chat through this link:
https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
Sincerely,
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony Buds
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the sounds quality. The hate the material for the earbuds they get really dirty and tear. I’m not even sure where to buy replacements.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KevinO,
Thank you for your 5-star review of the WF-1000XM5 earbuds! We're delighted to hear that you love the sound quality, which is a core part of the premium listening experience we aim to deliver.
We understand your concern about the earbud tip material. The tips are made from a unique polyurethane memory foam designed to provide excellent noise isolation and a secure, comfortable fit, but we appreciate your feedback and are committed to ensuring you're completely satisfied with your product.
Regarding your concern of finding replacements for your earbud tips, make sure to contact to our Technical Support team at: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones. They can provide you the supplier information and more details about it!
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a nice day!
DiegoV
- Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
Better Sound than Bose!
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Smaller than the original with no sound sacrifice.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AmandaC,
Fabulous! We're delighted to hear that you are having a great time with the superb sound quality of your WF1000XM5 earbuds. Your satisfaction with our product means a lot to us. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Best earbuds hands down
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality is great and they are the moat comfortable earbuds I have ever owned.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AnthonyC, Thanks for the wonderful feedback! We're glad you're happy with your purchase. Make sure to keep your device's firmware up to date to enjoy all its features. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great sounds.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound abd crispy sounding with water proff while running in the rain.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, AirNava!
We’re so glad to hear you’re enjoying the excellent, crispy sound of your WF-1000XM5, even while running in the rain! It’s great to know the water resistance is keeping up with your workouts. Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
Favorite Earbuds ever
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The earbuds are clear and crips and easy to insert and stay in place. I love my Sony earbuds!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Awesome! You've made a great choice, Lucia!
We are truly delighted to hear your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality, very comfortable fit design, and superb performance of your WF-1000XM5. The WF-1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-cancelling performance on the market. Real-time audio processors and high-performance mics power the specially designed driver unit, for wide frequency reproduction, deep bass and clear vocals. They are designed to immerse you in a sound so good, it feels like you’re in the studio with your favorite artists. The WF-1000XM5 headphones raise the bar for distraction-free listening and clarity.
Thank you very much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo