Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WF1000XM5/B
- SKU:
- 10111512
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 find value in the exceptional sound quality, including clear audio and booming bass, and the impressive battery life. They also appreciate the comfortable and secure fit, effective active noise cancellation, and lightweight design. However, some users have expressed frustration with initial connectivity, and a few have noted concerns regarding the price, overly sensitive touch controls, and a perceived lack of volume.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Better than LG's
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These work far better than the LG's, which were basket cases for operability.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DonA, we're glad you like our product! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
Uncomfortable
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality is good, but they are super uncomfortable. The eartips are hard and make my ear hurt after a short time of wearing. These are now collecting dust on my shelf.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for sharing your feedback, Aidan.
We are delighted to hear that you find the sound quality of the WF-1000XM5 earbuds to be good, but we are truly sorry that they are super uncomfortable due to the hard eartips, which has led to them collecting dust. We understand that comfort is just as critical as sound quality, and we regret that they are causing you pain after a short period of wearing.
We would like to help you resolve this and get back to enjoying your premium earbuds. The WF-1000XM5 includes multiple sizes of ear tips in the box. We highly recommend trying the smallest or largest sizes to ensure a better seal that relieves pressure.
If you would like direct assistance with fit or have further questions, please feel free to reach out to our dedicated support team here:
https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
We hope to help you find a comfortable fit so you can enjoy the amazing sound quality!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Works
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It is what it is i would say, this would be weird but being deaf from one ear i can hear with this headphones
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Reypollo,
You made the right choice! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality of the headphones. The WF-1000XM5 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!
-Ralph
Best Service by Best Buy
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great service and technical advice from the team. Thank you
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KevinO, Amazing! We're pleased to hear that you're satisfied with the service! We also appreciate your 5 Star rating and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
uncomfortable fit, touch controls too sensitive
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I snowboard alot and wearing your beanie or helmetguard over this headphone mutes it. Unusable on the mountain.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, JonathanH,
Thanks for the comments. We are sorry to hear about the inconveniences presented, as we understand this is not the experience our customer are meant to go through. We would like to mention that you can download the Sony Sound Connect app, where you can manage the touch sensor functions, that way you can avoid unwanted muting. We will add a link which you can access to get more information on the functions of the earbuds' touch sensor and troubleshooting for the issue:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00273264?utm_source=glean
We appreciate the understanding and thank you for considering the Sony products. Have a nice day
-DiegoV
Quality does not match high price tag
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Earbuds fall out easily and one earbud disconnects and reconnects especially if you are moving around while wearing. Bluetooth range is very small. I have to stay within 15 feet of the device even when the space between is open. I wish I had purchased the Bose for the same price.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CarmenJ,
Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused. It's unfortunate to hear about the Bluetooth connection issue you're experiencing with your WF-1000XM5. Also we are sorry if they didn't fit you well. This is certainly not the news we'd like to hear from you. We'd love to help you troubleshoot the problem. To start, if you haven't already, we suggest updating your WF-1000XM5 firmware to the latest version. This update enhances the headphones' functionality and features while addressing any performance issues you might be experiencing. For more details, please visit the link below:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wf-1000xm5/downloads
As for the Bluetooth connection issue, the following article may help resolve this problem:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00298369
And for optimum fit, comfort and to keep the headphones from falling out, we always recommend following the steps on this article:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00262839
I hope this helps.
Should you need more assistance or information with our product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details so we can best assist you.
Name:
BestBuy Username:
Model Number:
Issue:
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Thank you for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Romeo
Sony Social Support
Worst best buy experience I've ever had
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Ordered these on Wednesday was told they would be here today (Saturday feb 28th) walked in to get them and got told by the lady at the register that they had put it in as i had walked out with them and now its going to take an extra week to get them, and im not seeing the protection plan I ALREADY PAID FOR on them either
No, I would not recommend this to a friend4.75
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought them somewhat blindly but ended up very happy with ny my purchase
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi FernandoTr, we're glad you are very happy with your new earbuds! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Ehhhhhhh
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They’re ok. Nothing amazing about them. They still fall out the ear after a bit.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi HonestOpinion, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about the WF-1000XM5 earbuds. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you've experienced with them. Your feedback is invaluable to us and helps us improve our products.
We recommend trying different earbud tips, as finding the right fit can greatly enhance comfort and stability. We appreciate your understanding and hope you have a better experience with the earbuds.
Thanks for considering Sony products and for your feedback.
Sincerely,
Estefany
The best as always
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony WF1000XM5 true wireless noise-canceling earbuds are of great quality!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GiselaG, we're glad you like your new earbuds! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Great
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best Quality for the $ Worth the money...better quality than simular products.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PhilipD,
Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're happy to hear that you like the quality of your new Sony headphones. We appreciate the 5-star rating and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
Great purchase
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love them such an upgrade, a little pricey but worth every penny.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Farrin, Congratulations! You've made an excellent decision by upgrading to the WF1000XM5. We're truly happy to know that you love these headphones. Thank you very much for the perfect star review and for choosing the best brand, Sony! - Romeo
Good quality
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My son love this he say are the best he ever have they are the best
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JoseR, we're glad your son loves our product. Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Too small, Too slick
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not a fan, i passed them off to my daughter who encountered the same problems. Theyre hard to get a hold of and slip out of your fingers all the time. They also tend to fall out of you ears at the wrong moment. Imagine searching the floor of an airliner….lucky it wasnt crushed. The sound quality didnt match my previous Bose and my ears never felt quite sealed in terms of noise cancellation. Overall, i had expected better. Lastly, they become dislodged from their charging posts inside thwir case. Its common to find one with a depleted battery even though theyre seated in their case when you close it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dreadful,
We are really sorry if our WF-1000XM5 didn't live up to your expectations. This is certainly not the experience we wanted you to have. We appreciate your feedback with the design of the headphones and we apologize if they didn't fit you well. To keep the headphones from falling out, comfort, and in order to maximize the noise canceling function and sound quality for music and calls, we always recommend following the steps on this article:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00262839
As for the battery issue, please refer to link below to troubleshoot why the WF-1000XM5 does not charge:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00298367
I hope this helps.
Should you need more assistance or information with our product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details so we can best assist you.
Name:
BestBuy Username:
Model Number:
Issue:
Telephone Number:
We value you, and thank you for your purchase.
Sincerely,
Romeo
Sony Social Support
Disappointed
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It honestly disappointed me. I may have had high expectations but it didnt felt like an upgrade from the Airpods Pro
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi HarryG,
We're sorry to hear that you are having some issues with your WF-1000XM5 earbud headphones and it hasn't performed to your standards. This is not the experience we want you to have. Your feedback is extremely important to us and is very much appreciated.
To ensure optimal performance, as well as to obtain the best fit and prevent the headset from falling out, change the earbud tips to ones that fit more snugly in your ears. If you feel earbud tips are difficult to put into your ears, change the size of earbud tips or squeeze earbud tips lightly before wearing the headset. When wearing them, gently pull up on the top of your ears, put the earbud tips in your ear canal, and then twist the earbuds into place. This makes sure the earbuds are firmly in the ear canal.
Please make sure to follow the guide from this link: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wf-1000xm5/articles/00262839
By using the Sony Headphones Connect app, you can make few adjustments to your headphones settings to suit your needs. This will give you more control over your headphones and their performance. For more details, you may refer to this link: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wf-1000xm5/articles/00286844
If you still have the unit and you need further assistance regarding your concern, you can email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
Name:
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Model Number:
Issue:
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Sincerely,
Jess
Just the best
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are wonderful. They are just what I was looking for.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RichardB, we're glad you like your purchase! Enjoy your new earbuds! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
Poor quality
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Regret my purchase read reviews that they are good and tried to return them but they said I had used them.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KennethH, thanks for sharing your feedback! We are sorry to hear that Sony - WF1000XM5 are not working as you expected. At Sony we strive to deliver high quality in our products, therefore we want to make things right for you, please let us know what were the inconveniences you've found on the earbuds. Please email the information below to socialsupport@am.sony.com so we can give you a personalized assistance.
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Thanks for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
Sony Earbuds dont waste your time
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not even close to the Beats earbuds or the AirPod Pro while using on any iPhone from 10-15 or smart tvs. I def DO NOT recommend these ear buds and it is why i returned them and got the AirPod Pro.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi EmJay631, We are sorry to hear that the WF1000XM5 did not meet all of your expectations and had to return them. This is not the experience that we would like you to have with our premium products and we hope that you consider Sony again in your future purchases.
Regards,
Carl
Almost Perfect
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Its very good but the ambient noise feature could be a bit better.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TechWolf, thanks for commenting! We are thrilled to know your satisfaction with the superb performance of your WF-1000XM5. We greatly appreciate your input with the ambient sound feature of these headphones. Thank you very much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony! - Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good sound but the fit is awful
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These had great sound. Unfortunately they did not fit in my ears and caused great irritation in my right ear. I tried every single little ear tip size and there was no difference in the way they fit.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DylanT,
While we are glad to hear your good feedback with the superb sound quality of our WF-1000XM5, we are really sorry if they didn't fit you well. This is certainly not the news we'd like to hear from you. For optimum fit, comfort and to keep the headphones from falling out, we always recommend following the steps on this article:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00262839
I hope this helps.
Should you need more assistance or information with our product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details so we can best assist you.
Name:
BestBuy Username:
Model Number:
Issue:
Telephone Number:
We value you, and thanks for choosing Sony.
Sincerely,
Romeo
Sony Social Support