Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WF1000XM5/B
- SKU:
- 10187812
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
to a friend
Amazing sound and build, poor everything else
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound quality, by far some of the best sounding earbuds I have ever used. It's a shame that the touch controls make them impossible to put in without touching everything, they are quite uncomfortable (and I sleep with earplugs so I am used to them), and the noise cancellation is basically non existent, you can not tell the difference between it being on and off, the only real cancellation comes from the foam tips and it being earplugs. I switched to the bose qc ultra earbuds that have amazing noise cancellation, comparable sound quality, and better comfort and controls.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi C091,
Thank you for sharing your feedback about the WF1000XM5 earbuds.
We're glad to hear you enjoyed the sound quality, but we’re sorry to learn that other features didn't meet your expectations. Your input regarding the touch controls, comfort, and noise cancellation is valuable and will help us improve.
If you need further assistance or have additional concerns, may we contact you directly? If so, please email the following information to socialsupport@am.sony.com. Apologies if you've already shared this information with customer service — we just want to ensure we have your most accurate details:
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Thank you for considering Sony, and we hope you’ll give us another chance in the future!
Sincerely,
Maria
Better than Airpods
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent earbuds with true noise cancellation. It has spatial recognition and helps reduce outside noise. Loved the fit of these earbuds better than my airpods.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LakshmiP, we're glad you like our industry-leading noise canceling earbuds! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
Good but expensive
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Really good but too expensive. Hopefully the battery life will be better than the previous version
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi VictorP, we're glad you like your new headphones. We appreciate your feedback regarding the pricing of this WF1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! Enjoy! ~Earl
Good gadget
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound quality Although right bud goes blank sometimes having to reinsert to the charger
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your feedback, Cbano42!
We are so pleased to hear that you are enjoying the Excellent sound quality of your WF-1000XM5 earbuds. Delivering that high-fidelity audio experience is our top priority!
We also appreciate you bringing the issue with the right earbud intermittently going blank to our attention. That is certainly not the seamless experience we intend, and having to re-insert it into the charger is frustrating. This is often a temporary issue that can be resolved with a specific troubleshooting step, such as cleaning the charging contacts on both the earbud and the case, or performing a reset of the earbuds.
We would like to help you resolve this permanently. Please reach out to our support team directly at https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones so our specialists can guide you through these quick fixes and ensure both earbuds work reliably for you.
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Sony ear buds
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Just good not the best just good. Noise cancellation isn’t the best ear buds actually comfortable
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, Carl
Thanks for the review! We appreciate the comments and the feedback as Sony always strives to deliver the best quality products! We are glad you are enjoying your Sony earbuds and its comfortable and lightweight design! Do not forget to download the Sony Sound Connect app to explore all the features and options included!
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a nice day!
-DiegoV
The Sony wF1000XM5 earbuds are a great purchase
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these earbuds, the sound is crisp, the boise canceling is great. The only issue I've had is finding a tip that fits my ears perfectly since I'm between the size small and medium.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BreannaB, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re thrilled to hear that you’re enjoying your new Sony XM5 earbuds, particularly their sound quality and noise-canceling features. If you're having trouble with the fit, try gently twisting the earbuds to insert them deeper into your ears for a more secure fit. For additional tips on wearing your earbuds, we recommend checking out this helpful link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000778771.html
If you need further assistance or have additional concerns, may we contact you directly? If so, please email the following information to socialsupport@am.sony.com. Apologies if you've already shared this information with customer service — we just want to ensure we have your most accurate details:
Full Name:
Username:
Telephone Number:
Additional Information regarding your experience with the WF1000XM5.
Thank you for your patience! We look forward to getting you back to enjoying your earbuds.
Sincerely,
Maria
Best in ear true wireless yet!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have the Sony over ear WF-1000XM5 headphones and loves them so much I decided to try these in ear headphones understanding that Best Buy has a great return policy. Obviously there was no return given the stars rating. These things are amazing. The noise cancelling is incredible and the companion app is great allowing multiple devices to be used. Overall I’m thrilled with these and find myself using them for more than yard work as originally planned.
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Posted .Hi Tony, Thank you for the amazing review! We're very happy to hear that you love the incredible noise canceling, companion app, multipoint connection, and overall performance of your Sony WF1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Good sound, but bad physical design
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good sound quality, but bad design on the housing. It is hard to grab them out of charging box or you can easily drop to ground. All is because the material Sony choose is “slippery”.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Chien, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are delighted to hear that you are enjoying the excellent sound quality of your Sony XM5 earbuds. However, we regret to learn about the challenges you are facing with the material. Your feedback is invaluable as we work to enhance our future designs. We appreciate your trust in Sony and hope that this issue does not hinder your enjoyment of the remarkable sound quality of your earbuds! -Maria
Solid upgrade.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Upgraded from the XM-1000 3, and these are pretty much better in every way. Smaller, longer battery life, better sound/call quality, better anc. Highly recommend.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jayden,
Amazing! We're thrilled that you like the size, battery life, sound quality, and noise canceling function 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
Great Earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The quality of these earbuds meets or exceeds that of my Sony WH-1000XM4, the over-ears these replaced. These earbuds connect much faster via Bluetooth. Sony's app continues to have great features, like a tuneable equalizer. I prefer these earbuds to Apple's AirPods Pro (2nd generation), which I returned in favor of keeping these. The microphone is great for calls indoors, although there is wind-noise outdoors.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Justin, Thank you for the amazing review! We're thrilled to hear that your new Sony WF1000XM5 has exceeded your expectations. And good to know you're enjoying the quick and seamless Bluetooth connectivity, great call quality, and excellent Sony Headphones Connect app features. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Great earbuds
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They are great for the gym. Have good sound overall good product. No, issues yet.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Cody,
It's a true pleasure to hear you are enjoying the Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds at the gym! We are delighted that you find them great for your active lifestyle and appreciate the high overall sound quality.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
Sony earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great earbuds sound quality is great and I got it for the noise cancellation and I couldn’t be any happier.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your fantastic review, ArielP!
We are so pleased to hear how much you are enjoying your WF-1000XM5 earbuds. It's truly rewarding to know that the great sound quality and industry-leading noise canceling have met your expectations. We designed these earbuds to provide a premium and distraction-free listening experience, and it brings us great satisfaction to know we've succeeded.
Thank you again for choosing Sony and for sharing your experience.
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Great sound and features... but the fit
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These earbuds are awesome and i love them. Top notch sound quality and features, i can tell its made by sony. My main complaint is the fit. They seem to be fairly big in my ears and start to hurt just after 10 minutes. I have always had average sized ears, but this seems to be bothering me. I'm thinking about returning them. But if they fit someone else well, they really are perfect
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi WilliamT, We're glad that you like the sound quality and features. To keep the headphones from falling out, kindly adjust the fit of the headset units to your ears. Please check the Help Guide for more details: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000778771.html
For further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Sincerely, Erin
Sony XM5 earbuds
|Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.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.
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
Excellent sound, perfect noise cancelling, bad fit
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.As the title states, these headphones are fantastic. They sound good, cancel out almost all noise, and are easy to use. I just wish they fit in my ears. My ear canal is just too small for the smallest size, leading me to have a huge headache after about 10 minutes of use. However, some 3rd party ear inserts from either CharJenPro on Amazon or COMPLY ear tips will solve that for you. 4/5 overall. If the foam wasnt so stiff it'd be a 5/5.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Seeyalater, thanks for commenting. We are happy to hear about your satisfaction with the exceptional sound quality, industry-leading noise canceling feature, and superb performance of your WF-1000XM5. We are sorry if they didn't fit you well. 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.
We value you & your input, and thanks for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Romeo
Excellent noise cancelling and sound.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overall I like these earbuds, the sound is great but I wish that earbuds didn’t hurt my ears. These hurt less that most I’ve tried and sound best.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello MaryH,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're glad you're enjoying the sound quality of your WF-1000XM5 earbuds! We apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced. To enhance both the fit and your overall listening experience, we suggest experimenting with the various sizes of ear tips provided with the earbuds.
We also recommend checking out Sony's official video for tips on how to properly fit and wear your earbuds for enhanced comfort. You can watch it here: https://youtu.be/geivoMDgPtc?si=4E2-wASR0GssPpbo.
We hope these tips help you get the most out of your listening experience. Thank you for sharing your feedback!
Best regards,
-Fred
Ear pods
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love it it super comfy and a lot off settings I could deal with it Sounds amazing
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Posted .Hi Chino,
Perfect! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the comfort, sound quality, and adjustable settings of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
Worthy upgrade
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A good upgrade from the xm4. Although more slippery they are smaller and more comfortable than the past version. Harder to connect than before.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi demo, we're glad you like our product! 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. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
Hello are you there?
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Superior noise canceling but they stay on even though I put them back in my case. They make receiving phone calls a task because you have to go to your call options and pick phone speaker or headset. I’m using an Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max. The Apple AirPods just sync better with the iPhone. I wanted some quality earbuds. They sound amazing but it’s going to take an update to fix the bugginess.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendLeft earbud won’t pause when using one earbud
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.To me it was good set of earbuds. However where I work I can only use one earbud at a time in case someone needs to talk to me. Instead of using just the right all the time I would use the left but you cannot pause what you are listening with the left earbud and would still play even when you remove it from the ear. I can’t use something if I cant pause what I am listening
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AnnaF,
Thanks for reaching out about the WF-1000XM5 earbuds and your experience using them at work. We understand how important it is to be able to use a single earbud and still have full control, especially for pausing your audio.
You're right, the left earbud on its own can't pause playback. The pause function and the automatic in-ear detection are both tied to the right earbud. So when you take out the left earbud, the audio continues to play, which we know isn't ideal for your situation.
It's a great piece of feedback. We're always looking for ways to improve our products, and customer input like yours is incredibly valuable.
If you’d like to learn more about this, feel free to check out the following link, we put together extra details there that might be helpful: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000781982.html
We know this isn't the solution you were hoping for, but we hope this helps clarify why the earbuds work the way they do.
Thanks for considering Sony products and for your thoughtful input.
Sincerely,
Estefany