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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 2334 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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83%would recommend to a friend
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Earbuds

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you go into Best Buy and say give me the best you have. They will hand you these. No competition out there.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Phillip, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are enjoying your new WF-1000XM5! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Sound is amazing!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My new EDC buds.. The only thing is that I had a hard time to find the perfect fit earbuds.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Jolele, Thank you for your honest review! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying your new WF1000XM5 earbuds! To find the perfect fit earbud tips for you, please check our help guide link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000778771.html

      The WF1000XM5 is the best noise canceling earbuds, with two proprietary processors that cancel more external noise than ever, a new high performance driver unit, dual feedback microphones and Noise Isolation Earbud Tips.

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      Regards,
      Carl Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good upgrade to the link buds

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very good ear bud s you just have to cleans them because if your ears are dirty it will afect the tips

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi VernazioS, we're glad you are enjoying 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    uncomfortable fit, touch controls too sensitive

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    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 friend
    • Brand 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Beat

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overall pretty good headphones, sometimes my left headphones doesnt sync

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Thomasjones,

      Thanks for commenting. While we are glad to know about your satisfaction with the overall performance of your WF-1000XM5, we are really sorry if you're experiencing sync issue with your left earbud. This is certainly not the experience we wanted you to have. To resolve this problem, let's try to isolate and address it by performing troubleshooting. 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 instructions, please visit the link below:
      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wf-1000xm5/downloads

      If the issue persists, please refer to the following articles to further isolate the problem:
      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00248187
      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00298365
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000780030.html
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000783925.html

      I hope this helps.

      Should you 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:

      Thank you very much for choosing Sony!

      Best regards,

      Romeo
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not worth the premium price

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    These weren’t for me. For the price I expected a better fit and a better feel in the quality. Sound quality was good but again not something I can tell the difference with compared to others. I’d increase the rating if the price was more in line with AirPod pros.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Matt, We're sorry to hear that the Sony WF1000XM5 didn't live up to your expectations. Please allow us to help you and turn this into a better experience. We understand that finding the perfect fit can vary from person to person. We recommend trying different ear tip sizes and experimenting with the positioning to achieve a snug fit. You can change the earbud tips to ones that fit more snugly in your ears. When changing the earbud tips, try the earbud tip sizes in order from the larger ones to the smaller ones. The most suitable size of the earbud tips for left and right ears may be different. Please follow this link for more details:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000781968.html

      To ensure optimal listening experience, please set these earbuds on Priority on sound quality: Prioritizes the sound quality. Please check these links for more details:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000781983.html?search=sound%20quality

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000779956.html?search=sound%20quality

      If you have further questions or concerns about your Sony WF1000XM5, feel free to contact our product support team through this link: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/service?language=en_US.

      Or email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

      Name:
      Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      Sincerely,
      Sam Sony_US

  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing buds

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Probably one of the best on the market. Sony has a great integrated app system to fully control the buds. Very responsive to touch

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi sour,

      Awesome! You've made a great choice! We are very happy to know your satisfaction with the customizable settings through the Sony Headphones Connect app and very responsive touch control function 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 your purchase and for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Ear tips dont fit

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I haved owned the XM4s for two years, and just purchased the 5’s. None of the included tips will create a proper seal in my ears (as confirmed by Sony’s software). Without a tight seal, sound quality is really bad. There appears to be no options, as Sony doesnt make xl tips, and I cant find anything acceptable online. Looks like these are getting returned, which is unfortunate.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Rock,

      We regret to hear that you are not satisfied with the headphones. Your feedback is extremely important to us and is very much appreciated.

      For optimum fit and comfort, make sure that you are wearing the headphones properly. Change the earbud tips to ones that fit more snugly in your ears. When changing the earbud tips, try the earbud tip sizes in order from the larger ones to the smaller ones. The most suitable size of the earbud tips for left and right ears may be different. Wear the headset so that the earbud tip is comfortably situated as deep in the ear canal as possible. For more information, please refer to these links:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000778771.html

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000781968.html

      Hope this helps. In case 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not noose canceling

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not really noise canceling. I have the samsung bud3 and for lesser price i have better quality

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Mauro,

      Thank you for considering Sony products.

      We apologize for the inconvenience you are experiencing with the noise canceling feature of your WF-1000XM5 earbuds. We understand your frustration, especially when comparing it to other brands. We strongly recommend following the steps outlined in this article for improving noise canceling performance: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00298372. If the issue persists, please contact our dedicated support team for further assistance. You can find all the necessary contact information here: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones. We are committed to resolving this for you.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good product

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A good product, it was easy to set it up with my Iphon and for now it works as expected.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DorinaH, perfect! You've certainly made a great choice! We're thrilled to know that you're satisfied with the ease of setup and amazing performance of your WF1000XM5. Thank you very much for the perfect star review and for choosing the best brand, Sony! - Romeo Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Mechanical

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have enjoyed using the ear buds my only wish would be more battery

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi RomieW,

      Fabulous! We are truly happy to learn that you're having an enjoyable listening experience with your WF-1000XM5. We greatly appreciate your feedback with the battery life. Usage hours may be different depending on the settings for the headset functions and usage conditions. For more details, please refer to the following Help Guide links:
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000781965.html
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000783897.html

      I hope this helps.

      Thank you very much for your purchase and for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The Best

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    They are the best available. Between the BOSE and these and after research, this won.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Glorybound,

      You made the right choice with the Sony WF1000XM5! We're thrilled that you are enjoying these amazing headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good headphones.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Theyre good headphones just gotta learn to use em correctly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi AlanT,

      Thanks for commenting! We are glad to hear your satisfaction with the 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.

      If there's something we can do to help or you may need an information/technical assistance with our product, please feel free to contact us and we'll be more than happy to assist you. Please send us an email at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following:

      Name:
      BestBuy Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      Thank you so much for your purchase, and for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good for android

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Better noise cancelation than the air pods pro, good for any kind of android phone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi GhostV,
      Many thanks for the 5-star rating! Glad to hear you like the noise canceling features of your WF1000XM5 earbuds. Your satisfaction with our product means a lot to us. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product but still pricey

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent product, I just hope the charging issue doe not happen a month after the new ones come out...like my 3's and 4's did.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JasonS,

      You made the right choice with the Sony WF-1000XM5! Rest assured that improvements are made to the XM5 for better overall user experience. 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Ok and not worth the money

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have been using these headphones for the last few weeks and i am a little disappointed in the product. When i put them in my ear, it hurts over time and the noise canceling function is ok. My recommendation is to buy headphones that are cheaper and would be the sam quality.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Chris, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We understand your feedback regarding the fit and comfort of your Sony unit. Please change the earbud tips to ones that fit more snugly in your ears. When changing the earbud tips, try the earbud tip sizes in order from the larger ones to the smaller ones. The most suitable size of the earbud tips for left and right ears may be different. Please check this link for more details:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000778771.html?search=wear

      If you require any additional support with regard to this product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:

      ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So far so good.. the multiple connectivity is my favorite feature.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AufrisD, great! We're happy that you are enjoying your new earbuds! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Poor quality

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    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 friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      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.
      Full Name:
      Best buy Username:
      Telephone Number:
      Model Number:
      Issue/Concern:

      Thanks for choosing Sony!
      Regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Is not worth for the price

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The connection was terrible, the sound is not worth the price, and these earphones don’t stay in my ears, and this earphones are very uncomfortable!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Hella good

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love these eardubs. Never went back to my airpods. One gripe i have about is it shoulve came with silicone tips.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi jeromesk33,

      Fabulous! We are very happy to know that you love your WF-1000XM5. We truly appreciate your feedback with the supplied earbud tips. 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 Sony_US