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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 2316 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

Customers are saying

Customers are impressed with the WF-1000XM5 True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds, particularly the sound quality, battery life, and comfortable fit. Many appreciate the clear sound and booming bass, as well as the effectiveness of the active noise cancellation. However, some users have noted connectivity issues and overly sensitive touch controls, while others feel the product is a bit expensive.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Expected More for $300

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

    Literally was hoping these earbuds would be the ones to replace my galaxy buds+. However even though the audio is top notch the biggest issue with the line up remains. Inconsistent battery life where one of the buds has a disproportionately high battery life remaining vs the other. The worst part is its random which one. Honestly sony needs to overhall its software

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

      Hi Terps90,
      Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the WF1000XM5 earbuds. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the audio quality.
      We understand your concerns regarding the battery life imbalance between the earbuds. We recommend, if is possible, that you disable the noise-canceling or equalizer settings that you might not need while using the earbuds to reduce battery consumption.
      In addition, you can check this link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000783897.html
      Contains more information about this topic.

      For further assistance, we recommend that you reach out directly to our technical support team. Their contact information can be found here: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones

      Best regards,
      - Stephanie Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing!!

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

    Definitely worth it!! I had Apple AirPods Pro, and decided to try these out. They are better!

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

      Hi DaniellaR, 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. Thank you very much for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Great earbuds, just not for me.

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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 to say, I love the earbuds. Sound quality was great, and the noise canceling for earbuds is amazing. However, it did hurt my ears. Tried all the different sizes and couldn't keep them on for that long. Plus battery life was shorter than I would have liked.

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

      Hi TKPanda,

      Thanks for commenting. While we're glad that you love our WF-1000XM5 and that you're satisfied with its amazing noise canceling feature & superb sound quality, we're really sorry if they didn't fit you well. Also, we apologize if the battery life didn't live up to your expectations. 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

      As for the battery life, the available usage hours may be different depending on the settings of various functions and conditions of use. For more details, refer to the following Help Guide link:
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000783897.html

      We value you & your feedback, and thanks for choosing Sony.

      Sincerely,

      Romeo Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great!

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Really good, great noise canceling great sound. Would buy again!

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

      Hi KristofferG,

      Perfect! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the noise canceling function and sound quality of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Could be better

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Headphones were good, but the sounds need more power for the price its at. I returned and went back to my status pro earbuds. Wanted an upgrade but nothings in comparison.

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

      Hello DameanB,

      Thank you for sharing your comments on the sound quality of the WF1000XM5. We sincerely value your feedback, as it plays a vital role in helping us improve our products. We regret that the audio experience did not fulfill your expectations. Please be assured that we will take your feedback into consideration as we continue to improve our products.

      Thank you for choosing Sony.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    No comment

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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.

    The best noice cancellation and quality of the sound is just amazing

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

      Hi Goldenboy, fantastic! We're truly delighted to hear about your satisfaction with the amazing noise canceling feature and exceptional sound quality of your WF-1000XM5. Thank you so much for the perfect star review and for choosing the best brand, Sony! - Romeo Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Lacking bass , uncomfortable.

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

    These earbuds may not be suitable for individuals who prefer a bass-heavy sound profile. Additionally, I experienced discomfort in my right ear during use, and on one occasion, the foam tip became lodged in my ear.

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

      Thank you for the purchase. We do apologize for the inconvenience. We provide an assortment of earbuds in various sizes to ensure there is a great fit for all ear sizes and an optimal audio experience. We also recommend using the Sone headphones connect app so you can adjust sound settings depending in your preference.

      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wf-1000xm5/software/00269130

      Thank you for choosing Sony!
      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great head phones

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

    My husband bought these and he says there way better than the beats So definitely recommend

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

      Awesome! We're glad to hear that you like the headphones. We appreciate the recommendation and thank you for choosing Sony!

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Buds

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

    It has excellent Audio, and a great microphone. I am not quite sure how I feel about the foam tips but they are comfortable.

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

      Fantastic! We're extremely pleased to know that you are satisfied with the amazing sound & call quality, very comfortable fit, 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 very much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best buds

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    These are the best ear buds for the price. Clear sound.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Recommend, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great sound, not good fit.

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

    Earbuds had great sound, however would not stay in my ear had to return them.

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

      Hi JeffreyH, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. We're sorry to hear that you had returned your Sony unit because of the fit. It is recommended changing 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.

      We have our Support team that is always happy to assist. You may email anytime us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:

      We hope you consider Sony again. ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Absolutely a good buy !!

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best ear buns on the market !!!! Completely amazed me !!! Sound is amazing !!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Sean, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product! Thanks for choosing Sony! Enjoy! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic sound and anc

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

    The sound is great and easy to use. Fit is not the best though feels like they'll fall off while exercising.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Raba, we're glad you like the ease of use and sound quality of our product. We understand your feedback regarding the fit of your Sony unit. 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 check this link for more details:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000781968.html?search=fit

      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:

      Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Better than the Air Pod Pros

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

    So far not bad! better than the Apple Air Pod Pros.

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

      Hi FA01,

      Fantastic! You've definitely made a great choice! We are truly delighted to hear your satisfaction with the amazing 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 your purchase and for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony earbuds

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

    These earbuds are even better than the prevoius models ...great sale price made it even more attractive

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

      Hi AlexanderA,

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

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great purchase

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

    I really love these earbuds. I love that the connect to more than one device at a time and the battery life is phenomenal!

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

      Hi crussell, we're glad you love our product! 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 WF1000XM5 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! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    good sound, poor fit

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

    Overall I like them, they have great sound and noise cancelling ambient noise etc. however,, they have a really poor fit, they barely stay in my ears despite changing the size of the tips. they need some securing or slim them down like the galaxy buds. App is bad.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Alex, Thank you for the feedback on your experience with your Sony WF1000XM5. While we're glad you like the great sound quality and noise canceling feature, we regret to hear that these earbuds didn't fit great on you. We understand that finding the perfect fit can vary from person to person. We also recommend experimenting with the positioning to achieve a snug fit. If you've already tried changing the eartips to another size and you're still having issues with fit, we suggest trying out third-party eartips. Hope this helps and thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great earbuds

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

    These are great to use while writing a bus. They dont fall out of my ear and my music sounds really great. 

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Cynthia,
      Thank you for such a great review! Glad to hear you like the comfortable fit and amazing sound quality of your WF1000XM5 earbuds. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great earbuds

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

    Great earbuds! Clear sound with a good range of highs and lows. The noise canceling is excellent.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello JaneanA,
      Perfect! Thank you for sharing your listening experience with our XM5 Earbuds. We are truly delighted to hear that you appreciate the audio quality and noise canceling capability of the earbuds. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best earbuds i’ve gotten

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

    Best earbuds i’ve used, get purchase as well as gift. i love em. only issue is obviously can’t pair with find my on iphone but other than that it’s the best of course

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi IzzyR, Thank you for the positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you find the the best earbuds you've used. We're sorry to learn about the pairing issue that you're having. Please follow the troubleshooting steps on this link to resolve the issue: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000780045.html

      Should you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

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

      Hope this helps and thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US