Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WF1000XM5/B
- SKU:
- 11932696
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 value the exceptional sound quality and outstanding battery life that these earbuds provide. Users also frequently highlight the comfortable, lightweight fit, noting that they stay securely in place during use. While the overall experience is highly positive, some individuals have noted minor frustrations regarding initial connectivity and the sensitivity of the touch controls. Additionally, a few users mentioned that the price point is somewhat high and expressed a desire for a higher maximum volume.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Almost perfect!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing sound and ANC, poor controls, the app is not very friendly too, wish i could customize the functions.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Very please with the sound quality
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Clear sound and much better sound quality than the airPods I have used in the past. Noise canceling is nice and helps with studying when in coffe shops noisy than normal
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .We're glad that you are enjoying your new Sony earphones, WhyWhen! 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
Noise cancellation
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Gotta be the go to for noise cancellation bus and airplane trips have been more enjoyable
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DersonC, Fabulous! We are thrilled to hear that you are pleased with the outstanding performance of your WF-1000XM5. It's wonderful to know that you are enjoying their excellent noise canceling capabilities while traveling on buses and airplanes. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Love these
|Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] Love the sound quality of these they sound really good and honestly haven’t took them off since!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Vic06,
You made the right choice! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
AMAZING IN EAR HEADPHONES!
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound quality! Possibly even better than AirPods Pro, definitely recommend these headphones, you cannot go wrong purchasing these!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GrayWolf,
That's very nice to hear! We're happy that you like the sound quality of your new Sony headphones. We appreciate the positive feedback and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
Almost Perfect
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Almost Perfect, I just need more bass and more dynamics, I don't know, maybe they will be good for someone else, it's a matter of hearing
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Marek, Thank you for the feedback! 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 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! -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Okay. Not good for loud surroundings for calls.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These sound great for music but the call quality is not so good for loud environments.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TanyaC,
Thanks for being so honest about your experience with the WF-1000XM5 earbuds.
It's fantastic to hear you're loving the sound quality for music. But we totally get how frustrating it is when the call quality doesn't keep up in those noisy spots.
Here are a few tips and settings you can check that might improve your call quality in those loud environments:
1) Try to make sure the earbuds have a snug fit using the right-sized eartips.
You can check this by opening the Sony | Sound Connect App, going to the System tab, and running the "Optimal Earbud Tips" test. Make sure the app confirms a good air-tight seal in both ears, and if it doesn't, you should try a different size foam tip from the package.
If you'd like a little more detail; with some videos to walk you through it, just click the link here:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00262839
2) Turning off the "Capture Voice During a Phone Call" setting in the Sound Connect App (found under the System tab) can help improve call clarity in loud environments.
3) Make sure your earbuds and the Sound Connect App are running the latest firmware versions.
Give those a shot!
We appreciate your review of our Sony product and apologize for your experience.
Sincerely,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Lack of a secure fit... exchanged
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought them then returned for Bose QCII's. I bought them originally for the longer battery life but the lack of a secure fit, being the only thing holding the headphones from dropping all the time and eventually breaking would be the ear tips. I don't prefer jamming them in my ear so the Bose have a more relaxed fit. Just my 2 cents I have an active job and maybe if someone is doing rigorous exercise to avoid. Maybe Sony will make ear-fins?
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bmar916, we're sorry to hear that you had returned your Sony unit. It is recommended to follow this link when wearing the unit and secure the fit:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000778771.html?search=wearing
We have our Support team that is always happy to assist. You may email us anytime at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:
We hope you consider Sony again. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best ear buds ever owned had all samsung before and heard apples but sony got it in this category.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Notwise, awesome! We're thrilled to hear that you consider our WF-1000XM5 the best earbuds you've ever owned, especially after trying other brands like Samsung and Apple. Our team works hard to deliver top-notch audio quality and innovative features, and it's wonderful to know that our efforts have made a positive impact on your listening experience. Enjoy your music with the WF-1000XM5 and thanks for choosing Sony! - Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great noise canceling
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good sound quality and noise canceling. Call quality with the noise canceling is great! Id recommend this product to others in the market.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .That's great to hear, RobinD! We're happy that you like your new headphones. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Perfect
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best sounding earbuds on the market the sony earbud is the only earbuds i will buy
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Sonny,
You made the right choice! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the sound quality of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
I love these.
|Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] I had the XM3’s for years and absolutely loved them so I decided to upgrade and I can say without a doubt that Sony have outdone themselves yet again!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Darth,
Fabulous! You've definitely made a great choice! Thank you very much for upgrading to the WF-1000XM5. We are extremely pleased to know that you love its amazing performance. 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 for trusting Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
For the enthusiasts
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Like most sony products, you need to give them some time to set in fully and break in the drivers, but once they do, they sound amazing like full and even in all frequencies. I love em
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thanks for sharing your experience, Jandohittin! We're glad that you are impressed with the performance of your Sony WF1000XM5 Wireless earbuds. 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 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! -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Fit
Sony earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love these better than my olds ones. They were to heavy and fall out my ear. These are much lighter and fit better. Money well spent!!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CharlieC, it is nice to know that you love your new earbuds. Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great purchase
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing product, I used apple products for the longest but these have been superior by far
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CharlesS, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WF-1000XM5 earbuds! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Love them
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound and quality. The price was reasonable.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It takes a bit to find a true noise cancelling mode on the earbuds, but once you do they are very good.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi John, That's awesome! We're very pleased to hear that you were able to find the most suitable noise cancelling configuration to perfectly suit your needs. 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! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Very Happy
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Once I figured out how to put it in my ear correctly, it is comfortable and sounds amazing. Don't use the noise cancellation, but it does work very well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TexasJim47,
Awesome! We're happy to hear that you like the sound quality and comfortable design of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Good Product
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Please with item, use the earbuds everyday all day no issues. Comfortable to have in ear, dont even notice them after a while. Battery life is great!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Styles,
Great! We're thrilled that you like the comfort, battery life, and functionality 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
One of the best earbus on the market.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent pair of earbuds. A clearer, richer quality of sound over other name brands. Enriches listening through all types of applications and devices. Mahalo Sony!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi 808shopper,
Fantastic! You've made a great choice! We are very happy 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 so much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo