Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WF1000XM5/B
- SKU:
- 6546812
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 often highlight the exceptional sound quality, comfort, and long battery life of the WF1000XM5 earbuds. They appreciate the improved noise cancellation and sleek design. However, some users express concerns about the high price, occasional connectivity issues, and the durability of the ear tips.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Better than the previous version
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise canceling is better than any other earbuds I have used. Battery life is amazing and the sound quality is amazing.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Conrad,
Fantastic! We are so happy to know your satisfaction with the amazing noise canceling feature, exceptional sound, and long-lasting battery life of these headphones. 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Quality Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these to use under a flight helmet as extra noise canceling and for music. Having bought the over ear version about a year ago I was not surprised that they are a great headphone and have really good all around sound. The noise canceling is also really good considering they are not over the ear, something i would have to chaulk up to the foam like padding they have instead of rubber. 100% would recomend this product.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Cdorey,
Awesome! We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality and noise canceling of the headphones. We appreciate the recommendation and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great sound quality
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These ear buds sound great and are comfortable in my ears, especially on long walks.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .HI JohnH, We are glad that you now have a comfortable wireless earbuds with great sound quality on your long walks. Thank you for your feedback and for choosing Sony. Enjoy! Vincent
Not bad, buy not a huge upgrade over the XM4's
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are pretty good. Definitely seems like they are a little more refined than the XM4's, but, I'm not sure it's enough of a jump to warrant purchasing these if you already have a perfectly good pair of XM4's to use.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your valuable feedback, Adrian.
We're so glad to hear that you find the WF-1000XM5 earbuds "pretty good" and more refined than the previous model. We designed them with several enhancements, including a more compact size and improved audio processing, to provide a premium listening experience.
We understand your perspective on the upgrade from the WF-1000XM4. We appreciate your honest insight, as feedback like this helps us understand what is most important to our customers.
Thank you again for your review and for being a Sony customer.
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Bass
Not for Apple users
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I tried several different brands which include Bose, Sony, Apple, Jabra… I was looking forward to the Sony’s, but I felt they fell short. NC auto on/off switching gets a bit annoying (cough, sneeze, yawn, etc. triggers it). Noise cancellation could be better (I feel the iPod Pro’s did a better job). I even switched out the ear tips for some Comfy foam ones (did the same for the iPod Pro’s). Didn’t help. Thought maybe it’s something else, until I took a flight and thought the NC wasn’t turned on (it was). Sound wise, I do enjoy a bit more bass than the Apple’s. A nice part is, I’m able to sleep better with these than the Apple ones. I think the stem hits the pillows. Getting them out of the case is sketchy as it feels like you could drop them (they seem more slippery due to the gloss surface). Pretty slippery when trying to get them out versus the Apple, Bose or Jabra. Changing the volume by clicking 4 times is basically useless. One last thing, you have to ensure the earbuds seat completely in the case, or it won’t charge. So, even though it’s magnetic I still have to add slight pressure until the light starts blinking.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
Amazing ear phones!!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The fit and sound are truly amazing! The most comfortable ear phones ive ever had with the best sound to boot.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JoElectric, we're glad you like the fit and sound quality of 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
I've tried a number and these are my favorite.
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had the previous model and liked those and these simply improved on a great set. I tried the Bose and disagree with those who say the ANC is better on Bose. I think the foam earpads add passive NC that puts this above other options including the Google Buds Pro with added foam pads. Sound quality is the best. I get feedback that the mic isnt the best but i live in NYC where noise is everywhere and everyone complains regardless of what earbuds im on.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jeff,
Awesome! Thanks for the feedback and wea re truly delighted to hear that you are very pleased with the audio quality and ANC capability of our Sony WF1000XM5. 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! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
Nice
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great earbuds. Sounds great. Nice fit and easy connection
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Darucksa, Amazing! We're so happy to hear you like the great sound, ease of Bluetooth pairing, and excellent fit of your Sony WF1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Connectivity
RANDOM CONNECTION
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had the XM4’s and my headphones would randomly connect to my phone at times which was annoying. I got these because I loved the noise canceling on the 4’s and was looking forward to the upgrades and smaller design. These headphones sound great but I give 2 stars because they won’t stop connecting to my phone when I’m not using them. They’re in my backpack in another room and they connect to my phone. They’ll be in my pocket (in the case of course) and they’ll connect to my phone. It is so annoying that I really just want to get a different pair of headphones. I’m at the point where I don’t care how good they are, they won’t stop pairing when they’re in the case. The XM4’s have done it a handful of times but these. ALL THE TIME!!!! I am so frustrated with these.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Cruz,
We're glad that you like the sound quality of the headphones. It's unfortunate that you are having connectivity issues. For optimum performance, make sure that the software version of the headphones is up-to-date (via the Sony Headphones Connect app). Check that both earbuds are placed correctly on the charging case. Each headset unit will be set to the correct position in the charging case by the built-in magnet. Resetting and initializing the headset may also help resolve those issues. Please refer to the steps on these links:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000783924.html
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000783925.html
Note: For the WF1000XM4, refer to these links for steps to reset and initialize the headset:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP1000428696.html
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP1000428697.html
Hope this helps. If still not resolved or you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Sincerely,
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
Great sounding & comfortable!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best fitting earbuds that I’ve tried! Great sound and the active noise canceling is superb!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Raven,
Fantastic! We are truly delighted to hear about your satisfaction with the very comfortable fit design, exceptional sound, and industry-leading noise canceling feature of your WF-1000XM5. Thank you very much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good product
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good sound quality, would have liked the buds to have wings like the beats does, but overall really happy with the product.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Beastgun7, Thank you for your fantastic review of the WF-1000XM5! We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality of our product. We appreciate your feedback regarding the design of the earbuds. While the WF-1000XM5 does not include wings like some other brands, we are always looking for ways to improve our products based on customer feedback. We're glad to know that overall, you are really happy with the product. Enjoy your listening experience and thanks for choosing Sony! - Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Fantastic Sound
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality and ANC. Out of the box foam tips have great isolation, but may be a bit rough on the ears. I would recommend at set of Comply Foam tips for comfort.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bradly,
Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the WF-1000XM5. We're glad that you like the sound quality and noise canceling function of the headphones. Your feedback about its comfort is greatly appreciated. For optimum fit and comfort, make sure that you are wearing the headphones properly. You may find this link helpful:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000778771.html
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
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
Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Superb product
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very comfortable, solid battery life, and in my opinion a much richer sound than Apple’s competing in-ear devices.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MarkN,
Great! We're glad that you like the comfort, battery life, and 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They work great and are sound is great. If you need a new pair of buds these are a must have.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SarahR, we're really happy to hear you're enjoying your Sony - WF1000XM5 earbuds. With industry-leading noise cancellation, immersive sound quality, and a super comfortable fit, they're designed to elevate your listening experience, and we're so glad they're hitting the mark for you! Thanks for your recommendation, and for choosing Sony. Regards, -Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony earbud review
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Its an excellent product, perfect sounding and great in build noise cancellation. But the downside is it slipped off your hear if you move around too much or if the bass beat sound is too loud. Overall I think its a good product.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi UchennaC,
Thank you for the purchase! We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality and noise canceling of the headphones. We provide an assortment of earbuds in various sizes to ensure there is a great fit for all ear sizes and an optimal noise canceling experience. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Best earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.For me these are way better than the air pods and these just sound way better and they are more comfortable
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kiethlee,
That's awesome! We are really thrilled to hear your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality and very comfortable fit design 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 the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
$300 for this?
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I'm pretty disappointed in this purchase. I paid $300 for these earbuds and they constantly have issues. The microphone will randomly stop working or will sound really muffled. The earbud tips fell apart after a couple months. The software to control the earbuds has ads when you open it. The "customizable" touch sensors are not truly customizable. Jabra and SkullCandy do a far better job with their software. The ANC is really good and the overall sound is great but not worth the price. Bottom line: Save you money and get something cheaper.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MKing,
While we are glad to hear your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality and exceptional noise canceling feature of your WF-1000XM5, we are really sorry if you're experiencing some issues. We understand your disappointment and want to ensure you receive the best possible experience with our product. We value your feedback about the earbud tips, companion app, price, and touch control function of the headphones. To ensure you're getting the most out of your WF-1000XM5, we suggest updating its firmware to the latest version. The 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 earbud tips, the earbud tips deteriorate through long-term use and storage. If the earbud tips deteriorate, they cannot achieve proper sound qualities or noise canceling effects. If the earbud tips are damaged and need replacing, please contact your nearest Sony dealer. You can also obtain replacement accessories from Sony Parts and Accessories website. Visit Sony support website > scroll down and select Parts & Accessories.
We want to make sure you’re taken care of and help check on your headphones. May we contact you directly to assist you? If so, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com. Apologies if you disclosed some of this information in your review and to customer service, we just want to ensure that we have your accurate details at the time of communication.
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- Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
These work very well
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These sound great and offer nice noise cancelation. They are also noticeably smaller than others.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi mhjmi,
Fabulous! We are truly delighted to know about your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality, exceptional noise canceling function, and smaller design 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 the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Good upgrade
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.an upgrade from the XM4 I would say. smaller and comfortable. good sound.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi FriendlyGhost, Thank you for the great review! We're glad you like the more compact design, comfortable fit, and amazing sound quality of your Sony WF1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Excellent
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good sounds and good quality. The best earbuds I ever purchased. Quick to charge, slim, light and looks great.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Scionze, we appreciate your wonderful review of our product! We're glad you are enjoying the sound quality of the WF1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl