Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WF1000XM5/B
- |
- SKU:
- 6546812
Customer reviews
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 2212 reviews
(2,212 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Sound Quality4.7
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Connectivity4.5
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:Sound quality
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Good Sound, Bad Earbud Tips
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony WF-1000XM5 sound great. I had a pair of Pixel Buds Pro and the XM5s blew them out of the water. There is one big issue. The earbud tips are made of foam and none of the different sizes fit in my ears. They easily fell out while walking around. Since the tips contain the protective wire mesh, switching the tips out leaves the buds exposed to earwax and other debris. For an item that commands a premium price, I shouldn't have to figure out a workaround for the eartips not fitting correctly.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Rumpledstilts, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We're glad you like the sound quality of the WF1000XM5. We're sorry to hear that you have an issue with your Sony unit. If you feel it is difficult to put the earbud tips into your ears, squeeze the earbud tips lightly before wearing the headset. Please follow this link for more details:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000778771.html?search=wearing
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:
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
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Not worth the hype
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The earbuds function well but the noise cancelling could be better.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ArtieR,
Thank you for your valuable feedback regarding the WF-1000XM5 earbuds. We sincerely apologize for any disappointment you've experienced with the noise-cancelling feature. Your insights are essential in helping us improve our products.
To enhance your listening experience, we recommend adjusting the noise-cancelling settings through the Sony | Sound Connect app. This app allows you to customize the noise-cancelling levels and optimize performance based on your environment.
Thanks for considering Sony products and for your feedback!
Regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Battery life
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Not worth the money.
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I just bought a pair of JBL pure bass, zero noise, earbuds that are normally $99 dollars on sale for $69, .That put these to shame. Don't wash your money on these. They have more bass, more clarity, more battery life.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RandyV,
We regret to hear that you are not satisfied with the headphones. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. For optimum performance, make sure that the software version of the headphones is up-to-date (via the Sony Sound Connect app).
If the size of the earbud tips does not match the size of your ear canals or the headset is not worn properly in your ears, tap operations or Speak-to-Chat speech detection may not work correctly, or you may not obtain the correct sound qualities, noise canceling effects, or call performance. If any of this is the case, try the following.
-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.
-The “Sony Sound Connect” app will help you to determine which earbud tips suit you best to achieve the optimal noise canceling effect, sound quality, etc.
-Check that you are wearing the headset properly in your ears. Wear the headset so that the earbud tip is comfortably situated as deep in the ear canal as possible.
Additionally, you can use the Equalizer/CLEAR BASS setting of the Sony app to fine-tune the sound quality to your needs.
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/TP1000781980.html
Please note that usage hours may vary depending on the settings and usage conditions. Make sure to charge both earbuds sufficiently. You may find these links helpful:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000781965.html
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000783897.html
Hope this helps. In case you need further assistance, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com.
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Or contact our product support team via phone call or chat through this link:
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Sincerely,
-Ralph
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Could be better
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It’s great if nobody else around you. The cancellations turns on and off at the wrong time.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi EricM,
We are sorry to hear that the Noise Cancelling feature on your WF-1000XM5 earbuds is activating at inconvenient times, as this is definitely not the intended experience. This behavior is most often caused by the Adaptive Sound Control feature, which automatically changes the Noise Cancelling settings based on your activity (like walking or staying put); we recommend turning this feature off within the Sony | Headphones Connect App for a consistent experience. Additionally, check the app's settings to ensure the Speak-to-Chat function is disabled, as this temporarily pauses Noise Cancelling when you start talking.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
New favorites
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound is absolutely amazing. Paired with my S21 Ultra the Ldac is next level, coming from a $70 pair of SOUNDCORE. I do wish they kept the matte finish on the buds themselves, but had no problems after picking the right ear tips. The app is great once you get through the 20 minutes of updates and setup.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Aleensvaart,
You made the right choice with the Sony WF1000XM5! We're glad that you like the sound quality and dedicated app (Sony Headphones Connect) of the headphones. Your feedback about the glossy design is greatly appreciated.
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!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones. Wish the noise canceling was better, but it does a decent job adjusting to your surroundings. I do wish the app was a little better, but that’s not a knock on the headphones themselves.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Gamerontheweekends, we're glad you are enjoying your new earbuds! 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 choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound and base. Very good charge time. Pricey, but worth it
This review is from Sony - WF-1000XM5 True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds - Silver
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Wonderful, Cza91! We're glad that you like the sound quality of the earbuds. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Fit
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Newest version of Sony's earbuds is Great.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Smaller is better for a change. The case and earbuds are better than the previous version. They are a little slick when removing from the case, so maybe a matte finish would be better. Other than that... they're great.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Hbee, we're glad you are enjoying our product. We appreciate your feedback regarding the material used in the WF1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great ANC comfort soso
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They have great sound and the active noise canceling is on par with my past bose qc buds2. But the foam type ear piece take getting used to
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Lowton, we're glad you like the sound quality and noise canceling feature of our product. We appreciate your feedback regarding the earbud tips 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=earbud%20tips
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
- Cons mentioned:Volume
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
I always chose Sony ear buds over any
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good quality feels strong. I do wish they were able to go a little louder but my ears may be spoiled from the xm5 over ear headphones
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JohnV, We appreciate your feedback. Please make sure to turn up the volume of both the earbuds and the connected music device. Despite your concern, we are glad that you like your Sony WF-1000XM5 noise canceling wireless in-ear headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Connect to phone in pockets
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.love em but in my pockets they connect to my phone and it annoys me The noise canceling is good af for small earduds
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TobyA,
Thanks for commenting. We are thrilled to know that love your WF-1000XM5, and that you are satisfied with its exceptional noise canceling function. We are sorry if you are experiencing an automatic Bluetooth connection when your headphones are placed on your pocket. To avoid this problem, please ensure that your headphones are set into the charging case correctly so they turn off automatically before putting them into your pockets. Put the left headset unit (the headset unit with the tactile dot) back into the left hole of the charging case, and put the right headset unit back into the right hole of the charging case. Each headset unit will be set to the correct position in the charging case by the built-in magnet. You may also try cleaning the contact points on the charging case and earbud headphones to further isolate the problem. For more details, please refer to the following links:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000779810.html?search=when%20not%20use
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00249895
I hope this helps.
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.
Should you need more assistance or information with our product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details so we can best assist you.
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Thank you for choosing Sony!
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- Cons mentioned:Volume
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Its okay
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great features, not as loud as i thought, very bulky , the case looks cool also it only last about 6hrs
This review is from Sony - WF-1000XM5 True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds - Silver
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi EdgarjM, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on the WF-1000XM5. We're glad to hear that you appreciate the features and design of the case. However, we sincerely apologize for any disappointment regarding the sound volume and battery life.
Your comments are invaluable to us as we continuously strive to enhance our products.
Regarding the battery life, consider the following factors:
- Features like the equalizer, DSEE Extreme, and noise canceling can significantly reduce battery life. For instance, using high-quality playback settings can consume more power.
- Ensure that the charging case is adequately charged and the earbuds are properly seated for charges.
- You can also perform a factory reset if you face persistent issues. Detailed instructions can be found here: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000783925.html
For further information about this topic, kindly visit the following link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000783897.html
If you have any further concerns, please feel free to reach out. We're here to help. You can find our contact information here: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000783897.html
Thanks for considering Sony products and for your feedback.
Best regards,
Stephanie
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Highly recommend!
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are the best quality ear buds I've ever purchased! Highly recommend!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GrandmaB,
You made the right choice! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the performance of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Fit
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Don't pick wrong pick these.
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Absolutely superb earbuds. Easily adjustable tips to fit most any ears.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jacob,
Very nice! We're glad to hear that you like the adjustable earbuds of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony and we hope you enjoy your headphones from here on out. Have a nice day!
-David
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great ear buds with advanced features.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really like them and that's saying alot! I been using this type of ear buds for a long time.I use them every day for work so I know what I'm talking about. If you get them you'll love them.
This review is from Sony - WF-1000XM5 True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds - Silver
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony buds
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overall these headphones were good they have good active noise cancellation they felt well they have four different ear tips the case is small I like the design of the buds
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JassonV, it is very nice to hear that you like the WF1000XM5. Enjoy your new earbuds! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great product i use it every day.
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I use these all the time highly recommended. Sound cancelling is great
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Rattaga,
Thanks for sharing your positive experience with the WF-1000XM5.
The noise canceling on these earbuds is truly a standout feature, and it's great that you're finding it effective. Your recommendation a fantastic praise for us!
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Sincerely,
Jenn | Sony North America.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality with punchy bass. The sub bass is a little lacking though. Excellent noise canceling and the ambient noise passthrough sounds very natural to me. Overall these are my favorite earbuds so far.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi IrvinH,
Fantastic! We are very happy to hear your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality, industry-leading noise canceling feature, and superb ambient sound mode function of your WF-1000XM5. 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 very much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Poor Fit and Connectivity
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I tried every bud tip and even some old ones I had laying around and I could not get a good seal. As a result they kept falling out of my ear and active noise canceling would not work. The sound seemed very distant and low quality and they feel very bulky in the ear. Had to return them.
This review is from Sony - WF-1000XM5 True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds - Silver
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello user729855,
Thank you for considering Sony products.
We sincerely apologize that the WF1000XM5 earbuds failed to live up to your expectations. It’s disappointing to hear about the fit issues and the sound quality concerns you experienced. This certainly doesn’t reflect the high standards we aim to deliver.
Please know that your feedback is very important to us, and we will share your comments with our dedicated Sony team for further review as we continue improving our products.
Thank you for sharing your experience and for your understanding.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
good buy
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I come from using the AirPod Pro, Bose - QuietComfort Ultra, Beats Studio Buds + and this one are the best by far, Quality Sound, Conectivity, Options,
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi FernandoQ,
That's great! We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality of the Sony headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony and enjoy your headphones!
-David





















