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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 2304 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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  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Eartips wear out and you can’t get replacements

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

    The eartips are memory foam. They wear out after about 6 months of regular use and you cannot buy original replacements, they are continually out of stock. You can get knock offs elsewhere that don’t have the filter screen, but if you want the originals you’re at the mercy of Sony and they’ll only send one pair of replacements and after that they’ll direct you to the product page where you can buy them, where they have been out of stock for the last several months. They said there is some outside factor, I have previously had Airpods pro and bose earbuds and never had the problem because they are coated in silicone

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JeffreyB, We regret to hear that you are not satisfied with the headphones. This is definitely not what we wanted you to experience. Your feedback is extremely important to us and is very much appreciated. You may visit our parts website regularly to check if the part you need is available. If you need further assistance with your device, you may reach us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details : Full Name: Best Buy Username: Telephone Number: Sony Model Number: Additional Information regarding your experience with the unit: We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope to speak to you to resolve this matter. Sincerely, -Craig Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    “Pauses music” , Got em at Best Buy .

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

    One of the many reasons I will continue to shop at Best Buy, amazing quality!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ChelseaS, We're glad that you are enjoying your WF1000XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love em!

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

    I love em! I like the 4’s a lil bit better, but I’m glad I upgraded so that I can have a warranty.

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

      Hi ShawnC, we're glad you love your our product! 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
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      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

    Overall great

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

    Overall great product. However, I am having a problem with comfort of the earbuds. Standard tips are too big and S are loose.

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

      Hi AhmetC,

      Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the WF-1000XM5. 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

      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

  • Cons mentioned:
    Connectivity

    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 4 out of 5 stars

    As as good as the wf-1000xm4

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

    They sound good, not as good as the wf-1000xm4 Sounds like something is rattling when moving around wearing them.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Pablok, 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. Please isolate the issue by following this link:

      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00235161?utm_source=glean

      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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome sound quality and comfort.

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

    Love them, but have some issues with music sometime cutting in and out. You can fix this in settings but was quite annoying for a few days.

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

      Thanks for commenting! We are truly happy to know that you love the amazing sound quality and very comfortable fit design of your WF-1000XM5. We are really sorry if you had encountered a Bluetooth connection issue, and we are glad that you were able to fix it by configuring the settings of the headphones. For any sound cuts out or noise issues with your earbud headphones, please refer to the following article:
      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00232102

      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.

      If there's something we can do to help or you may need more information/technical assistance with our product, please feel free to contact 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 so much for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best I've ever used!

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

    Absolutely love them! It took a while to get used to them for wearing multiple hours but after that I feel like I don't ever have to take them out.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Silver, great! We're glad you love 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 4 out of 5 stars

    Decent daily driver

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

    Good for a daily driver for on the go music listening. Sometimes have weird sound cutouts otherwise works well.

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

      Fantastic! We are extremely pleased it suits your needs. We are sorry if you are experiencing some audio/sound cuts out issue. The following article may help resolve this problem:
      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00232102

      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 3 out of 5 stars

    Sony earbuds

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

    Sound is good but don’t like the fit. They tend to fall out vs my XM4

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

      Thanks for commenting. While we are glad to hear your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality of your WF-1000XM5, we are really sorry if they didn't fit you well. 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

      I hope this helps.

      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.

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

      Thank you for choosing Sony.

      Best regards,

      Romeo
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    I Would Not Purchase These

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

    I purchased these to replace a pair of WH-1000XM4’s, the left earbud battery only lasts about 1 hour. The microphone quality for phone calls is terrible, nothing but complaints about not being able to be heard. Sound quality for music/movie playback is excellent. I’ll be returning these.

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

      While we are glad to hear your satisfaction with the exceptional sound quality of our WF-1000XM5, we are really sorry if you are experiencing an issue with the battery on the left earbud and microphone quality when using it for phone calls. This is certainly not the news we'd like to hear from you. If you still have your unit, please perform our suggested troubleshooting steps on these articles to isolate and hopefully fix the problem:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000783897.html
      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00298371
      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00298368

      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:

      We value you, and thank you for your purchase.

      Sincerely,

      Romeo
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    So-so ear buds

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

    I did not like these, ended up, returning them the next day after purchasing. It doesn’t seem to fit in my ear the way I’d like it to. These ear buds were just not my forte lol. Not worth all that money.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Alaska907,

      Thank you for sharing your experience with the Sony WF-1000XM5. We're truly sorry to hear that the earbuds didn't provide the fit and comfort you were hoping for. Everyone's listening needs and ear shapes can be different, and while the WF-1000XM5 includes multiple ear tip sizes designed to help with comfort and secure fit, we understand they may not have been the right match for you.

      Your feedback is valuable to us, as it helps us improve future designs. We appreciate you giving them a try and hope you'll consider us again in the future for your audio needs.

      Thanks for considering Sony products!

      Regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Headphones Ever

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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 a little issue with the fit of the earbuds, but these are the best headphones I’ve ever owned.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MichaelD, Thank you for your awesome review! We are delighted to hear that you are happy with the sound quality of 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
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      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
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      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 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:
    Battery life

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Way too slick

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The battery life in these can last on an entire international flight but once you drop them, it ruins the battery to the point where they won't hold a charge any more And they keep making the new models even smoother to slip off your fingers It's annoying

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

      Hi MikeB,

      We're truly sorry to hear about your experience. It's definitely frustrating when a drop affects performance, especially for something as important as battery life. We'll be sure to pass your feedback along regarding the design-grip and durability matter, especially for frequent travelers.
      To restore full functionally of your XM5s, please visit the Sony Support site, click Product Repair at the bottom of the page for your repair options.

      Thanks for considering Sony Products.
      Eliab Sony_US

  • 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
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      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 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