Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WF1000XM5/S
- SKU:
- 10101602
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
to a friend
Sony Ear Buds
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great gift for boyfriend, he loves them. They are good quality.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for sharing that wonderful feedback, SeleneT!
We're absolutely delighted to hear that the WF-1000XM5 earbuds made a great gift and that your boyfriend loves them! It's rewarding to know that you both appreciate the good quality we engineer into every set, from the comfort to the industry-leading noise cancellation.
Thanks again for choosing Sony for such a thoughtful gift!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Almost perfect!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality no doubt it is the beast sounding in ear headphone I ever had. my only complain is the fit to my ears. It could be a deal breaker for me until I found a solution. I have to buy a $25 third party tips to make it work with my ear. I would give it 5 stars if I dont have to spend extra money. $300 headphone should come with premium tips already.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thanks for commenting, RamD!
While we are thrilled know your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality of your WF-1000XM5, We are really sorry if you had to buy third-party tips to make them work with your ears. We truly appreciate your feedback. Your input matters to us as it helps us improve our products.
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!
Best regards,
Romeo
Happy Alaskan
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had troubled with ear fits with my samsung bud pro II. Dont get me wrong i love their tech.but almost loosing one earbud is not a good option. After carefully researching adjustable buds, sony leaded the pack not only as a better rated ear bud but had multi adjustable earpieces to fit just about anyone ears. BB staff shine again with great support. V/R, Ken H.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ken, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WF-1000XM5! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
Nice Upgrade
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fit is much nicer than the Jabra 75 actives these replaced. ANC is okay, but not outstanding. Battery life is excellent.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GeneR,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
No custom touch controlls
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Wow. They really need to add custom options for the touch sensor buttons like they do with the wf-xm4000. I want full volume controls on my left ear that I can scale up and down with only 1 or 2 taps. Pressing both side of my ear 4 times to try and get the volume just right is a ridiculous oversight. Its so bad I though it just needed and update but there is still no way for volume customization like the previous model. I don’t know if Sony will update this feature back into the earphones but until they do I would just stick with her older model until it’s addressed. Basically you need to pull your phone out of your pocket every time you want to adjust your volume reasonably. As of now the app allows you to change the touch sensor functions but the presets for each earbud are locked. For example I can choose Ambient Sound Control/Quick access, or Playback Control. If you choose Ambient Sound Control the features are locked to taps. 1 tap is ambient sound toggle. Double and triple tap literally say "Not Assigned" and get this... as if you were a drummer; 4 taps will lower the volume ONE LEVEL DOWN. Like how did this happen? If you choose Playback Controls as one of the presets then 4 taps will increase the volume by one notch just like the Ambient presets lower it by the same amount. This is a very bizarre oversight. Yes the quality of the Sony WF-1000XMFs are nice but the functionalities are just as important as the sound quality or the noise canceling features and unfortunately they removed a key feature that was present in the older previous model. And since use these every day at my job I constantly need to adjust the volume in order to communicate with people and now I begrudgingly have to grab my phone in order to do that now. The custom touch volume controls for the WF-10000XM4 were perfect. Increasing the volume rapidly with a single tap and double tap and holding it to lower the volume is my go to function from my XM4's. And XM5's are completely inferior to the previous model.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendAnnoying
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality is very good. The noise cancelling is very good. I really dislike using them because they cut out for no discernible reason. It is very very annoying to be enjoying a a piece of music then have it just stop. It happens all the time.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JohnW, thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad to hear you really enjoy the noise cancellation and magnificent sound quality of the Sony - WF1000XM5. But we're sorry to learn you experienced audio drops while using them. We understand this can be frustrating.
Here are a few steps and recommendations that can help to solve the problem:
1- Try to rotate the earbuds depending on the shape of your ear. Covering the microphone can affect the performance causing audio dropouts.
2- Set the headset to [Prioritize Stable Connection]. You can do this by using the Sony Headphones connect app.
3- If you're enjoying music from your smartphone, the situation may be improved by closing unnecessary apps or restarting your smartphone
4- Turn off the Adaptive Sound Control setting. This can be found on the Sony Headphones Connect app too.
If you'd like to know more troubleshooting steps and recommendations you can visit the link below:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000779959.html?search=skips%20
If the issue persists, please do not hesitate to contact our technical support team via:
https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
Thank you for considering Sony products!
Best regards,
Dominick
Great Sound
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fantastic sound and the canceling is strong. Would recommend.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello AaronT,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It brings us great joy to hear that you’re enjoying the fantastic sound and powerful noise canceling of the WF1000XM5 earbuds. Knowing you would recommend them means so much to us, and we’re honored to provide a listening experience that enhances your everyday moments.
Best regards,
-Fred
Sony fan that has owned sony products for 40 years
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise canceling could be better. Sound is awesome, phine calls are clear.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JasonB, thank you for your feedback! We are thrilled to hear how much you appreciate the awesome sound quality and clear phone calls on your WF-1000XM5 headphones. It's fantastic to know these features are standing out.
We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding the noise canceling. We're always working to improve our products and your comments are invaluable in that process. For an even better noise-canceling experience, we recommend ensuring you have the optimal earbud tips for a snug fit. The WF-1000XM5 comes with several sizes, and finding the perfect seal can significantly enhance noise cancellation. Additionally, exploring the different noise-canceling modes within the Sony | Sound Connect app might help in various environments.
For further details on this topic, please visit the following link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000780044.html
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
Good
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good sound and sound canceling. The price was fair as well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you so much for your feedback on the WF-1000XM5, JacobR! We’re delighted that you’re enjoying the sound quality and noise cancelling features—those are two aspects we’ve worked hard to perfect for our users. It’s great to hear that you found the price fair as well. Your satisfaction means a lot to us, and your comments will inspire our team to keep delivering the best possible experience. If you have any questions or want to share more about your experience, we’re always here to listen!
Thank you once again for your valuable input and choosing us!
Best regards,
Gus
Sony Social Media Team
Awesome
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love these earbuds!!! Sound quality is amazing. Very happy with this purchase
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JenniferS!
We are delighted to hear you're loving your new WF-1000XM5 earbuds. The amazing sound quality is a big part of what makes them so special and we’re glad you're happy with your purchase.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
Very good
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fantastic earbuds! Great quality and sound. Highly recommend!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi IreneH,
That's wonderful! We are thrilled to hear you find the WF-1000XM5 earbuds fantastic and are enjoying their great quality and sound.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Best ANC in an earbud!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These things kick @$$. Sound great in all ranges! With the ANC off they have really decent isolation. ANC on and you're in your own world by yourself. Pricetag was worth it (in my opinion) I daily drive these with the ambient pass through for a couple hours at a time. Best earbuds ive owned hands down. The app is not super intuitive but offers decent customizations and the full array of toggles for the features they offer.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi N0tVeryN1nja, perfect! You've certainly made a great choice! We are extremely pleased that it suits your needs and expectations. Thank you very much for sharing your excellent experience with your WF1000XM5 and for choosing Sony! - Romeo
sony buds
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.great earbuds that work excellent in noise cancelling
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Kitt,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're beyond pleased to hear that you're enjoying your WF-1000XM5 earbuds! It's great to know the noise cancelling has made such a positive impression and is working excellently for you. It’s rewarding to hear that our product has positively impacted your experience.
Best regards,
-Fred
Very fine
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good noise cancelling for my flight home. Fantastic sound quality
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi WoofGrrrr,
Thanks for sharing your experience with us! We are really happy to hear that the WF-1000XM5 earbuds helped make your flight home more enjoyable. It's great to know that the noise-cancelling was effective for you.
We appreciate you choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
Fantastic
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great pair all around use, forget they are even in my ear
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Joey,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re honored to hear that the WF-1000XM5 earbuds provide such a comfortable and versatile experience, allowing you to wear them effortlessly throughout the day. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and encourages us to continue delivering products that seamlessly integrate into daily life.
Best regards,
-Fred
Great earbuds! not for bass lovers
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These Sony's were my first step into high end, feature rich earbuds. Overall a quality set and the ANC and transparency modes worked well but I returned them because I prefer a stronger sub bass and overall oomph in the lower frequencies. Not ideal for bass lovers. Moved onto JBLs and am happy
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JAZZY, Thank you for your honest review. We are glad to hear that you are happy with the sound quality of the WF-1000XM5 but unfortunately, had to return them as it did not meet all of your expectations. We hope that you consider Sony again in your future purchases.
Regards,
Carl
Good sound
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good sound enough of both bass and crispiness. I'd recommend.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your review, NikM!
We are so pleased to hear that you are enjoying the good sound from your WF-1000XM5 earbuds and that they provide enough of both bass and crispiness! We specifically tuned these earbuds to deliver that clear, balanced, high-resolution audio experience, so your feedback is great to receive.
It's wonderful to know you'd recommend them! Thank you again for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Good Ear Buds
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Clear sound quality during calls. Bass distorted at times. Great battery longevity.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ranman, great! We're glad you like the sound quality and battery of our product! We understand your feedback regarding the bass of your Sony unit. You can configure the Equalizer/CLEAR BASS settings using the Headphones Connect app. Please check this link for more details:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000781980.html?search=bass
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
Great sound quantity ear buds
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound quality for buds. Clear bass, great noise canceling. Not much improved from the XM4s though.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NickP, Thank you for the amazing review! We're glad you like the excellent sound, clear bass, and great noise cancellation of your Sony WF1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Exclellent earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Really awsome earbuds. Sound quality is excellent. Easy to use and the app helps a lot with mods. You can customize the sound and it adapts to whaterever action you ar doing.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AlejandroC, thanks for sharing your great experience with the Sony - WF1000XM5! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the astonishing sound quality with High-Resolution Audio, and the ability to customize the sound to your liking. Thank you so much for choosing Sony and enjoy your new earbuds! Regards, -Dominick