Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WF1000XM5/S
- SKU:
- 10748214
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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good at Best for ME
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.For the price ($300.00) I was not overly impressed. The sound was good, but as I expected, the ANC was not great compared to the Sony WH1000XM4 (Over the Ear) headphones that I have. Finally, I returned these because I could just not get a great fit with any of the provided earbuds. Over time, they seemed to slip out of my ear canals. The earbuds never fell off, but the seal was not consistent. I much prefer the fit of my much cheaper PowerBeats Pro that hook over my ears. The Beats do not have ANC, but maybe I don't need that in my earbuds.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BioTeach23, Thank you for your review of the WF1000XM5. We appreciate your feedback and are sorry to hear that the product did not meet your expectations and it had to be returned.
Regarding the Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), it is true that the WF1000XM5, being in-ear earbuds, may not provide the same level of ANC as the over-ear WH1000XM4 headphones. Over-ear headphones generally offer better passive noise isolation due to their design, which can enhance the effectiveness of ANC.
We understand that fit and comfort are crucial for an enjoyable listening experience. The fit of earbuds can vary significantly from person to person, and it is unfortunate that the provided ear tips did not offer a secure fit for you.
We value your input and thank you for sharing your feedback. I hope you consider our Sony products in the future.
Regards,
Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony WF1000XM5 Review
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great noise cancelling and sound quality. The software app could use some work though.
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Posted .Hi JakobC,
We highly appreciate the feedback! We're so glad you're enjoying the noise cancelling feature and sound quality of the WF1000XM5. We'll pass your note about the app along to the team,
Thanks for choosing Sony.
-Aldair
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Connectivity
Annoying
||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.
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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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
sony buds
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.great earbuds that work excellent in noise cancelling
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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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Best earbuds hands down
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality is great and they are the moat comfortable earbuds I have ever owned.
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Posted .Hi AnthonyC, Thanks for the wonderful feedback! 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: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
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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: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.
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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
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good quality way better than apple headphones sound loader and longer lasting batteries
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Posted .Hi RICARDOC,
Thank you for your feedback! We are glad to hear you're enjoying the superior sound quality and battery life of your new WF-1000XM5 earbuds.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
Favorite Earbuds ever
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The earbuds are clear and crips and easy to insert and stay in place. I love my Sony earbuds!
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Posted .Awesome! You've made a great choice, Lucia!
We are truly delighted to hear your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality, very comfortable fit design, and superb 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 very much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Sony
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very good sound, I can only be unsatisfied with one, they are too slippery and you can drop when pulling out, besides, they sit very well in the ears and are comfortable
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Posted .Hi Marek, thank you for your great review! We're so glad to hear you're enjoying the excellent sound quality and the comfortable, secure fit of the Sony - WF1000XM5. We also appreciate you sharing your feedback about the earbuds feeling a bit slippery, we understand how important handling is, and will be sure to pass your comments along to our development team. Thank you for choosing Sony, and enjoy the music! Regards, - Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
Sony - WF1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent product!!!!!!!!!! The price, quality, comfort in the ears and sound are great,
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Posted .Hi Gedeco, awesome! We're glad you like the comfort and sound quality of our product! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Previously had the XM4 earbuds and loved them, although they were a bit bulky. I wasn't sure how they could be better, but the XM5 earbuds are vastly impoved for sound, call clarity and noise cancelling. I used these on a work call in my running diesel and another at a McDonald's with talking and loud music in the background and none of the noise was noticable by others on the calls.
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Posted .Hi Damon, we're glad you are enjoying your new earbuds! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Worth the buy
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony WF-1000XM5 True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds in Black deliver an exceptional audio experience with top-notch noise cancellation. The sleek design and comfortable fit make them perfect for extended use, and the touch controls add convenience. With impressive sound quality and effective noise reduction, these earbuds offer a premium listening experience that's worth the investment.
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Posted .Hi JasonA,
Thank you for the purchase! We're glad to hear that you like the noise canceling, comfortable design and sound quality of the headphones. We appreciate the 5-star rating and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Great sound!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Geat sound and fit. Also, my last pair lasted over 4 years of every day use.
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Posted .Hi KennethS,
Thank you so much for sharing your great experience with us! Glad to hear you are enjoying the amazing sound quality and comfortable fit of your WF1000XM5 earbuds. Your satisfaction means a lot to us. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
Sony WE1000XM5
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The fit is great, but the sound is amazing. The noise cancelling works well.
I would recommend this to a friend - 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.
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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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Thank you for letting us help assist you.
Sincerely,
Romeo
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- Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
Max
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These earbuds work very well. The sound is great and they work efficiently. Easy fit.
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Posted .Hi MaxG, Awesome! We are glad to hear that you are happy with the sound quality of your new WF1000XM5! 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
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
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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:Bass, Sound quality
Fantastic earbuds!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great earbuds with extremely clear audio and solid bass. The noise cancellation is surprisingly good! Love the case and the app is really easy to use.
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Posted .That's great to hear, PeteW! We're happy that you are impressed with the noise canceling feature of the earbuds. The WF-1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best truly wireless noise-cancelling performance on the market1. With a specially designed driver unit, for wide frequency production, deep bass and clear vocals, these headphones are designed to immerse you in a sound so good, it feels like you’re in the studio with your favorite artists. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Fit, Sound quality
Great
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The earbuds fit great, and the sound is amazing, especially the noise cancelation.
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Posted .Hi Will, Perfect! We're thrilled to hear you like the great fit, amazing sound quality, and top notch noise canceling feature of your Sony WF1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam