Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WF1000XM5/S
- SKU:
- 6546811
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 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.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Headphones
|Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product with great sound. Easy to set up too
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RonaldJ,
Thank you so much for your positive feedback! Nice to hear that you are having a great time with the superb sound quality and easy setup of your Sony XM5 earbuds. Your satisfaction means a lot to us. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had the xm4 prior. This is a solid upgrade so far.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you very much for upgrading to the WF-1000XM5, Richard!
We are thrilled to know that it meets your expectations. 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 trusting Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Long term use ruins transparency/ANC
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.After two exchanges (three pairs of XM5 total) I'm hoping to go back and exchange them to get a different brand of earbuds entirely. I don't know what about my daily use case is that does this, but I have repeatedly gotten a loud white noise after a couple months of use that destroys the quality of transparency and ANC. This is NOT the white noise that might typically come from ANC. This is almost like heavy rain, or a loud rumbling coming from one of the buds that completely ruins the listening experience. It appears all the sudden in one fell swoop and then will not go away. While I do truly enjoy the sound quality and user experience, and all the bells and whistles, I cannot accept these long term issues.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hey JedediahB, thanks for your review!
That sounds odd, if the issue keeps happening even after replacing the headphones many times, that may mean we have a special issue going on here.
We have some steps you might check on the links below:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00273844
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00298368
If after checking those steps the issue persist, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Issue:
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So we can provide you personalized assistance.
Our apologies for the issue, we'll do our best to assist you with it.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Gus
Returned
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These were OK. They didnt grip in my ear very well, and I did not like the smooth finish on the buds. Noise cancelling and audio quality was OK, but did not adequately block out the construction noises I work around.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NikolasB, thank you for giving the Sony - WF1000XM5 a try and for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear they didn't provide the fit and noise cancellation you were hoping for, especially in a challenging environment like a construction zone. Your comments about the grip and finish are appreciated and will be shared with our product team as we continue to improve comfort and performance. We're glad you found the audio quality decent, and we hope to have the opportunity to earn your trust back in the future. Thank you for considering Sony! Best regards, -Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Earbuds are excellent
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best earbuds ever hands down the sound quality is amazing.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JustinB, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. 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 WF1000XM5 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! ~Earl
Sony earbuds.
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are very adorable noise resistant and water resistant to I love these. and I recommend these to other people. A very good quality.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Sunshine, Thanks for sharing your review! We're happy to hear that you love your Sony XM5 earbuds and appreciate their cancelling feature, water resistance, and quality. Thank you for recommending and choosing Sony! Enjoy! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are not as expected. After spending sometime with them I returned them. Although the speaker and sound are the best. But in my opinion, at least the ones I owned the software had issues
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Charlie, we're sorry to hear that you had returned your Sony unit. It is recommended to keep the software of the earbuds updated. You may check this link for more information:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wf-1000xm5/software/00296561
We have our Support team that is always happy to assist. You may email us anytime at socialsupport@am.sony.com
Hope you consider Sony again. ~Earl
Best Earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones. Perfect for long runs and workouts
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, TonyQ,
Thanks for the review and the 5-stars rating! We are delighted to hear how much you are loving your Sony Earbuds! It is great to hear how they have met your needs so well, and of course, you will enjoy amazing Noise Cancelling feature and Incredible Sound quality!
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a fantastic day!
-DiegoV
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best Buds
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Outstanding product, sound like no other! Highly recommend!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Quality,
Fantastic! We are so happy to know your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality 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 recommending our WF-1000XM5 and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Connecting in case
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound is fantastic and the app is easy to use. However, I had to return them because they were constantly connecting to my phone even when in the case with the lid closed. Very frustrating.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Derick,
We're glad that you like the sound quality and dedicated app (Sony Headphones Connect) of the headphones. It's unfortunate that you had connectivity issue with the earbuds. For optimum performance, it is recommended to install the latest software version of the headphones (via the Sony app). Both earbuds must 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 the issue.
Thanks again for sharing your review and we hope you will consider Sony for your future purchases.
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Really good
|Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Really god sounding headphones prefer these more then AirPods
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Posted .Hi JacobG,
You made the right choice with the Sony WF-1000XM5! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the 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
Review
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.really good but i will say its easy to lose them and hard to locate them using the app.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BrianF,
Thanks for the 5-star rating! We couldn't be happier to hear that you're enjoying the XM5 headphones. We understand how frustrating it can be to misplace them, while the app offers a location feature, it does have limitations depending on the last connection. We'll pass your comment along to the team as we're always working to improve the user experience.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
-Eliab
Very Good
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best all round buds under $400.00 Superior to the new Technics.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AKAudioVibe,
Thanks for the review and the 5-stars rating! We are delighted to hear how much you love your Sony Earbuds and their amazing Sound quality and Noise Cancelling feature! We appreciate the preference and we hope you can continue to enjoy listening to your favorite tunes without interruptions. Do not forget to download the Sony Sound Connect app to enhance the experience!
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a wonderful day!
-DiegoV
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Joyful
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sony earbuds is amazing every day of listening is incredible
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DaoudazanaO, we're glad you are enjoying our product. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony earbuds
|Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best earbuds by Sony. Great upgrade from the previous generation
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Itama, We're very happy to hear this feedback! Glad you're satisfied with your purchase. 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! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best wireless earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are a nice upgrade over the already excellent WF1000XM4s.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Elias,
You made the right choice! 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:Comfort
Perfect and comfortable
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They are perfect for work or videos comfortable and reliable
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Awesome, Raul! We're very pleased to hear you like the excellent sound quality of your new 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! -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
The best earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones I wouldn’t use anything else.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thanks for commenting, Chappy!
We are truly happy to know that you love 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
Really good
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best sound quality and active noise cancelation on the market
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Isaac,
Great! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the sound quality and noise canceling function 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
Crisp clear sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality excellent, connectivity ease amazing.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi nevergotgame,
Fantastic! You've made a great choice! We are very happy to hear your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality and ease of connectivity 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