Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WF1000XM5/P
- SKU:
- 10864253
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
A gret pair of ear buds
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A gift for my son. He says they are wonderful and truly noise cancelling.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, Jloe!
We are so happy to hear that your gift was a hit! It’s wonderful to know that your son is enjoying the wonderful sound and finding the noise-canceling technology to be truly effective. We designed the WF-1000XM5 to provide an immersive, distraction-free experience, and it sounds like they are doing exactly that.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
HONEST opinion/comparison
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I'd had the Bose QC earbuds (2 years old) and one died so I tried new options - I thought the Sony would be a good direction - heard good things about sound and noise cancelling. I will admit that the sound was excellent, but noise cancelling was so-so. These have to be burrowed into your ear to work correctly, and (on me, at least) they kept working their way out. They never fell out, but I could tell the seal wasn't complete and it was an annoyance. I bought a pair of the new Bose QC Ultra, and they're MUCH better - ear seal is great and stays put. Sound is so similar I can't tell the difference between the Sony and Bose. Noise cancelling (if that's important to you) is a step-change better with Bose. The Sony earbuds were fine, but noise cancelling was lacking and having to fit them deep into my ear each time wasn't ideal. I'm returning the Sony and sticking with the new Bose.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi bbuyer,
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed review and comparison of the Sony WF-1000XM5 and the Bose QC Ultra earbuds. We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the exceptional sound quality of the WF-1000XM5. However, we regret to learn that the noise canceling feature did not meet your expectations.
Please note that the effectiveness of the WF-1000XM5's noise cancellation can be influenced by how well the earbuds fit and seal in your ears. It seems that a secure fit may have been a challenge for you, which could have affected the performance of the noise canceling feature. For assistance with optimizing the noise cancellation, we recommend checking out this helpful article:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00298372.
We understand that you have chosen to return the WF-1000XM5 in favor of the Bose QC Ultra, which you've found to offer a better fit and superior noise cancellation. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us, and it will play a crucial role in helping us enhance our products and services. We sincerely appreciate your input and hope you will consider Sony for your future purchases.
Best regards,
Romeo
Great for calls; not great for ANC and exercise
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great color; nice variety of ear tip sizes (I have small ears!). Call quality is excellent. I was looking to replace an old Jabra Active pair that I loved and alas, these aren’t as good— ANC isn’t as good; didn’t fit my ears as well as Jabra; case battery only really good for 1-2 full charges (I had to charge the case every other day, whereas the Jabra cases need recharging 1-2x/ week). I’m keeping these as my extra pair and ordered a pair of Jabras through a reseller
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your review, ShelleyG!
We're happy to hear you find the WF-1000XM5 earbuds have great color, a nice variety of ear tip sizes, and excellent call quality.
We're sorry to hear they didn't meet all of your needs, especially regarding the ANC, fit, and case battery life. We understand how important these features are, especially when upgrading from a pair you loved. We genuinely appreciate you sharing this valuable feedback with us, and we will certainly pass your comments on to our development team for future product improvements.
Thank you for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Quality sound, perfect fit
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Quality sound, and I have had many different buds including Bose, Beats, and JBls, everthing is perfect, except for getting them out of their case.. they also fit perfectly
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Metalatino, We're so happy to hear you're enjoying all the improvements we made of these earbuds headphones. Also, we are glad to know you appreciate the design and comfortably in your ears while keeping out external sounds. The slippery headsets can be easily removed from the case by simply tilting & lifting the headsets horizontally from the inside outward. ref: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000778771.html
Thank you for taking the time to write such an in-depth review of your experience with your WF-1000XM5! Enjoy! -Jess
Overall Decent
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The buds seal great against my ear so I hardly use the noise cancelling and the long battery life is a plus. I usually get about 7-8hrs at a low-medium volume with no noise cancellation/ pass through.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello M3tr0d0b3b00min,
We're delighted to hear that the earbuds seal well and that you appreciate the long battery life. It's fantastic that you are getting 7–8 hours of use at a low-medium volume without noise cancellation or pass-through. You can control the noise-cancelling settings via the touch sensor on the left earbud or through the Sony | Headphones Connect app, which allows you to toggle between noise-cancelling modes and ambient sound modes according to your preference. This feature could be particularly beneficial in noisy environments to enhance your listening experience. Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
-Fred
Best earbuds I've purchased
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best sound quality I have had with earbuds. Setup was easy, the buds are comfortable. I use them mostly in the gym and on runs and they stay out and are comfortable. They are pricey but worth it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KeithR,
You made the right choice with the Sony WF-1000XM5! We're glad that you like the sound quality, comfort, and user-friendly functions 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
Clear
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Nice headphones clear sound nice sound canceling and loud for the
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JoseA,
We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the volume, clarity, and industry-leading noise canceling on your new WF-1000XM5 earbuds!
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
Recommend
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I definitely love everything about these headphones but I found out that they get damaged from having the volume up all the way all the time and I didn't know that about Earbuds before just learned it from owning these but other than that I would definitely recommend these
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jakie23,
Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the WF1000XM5. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Your feedback is extremely important to us and is very much appreciated. The overall volume may vary depending on the source content. Using the headphones at max volume all the time may damage your eardrums. It is recommended to use the headphones with precautions.
Hope this helps. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
Love them
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These buds have been my gym companion for a long time now, I love the bass and the music clarity they have. To this day I think they are still better than the AirPods Pro 2. They have excellent noise cancelling Bass is a must and bass don’t disappoint And the clarity so very good, overall I love these and would recommend them.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JairC, Thank you for the positive review! We're glad you're enjoying the bass and music clarity, excellent noise canceling, and overall performance of your Sony WF1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Earbuds
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound and fit great. Use them mostly at the gym.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ChrisH, Awesome! We're glad to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality and the fit, especially during your workout sessions at the gym. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Clear as a Bell
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound great! Wonderful bass and nice noise reduction technology. But don’t stay in your ears very well when running.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello BestBuyer11,
Thank you for your feedback and we are happy that you are enjoying the awesome sound quality and noise canceling feature of our XM5. Try changing the rubber tip of the earbuds from the smallest to the largest size so you see which one will fit snugly into your ears. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
Great product
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing sound quality and they fit really well in your ear.easy setup as well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SamJ, Fantastic! We are thrilled that you are satisfied with the outstanding sound quality, effortless setup, and excellent fit of your WF-1000XM5. Thank you for your perfect five-star review and for choosing Sony! - Romeo
Very Good
|Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] Very portable, fits well different earbud size option included, amazing sound quality and NC
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Pzeus,
Thanks for taking the time to share your review! We feel privileged to know that you’re enjoying the fit and the clear sound of your new WF-1000XM5 earbuds.
We know how important comfort is for portable listening, so we're glad the different tip options helped you find that perfect seal for the noise cancellation.
We appreciate you choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
Excellent noise cancelling earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best wirless earbuds, nice ear tip selection, and the noise cancelling is among the best!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello GusBus,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're elated to hear that you’re enjoying the WF-1000XM5 earbuds. It’s wonderful to know the ear tip selection and noise cancelling have made a positive impact on your listening experience. Your feedback encourages us to keep delivering exceptional audio products.
Best regards,
-Fred
One of the best
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Nice battery life good sound a little bit big for my ear, still comfortable, noise cancelling ok
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GerardD,
Thanks for commenting! We're extremely pleased to hear about your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality, very comfortable fit design, long-lasting battery life, and exceptional noise canceling feature of your WF-1000XM5. Thank you very much for your purchase and for choosing the best brand, Sony!
Best regards,
Romeo
Satisfied gift giver
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This item was purchased as a gift, and the recipient loved it. They previously had the XM4, and is happy that the XM5 is much smaller and love the sound quality.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi S767, we're glad you are happy with your new earbuds! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Sound and battery life is amazing
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these earbuds. I had a black pair but lost them at work. I almost switched over to the the galaxy buds pro. After a lot of research and readind reviews, i couldnt make the switch the xm5's are just a better fit for me.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello MauriceG,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It's rewarding to hear that your WF-1000XM5 earbuds are such a favorite for you! We're glad that, despite losing your previous pair and looking into other options, you found our model continues to be the best choice. We trust that you will enjoy your new headphones for many years to come!
Best regards,
-Fred
Sony WF1000XM5 earbuds
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love them comforable to wear sound quality is good once sync to phone for the first time they automatically connect once taken out of the box
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ChristinaP, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WF-1000XM5! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
Great sound, uncomfortable fit
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound was honestly amazing! But the noise canceling and comfort of the headphones made them 3-4 stars to me. The headphones were very uncomfortable to wear after a long periods of time or if you fall asleep on them (like on a plane). Compared to the AirPods they AirPods for me have a better fit and noise canceling. For sound though it definitely goes to the Sony. It may be because I have smaller ears so the more average ear may have better luck with fit and noise canceling.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Carolina, Thanks for the feedback! We're glad that you like the sound quality. We recommend trying different ear tip sizes and experimenting with the positioning to achieve a snug fit. 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 follow this link for more details:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000781968.html
Hope this helps. Thanks and regards, -Craig
Amazing headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I consider myself an audio file. I spend a lot of money on audio. I was very skeptical about buying these headphones. Typically I buy beats / Apple products Just because they pair well and are easy to use But don’t always have the best sound. I did a lot of research on these headphones and read a lot of good reviews and gave them a shot. Now that I’ve had them for a few weeks, they are my headphones and I think they are absolutely amazing and worth every penny I spent. They’re very easy to set up. The equalizer is very easy to use.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Starns1,
You made the right choice! We're glad that you like the sound quality of your new Sony headphones. We appreciate the 5-star rating and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David