Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WF1000XM5/P
- SKU:
- 10888140
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
Major issues despite decent quality sound
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality is good. The ANC is good. But the technical issues are hard to ignore. The battery for each bud will drain at different rates. The playback cuts out randomly for a second or more sometimes, especially when moving. I had battery issues with the WF 1000XM4’s and got a full refund. When I ran into similar issues with this unit, Sony only offered me a replacement. If you have an iPhone, just get AirPod Pros. I am so disappointed with these that it made me consider returning my WH 1000 XM4s so I can escape Sony’s ecosystem, but I will hold off on that while they still work. For this price point, Sony should have done better.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi EliLangley,
Thanks for commenting. While we're glad that you're satisfied with the amazing sound quality and exceptional noise canceling feature of your WF-1000XM5, we're really sorry if you're experiencing some issues. This is certainly not the news we'd like to hear from. We greatly appreciate your feedback. At Sony, we are always looking to improve our product quality and features.
If there's something we can do to help or you may 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:
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We value you, and thank you for choosing Sony.
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Romeo
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Not for Apple users
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I tried several different brands which include Bose, Sony, Apple, Jabra… I was looking forward to the Sony’s, but I felt they fell short. NC auto on/off switching gets a bit annoying (cough, sneeze, yawn, etc. triggers it). Noise cancellation could be better (I feel the iPod Pro’s did a better job). I even switched out the ear tips for some Comfy foam ones (did the same for the iPod Pro’s). Didn’t help. Thought maybe it’s something else, until I took a flight and thought the NC wasn’t turned on (it was). Sound wise, I do enjoy a bit more bass than the Apple’s. A nice part is, I’m able to sleep better with these than the Apple ones. I think the stem hits the pillows. Getting them out of the case is sketchy as it feels like you could drop them (they seem more slippery due to the gloss surface). Pretty slippery when trying to get them out versus the Apple, Bose or Jabra. Changing the volume by clicking 4 times is basically useless. One last thing, you have to ensure the earbuds seat completely in the case, or it won’t charge. So, even though it’s magnetic I still have to add slight pressure until the light starts blinking.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great sounding & comfortable!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best fitting earbuds that I’ve tried! Great sound and the active noise canceling is superb!
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Posted .Hi Raven,
Fantastic! We are truly delighted to hear about your satisfaction with the very comfortable fit design, exceptional sound, and industry-leading noise canceling feature of your WF-1000XM5. Thank you very much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
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!
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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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Buds battery uneven
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound is great, IMO better than WH1000XM6. Noise cancelling is insane. But just like the 4th gen I fear, one of the buds is already not aligning on battery life (10% difference) and likely going to go out rather soon. For the price, I want it to last at least 2 years....
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Edward,
Thanks for your feedback. We're glad to hear that you're so impressed with the sound quality and noise cancellation of the WF-1000XM5 earbuds, especially since you've used previous generations. It's a key feature that the HD Noise Canceling Processor QN2e works together with the Integrated Processor V2 to deliver our best-ever noise cancellation, which is what gives you that "insane" experience you mentioned.
We're sorry to hear about your concerns regarding the battery life disparity between the two earbuds. We understand your frustration, and we want you to have a product that lasts as long as you expect it to. We would recommend trying a "calibration" of the battery by fully discharging and then recharging the earbuds a few times. If the issue persists, please reach out to our customer support team at: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a nice day.
DiegoV
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
These work very well
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These sound great and offer nice noise cancelation. They are also noticeably smaller than others.
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Posted .Hi mhjmi,
Fabulous! We are truly delighted to know about your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality, exceptional noise canceling function, and smaller design 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:Sound quality
Sony MX4
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This blocked out all of the noises incredibly zero sounds on noise cancellation
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Posted .Hi Apple,
Thank you for your 5-star review of the WF1000XM5 headphones! We are thrilled to hear that the noise canceling feature has been so incredibly effective for you.
The Integrated Processor V2 and HD Noise Canceling Processor QN2e work in tandem with the six microphones to deliver what we believe is our best-ever noise-cancellation performance, and it's fantastic to know you're experiencing that difference. The goal is to provide a truly immersive and distraction-free listening experience, so your feedback is exactly what we love to hear.
Thanks for choosing Sony, have an amazing day!
DiegoV
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Only ear buds i genuinely like!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound and noise cancelling! Battery life is far superior than the other ear buds i have (Samsung earbuds pro)
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Posted .Hi EnriqueH,
Amazing! We're glad that you like the sound quality, noise canceling function, and battery life 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
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
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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Earbuds
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love these one of my favorite earbuds sounds amazing!
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Posted .Hello there,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It brings us great joy to hear that you love the WF-1000XM5 earbuds and regard them as one of your favorites! We're delighted that the sound quality is amazing for you. Thank you for sharing your enthusiasm!
Best regards,
-Fred
Sony Earbuds
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This product has amazing noise cancelling and great comfort.
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Posted .Thank you for your fantastic review, AndreiC!
We are so pleased to hear that you are impressed with the amazing noise canceling and great comfort of your WF-1000XM5 earbuds. We designed them to provide a distraction-free listening experience with a secure and comfortable fit, so it's rewarding to know we got it right.
Thank you again for choosing Sony and for sharing your experience.
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Clean, crisp, quality sounding blue tooth rear buds. I would recommend to anyone
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Posted .Hi DanielD,
Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review of the WF-1000XM5 earbuds! We're thrilled to hear that you find the sound quality to be clean, crisp, and high-quality, and that you would recommend them to others. A key feature of these earbuds is our Integrated Processor V2, which delivers exceptional audio quality and industry-leading noise cancellation, so we're glad you're enjoying the rich, clear sound.
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a fantastic day!
DiegoV
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They are really good for noise cancellation doesnt fall outta your ears
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Posted .Hi Dylan!
It is fantastic to know that the noise cancellation and secure fit of your WF-1000XM5 are working well for you.
The WF-1000XM5 features Speak-to-Chat technology, which automatically pauses your music as soon as you start a conversation so you can talk without taking them out. Plus, you can enjoy the convenience of Multipoint Connection, allowing you to pair with two Bluetooth devices at once and switch between them seamlessly.
We really appreciate you choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
One of the best
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are one of the best earbuds if not the best for noise counseling... the sound quality is great too...my only problem is if you move your head too fast it gives like a distortion sound when listening to music. That to me is a little irritating... but other than that these are superb earbuds if you can look past that problem
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Posted .Hi DanielL,
Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the WF1000XM5. We're glad that you like the noise canceling function and sound quality of the headphones. Your feedback about the distorted sound is greatly appreciated. For optimum performance, make sure that the software version of the headphones is up-to-date (via the Sony Headphones Connect app). You may also refer to the troubleshooting steps on this link to help resolve the issue:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00298368
Hope this helps. If still not resolved or you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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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
- Pros mentioned: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:Sound quality
Nice product
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product, excellent quality, I recommend it to everyone
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Posted .Hello RODRIGOC,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're elated to hear that the WF1000XM5 earbuds deliver excellent quality. Thank you so much for recommending them to everyone. Your positive feedback means a lot to us!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned: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
- Pros mentioned: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.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
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