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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 2214 reviews

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  • 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

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83%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers often highlight the exceptional sound quality, comfort, and long battery life of the WF1000XM5 earbuds. They appreciate the improved noise cancellation and sleek design. However, some users express concerns about the high price, occasional connectivity issues, and the durability of the ear tips.

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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Solid earbuds

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Will not be total noise cancelling but very good earbud nonetheless. Like the app to set up the pods and control sound settings. Adaptive sound control is great as well and will let ambient noises around you in. When I’m on a moving vehicle and resting my head agains the vehicle frame all noise comes in through the earbuds, think the vibrations disrupts the adaptive sound control

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KelsM, we're glad you are enjoying our product. We understand your concern regarding the noise canceling feature of your Sony unit. If the noise canceling effects are not sufficient, please follow this link:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000780044.html?search=noise%20canceling%20

      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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic sound and anc

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The sound is great and easy to use. Fit is not the best though feels like they'll fall off while exercising.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Raba, we're glad you like the ease of use and sound quality of our product. We understand your feedback regarding the fit of your Sony unit. 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 check this link for more details:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000781968.html?search=fit

      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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very comfy and overall better than xm4

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Better than the xm4 besides distance from phone. Very comfy compared to the xm4

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi HopingToWin, we're glad you like our product! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best wireless earbuds

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best ear buds around, best sound quality and noise cancellation.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DeanS, Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're glad you like your new earphones. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great earbuds

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great earbuds! Clear sound with a good range of highs and lows. The noise canceling is excellent.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello JaneanA,
      Perfect! Thank you for sharing your listening experience with our XM5 Earbuds. We are truly delighted to hear that you appreciate the audio quality and noise canceling capability of the earbuds. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Buds

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It has excellent Audio, and a great microphone. I am not quite sure how I feel about the foam tips but they are comfortable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TylerC,

      Fantastic! We're extremely pleased to know that you are satisfied with the amazing sound & call quality, very comfortable fit, 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 very much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Work great!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Lost my first pair so i ended up getting another pair. Great sound and very user friendly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Don17,

      Thank you for the 5-star rating and we're glad to hear that you like the sound quality of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony and enjoy your headphones!

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    These are great! The sound quality is amazing as well as all the features!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Harry, We are glad to hear that you are happy with the sound quality of your new WF-1000XM5! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Buy it

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The best air bud ive had thus far i strongly recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi GREAT, You've made an excellent choice! We're so thrilled to hear you feel the WF-1000XM5 is the best sounding earbud headphones you've ever owned and you are enjoying all the wonderful technologies that make the WF-1000XM5 so versatile. We really appreciate the recommendation. Thank you for giving the product a perfect rating and for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great earbuds

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    These are great to use while writing a bus. They dont fall out of my ear and my music sounds really great. 

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Cynthia,
      Thank you for such a great review! Glad to hear you like the comfortable fit and amazing sound quality of your WF1000XM5 earbuds. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good buy

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good quality ear buds. Definitely an improvement from the previous generation.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi SergioC, fantastic! You've certainly made a great choice! We are extremely pleased that it suits your expectations. Thank you very much for sharing your excellent experience with your WF1000XM5 and for choosing Sony! - Romeo Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great purchase

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I really love these earbuds. I love that the connect to more than one device at a time and the battery life is phenomenal!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi crussell, we're glad you love 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_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Ok earbuds

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sound great but are hard to decipher everything about how they work. Did not work with my Samsung phone when on a video call.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Trixie,

      Thank you for sharing your review of the WF-1000XM5 earbuds. We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoy the exceptional sound quality. However, we understand that you encountered some challenges with their functionality, particularly during video calls on your Samsung phone.

      To resolve the video call issue, it's essential to ensure that the appropriate Bluetooth profiles are being utilized. The Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) is designed for music playback, while the Hands-free Profile (HFP) and Headset Profile (HSP) are meant for voice calls. If your earbuds are connected via the A2DP profile, you may experience difficulties during voice calls. Please make sure to select either the HFP or HSP profile when using the earbuds for video calls.

      Additionally, check the audio settings in your video calling app to confirm that the earbuds are set as the audio input and output device. If the issue continues, consider restarting your phone, resetting the earbuds, or trying a different video calling app to determine whether the problem lies with the earbuds, the app, or the phone itself.

      If the issue persists, we recommend reviewing the following articles for further troubleshooting:
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000779964.html
      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00298371

      If the problem continues or if you need further information or technical support, please do not hesitate to email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com. Kindly include the following details so we can assist you more effectively:

      - Name:
      - Username:
      - Model Number:
      - Description of the Issue:
      - Telephone Number:

      Sony also has just the ticket! Reach out to our new Product Enthusiast. They are Sony fans, just like you, who can help you troubleshoot/setup your headphones issue. Connect with them on the link below, just click on Chat with an Enthusiast.
      https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones

      I hope this helps!


      Best regards,

      Romeo
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good product high price point.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good improvement on older model (more comfortable, better battery life)

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Odekain, Thank you for sharing your positive experience with your new Sony WF1000XM5! We're so glad to hear that you like the comfortable fit and excellent battery life of your WF1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great sound on Android if you have an iPhone you suck keep your Apple crap

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Dyel92, Awesome! We're glad to hear you like the great sound quality of your new Sony WF1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for working out

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Noise canceling on them is amazing! Also the app has plenty of settings where you can tune the headphones to your liking!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi fatoh, we're glad you are enjoying our industry-leading noise canceling headphones. 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 choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Stay in ear

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love that they stay in my ear. They block out noise really well, I use these for them gym for back ups for my over the ear x5

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Victoria,

      Perfect! We're thrilled that you like the fit 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good, but not worth the money.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good, but not worth the money. Sound is good but noise cancellation is below average. My wife’s AirPod pros are better.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Awall, Thanks for sharing your experience with the Sony XM5 Wireless earbuds. We're sad to hear that you are not fully impressed with the noise canceling feature. To help improve the noise canceling feature, kindly check the steps in the article below : https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000780044.html

      Hope this helps. Thanks and regards, -Craig Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    One of the best ear phone available

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sound quality is top. My only complaint would be some time over call microphone doesn't work as good as airpods pro

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KillerBee, we're glad you like our product. We understand your feedback regarding the mic of your Sony unit. Please follow this link to when dealer with phone call issues:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000779964.html?search=call

      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:

      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 so much for your purchase and for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not worth it

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A decent pair of earphones, but not worth the price. The noise cancelling feature isnt that great either. I can still hear people and machines at the gym. I previously had the Sony Link S earbuds & they do a much better job than these and they fit in your ears more comfortably compared to the M5’s. The M’5 lack overall volume limit, bass, bulkier in desgin & high price point for the quality. Save your time and hassle of wanting to return them lol

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Andre, Thank you for your honest review. We would like to ensure that you get the best out of your Sony earbuds. May we contact you to help? 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.

      Full Name:
      Username:
      Telephone Number:
      Model Number:
      Issue:

      Regards,
      Carl Sony_US