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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 2381 reviews

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  • Sound Quality

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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83%would recommend to a friend

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Customers love the sound quality of the product. They specifically highlight its great sound and impressive bass.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great fit!’

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

    Very comfortable!! Fits great. Ears aren’t sore after a long time of wearing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi ChadO,

      Fantastic! We are truly delighted to hear your satisfaction with the very comfortable fit 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 for choosing Sony!

      Best regards,

      Romeo Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Wf-1000xm5 Review

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

    Love the headphones execellent sound quality and connectivity

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi FABI, we're glad you love the sound quality and connectivity of our product. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony xm 4s

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

    Excellent service and convenience. The sound is actually bigger that it's size

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Thanks for commenting, CollinsMW!

      We are truly happy to know about your satisfaction with our product and superb customer service of Best Buy. For the WF-1000XM5, these headphones 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 sony-global

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    GOAT

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

    Best earbuds I have used the audio quality top tier. Way better than AirPods

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi JuanC,

      Awesome! You've made a great choice! We are truly delighted to hear your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth it.

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

    These things rip. Seriously killer. They aren't PPE, but are great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Thank you for sharing your fantastic review, TristanG!

      We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you find your WF-1000XM5 earbuds to be seriously killer and that "these things rip!"

      We are glad they are providing you with an outstanding audio experience. We also appreciate your note that while they are great, they are not intended as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

      Thank you again for choosing Sony!

      Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team sony-global

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Bose is better

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

    Bose is a better product. Noise canceling is better with bose. I tried all the ear pieces and non of them work. I would've returned them but the date passed as i was trying to navigate the ear pieces.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Dbesinaiz,

      Thank you for the review. We're sorry to hear if you're not satisfied with the noise canceling of the headphones. The noise canceling is fully adjustable using the app called Sony Headphones Connect. You can download the app and also adjust sound settings depending on your preference.

      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wf-1000xm5/software/00269130

      If you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

      Name:
      Best Buy Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      -David Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best earbud headphones.

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

    Best earbud headphones. These are smaller than the previous model and they fit much better.

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

      You made the right choice! We're glad that you like the size and fit 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

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    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony definitely the best sound quality

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

    Excellent quality sound and noise canceling, definitely Sony is the best.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      That's awesome, MariaP! 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Bluetooth earbuds

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

    Excellent noise cancellation/isolation and supporting LDAC

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

      Thank you for the purchase! We're glad to hear that you like the noise canceling of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony and enjoy your headphones!

      -David Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent bass!

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome bass sound! Excellent quality and would buy it again!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello JesseS,
      Thank you for your purchase and we are truly happy to hear that you are pleased with the bass and overall quality of our WF1000XM5. Can't wait to hear your next awesome review. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco Sony_US

  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    You can’t track these on I Phone!!!

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

    [Employee of bestbuy] Imagine buying a pair of $300 earbuds and not being able to track them? Because it only supports Android and you can’t track them on Find My.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ghostrobles, Thank you for your feedback regarding the WF-1000XM5! We understand your concern about the lack of tracking support for iOS devices. Currently, the WF-1000XM5 earbuds support tracking features primarily through Android devices. We appreciate your input and will consider it for future updates. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best sound

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

    Excellent sound quality worth the price and easy recharge.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MarkS, Thank you for the great review! We're thrilled to hear that you appreciate the excellent sound quality and quick charging of your Sony 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 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great sound and very easy to use I love them and recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Zone, we're glad you love the ease of use and sound quality of our product! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
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    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Headphones

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

    [Employee of bestbuy] Great product with great sound. Easy to set up too

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Next gen

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

    Doesnt get any better than these. Use with iphone and pretty seamless.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for the wonderful review, Spen!

      We're thrilled to hear that you feel it "doesn't get any better than these" when describing your WF-1000XM5 earbuds! It’s great to know that you are enjoying the premium audio quality.

      We also appreciate you noting that the connection and usability are "pretty seamless" even when paired with your iPhone. We work hard to ensure our products deliver an exceptional experience regardless of the device you use, and your feedback is a great validation of that effort.

      Thank you again for choosing Sony!

      Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team sony-global

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Really good

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

    [Employee of bestbuy] Really god sounding headphones prefer these more then AirPods

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      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 Sony_US

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    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Beautiful sound

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

    Noise cancelling is incredibly effective. Sound quality very impressive.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Sopaynefull, we're glad you like the noise canceling feature and sound quality of your new earbuds! 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. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great head phones just love them

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

    I love the sound quality! Iove the app that you can down load, the control

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi LarryC, we're glad you like the sound quality and the Headphone Connect app of our product! 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! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good all-round earbuds

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

    You get what you paid for, sound quality is not excellent but on par with its peers. Conversation quality is much better than previous generations.

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

      Thank you for your honest review! We're glad to hear you’re finding the WF-1000XM5 earbuds to be a good all-around choice, especially with the improved conversation quality. Your feedback on sound quality is appreciated, and we hope they continue to meet your needs. Enjoy your listening experience!

      Thank you for choosing Sony!
      -Maria Sony_US

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    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Buds

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

    These earbuds do an amazing job on call quality and blocking background noise.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Rojo, we're glad you like 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