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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 2327 reviews

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    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 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.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Does It again

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

    These are incredible! Upgraded my QC 35 to these because only one side on the bose would work by itself. The noise cancelling is 2nd to none. The audio quality is amazing and they heard the reviews and made the buds smaller and the case. This was a home run by Sony.

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

      Hi Emoney,

      You made the right choice upgrading to the WF1000XM5! We're glad that you are enjoying the noise canceling function, sound quality, and size of the headphones. It's also great that you like the option to use any headset unit of the 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!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best ear buds

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

    The best ear buds you can buy. The noise cancelling is the best out there even better than my AirPods Pro 2.

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

      Hi DominicM,

      We are excited to hear you feel the Sony WF-1000XM5 are the best ear buds you can buy! We put a tremendous amount of research and technology into our Active Noise Cancelling, and your feedback that it's superior to other premium models is a fantastic testament to its performance. Thank you for your wonderful 5-star review and for trusting Sony!

      Regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Lack of a secure fit... exchanged

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought them then returned for Bose QCII's. I bought them originally for the longer battery life but the lack of a secure fit, being the only thing holding the headphones from dropping all the time and eventually breaking would be the ear tips. I don't prefer jamming them in my ear so the Bose have a more relaxed fit. Just my 2 cents I have an active job and maybe if someone is doing rigorous exercise to avoid. Maybe Sony will make ear-fins?

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

      Hi Bmar916, we're sorry to hear that you had returned your Sony unit. It is recommended to follow this link when wearing the unit and secure the fit:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000778771.html?search=wearing

      We have our Support team that is always happy to assist. You may email us anytime at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:

      We hope you consider Sony again. ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice!

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've had all of the generations. They always upgrade every year. Love them! Great for the gym.

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

      Hello RobertoA,

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      We couldn't be happier to hear that you've enjoyed each generation and appreciate the yearly upgrades. It's wonderful to know the WF1000XM5 earbuds are a great companion for your gym sessions. Thank you for your continued support and for sharing your experience with us!

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Fit

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Don't pick wrong pick these.

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

    Absolutely superb earbuds. Easily adjustable tips to fit most any ears.

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

      Hi Jacob,

      Very nice! We're glad to hear that you like the adjustable earbuds of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony and we hope you enjoy your headphones from here on out. Have a nice day!

      -David Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good enough

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This are very good earbuds, but not totally great. Getting a good seal not automatic, and mic picks up quite a bit of room noise.

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

      Hi Beammeeup, thank you for sharing your honest feedback! It is most rewarding to hear that you find the Sony - WF1000XM5 to be very good overall! With their industry-leading noise cancellation, rich sound quality, and intelligent adaptive features, they're built to elevate your listening experience. We also understand that getting the right fit can make a big difference, especially when it comes to noise isolation and call quality. If you haven't already, we highly recommend trying out the different sizes of ear tips included in the box, a proper seal not only improves comfort, but also enhances both noise cancellation and mic performance by reducing external interference. We appreciate your thoughts and thank you for choosing Sony! Best regards, -Dominick Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Gift

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

    These were a gift for my college kids and he loved them!

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

      Hi JodyMarcin,
      Thanks so much for the review! It brings us great joy to hear that your son is loving his new gift.

      The WF-1000XM5 are designed with high resolution audio and top tier noise canceling to block out distractions.

      Thank you for putting your trust in Sony!
      Best regards and a Happy New Year to you,
      Estefany Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Fit

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Over hyped!! But good.

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

    I have the WF-1000XM4s and they were great head phones. Then I got the WF-1000XM5s and though they are better to wear in the ears, the bone sensing feature os extremely annoying. When I'm on the treadmill or even chewing gum or doing something with my jaw the audio gets cut off because of the headphone having to adjust. This is extremely annoying! Its the one thing I regret about buying an upgrade?

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

      Hi Ref3129,

      Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the WF1000XM5. We're glad that you like the fit of the headphones. Your feedback about the Speak-to-Chat function is greatly appreciated. The Speak-to-Chat mode activates when the headset detects the speech of the person wearing the headset, but in rare cases, it may activate in response to vibrations caused by devices such as electric toothbrushes, electric massagers, and electric shavers, or by activities such as brushing your teeth, coughing, or humming. In cases where the Speak-to-Chat mode frequently activates by accident, set Speak-to-Chat to “L Sensitivity”. You can change the sensitivity by using the Sony Headphones Connect app. For more information, please refer to these links:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000781980.html
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000783877.html

      Hope this helps. In case you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

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

      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 Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use Earbuds

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good sounding ear buds. My only complaint is that they really don't stay snuggly put into your ears unless you really push them in.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony headphone

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

    Very nice headphones I recommend for everybody you can buy

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

      It is great to hear that you are so happy with your WF-1000XM5 headphones! We truly appreciate your high recommendation to others, and we are glad that the quality and performance have made such a positive impression on you.

      Thank you for making Sony part of your daily listening.

      Best regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very Happy

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

    Once I figured out how to put it in my ear correctly, it is comfortable and sounds amazing. Don't use the noise cancellation, but it does work very well.

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

      Hi TexasJim47,

      Awesome! We're happy to hear that you like the sound quality and comfortable design of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic sound compared to all

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

    Excellent sound compared to all over headphones on the market, my second pair first having the 3rd generation

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DaceM, fabulous! We're truly delighted to hear about your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality of your WF-1000XM5. Thank you so much for the 5 Star review and for choosing Sony! - Romeo Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Comfort no

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

    They were ok but for the money they need work especially in the comfort.

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

      Thank you for choosing Sony.

      We’re truly heartened to learn that you found the WF‑1000XM5 satisfactory overall, and we appreciate your honest feedback on comfort. Your input helps us improve future designs for a better fit and all‑day wear.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good.

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

    It takes a bit to find a true noise cancelling mode on the earbuds, but once you do they are very good.

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

      Hi John, That's awesome! We're very pleased to hear that you were able to find the most suitable noise cancelling configuration to perfectly suit your needs. 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Ear Buds

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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 cancelling for ear buds. The sounds is fantastic as well. Really enjoying these as they were replacements for my WF1000XM4's

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ChristopherD, Awesome upgrade! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying your new WF-1000XM5 earbuds! Thank you so much for the 5-star rating! -Carl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great earbuds fantastic noise canceling

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

    I bought these for when i was flying for about 4 hours .. i didnt want to bring my big headphones .. they were perfect .. GREAT noise canceling.. highly recommended

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

      Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback on the WF-1000XM5, EdwardH! We are delighted to hear that they were the perfect companion for your four-hour flight.

      We designed the WF-1000XM5 to deliver industry-leading noise cancellation in a compact, portable form factor, and it brings us great joy to know that this feature was a highlight of your experience. We are thrilled that you highly recommend them!

      Thank you again for choosing Sony.

      Best regards,

      Gus
      Sony Social Media Team Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Cons mentioned:
    App

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Sound Quality, Otherwise Garbage

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

    Sound quality is unrivaled. Nose cancellation is unrivaled. Doesn't matter when you essentially can't use them for phone calls. App on Android disappears so you have to search it in the app store to open it. Can't modify tap functions so if you try to adjust an earbud in a call you end up hanging up on the call. App is absolute trash and Sony should be ashamed.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Haystack, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We're glad you appreciate the great sound quality and noise canceling feature of the WF1000XM5. We're sorry to hear that you have an issue with the Headphone Connect app of your Sony unit. Please make sure the firmware of the app and earbuds are up to date. You can also uninstall/reinstall the app on your smartphone. Please try rebooting your smartphone. If possible, try the Headphone Connect app with another smartphone.

      You can also find this link helpful in troubleshooting issues on your earbuds:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000780014.html

      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:

      ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Fit

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Earbuds

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

    Very good they stay in your ears well while at work charging case isn't as good as the older versions tho

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TomM, Thank you for your feedback with the Sony WF1000XM5. We're very happy to hear you like the comfortable and stable fit of these earbuds. We value your input about the charging case and strive to continually improve our products to meet the expectations of our customers. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love Sony Earbuds

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

    When it comes to Earbuds, SONY its always my preference

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

      We feel privileged to know that Sony is always your top choice for earbuds! We are thrilled that the WF-1000XM5 continues that tradition for you. It’s wonderful that you can experience our industry-leading noise cancellation and the incredible detail provided by the Dynamic Driver X, which are both designed to deliver an unparalleled listening experience.

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      Regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Always SONY

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

    When it comes to Earbuds, SONY its always my preference

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

      Hi RamonO,
      Thank you for being a loyal fan of our earbuds!
      We are honored to hear that Sony is always your top choice. It’s great to know that we’ve earned your preference and that you’re happy with your latest pair.

      We appreciate you choosing Sony!
      Best regards,
      Estefany Sony_US