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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 2332 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

  • Battery Life

    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

Customers are saying

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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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Could be better

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

    Headphones were good, but the sounds need more power for the price its at. I returned and went back to my status pro earbuds. Wanted an upgrade but nothings in comparison.

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

      Hello DameanB,

      Thank you for sharing your comments on the sound quality of the WF1000XM5. We sincerely value your feedback, as it plays a vital role in helping us improve our products. We regret that the audio experience did not fulfill your expectations. Please be assured that we will take your feedback into consideration as we continue to improve our products.

      Thank you for choosing Sony.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing product Have to buy

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing noise canceling and doesn’t irritate the ear when wearing them.

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

      Hi LandoGoBrazy, Thank you so much for choosing and purchasing Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbud Headphones. We're very happy to know that you love the excellent noise cancellation and they feel very comfortable when you're wearing these earbud headphones. Thank you for giving the product a perfect rating! -Jess Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Definitely water resistant

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Well, I almost never write a review when something works like it advertises but; these just survived a trip thru the washing machine and work like day 1. Just a little spot drying and all good. Though if you're smaller of stature these may be too big for your ear lobes to stay in.

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

      Hi ScottC,

      That's quite a feat! While the WF-1000XM5s are water resistant, they're not waterproof. In the future, it's important to be cautious when handling your earbuds near water sources. We do have good information on how to care for the headphones here:

      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wf-1000xm5/articles/00249895

      It's wonderful to hear you are enjoying the excellent sound quality and overall features of these earbud headphones. Thank you for sharing your feedback and for choosing Sony! -Jess 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
      Posted .

      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:
    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
      Posted .

      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

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best earbuds i’ve gotten

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

    Best earbuds i’ve used, get purchase as well as gift. i love em. only issue is obviously can’t pair with find my on iphone but other than that it’s the best of course

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

      Hi IzzyR, Thank you for the positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you find the the best earbuds you've used. We're sorry to learn about the pairing issue that you're having. Please follow the troubleshooting steps on this link to resolve the issue: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000780045.html

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

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

      Hope this helps and thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam 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:
    Comfort

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Hands down, my favorite.

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

    It was between these and the Sennheiser Momentums. Very close. Love them both but these felt more comfortable.

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

      Hey dMenace,

      Fantastic! You've definitely made a great choice! We are truly happy to know your satisfaction with the very comfortable fit design 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 you very much for sharing your awesome experience and for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Cons mentioned:
    Connectivity

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Ear buds review

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

    These aren't bad, but I still prefer my regular Sony headphones. They seem to have hardtime staying in my ears and the Bluetooth has a tendency to cut out when listening.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ALewis, Thank you for sharing your feedback on your Sony WF1000XM5. We're sorry to hear that you're experiencing issues with the fit and Bluetooth connectivity. The fit of earbuds can vary greatly depending on the shape of your ears, and we recommend trying the different sizes of ear tips included with your WF1000XM5 to find the best fit. We also recommend following the guidelines on this link to ensure optimal fit: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wf-1000xm5/articles/00262839


      As for the Bluetooth connectivity, please ensure that your device's firmware is up to date and that there are no obstructions or interference between your earbuds and the connected device. You can also switch the sound quality mode to Prioritize Stable Connection. For additional troubleshooting steps, please refer to this link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000779959.html

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

      Name:
      Username:
      Model Number:
      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

      Regards,
      Sam 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

    Best in the market.

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

    These wireless earbuds sound incredible. I compared the Bose, JBL and these has the best sound overall.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Dave2019, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    sweet sounds!

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

    Good fit, great sound, and noise cancelling works great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      That's awesome, poppag! Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great 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.

    Amazing ear buds. Great sound quality and noise cancelling

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

      We are absolutely delighted to hear that you find your WF-1000XM5 earbuds to be "Amazing"! It's incredibly rewarding to know that you are thoroughly enjoying both the great sound quality and the powerful noise canceling features.

      We engineered the XM5s to deliver a truly immersive, distraction-free audio experience, and your feedback is a wonderful validation of that effort.

      Thank you again for choosing Sony!

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    HQ. Sound

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

    Exceptional sound quality. Cristal Clear enjoyable if all day used. Go for them before they ran out of stock.

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

      Fabulous! 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 recommending our WF-1000XM5!

      Best regards,

      Romeo 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 3 out of 5 stars

    Lose Fit

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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.

    Amazing features along with noise cancelling;but at the gym they tend to loosen up alot for me,wing tips woild of made them perfect for my use. Only reason im giving them 3 stars, besides that the App and all the features are amazing . I just just have time to be woried about one falling out at the gym for the price. Will be sticking with my Bose q2

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Nazgul,

      Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the WF1000XM5. We're glad that you like the noise canceling function and dedicated app (Sony Headphones Connect) of the headphones. Your feedback about its fit is greatly appreciated.

      For optimum fit and comfort, make sure that you are wearing the headphones properly. 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. The Sony Headphones Connect app will help you to determine which earbud tips suit you best to achieve the optimal noise canceling effect, sound quality, etc. Wear the headset so that the earbud tip is comfortably situated as deep in the ear canal as possible.

      For more information, please refer to this link:
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000778771.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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    SONY has done it again

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

    Love them. Battery life and mic sound quality is what mattered to me seeing i work in a manufacturing plant.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi BEAR0415,

      Fabulous! We are so happy to hear that you love your WF-1000XM5, and that you are satisfied with its long-lasting battery life, exceptional microphone & sound quality, and superb performance. 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 the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Yup, go ahead!

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

    Just that littlest bit better than the last gen! A worth upgrade, or add anyway to your earbud collection.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Just1guy, We're very grateful for this positive feedback! Good to know you've made the upgrade. 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! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great quality product

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

    Best earphones I ever had, excelente battery life, good sound over all great quality. Will buy them again.

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

      Thanks for commenting! We are very happy to hear your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality, long-lasting battery life, 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 you very much for your purchase and for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great value and quality

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

    A present to my son, replacing older Sony earbuds that broke. Excellent sound quality, easy to use. Perfect replacement.

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

      We regret to hear about what happened to the other Sony headphones. You made the right choice upgrading to the Sony WF-1000XM5! We're glad that your son is enjoying the sound quality 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 Sony_US