Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/B
- SKU:
- 10947879
Rating by feature
- Sound Quality
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Connectivity
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers are pleased with the impeccable sound quality, exceptional comfort, and impressive battery life of these headphones. Users also frequently highlight the lightweight design, deep bass, and effective noise cancellation as standout features. While the product is highly regarded, some customers noted concerns regarding its portability, premium price point, and occasional connectivity issues. Overall, the feedback reflects a high level of satisfaction with the device's performance and build.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony xm5
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing sound and noise cancelling, comfortable fit.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RaphaelE, Thank you for giving the WH1000XM5 a perfect rating! We're glad you like the amazing sound, top notch noise canceling, and comfortable fit of these headphones. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
They are awesome
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are by far my second favorite headsets (AirPods Max is my favorite). The ANC is top notch and the sound is amazing
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi performa64, Great! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying your new headphones. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
The best value and quality headphone
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A great over the ear headphone that is comfortable, has good noise cancelling, and high quality sound. Mahalo Sony!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi 808shopper,
Awesome! We're happy to hear your enjoyable experience with the great sound quality, comfortable fit and noise canceling features with your new headphones. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best Headphones I’ve Used
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones! I originanly boguht them to try them out and to see if they were worth the big price, but let me say, every cent is worth it! Ive never used such premium sounding headphones that are worth the money! I love the fact they sound wonderful, the amazing noise counseling, and even the fact I can connect them to my gaming console with the cord that comes with them, and listen to my video games! Song is where it’s at!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Brandon, we're glad you love our industry-leading noise canceling headphones! The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
two thumbs up!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.very comfortable, great sound quality. noise cancellation is a bonus as well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JohnC, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH-1000XM5 headphones! These lightweight headphones are beautifully finished in newly developed soft fit leather. This material fits snugly around the head with less pressure on the ears while keeping out external sounds. Our noiseless design with stepless slider, seamless swivel and hanger, and silent joints, makes WH-1000XM5 a pleasure to wear. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best headphones
|Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] They have a great sound quality, theyre definitely the best over the hear headphone. When i was considering purchasing over the ear headphones i was considering both these and the airpod max, and for the sound quality & price point this was a much better purchase. The apps and adaptability features pushed me to purchase this over the airpod max.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BBfanyee, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new headphones! These lightweight headphones are beautifully finished in newly developed soft fit leather. This material fits snugly around the head with less pressure on the ears while keeping out external sounds. Our noiseless design with stepless slider, seamless swivel and hanger, and silent joints, makes WH-1000XM5 a pleasure to wear. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Weight
Super light
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are so light, easy to wear for long periods without hurting my ears or giving me a headache.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Rubyq,
That's good to hear! We're glad you like the lightweight design and comfortability of the headphones. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Hrad phone review.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are great. Easy to use and work wonderful.these do not hirt my ears like other headphones do.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello RochelleElder1,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're pleased to learn that you're enjoying the WH-1000XM5 headphones! It's great to hear they're easy to use, work wonderfully, and are comfortable to wear. Thanks for sharing your positive experience.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Weight
Worth The Money
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love this headphones. Has a lot of features. Has decent range. You can put your hand on the right side of the headphone for temporary talk to someone without having to remove your headphone from your head. And many other features. Very light. The only negative thing is the carrying case which is bulky and won't fit easy in a carry on luggage.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Sergio, We are thrilled to hear that you love your new Sony wireless noise canceling headphones. With our WH-1000XM5 headphones, you can enjoy magnificent sound quality which is engineered to perfection and have a battery life that can last up to 30 hours with quick charging (3 min charge for 3 hours of playback). With 8 total microphones, these headphones are our biggest step forward in noise canceling technology. For everyday convenience, just Speak-to-Chat and Quick Attention mode stop your music and let in ambient sound. We take all user input seriously and will make sure your comments reach the appropriate person. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Quality
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great Headphones!! The noise cancelling is absolutely insane.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the enthusiastic review, ElvinP!
We are absolutely thrilled to hear how much you love your WH-1000XM5! It is incredibly rewarding to know that you find the noise canceling to be "absolutely insane"—that's exactly what we aimed for when designing our industry-leading technology.
We're delighted that the XM5s are providing you with that peaceful, immersive listening experience!
Thank you again for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:ComfortCons mentioned:Price
You wont regret it.
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Much lighter and softer on the ears than over priced Apple Airpod Max.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Beemaa, we're glad you are enjoying our industry-leading noise canceling headphones. The WH1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Packs a punch
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are totally noise canceling, lasts up to about 12hours on a regular usage pattern.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MarkyMark, We're happy to hear that you are enjoying the noise canceling function and battery life. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Good hesdphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They’re really good quality. The sound from them is very clean and fluid. Comfortable in almost every situation.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .That's awesome, Alan! We're glad that you are enjoying your new headphones. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:ComfortCons mentioned:Volume
Worth it!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great comfortable fit! Wish they were just a touch louder.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KennethG, Thank you for the amazing feedback! We're glad you like the comfortable fit of your new Sony WH1000XM5. If you feel that the volume level is insufficient, please refer to this link to ensure optimal listening experience: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534511.html. Hope this helps and thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Soundproof
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.AMAZING quality and comfort. Gave as a birthday present and they loved it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TatianaK, Excellent choice! We're glad that they love your present. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
best headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love my sony head phones there s as good as my bose or even my Bowers and Wilkens which both cost alot more Use them connected to my tv great sound
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Posted .Hi Chuck,
Thanks for your feedback! It is most rewarding to hear that you're loving your WH-1000XM5 headphones! We're thrilled they're providing such great sound when connected to your TV and that they compare favorably to your other headphones.
Thanks for sharing your positive experience with Sony!
Best regards,
Stephanie
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony head set
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great fit sound is on point Bluetooth connection easy and quick
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RobertG, Thanks for leaving us such a great review on the WH-1000XM5! We are really delighted to hear you're satisfied with the incredible sound quality and overall fit of your WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones. Good to know you point out the easy Bluetooth pairing that is also noteworthy. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Nice
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.excellent item and sound with very light design...
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Posted .Hi ArmenS, We are happy that you like the sound quality and design of your Sony WH1000XM5 wireless noise canceling headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony! Enjoy! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Didn’t know they would be so GREAT!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought these for when on the plane so I can use noise cancellation and with bluetooth, however the sound is go great I use these now for when walking! LOVE THEM. (I also got a bluetooth transmitter so I can be wireless when watching a movie on the plane’screen.
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Posted .Hi bestbuycustomer, we're glad you love your new headphones! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
sony!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.great quality and very comfy! sound is perfect, picked these over apple not only because of price but also comfort!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Katrina, Amazing! We're glad that you like the quality, comfort and sound. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin