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 praise the impeccable sound quality, exceptional comfort, and amazing battery life of the product. They also appreciate its lightweight design, good bass, snug fit, and decent active noise cancellation. However, some customers have noted concerns regarding its portability, price, and occasional connectivity issues. A few also wished for louder volume and water resistance.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Awesome headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent noise canceling headphones . Fit Excellent Deep bass sound Bought 2
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Posted .Hi Blondie, Amazing! 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. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Better headset I ve hear
|Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] Confort excellent, audio quality best top on market + 360 audio + app can u see the batt able o disable features on it, batt the top on market 30hrs wow is so high I ve been used since I bought they are excellent the better features is the anc is amazing recently I travel to another country while I on plane I can’t hear any noise from engine plane it was unbelievable, really I recommend it
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LorenzoS,
Amazing! We're glad that you like the comfort, sound quality, app functions, battery life, and noise canceling function 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!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Very comfortable
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I can’t stress enough how light these feel and the sound quality is pretty good. EQ definitely helps getting them to your liking
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Posted .Thank you for the excellent review, 510sm!
We are so pleased to hear that you are enjoying the WH-1000XM5 headphones! It's rewarding to know that you appreciate the lightweight design, which is crucial for long-term comfort, and that you find the sound quality to be a great fit for your listening.
We agree that the ability to customize the audio is a powerful feature! We're glad you're using the Equalizer (EQ) within the Sony Headphones Connect app to perfectly dial in the sound to your personal liking.
Thanks again for choosing the WH-1000XM5 and for sharing your experience!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Amazing Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The headphones work amazing ! Extremely comfortable. The noise canceling works amazing.
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Posted .Thank you for your fantastic review, Alb500!
We are thrilled to hear that you find the WH-1000XM5 headphones work amazing! We put a great deal of effort into both the comfort and the performance, so your feedback on the extremely comfortable fit and the amazing noise canceling is truly rewarding. We're glad they are delivering the premium listening experience you expect.
Thank you again for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Best over-the-ear headphones to exist
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love everything about it. Only complaint is that it isnt completely sweat proof. However, i hit the gym 3-5x a week with low-medium sweat, and i havent had any issues. Every now and then, i pat dry the ear muffs in the bathroom but thats worth the little effort needed to sustain these bad boys. Mic quality is phenomenal. Battery life is great. Features including ANC are unique and very useful for day-to-day users. 10/10 purchase.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AlexanderNabua, We're glad that you are enjoying your new headphones. Sony takes into consideration all feedback to improve the performance and quality of our products and services. We're always looking to make Sony better. We appreciate your time sharing this feedback. 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
These are so nice
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are so comfortable, they are actually uncomfortable. I forget they are on at times. The noise cancelling is so effective that when I turn them off, it sounds like construction is going on outside my home until I realize that this noise is the noise I listen to all day long. These are worth every penny! The sales person who helped me in the store was so friendly, helpful, and wore a mask to protect the both of us. She made me want to buy even more. Thanks for the great customer service!
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Posted .Hi BillK,
Wow! Thank you for sharing your great shopping experience. We're happy to know that your new WH1000XM5 headphones suits your needs and expectations. Nice to know you like the comfortable fit, light weight and noise canceling features of the unit. 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
Great Noise-Cancelling Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I wanted something with good noise cancelling while mowing my yard since I have ringing in both ears and loud noise makes it worse. I am very happy with Sony WH1000XM5 headphones. They met my expectations, and I have the added bonus of being able to listen to music while mowing without having to turn the volume way up. They are also great on Microsoft Teams calls and regular iPhone calls. Quality is great. I am very happy with them. And my granddaughter like them too.
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Posted .Hi DavidL,
That's a great use case for the WH-1000XM5 headphones! We're glad to hear they're providing the noise canceling you need to protect your hearing while mowing the lawn, and that the audio quality is allowing you to enjoy your music without having to turn the volume up too high. It's also awesome that they're working so well for your Microsoft Teams and iPhone calls. The versatility of these headphones is something we're very proud of. Thanks for choosing Sony. -Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
good quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.excellent sound quality, very comfortable in ear ,battery lasts long time ,worth it
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Posted .Hi newbuyer,
Awesome! Thank you for reaching out to us today! We're always happy to hear from you. We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality, battery performance, and comfortable design 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!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Overall great
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great comfort, sound quality is good, great battery life, great playback controls
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi HansM, Amazing! We're delighted to hear that you like the comfort, sound quality, battery life, and controls. 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
5 Stars Headphone
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality Design Comport One of the best all 5 stars headphone
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jinggaz, Great! We're glad that you like the sound, design, and comfort. 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:Bass, Sound quality
All about that bass
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I recently purchased these headphones for flights to Europe and they were perfect. The nice bass sound was fantastic, too!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi FerNess, thank you for the amazing 5-star review! We couldn't be happier to hear that the Sony - WH1000XM5 headphones made your flights to Europe more enjoyable. Whether it's the powerful bass or the noise-canceling performance, they're built to deliver a premium listening experience—especially when you're on the go. Wishing you many more great trips and playlists ahead. Thanks for choosing Sony! Best regards, -Dominick
- Cons mentioned:Connectivity, Volume
My headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They’re better than the ones I returned. The ones I returned were not loud enough. The Sonys are loud enough however, the problem with the Sonys are “Connecting” them they don’t always work the first time - this needs to be fixed. I bought them because my Sony TVs are superior to others I’ve had.
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Posted .Hi Marv,
Thank you for your feedback on the WH-1000XM5 headphones. It's great to hear that you find them loud enough and superior to the ones you returned. We appreciate your loyalty to Sony products, including your Sony TVs.
Regarding the connectivity issue you mentioned, we understand how frustrating it can be when the headphones don't always connect on the first try. This is valuable feedback, and we will pass it on to our product development team for further investigation and potential improvements.
If you continue to experience connectivity problems, you might find some troubleshooting steps helpful. For instance, ensuring that the headphones' firmware is up to date can sometimes resolve connectivity issues. Additionally, resetting the headphones or re-pairing them with your device might help improve the connection stability.
ref: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/downloads
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/articles/00204611?cpint=spt-mdr_triage_00204483_pairing
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
Thank you again for your review and for choosing Sony. Your input helps us enhance our products and services.
Best regards,
Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
WH-1000XM5
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound, great for almost any type of listening experience.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Review
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The headphones sound and feel great every time I use them. Downloading the sound connect app makes these sound better and easier to control
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Posted .Hi MatthewA,
It’s rewarding to hear that your WH-1000XM5 headphones continue to provide a premium feel and sound every time you put them on. We are particularly glad you mentioned the Sony | Sound Connect app; it really is the best way to unlock the full potential of the hardware and tailor the controls to your personal rhythm.
Knowing that we’ve enhanced your daily listening experience is exactly what motivates us to keep innovating.
Thank you for being part of the Sony family.
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
The best headphones ever
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The noise cancel is an excellent feature, I use them the whole day and never bother me up. It can cancel people talking right behind you. The quality of sound is amazing and also includes the cable to connect them when you don't have battery. Normally I used them 2 days without charge them. it is important ajust them well in your head and ears to help the noise cancelling
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Posted .Hi Dario,
Thank you for reaching out to us today! We're always happy to hear from you. We're glad to hear that you like the noise canceling and battery performance 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! .
-David
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Great Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality, very comfortable, great battery life, overall great headphones
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Gabe Awesome! We're thrilled to hear that you like the sound, comfort, battery life, and overall quality of your 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:Battery life, Sound quality
Happy
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love it , it’s was my life saver in long international fligh, I was sit on a last row on a end , and it’s was super noisy over there , this headphones has noise control option , what was really my life saver , love it , and also I don’t need charge them for 32 hours , what I think it’s wonderful
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Posted .Hi KateL, We're delighted to hear that you're enjoying the features of your headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Best headset ever
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is the best headset I ever purchased, high quality, light weight, the noise cancellation is worth the price, my previous one made me felt dizzy when I turn on the noise cancelling everytime, but this one does not, love this headset very much, also recommend to one of my friend. she bought it and love it as well.
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Posted .Hi geniusrita, We're glad that you're enjoying your WH1000XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Excellent Noise Cancelling, Sound Quality 30h Batt
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are by far, the best noise cancellation in the world. The active feature continually adjusts the environment and dials in the cancelling. My ears are in heaven. Use on the airplane, and it's 30hr battery make international travel so comfortable. My last set of Sony NC headphones lasted over 10 years and are still going. DONT THINK ABOUT IT...BUY THESE oh...the sound AMAZING. Also, if the battery ever dies...they STILL WORK as wired headphone.
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Posted .Hi AceJones123, Amazing! We're glad that you are enjoying the noise canceling function, features, battery life, comfort, and sound quality. 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:Battery life, Sound quality
Awesome sound and noise cancellation!
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.You are not ready for how good these sound! The noise cancellation on them is absolutely superb! Sound quality is phenomenal, ease of use and functionality off the charts. It is susceptible to smudges if you have kind of oily hands. The battery life on these headphones are the best I've ever encountered!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TLBryant, Thanks for the positive feedback! We are happy to hear your purchase went well and you are enjoying the exceptional features and function of our industry-leading Noise Cancelation Headphones WH-1000XM5. To keep your Headphones in mint condition and to avoid cracking or peeling of the earpads due to long term contact with bodily fluids e.g. sweat, hair oil or other body oil, always clean them by wiping it with dry soft tools such as cotton swabs, balls, or pads. And always store your headphones in a case or protective bag when not in use. Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review! Enjoy! -Jess