Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/P
- SKU:
- 10947881
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:Sound quality
Great sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.As expected from sony, they sound great. Only down side is i wish the charging cable was longer, but all things seem to come with a 3 inch these days.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .This is great! We're delighted to hear that you love the sound quality of your headphones, Kaeleth. We'll take note of your feedback with regards to the charging cable. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great sound
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise-canceling works wonders! The touch is pretty sensitive, otherwise great product.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RicardoL, we're glad you are enjoying your new headphones! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones. Great sound quality. Lightweight quality material. When you wear a hat it messes with the connection and ear sensors! Try not to distort ear sensors wearing hats. Otherwise great purchase!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thanks for the feedback, BrianM! 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
Its alright
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Depending on your environment, this can be an upgrade or an downgrade from the XM4. Im no audiophile, so my experience is of an average user who enjoys music in the office, mostly to drown out the office noise. When the noise cancelling works, its better than the XM4. The important word there was "when". You can control the level of noise cancelling, it's either on or off (then A.I. handles strength based on environmental sound). Whereas, on the XM4, you can set the strength of cancelling. I understand there are reasons for getting rid of that feature; like, battery life... however, now you've got a hit or miss feature. My office isnt too loud. But, its just quiet enough not to activate the noise cancelling and just loud enough that i can actually make out what they're saying. Never a problem with the XM4.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LeeIB, thank you for sharing your feedback of your experience using your headphones. Sony values the opinions of customers and is always striving to provide the best experience possible.
Please ensure you're using the Headphones Connect App to customize the settings to fine-tune your music. Please also check the help Guide for more details: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534715.html
If this does not help, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Sincerely, Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great pair of headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Tested out the headphones on a flight, it blocked out EVERYTHING! Way better than my airpods in that department. The carrying case feels nice and the accompanying app is great as well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DarthBane,
You made the right choice with the Sony WH-1000XM5! We're thrilled that you like the noise canceling function, supplied carrying case, and dedicated app (Sony Headphones Connect) 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
Hands Down Best Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The noise canceling feature on these headphones are unreal. Also, the sound quality is top notch. I really enjoy taking these headphones everywhere I go.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Skippa210,
It's great to hear that you are very much pleased with the noise canceling capability and audio quality of our WH1000XM5. 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 WH1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony. - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony beats the rest
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The best over the ear headphones you can get sounds is amazing and the noise cancellation works great
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Chana, We're glad that you are enjoying the audio quality of your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Sound, poor App management
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The headphones are great! The app on the other hand kind of sucks. Sometimes I wish it didn't need the app to work on my phone. The App is the only reason I wish I would have bought Bose instead. But the sound quality is good.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BrandonW,
While we're glad you like most of the features of your WH-1000XM5, we regret to hear you are not having the best experience with the companion app. Your feedback is extremely important to us and is very much appreciated. You can use the headphones without the app, however, to get the most out of your WH-1000XM5, the Sony Headphones Connect app allows you to customize the following:
• Update the headset software
• Turn the voice guidance on/off
• Switch the touch sensor control panel on/off setting
• Set the Bluetooth connection mode (sound quality mode)
• Set the wearing detection automatic power off function
• Set the wearing detection automatic music playback pause and resume function
• Check the connection status and the settings of the headset
• Switch the multipoint connection (Connect the headset to 2 devices simultaneously) on/off setting
• Select the Equalizer setting
• Customize the Equalizer setting
• Adjust the noise canceling function and Ambient Sound Mode (ambient sound control)
Be sure to review the help guide link below, as it tells you what you can do with the Sony Headphones Connect app.
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534533.html
If you need further assistance regarding your product, you can email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Regards,
Jess
Great headphones for music and gaming
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great pair of headphones. I can listen to music and answer calls through Bluetooth. Lastly, these are great headphones to use with a PS5. You have to use the aux cord to connect to the PS5 controller. Afterwards, you can hear the game and talk to friends in party chat. Great Purchase!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Tone, thank you for the 5-star rating! We're glad to hear you're enjoying your WH1000XM5 headphones for music, calls, and even PS5 gaming. It's great that you're using the aux connection with the controller for full in-game and party chat audio–that's a smart setup! Thank you for choosing Sony! Best regards, -Jenn.
Awesome sound
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very great sounding headphone. Bass is just prominent sounding.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kuyabodjie36!
Thank you for your feedback on the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones. We are thrilled to hear that you appreciate their impressive sound quality and prominent bass!
We appreciate you choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Tune Out
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They are great. You can tune everyone and everything out. I love them.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LashandaR,
Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're glad to hear that you love your new Sony headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
*Sony headphones genuine review*
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My first pair of headphones and I use them daily. The battery last me days before I have to recharge. My sister had a pair of these and let me borrow them and instantly knew I needed them! Love them and the quality is unmatched from noise canceling, to automatic pauses if I take them off, to clean aesthetic look.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MireyaR,
Thanks for sharing your experience! It’s awesome that your first pair of headphones turned out to be such a great choice. The battery life, noise canceling, and smart features really make the WH-1000XM5 stand out. Thank you for choosing Sony, and hope you continue to enjoy them every day!
-Maria
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I like em alot, works perfectly if you main between 1-2 devices, not as seamless as apple headphones though. A large improvment over airpods.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Benjamin,
That's nice to hear that you are satisfied with the improvements of our headphone and we're glad that you like it. Your feedback is highly appreciated and thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Buy!!!!! Now
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing noise cancellation also loud which is good if your someone like me who doesn’t like to listen to the outside world
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NaarahL, Fantastic! We're glad you like the amazing noise cancellation and powerful sound this unit delivers. 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! -Sam
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.M5 are top-of-the-line my son loves them and he can’t take them off his head he almost sleeps in them
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the review!
We love hearing that your son is enjoying his new WH-1000XM5 headphones so much—though we might recommend taking them off just long enough to charge! It’s a huge compliment to our design team that he finds them comfortable enough to wear all day (and almost all night).
Thank you for choosing Sony for such a great gift! :D
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Best headphones I’ve had !!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The quality of the headphones are really good and worth your money!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AbbeyL!
Thank you for your feedback. It is fantastic to know you think the WH-1000XM5 headphones are worth it.
Thank you for putting your trust in Sony!
Warm regards,
Estefany
I won
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.my partner loved them I was the best gift giver this holiday season
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Josebb,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn't be happier to hear that the WH-1000XM5 headphones made such a wonderful gift for your partner. It’s truly rewarding to know our products can play a special role in creating memorable moments and joy during the holidays.
Best regards,
-Fred
Dog groomers best friend
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are seriously some of the best headphones you can get on market. Even though it says not to sweat in them its really dependent on how much you sweat. I worked at a dog salon and wore these everyday. Noise cancelation is out of this world. If you work as a groomer, these are really good to have. They withstand extremely high pitched noises in the background as well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SabrinaR, It's great to hear that you are enjoying the WH-1000XM5 headphones! They are indeed known for their exceptional noise cancellation capabilities, which can be particularly beneficial in environments with high-pitched noises, such as a dog salon. The noise-canceling technology in these headphones is designed to effectively reduce low-frequency sounds, like those from engines or air conditioning, but it can also handle a range of other noises to some extent. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
Yes.
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Ive owned several top quality headphones in the past but I gotta say, Sony put in the work on these x5s. Messing around with the EQ and other features on the Headphones Sony app truly makes the product unique such as placing your palm on the right outer headphone surface to activate the 6 mics around the headphones to activate the attention mode to hear your surroundings or the fact that there arent any buttons for replaying the previous song or going to the next or even volume up and down...its all on that same touch sensitive outer surface of the headphone and it amazes me how well it works. Theres even the feature that pauses the music automatically when you start speaking (can be toggles on/off in settings). Not to mention the battery, it charges for like 10 minutes to get about 3 hours of play time.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Zam121, 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
Happy
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent product!!! SONY never disappoint me. Highly recommended for music lovers.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Crist20,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re elated to hear that the WH-1000XM5 headphones continue to impress you and serve as a top choice for music lovers. Your trust in Sony and your recommendation inspire us to keep delivering exceptional audio experiences that resonate deeply with our community.
Best regards,
-Fred