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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6329 reviews

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  • 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

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92%would recommend to a friend

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.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MY FAVORITES!

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

    This are my first noise cancelling headphones and I LOVE THEM! I use them for gym and library and they are perfect for me to disconnect from surroundings. Also, battery last for ever

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Alejandra, We are glad 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    sony wh-1000xm5

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

    Great pair of headphones. I was never a fan of over the ear headphones till a buddy of mine introduced me to these. They last a long time on a good charge.

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

      Hi AthbarN!
      We are excited to hear you're now a fan of over-the-ear headphones and that the WH-1000XM5s were the ones to win you over!

      It's awesome that they are lasting you so long on a charge, as we've designed them to keep up with even the longest days of listening. With their incredible noise cancellation and premium sound, they're the perfect companion for your music.

      We appreciate you choosing Sony!
      Best regards,
      Estefany Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Review

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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.

    The noise cancellation is not the best but the sounds is amazing and the app makes up for it

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

      It is great to hear that you are enjoying the amazing sound quality of your WH1000XM5 headphones and finding the companion app useful. To get the absolute best noise cancellation performance tailored to your environment, we highly recommend opening the Sony Sound Connect app and disabling the Adaptive Sound Control feature. This will stop the headphones from automatically shifting modes based on your movement, allowing you to manually maximize and personalize the noise cancelling to your exact liking.

      Thank you for trusting Sony to deliver your daily soundtrack.

      Regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    True noise canceling headphones

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

    Best purchase, fell in love with Sony headsets. If you value high quality noise canceling headphones then don't even bother with other brands. Handwashed the case wigh no issues.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with the WH-1000XM5, NinelM! We're thrilled to hear that you’re enjoying the high-quality noise cancellation and that our headset has become your top choice.

      Regarding your mention of handwashing the case, we appreciate your attention to keeping your accessories clean. While it’s important to maintain your headphones and their case, we recommend following Sony’s official care instructions to ensure long-term performance and avoid accidental damage. For most Sony headphone models, it’s best to clean cases with a dry, soft cloth, and to avoid submerging them in water or using harsh cleaning agents, as some cases may not be water-resistant and moisture could lead to malfunction or affect their longevity.

      Thank you again for your feedback and for choosing Sony. We hope your WH-1000XM5 headphones continue to provide an exceptional listening experience!

      Best regards,
      Gus
      Sony Social Media Team Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing!

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

    ANC is great and music sounds great. And its more comfortable than the Airpods Max’s. Great headset!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Raffy, We are happy that you like the sound quality of your Sony WH1000XM5 wireless noise canceling headphones. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy your music! Vincent Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Headphones

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The headphones were amazing. The noise cancelstion is outstanding and the bass on them are very good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello HugoJ!
      Thank you so much for your feedback on the WH-1000XM5 headphones. It brings us great satisfaction to hear that you’re happy with the noise cancellation and bass performance.

      These headphones are designed to provide an immersive listening experience with industry-leading noise cancellation technology, adaptive sound control and high-resolution audio support to deliver rich and detailed sound.

      We appreciate you choosing Sony!
      Best regards,
      Estefany Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Does In-fact HAve Best in Class ANC

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

    These are amazing. My primary use for these is actually work as i work from home with our two young kids who like to scream and be loud constantly. They really improve my focus with their best in class noise cancellation.

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

      That's a great use case! We're so glad to hear the noise cancellation is helping you stay focused in a busy home environment! Sounds like the WH1000XM5 are making a real difference in your workday. Thanks for choosing Sony.
      -Aldair Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic!

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

    The sound quality was fantastic. The overall fit and feel was so comfy. Best set of head phones I’ve ever had.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi CharlrwD Great! We're glad that you like the sound, comfort, and fits perfectly. 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    These are most amazing headphone I have ever owned. The sound quality is amazing and the battery is amazing as well

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

      You made the right choice with the Sony WH-1000XM5! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality and battery life 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love these Headphones!

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

    l love these headphones! You can customize the equalizers to your liking and I love that! Just make sure you take care of them because they can be a bit delicate!

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

      Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review! We're so glad to hear you love your WH-1000XM5 headphones and that you're enjoying the ability to customize the equalizer settings to your personal taste. We appreciate you mentioning the delicate nature of the product. It's a great reminder for all users that proper care helps ensure a long and enjoyable lifespan for their headphones.

      Thanks for choosing Sony, have a fantastic day!
      DiegoV Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Volume

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Comfortable With Glasses!

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

    Sounds great once you set up the app. I wish it could go louder, but I'm sure it's a liability for Sony.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Grider, We're thrilled to hear that you like the sound quality and ease of setting up the app. For low sound level, please try the following steps here:
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534511.html

      Thank you for choosing Sony. Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great until i left them over seas....

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

    It was between these and the Bose these seemed to be a bit more comfortable but on a long flight over seas the top of my head would hurt a bit. but nothing to worry about anymore, i forgot them over there and there is one happy person in the Philippines with a nice head set.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JohnW, We're glad that you like the incredible features and amazing performance of the headphones. That's unfortunate, we're sorry to learn about what happened. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Regards, Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A great purchase!

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

    I love these headphones, they are so lightweight and the sound is amazing, I also love that with just one tap you pause them to listen to the outside world.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MariaL, Amazing! We're thrilled to hear that you like the sound quality and features 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Sony headphones

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

    Headphones are awesome. It fits snuggly around the ears. Sound is remarkable. You can select noise cancellation, which works well. Great product

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MarciaP, Great! We're delighted to hear that you are enjoying your new headphones. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best over the ear headphones

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

    Best over-the-ear headphones, sound, connectivity, and comfort - with convenience of in stock at Best Buy

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Charlie We appreciate your perfect star rating. It is truly our pleasure that you you are enjoying the sound, connectivity, and comfort. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony did it again!!!

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

    Best noice cancellation and great sound quality. Very comfortable to wear even for long periods of time. I personally prefer the folding style the xm4 has but these are still ok.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Quinton, Great! We're glad that you like the noise canceling and sound quality of 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome!

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

    This is so perfect! To use on airplane, noisy areas, home, you name it! We love this so much, getting a second one soon!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MacarenaC, That's great! We're very happy to hear that you're satisfied with your purchase. We're looking forward to your next purchase! 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth the spend

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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 sound quality, and battery life. Switches between 2 connected devices seamlessly. Would prefer if it folded like the XB900

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Sanx, We're glad that you like the sound, battery life, and features 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My favorite headphones!

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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.

    I used these headphones for the past 2.5 years heavily, in the gym, at work on the go, in the office, studying, relaxing at home, and long commutes. The battery is still kicking butt, and the noise canceling/ambient feature is great for my everyday needs. It’s comfortable over the ear, I can wear it for long periods of time with my glasses on. I bought it on sale during black Friday, but I honestly would buy these again in a heartbeat if mine kick the bucket down the road, it’s definitely worth it for my everyday needs. I recently bought myself a different set of headphones for the gym to be rougher on, (the Sony definitely held up in the gym but I just want to stretch the life longer) I noticed the quality compared to the Sony and the sony feels right with the features you get and worth what youre paying for. My all time favorite headphones!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Shay, we're glad you are enjoying your new headphones! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    XM5 Sony

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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.

    Best headphones ever no debate to this date, premium and quality.

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

      We are thrilled that the WH-1000XM5 is providing that premium, high-quality experience you were looking for. From the industry-leading noise cancellation to the refined sound of the 30mm driver units, we really poured everything into making these a modern classic.

      Enjoy the music and thank you for being part of the Sony family!

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