Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/L
- SKU:
- 10095959
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
to a friend
Good
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Satisfied with the noise-cancelling quality and comfort, but occasionally the headphones will shut off when I am actively using them.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello NikaM,
While we're happy that you are satisfied with the noise canceling feature and comfortability of our XM5, we're sorry to hear that you are having issues like the unit shuts off by itself while using it. This is not the news we want to hear. Please allow us to help. If the headphone shuts off in the middle of using it, you may not be wearing it properly.
Here are some troubleshooting steps that you can check:
- When you wear the headset over a cap, cloth, a scarf, hair, etc., wearing detection may not work properly. The automatic power off function may trigger and the headset may be turned off automatically. Wear the headset so that your ears are inside the earpads.
- When the automatic power off function is set to [Do not turn off] on the [System] tab of the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app, wearing detection will continue to work and the symptom may be improved.
- Make sure the battery is fully charged.
Should you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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We are more than happy to assist you.
Regards,
Marco
Best headphones on earth
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The most comfortable noise cancelling headphones, super light on your heads, and the sound quality is amazing. Not one single complaint. Highly recommend
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Posted .Hi MiguelH, Great! We're glad that you like the noise canceling function 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
The perfect headphones for me
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are really great fo the shape of my head so i was really pleased when i had finally got them
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi WedmireMerisier, We're glad that you like the WH1000XM5. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Better than AirPods
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality not true noise cancellation still can hear a sound in the background from the street but does a pretty good job better than AirPods.
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Posted .Hello PaulF,
Thank you for considering Sony products.
It brings us great joy to hear that you appreciate the sound quality of the WH-1000XM5 and find it performs well compared to other products. We understand that some background noise can still be heard, and we want to help you get the most out of the noise cancellation feature. To maximize its effectiveness, please ensure the headphones are worn properly with the ear pads sealing well around your ears. Additionally, turning off Adaptive Sound Control and setting noise cancellation to its highest level manually can improve your experience. For more detailed information, please visit: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534745.html.
We are committed to resolving this issue for you. If the problem persists, we recommend contacting our dedicated support team for advanced troubleshooting. You can access all available contact options and resources here: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones.
Best regards,
-Fred
LOVE EM
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great quality and very light weight to the point you'll forget it's on your head
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Posted .Hi Neek,
Awesome! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the fit and sound quality of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
Best mowing accessory ever!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Been using earmuffs and buds for years. These headphones are hands down the best for blocking noise and listening to tunes while mowing. Worth every penny!
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Posted .Hi Timmark,, Great! We're glad that you are enjoying you're 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
Great headphones for music lovers.
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent product. Great sound quality. Noise cancellation works very good.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Vptlbestbuy Awesome! We're glad that you like the sound and noise canceling function, Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Worth It!
|Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing noise cancellation with very cool features on the app. Great price and as an employee with a store discount even better!! Only downside to it is for exercising it can be annoying to have on a little as its more fit for relaxing comfort.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Nick, Thank you for the feedback on your experience with your WH1000XM5. We're glad to hear you like the amazing noise cancellation and cool new features of the app. While the XM5 headphones are primarily designed for immersive listening experience, we understand that they may not be the ideal choice for intense physical activities. At Sony, we are always looking to improve our product quality and features. We have noted your input and will be sure to forward this feedback to the appropriate department.
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
LOVE THEM
|Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.the noise cancellation is CRAZY along with the adaptive touch is awesome as well. i love the bass and sound quality on these
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Posted .This is great to hear, ChandlerW! We're also glad that you are enjoying the noise canceling function and audio quality. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Delicate, Dainty Users Only
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’ve had these for 5 months and by far have been the best headphones I’ve purchased considering the sound quality and comfort but the hinge on the right ear cuff snapped with little effort and cannot be repaired by Sony even though it’s still under warranty and a known issue. Buy at your own risk.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Eden, we're glad you like the sound quality and comfort of our product. We're sorry to hear about the issue with the hinge on your headphones. Sony's warranty policy does not cover physical damage, which includes issues with the hinge, even if it occurs under normal use. You have the option to take your headphones to an authorized service center for evaluation to determine the out-of-warranty repair options available.
We would highly recommend you to take your device to an authorized servicer for evaluation to determine the repair options available for physical or cosmetic damage. For more information, please refer to the link below:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00006741?utm_source
We'd also like to review your file to better assist you. Please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number: Case Number:
~Earl
Perfect for Studying
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very good headphones. I mainly use them for studying which is perfect, I can block out any noise if I need to or change the settings to allow for ambient noise if I'm studying with friends.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi VictoriaO, Great! We're happy 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
Great Headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Incredible noise-canceling! Fit comfortably over your ears, especially with earrings. Great sound quality and easy to connect!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JustineB, This is great to hear! We're also glad that these headphones fit comfortably and you're enjoying the sound and ease of connection. Thank you so much for choosing Sony. Erin
Sony XM5
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good sound quality they are far better than the previous Xm4 in my opinion and they allow me to enjoy the songs I like in better ways
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Posted .Hi GregorioT, We're thrilled to hear that you like the sound 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
BEET SONY HEADPHONES
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are amazing. They do a really good sound quality and I really like the price is pretty good compared to the AirPods Max and features are really cool. 
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Posted .Hi AJP222,
Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're glad to hear that you're enjoying the sound quality and liked the price point of the Sony 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
Great Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound quality, that easily pairs up with Samsung TV. The headphone volume could be better, as in louder, but still a great quality sound!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GJ52, Awesome! We're glad that you like the sound quality and ease of pairing. 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
Best in the market
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent head phones! The noise canceling is the best in the market no doubt.
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Posted .Hi Andres, great! We're glad you like the noise canceling feature of your new headphones! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Product Review
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This product has perfect noise cancellation and good sound playing.
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Posted .Hi putaiych, We're glad that you are enjoying the audio quality of your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Extraordinary sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound unlike many. The price is premium and so is the product. If you're looking for extraordinary sound quality, this will satisfy.
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Posted .Hi Julio, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're thrilled that you like the exceptional sound and premium quality of your Sony WH1000XM5. 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
The best!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love how good the noise cancelling is and how it can adapt to every environment you are in. This is so advanced and I love listening to music everyday with this headset.
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Posted .Hi HannahT,
Fantastic! We are truly grateful to know that you love the amazing noise canceling & ambient sound mode function, exceptional sound quality, great features, and superb performance of the WH-1000XM5.
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 very much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
Great, but not Excellent!
|Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very good headphones. Mids were a highlight of the listen. Could use some more impact in the lower frequencies. Very clear low end, but not as impactful as I'd like.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AnthonyT,
Thank you for your time writing this review! We glad to hear that you like your WH1000XM5 headphones. For optimum performance, please make sure that the headphones software is updated as it includes key features, applications, bug fixes, and feature improvements. Sound quality may also vary depending on the source that you are playing. If you haven't yet, please download and use the equalizer settings on the Sony Headphones Connect app to fine-tune your music to your liking! For more details: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534533.html
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We appreciate your feedback. Thanks again for purchasing Sony! - Kris