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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6069 reviews

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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92%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are enthusiastic about the WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-the-Ear Headphones, highlighting the great sound quality, comfort, and long battery life. Many appreciate the lightweight feel, good bass, snug fit, and sleek design. Some customers mention the lack of foldability, the relatively high price, and occasional connectivity issues, while others feel the volume could be louder.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The Best of the best

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

    The Best of the best in sound quality, confort fitting, I just can't stop wearing them

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Pedro, Amazing! We're glad that you like the comfort fitting and audio 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very Good

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

    Overall very good quality and exactly what you pay for

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

      Thanks for your concise and positive review of the WH-1000XM5 headphones! We're delighted to hear you appreciate their excellent quality and can confirm they're a great investment.

      Thanks for choosing Sony!

      Sincerely,
      Jenn | Sony Social Media Team. Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Solid but too advanced.

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

    Extremely good audio quality and noise cancellation, but the touch controls are far too sensitive. I dislike that they can so easily be activated.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for your feedback and for highlighting the excellent audio quality and noise cancellation of the WH-1000XM5, ChaseP. Regarding your concern about the touch controls being overly sensitive, we understand that accidental activation can be frustrating.

      While there isn’t an option to directly adjust the sensitivity of the touch controls on the WH-1000XM5, there are some best practices that may help reduce unintended touches:

      - Ensure that you are making swipe gestures perpendicular (forward/backward) or parallel (up/down) to the headband, as the angle and direction can impact how the touch sensor interprets your input. Using correct gesture alignment may help avoid accidental activations.
      - Be mindful of how you wear the headphones, as the orientation and how snugly they fit can affect the response of the touch sensors.
      - When setting the headphones down or adjusting them, try to avoid contact with the touch control panel to minimize unintended input.

      We appreciate your input, as it helps us continually improve our products and user experience.

      Thanks for choosing Sony!

      Best regards,
      Gus
      Sony Social Media Team Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best headphones ever!

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

    Really love the sound quality of these headphones, and has the right amount of bass. Highly recommend!

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

      Hi Chris, Great! We're thrilled 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Headphones

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

    Probably the best quality headset, for the price, that I have ever purchased.

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

      We are ecstatic to learn that these are the best quality headphones you have ever purchased for the price! Delivering top-tier audio performance and value is what we strive for, and we are thrilled that you are so happy with your choice.

      Thank you for choosing Sony.

      Regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Product Review

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great pair of Headphones. You will not be disappointed. Comfortable and noise canceling is awesome.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AlbertC, Perfect! We're really happy to hear you're very satisfied with the industry-leading noise canceling function and excellent sound quality of your WH-1000XM5. Good to know as well that you like the exceptional comfort of these 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 sharing your amazing experience with the headphones and for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    SO GOOD.

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

    SOOO GOOD. I love it so much. It doesn’t push down on your hair, the boise cancellation is really good, and the touch pad comes in handy a lot. I’ve had it for around 1 year now and no issues. I also love how you can connect it to multiple electronics at once.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AyanaY, Great! We're pleased to hear that you are enjoying your new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Incredible headphones

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

    I use these for the gym and traveling most comfy head phones ever

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

      We are thrilled to hear that your WH-1000XM5 headphones are providing the comfort you need for both the gym and your travels! It’s great to know they are serving you well in such a variety of environments.

      Thanks for choosing Sony. 

      Best regards,

      Eliab Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good ANC, Terrible Build Quality

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

    The ANC on these are honestly some of the best I've ever used. However, the sound quality is a bit lower than I expected. The build quality of these are also absolutely horrendous as they have broken from just sitting on a shelf of an extended period of time.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi EliC, thanks a lot for sharing your feedback with us. We're glad to hear you’re enjoying the noise cancelling on the WH‑1000XM5s, but we're really sorry to hear the sound and build did not fulfill your expectations. The headphones definitely shouldn’t be breaking like that, so we recommend reaching out to our service center, Encompass, for a low-cost repair: https://sony.encompass.com/parts-accessories/Sony-Repair-Services

      For the sound, you might also want to try adjusting some of the EQ settings in the Sony | Sound Connect app, it can make a big difference depending on what you’re listening to.

      Thanks for considering Sony and for bringing this to our attention.
      Sincerely,
      Estefany Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Work great for hard of hearing

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

    Excellent noise cancellation. I am someone that uses hearing aids so was trying to find something able to accommodate without having to just crank up the volume. These headphones achieve that by adding a lot of customization within the app. I’m also able to use them for work calls and switch between my laptop and personal device seamlessly through the dual Bluetooth connection.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AlexH, Thanks for sharing your awesome experience with your new Sony WH1000XM5 wireless noise canceling headphones. We are glad that they work great for your needs. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Recommended

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

    It is vary nice i can ware it for hours without them geting uncomfortable, and the Noise Canceling is great. Love it

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

      Thank you for the 5-star rating and we're glad to hear that you like the noise canceling 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Would purchase again.

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

    Great set of headphones! Listening to music is a whole new experience now. Noise canceling feature is top notch. Holds it charge very well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Great choice Oscar! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Headphones

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

    I have been wanting headphones for a while, and I am so happy with these! Sound quality is fantastic and they are very comfortable to wear.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Cad72, Great choice! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality, Weight

    Rated 5 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.

    Light weight, great sounds and quality. Travel case is super convenient

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello AN86,
      Great! It's nice to hear that you appreciate the light weight design, audio quality as well as the carrying case of out WH1000XM5. Enjoy listening to your favorite beat and vibe. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    5 out of 5 recommendation

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

    Amazing quality long battery life and noise canceling, so you can't hear the kids fight

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Rooster1776,

      We are thrilled to hear that the WH-1000XM5 is providing the peace and quiet you need! It is great to know you are enjoying the industry-leading noise cancellation and long battery life.

      Thanks for choosing Sony.

      Best regards, Eliab Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great noise cancelation

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

    I've had these for a couple of months. They have been geat in terms of noise canceling and long battery life.

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

      Hi, 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for anything

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

    Perfect been using for the last year in the gym and out and about. I love them and a great investment I usually have to only charge them once a month and I go to the gym 4-5 days a week. Also was able to get headphone covers on Amazon that match the colors perfectly

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Kiara, We're pleased to hear that you are enjoying your new headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headphone

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

    Best noise canceling headphone ever, but a little overpriced

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DannyP, Great! We're delighted to hear that you're enjoying your new headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Student

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

    Really solid headphones, a little pricey but the over quality in terms of sound, battery life, feel of the headphones, etc. is really good

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AB321, Great choice! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Superb headphones

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

    Great product great discount. A step above their previous model

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello MikeC,

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      We’re elated to hear that you appreciate the WH1000XM5 headphones and the value they offer. Noting the advancement over the previous model encourages us to keep innovating and delivering superior audio experiences for our customers.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US