Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/S
- SKU:
- 10888158
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 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.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Highly recommend
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones! Fantastic sound and great noise cancellation Used on my current airline trip and they worked fantastically
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SharonW, We're glad that you're enjoying your new headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sorry headset... I love it!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Its simple!!! Hi Quality!! this headset by Sony are the number one
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Awesome, CesarM! We're glad you like your new headphones. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
T from up north
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound is excellent. The noise canceling feature works well as advertised and the ohone voice recogniotn/cancellation of surround ind sound works wel.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BigTim, We're glad that you like the sound, noise canceling, and features. 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:Weight
Best headphones out right now!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These things, wow, best headphones ever! Light and the controls on them are awesome! Also, connectivity is the best I've ever had.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MichaelW, Awesome! We're delighted to hear that you are enjoying your new headphones. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Returned due to Transparency mode
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Comfortable headphones. I returned these because the transparency mode was louder than without the headphones on, which bothered me.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello JenniferF,
Thank you for considering Sony products.
We’re honored to hear that you found the WH1000XM5 headphones comfortable. However, we apologize for the issue you experienced with the transparency mode being louder than expected. This is certainly not up to the quality standards we strive for, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. Rest assured, we will forward your comments to our dedicated Sony team for their review as we continue to work diligently to improve our products.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
The best headphones
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The best sounding headphones I've ever owned. Just crisp clear sound. Unfortunately, someone stole them a month ago while I was commuting.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DerekS,
We're glad that you like the sound quality of the headphones. It's unfortunate that the headphones were stolen. We hope you will be able to replace these amazing headphones. Thanks for sharing your review and for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Soundproof
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought them because a friend recommended them. I carry mail. Kinda of good and bad how good they block of noise. Lol i love them
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jay09, Awesome! We're glad that you are enjoying your new headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Cons mentioned:Volume
Not what I expected
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was about to replace my Bose headphones with a new pair, but was also interested in these, after reading couple of reviews. Listened to advice of a salesperson who told me these will be 100% better in all aspects. I tried them both at the store and the sound of these was pretty pretty good and the volume great. Today I have them on for maybe 10th time and I wish I have never switched to Sony. The noise canceling is awful and not comparable to Bose whatsoever. When on a flight, I sometimes used my Bose QC with noise cancelling and no music to avoid hearing people around me. That doesn’t work with Sony. Volume - never gets loud enough. I am not sure how the store sample was set up, but Ive tried everything and it’s just ok. Swiping sensor works maybe half of the time. Woke, skipping or shuffle… You name it. I wish I have opened them and tried them on within the return policy timeframe because I would be having Bose again.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Lulu, Thank you for your feedback regarding the WH1000XM5 headphones. I'm sorry to hear about the issues you're experiencing with noise canceling, volume, and the touch sensor.
For the noise canceling issue, please ensure the headphones are worn properly, as an improper fit can significantly affect the noise canceling performance. You can also try adjusting the settings using the Sony | Headphones Connect app. Make sure the Adaptive Sound Control is turned off and manually set the Noise Canceling function to its maximum level. If the issue persists, you might want to reset or initialize the headphones to see if that resolves the problem. For more details, please refer to this link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534745.html
Regarding the volume not being loud enough, it might be helpful to check the volume settings on both the headphones and the connected device. Additionally, ensure that any volume limiting features on your device are disabled.
For the touch sensor issues, make sure the sensor area is clean and free from any obstructions. If the problem continues, resetting the headphones might help.
If these steps do not resolve the issues, please consider reaching out to Sony support through this link: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/service?language=en_US.
for further assistance. Or email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Sincerely,
Sam
Sony Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product service I’d like to recommend to pursue this item
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DjT1,
That's wonderful feedback! We are delighted to hear you're enjoying your WH-1000XM5 headphones and had a great experience purchasing them at Best Buy. Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Song Mx5 headset
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.good quality, love the noise cancellation. purchased in store, super quick and easy very happy purchase
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AaliyahM, Thank you for the 5-star rating! Good to hear you like the overall quality and top-notch noise canceling of your Sony WH1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Best gym headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones ever. Use them in the gym all the time. I can’t use anything else
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello DeanteQ,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're truly heartened to learn that your WH-1000XM5 headphones have become your go-to choice for the gym and that nothing else compares for you. It’s great to know they deliver the sound and comfort you need during your workouts—thank you for sharing your feedback!
Best regards,
-Fred
OK but not great
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony headphones are just ok in my opinion. I am a radio dj. They suffice as back ip emergency pair but I am not in love with them.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello BeverlyS,
Thank you for considering Sony products.
We apologize that the WH-1000XM5 headphones have not fully impressed you in your role as a radio DJ. We want you to enjoy a five-star experience with your headphones, and we would appreciate any additional details about your concerns or any issues with the unit. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to our support team, who are ready to assist in enhancing your experience with the headphones.
You can access all the necessary contact options and resources here: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing sound quality!
|Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was on the fence since these were going to be my very first over the ear headphones. Exceeded every expectation I could’ve and would’ve had!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JEvo9, Excellent choice! We're truly glad that you like the audio quality and these headphones exceeded every expectations. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
amazing noise cancellation!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.these work so good and are amazing for using during work before i clock in and during my breaks because the noise cancelling is just so great
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Yaqueline, This is great! We're glad that you like the noise canceling function. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Beautiful sound and noise cancellation
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound and noise cancellation are second to none in my opinion. If I must pick a fault it would be coming from the x4's The fifth is not as comfortable. Don't get me wrong it is still very comfortable but but the X4 is worth second to none in terms of comfort.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi impulsebuyer, Thanks for your feedback and insights. Sony values the opinions of customers and is always striving to provide the best experience possible. We are also glad that you like the sound and noise canceling function. 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
MUST BUY
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I went into Best Buy to only buy a laptop and I walked out with a laptop…AND the sony headphones! The best headphones I’ve ever had!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jaz7,
Thanks for the review and the 5-stars rating! We couldn't be happier to hear how much you are enjoying your Sony Headphones and their amazing Sound quality and Noise Cancelling feature! It's really great to hear that you have given them the opportunity and they have been exceeding your expectations!
Thanks for choosing Sony, have an amazing day!
-DiegoV
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Really good
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound is wonderful. I love you noise cancelling and how easy it is to use
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Posted .Hi JaquainN, great! We're glad you like love the ease of use, sound quality and noise canceling of our product. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Favorites
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My favsssss, I have the AirPods Max as well in Blue but I can’t wear those to the gym. The noise canceling on these are it!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Mekaaa15, Thanks for your feedback. We are thrilled to hear that your new Sony WH1000XM5 headphones are your favorites. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy your music! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Superb headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones ever; comfortable, excellent sound, works great with both Apple and other devices, and best sound reduction of background noise I have ever heard. Planes are nearly pin drop silent...
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Doc100, Excellent choice! We're glad that you like the audio quality, comfort, and noise canceling function. 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