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:Battery life, Sound quality
Worth every penny
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are awesome! Fantastic battery life and quality of sound!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi EdwardG, Awesome! We're glad that you're enjoying your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Sony headphone
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones. Gentle on the ears and superb sound quality.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Wonderful, eredor! We're glad you like your new headphones. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great quality headphones
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Really great quality headphones and the sound quality is great.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, Jordy!
We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you are impressed with the WH-1000XM5 headphones! It is incredibly rewarding to know that you recognize the really great quality and the excellent sound performance.
Thank you again for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
SOLID ON EVERY LEVEL
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones are... fabulous. They are comfortable. The charge lasts for hours and recharges quickly. The sound... the most important part... is amazing. These surely aren't the cheapest but they are truly solid on every level.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CTNY, 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
worth every penny
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.this checked all the boxes for my daughters needs. noise canceling is exceptional and the sound quality is top notch
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello EdwardM,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn't be happier to hear that the WH-1000XM5 headphones were the perfect fit for what your daughter was looking for. It's great to know that the exceptional noise canceling and top-notch sound quality are checking all the boxes. Thanks for sharing your positive feedback!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Super light
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are super light weight, have good accurate sound and the noise cancellation is superior! I absolutely love these. All the crying babies on the airplane are no match for these :)
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Demonite1, Thank you for this fantastic review of your WH-1000XM5. We're glad you love the exceptional comfort, amazing sound quality, and top-notch noise cancellation 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. 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 makes WH-1000XM5 a pleasure to wear. Thank you for your purchase and for the 5-star rating! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Must Try
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are AMAZING! The sound is awesome, battery life is sufficient, love the app on the phone with scanning your ears, helping with the way sound is delivered. The update was really slow though, took about an hour to finish the firmeware update for some reason.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Tripp, we're glad you love our the sound quality of our industry-leading noise canceling headphones. We're sorry to hear that you have an issue updating your SONY unit's firmware. In the event that you encounter this issue again in the future, please follow this link:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/articles/00206321
If you require any additional support in regards to this product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number: ,
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. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
My best headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Really comfortable and easy to adjust, the controls are also easy to understand and use. Sound quality is great and the noise cancelling is very effective
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi FastHands, Thank you for the amazing review! Good to hear you like the comfortable fit, ease of use, great sound quality, and excellent noise canceling of your Sony WH1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
My Son Loves Them!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My son loves them! Super long battery life and charge quickly. He like the sound quality as well. He had originally purchased these to use with his computer when he was making music, but there was a lag since it is wireless. Other than that, they are awesome!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback, Cindieloohoo!
We are absolutely delighted to hear that your son loves his WH-1000XM5 headphones! It’s great to know he is enjoying the super long battery life, the quick charging capability, and the excellent sound quality.
We also appreciate your valuable feedback regarding the wireless lag when using them for music production on his computer. While the WH-1000XM5 offers industry-leading noise cancellation and general listening quality, you are correct that dedicated wired or low-latency Bluetooth solutions are often required for precise, professional applications like music creation.
We are glad that, despite this specific limitation, he still finds them to be awesome!
Thank you again for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great gift
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought as a gift and he absolutely loved them. Super comfy and great sound quality
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SamanthaK, We're glad that the recipient love these headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Absolutely love them! So light and comfortable. I’m not a professional sound expert but I really enjoy the sound from these headphones and I love the feature to customize sound to your liking. The noise canceling works great and is very helpful when I’m studying.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AlissonV, 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
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort
Favorite headphones!!!
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Super comfy and they connect seamlessly. I can wear them for hours and not get tired. Probably only charge them once or twice a month because the battery lasts so long.
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Posted .Hi customer, We're thrilled to hear that you like the battery life and comfortable to use. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Use of the 3 month reward of YouTube, Apple Music…
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really like the headphones but i cant acceses to the benefits you guys gift. For example, the 3 months free acceses to YouTube or Apple Music I put the code and I can’t receive the reward lets say.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Sony head phone
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They are very comfortable light as a feather, and the sound quality is great for it’s price point . The noise canceling is surprising good . Would recommend to a friend
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Posted .Hi Bulldogamerican1, Thanks for sharing your experience. We are glad that you like the sound quality and noise canceling feature of your Sony WH1000XM5 wireless noise canceling headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Buy it
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fantastic. Great product for the price! Great sound quality and comfort
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Posted .Hi LisaM, That's fantastic! We're thrilled to hear that you love the amazing sound quality and the impressive noise cancellation of your WH-1000XM5. It's great to know that you find them extremely comfortable for long wear without causing any discomfort. Enjoy and thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
Great audio product, needs mechanical improvement
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing audio product. However for new buyers be super gentle when putting on. Overtime the joints get weak and may snap. The quality there needs improvement mechanically. The audio technology is the best nonetheless.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JohnC,
We appreciate your feedback regarding the build of the WH-1000XM5. While we designed these with a lightweight, "noiseless" construction for maximum comfort, we take your comments about the mechanical joints seriously. We recommend storing them in the included hard case when not in use to protect the swivel points. If you ever experience a structural issue, please contact our support team to discuss repair options or our specialized headband service.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
MX5 great for work, school, not the gym
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Such amazing headphones and I’m writing this review after a year with them and they’re still good. Great sound and I love the noise cancellation feature. However, I don’t recommend these if you’re running because they do tilt depending on your posture and personal speed as you jog/run but overall great to listen to music sitting down, studying, or just to play Roblox with but I don’t use the mic feature as I have my own mic but I use them to hear the in-game sound.
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Posted .Hi Pearl, We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the sound and noise canceling function. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones great sounds you will even get robbed and wont hear it coming thays how good they are
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Posted .Hi DanielF,
You made the right choice with the Sony WH1000XM5! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality and noise canceling function of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Perfect for studying!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The noise cancellation is no joke, you will have the best concentration you need. They don’t hurt at all, even after hours of wear. The features included are also amazing & helpful.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SayWhaatSara, we're glad 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. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great set of headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these for my son. I was recommending Bose because I had Bose headphones before but he did his research on these and when I heard them as well I was like okay these are really nice. The sound, the connection and the options on these just makes it worth the money. Definitely would buy for myself
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, Deebo,
Thanks for the review! It brings us great satisfaction to hear how much your son is enjoying his Sony Headphones! With up to 30 hours of battery life, he'll have enough power even for long trips; and with their modern and lightweight design, they fit snugly around the head with less pressure on the ears while keeping out external sound because of the amazing Noise Cancelling feature!
Thank you for choosing Sony, have a great day!
-DiegoV