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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 5939 reviews

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

  • Battery Life

    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 recognize the WH1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-the-Ear Headphones for their excellent sound quality, comfort, and long battery life. Many appreciate the lightweight design and adequate bass. However, some customers have expressed concerns regarding the lack of foldability, high price, connectivity issues, and volume limitations.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Cool ahhh head phones

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

    Its awesome dawg, trust me I can’t hear nobody wearing these

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

      Thanks for the review and the 5-stars rating! We are delighted to hear how much you love your Sony Headphones and their amazing Sound quality and Noise Cancelling feature! We appreciate the preference and we hope you can continue to enjoy listening to your favorite tunes. Do not forget to download the Sony Sound Connect app to enhance the experience!

      Thanks for choosing Sony, have a nice day!
      -DiegoV Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Volume

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    Excellent headphones awesome noise cancelation I thought they would be louder. Other than that a great pair of headphones Especially on a plane.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Firetvcube, Amazing! 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:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Pair of Headphones

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

    Truly the best pair of headphones I've ever owned. The audio quality is incredible and the call quality is quite impressive too according to my colleagues who've noticed. I love the feature that connects to multiple devices and is able to switch between the two. The noise cancelling is very impressive and make these an all around great everyday pair of headphones.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Jonah, Awesome! We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the audio, call quality, noise canceling, and features 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

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great sound

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

    Sound quality excellent I found them uncomfortable so returned them

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello KenF,

      Thank you for considering Sony products.

      We’re honored to hear that you valued the excellent sound quality of the WH1000XM5 headphones. We also recognize that comfort plays a crucial role, and we truly appreciate your candid feedback. While this experience does not reflect the high standards we aim to uphold, your comments are invaluable. Please be assured that we will share your insights with our dedicated Sony team as we continue our commitment to enhancing product quality.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Travel companion

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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, ease of use, battery last a long time and comfortable

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      HI DATA,

      We are pleased to hear that your WH-1000XM5 headphones have become such a great travel companion! It is wonderful to know that you are enjoying the lightweight design and comfort, along with the long battery life that is perfect for those extended trips. We appreciate your feedback on how easy they are to use and are glad they are meeting your needs so well. Thanks for choosing Sony.

      Best regards, Eliab Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headphones

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

    Love them. They have great battery life and great sound

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      HiJenniferS Amazing! We're thrilled to hear that you love the battery life and sound quality. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headphone

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

    Awesome noise canceling headphone. I used it on the plane to block the noise for more than 4 hours and I don’t feel uncomfortable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Yilih, Great! We're glad that you like the noise canceling function 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
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Favorite headphones

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

    I’ve owned a lot of different earbuds and headphones. I’ve got to say though, my favorite are the Sony xm5’s. They feel super comfortable and the noise cancellation is the best I’ve had so far. I did like how the xm4’s folded but that being said it’s really not a big deal. Though I really like Bose, I believe Sony offers better noise cancellation than the 700’s and includes more features for usage, plus the sound quality is incredible as well!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Durability

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

    The xm-5 appears to be made of cheaper plastic materials. Previous model sony headphones are stronger and more durable. I broke my pair of xm-5 within a few months just like a pair of beats headphones. I would prefer xm-4 for durability, sound quality is good enough.

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

      Thank you for considering Sony products.

      We’re sorry to hear about the durability issues you’ve experienced with the WH1000XM5 headphones. We understand how important it is to have a product that feels sturdy and reliable. We appreciate your feedback regarding the materials and your preference for the WH1000XM4 model. Please know that we will pass your comments along to the Sony team as we continue to improve our products. Thank you for sharing your experience.

      For affordable repair options, we suggest contacting our authorized partner, Encompass, at the following link: https://sony.encompass.com/item/15214669/Sony/WH1000XM5-HBR/.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best headset I have owned

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

    Very confortable easy to connect and the noise cancelation is very useful. Awesome!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Ma01, We're glad that you like the noise canceling function, comfort, and ease of connection. 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:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing headphones

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

    Amazing headphones.....the noise cancelling is fantastic and they are light and comfortable

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi SteveW, Great! We're pleased to hear that you are enjoying the noise canceling function 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 5 out of 5 stars

    IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT BUYING THEM, DO IT!

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

    Amazing! Amazing! Amazing! There are so many features that are included in these headphones. You can truly make these headphones uniquely yours in the app that comes with it. I’m a student and these headphones help me focus on my work with the noise cancelling feature. I am at a loss of words these headphones are amazing, I highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello JudithR,
      Great! Looks like you found the perfect headphone for you! Thank you for sharing your wonderful listening experience with our WH1000XM5. We're glad that you are pleased with the amazing features of our XM5 especially the noise canceling capability. Good thing that you were able to utilized the Sony app as well. Thank you for choosing Sony and for your recommendation! - Marco Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good product, just had issues

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

    Of course it's going to be high quality and the noise cancelation is absolutely wild but it mine had some issues where within the first week it stopped working. Also had some comfortability issues but that just might be me

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi CSGamer,
      Thanks for the feedback on the WH-1000XM5 headphones. We're glad to hear you're enjoying the high-quality sound and the impressive noise cancellation.

      However, we're really sorry to hear that you've had some issues, though. Having them stop working so soon is definitely not the experience we want for you and we also want to make sure you're comfortable with your headphones.

      To get this sorted out, please reach out to our support team. They'll be able to help you troubleshoot the issue and figure out what the best next steps are. You can locate their contact information here: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones

      Thank you for considering Sony and for your feedback.
      Sincerely,
      Estefany Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony xm5

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

    Amazing sound and noise cancelling, comfortable fit.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi RaphaelE, Thank you for giving the WH1000XM5 a perfect rating! We're glad you like the amazing sound, top notch noise canceling, and comfortable fit of these headphones. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Five star

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

    Great Sound quality Very comfortable Excellent noise blocking

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AngelaN, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're pleased to hear you like the great sound quality, comfortable fit, and excellent noise cancellation 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Decent improvement

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

    Can get loud when needed, cleanest set of Bluetooth headphones ive ever used. Decently long battery life!! Strong noise canceling!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi SassyPants, Great! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality, battery life, 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Headphones

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

    Great headphones . Comfort fit. Noise cancelling. Great sound

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TrevorH, Awesome! We're delighted to hear that you like the noise canceling, sound quality, and fit. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good headphones

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

    Best sound quality in headphones. They are pretty comfy too

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Chainsawzmanz, Amazing! We're delighted to hear that you love the sound quality and comfort. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony XM5

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

    sound quality is good. Very comfortable, but not for long sessions.

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony - WH1000XM5

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

    Great sound! High-end quality. Light and comfortable to wear.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Reynaldo, Amazing! We're delighted 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