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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

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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 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

    The Best Xmas Present Ever

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

    Sony did it this time. I use it everyday. Connectivity is very quick. Noise cancellation blocks everything.

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

      We’re so happy to hear your Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones made for the best Christmas present ever! It’s great that you’re enjoying the quick connectivity and powerful noise cancellation. Enjoy your daily listening!

      Thank you for choosing Sony!
      -Maria Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony xm5

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

    Best headphones in class, awesome sound quality and noise cancellation.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for your review, Skyrim! We are immensely pleased to hear that you're enjoying the WH-1000XM5 headphones. These headphones are designed to deliver top-notch sound quality and impressive noise cancellation, providing an excellent audio experience. We strive to offer the best in class products and are happy to know that our efforts have made a difference for you.

      Your feedback is highly appreciated and helps us continue to improve our products. Thanks for choosing Sony!
      Gus Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    very comfortable

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

    sound cancellation is really good and it does hurt my head like normal headphones do.

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

      We feel privileged to know that you find the noise cancellation on the WH-1000XM5 to be excellent, and especially that they are comfortable enough to wear without causing the head pain you experienced with normal headphones.

      Comfort and superior noise-canceling are two features we focused heavily on with this model, and your feedback confirms that we succeeded!

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      Regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I like them

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

    These are comfortable and the sound quality is really good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KnickKnacky, Amazing! We're glad that you like the sound quality and comfortable to use. 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

    Best headphones

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

    Very comfortable to wear for long periods of time. Sound great and noise cancelling is awesome.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi CoryK, We're glad to hear that you are enjoying the sound and noise canceling function 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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome headphones

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

    Awesome headphones. Definitely better than AirPods Pro max. Sound quality is phenomenal and very comfortable around your ear

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Sobain, Great! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality and comfort. 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 4 out of 5 stars

    Great headphones but pricey

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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 and very comfortable over the ears. The speakers sit over my entire ear which makes them more comfortable at the same time cancels sound well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi SoTexSmoker We're glad that you like the comfort 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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

    Perfect headphones have amazing sounds quality for music and movies plus super comfortable!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Sosa, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with the sound quality of your new WH-1000XM5! 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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Top notch noise cancellation, impeccable sound

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

    I use these daily since the day I bought them, way more than my AirPods. The EQ in the app his highly customizable, the noise cancellation is top notch, and the transparency mode is also good.

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

      Amazing! We're thrilled that you like the ambient sound, noise canceling function, and equalizer of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Dope beat!!

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

    This is my second pair still have the other ones which I use for work. I know it’s a little pricy but once you put them on you’ll see why!! I highly recommend these over all other headphones

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi RichardA, Fantastic! Thank you for sharing your positive experience with the WH-1000XM5 headphones! We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying your second pair and that they meet your expectations, especially for work. We understand that the price might be a bit high, but as you mentioned, the quality and performance make it worth it. Thank you so much for your recommendation and for choosing Sony! - Romeo Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice Sound!

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

    Good stuff, slick stuff, neat stuff! While I miss the ability to fold the headphones (previous gen) the sounds quality and noise cancelling is above and beyond anything from Bose.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Michael, We're pleased to hear that you love these headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The effect of sony headphones is really powerful

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

    My head is a little big, so it would be better if it could be stretched a little more, but it is very comfortable to wear, and the sound noise reduction function is really perfect. I have been watching this headset for a long time, and the discount on best buy made me get it. Thanks to this store

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort
    Cons mentioned:
    Volume

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth it!

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

    Great comfortable fit! Wish they were just a touch louder.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KennethG, Thank you for the amazing feedback! We're glad you like the comfortable fit of your new Sony WH1000XM5. If you feel that the volume level is insufficient, please refer to this link to ensure optimal listening experience: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534511.html. Hope this helps and thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love these headphones

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

    great quality, great sound, great noise cancellation, great design

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi StephG,

      Perfect! We're glad that you like the sound quality, noise canceling function, and 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!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    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.

    Great sound quality and easy to use! I would recommend!

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

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      We're delighted to hear that you’re enjoying the great sound quality and ease of use of the WH-1000XM5. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're glad our headphones are providing you with an excellent listening experience.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth The Money

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

    Love this headphones. Has a lot of features. Has decent range. You can put your hand on the right side of the headphone for temporary talk to someone without having to remove your headphone from your head. And many other features. Very light. The only negative thing is the carrying case which is bulky and won't fit easy in a carry on luggage.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Sergio, We are thrilled to hear that you love your new Sony wireless noise canceling headphones. With our WH-1000XM5 headphones, you can enjoy magnificent sound quality which is engineered to perfection and have a battery life that can last up to 30 hours with quick charging (3 min charge for 3 hours of playback). With 8 total microphones, these headphones are our biggest step forward in noise canceling technology. For everyday convenience, just Speak-to-Chat and Quick Attention mode stop your music and let in ambient sound. We take all user input seriously and will make sure your comments reach the appropriate person. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headphones.

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love these headphones. They are super comfortable and excellent for working out.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Awesome purchase FatimaF! We are glad to hear that you found your perfect headphones for workouts! 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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony headset

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

    Overall quantity is good. Crystal clear sound. Using it over 2 years.

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

      Thanks for the review and the 5-stars rating! It is most rewarding to hear how much you are enjoy your Sony headphone's top-technology features! With up to 30 hours of battery, and amazing Sound quality and Noise Cancellation, you'll be able to enjoy listening to your favorite tunes for a prolonged time!

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Quality

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

    Nice headphones. More comfortable and I think better sound and noise canceling than Beats. Perfect on a flight!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Buddywuppers, Excellent! We're pleased to hear that you are enjoying the comfort, sound, and noise canceling function. Our XM5 is perfect for traveling. 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

    Great product.

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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. Noise cancellation worked good while flying.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for your fantastic review, EdwardS!

      We are so pleased to hear that you are enjoying the great sound quality of your WH-1000XM5 headphones!

      It is especially rewarding to know that the Noise Cancellation worked good while flying. We designed these headphones to provide maximum tranquility, making travel and noisy environments much more enjoyable.

      Thank you again for choosing Sony!

      Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team sony-global