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Customer reviews

Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 5945 reviews

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  • 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

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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

    Worth the price

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

    I Have worked in the audio industry since 1978. My first phones were Koss Pro 4AAA. These provide frequency response and detail surpassing anything I’ve ever used. The noise canceling is extremely effective without any I’ll effects. Well worth the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MichaelM, Thanks for leaving us such a great review on the WH-1000XM5! We are really delighted to hear you're satisfied with the incredible sound quality of your WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones. It sounds like we hit the mark with the WH-1000XM5! TThe 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 so much for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Loves it

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

    I bought this for my son as a replacement of his Beats solo3. He was going to get another beats but tried the Sony and loved it. He uses it everyday for whether he is training, working out or doing schoolwork.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Gonzalez25, Amazing! We're happy 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:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony headphones review

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

    I had bought 3 different over the ear headphones. I really was not impressed with the first two, those both bring name brand also. Then I tried these! Absolutely love them!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AlieciaS, We're glad that you're enjoying your WH1000XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Loud co workerz

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

    Yesssssss finally found a decent pair of earphones I was trying to find out if my sony wh xb900n was under warranty it wasn't but then try these on in the store the price was a bit but much but it was worth I work in a kitchen and it can be alot loud when i put these on i love not hearing my talkative co workers

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi bmwess, We're pleased 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

  • Cons mentioned:
    Connectivity

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Headphones

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

    Headphones are as great as people say they are and I would definitely recommend them. The only issue I have is that the disconnect and reconnect if I’m using them for my work laptop and my phone is near by. It’s annoying during a meeting

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Review

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

    Good sound quality, but seemed to have a looser fit.

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

      Thanks for the review! Feedback is well appreciated as Sony always strives to deliver the best quality products, so we can definitely look into the concern encountered for future references. We are glad you are enjoying the amazing sound quality from the headphones, and do not forget to download the Sony Sound Connect app to enhance the experience!

      Thank you for choosing Sony, have a great day!
      -DiegoV Sony_US

  • Cons mentioned:
    Connectivity

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Better then AirPod maxes

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

    Head are great but the sound connect app can be annoying

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Brahim, thanks for taking the time to share your experience with the Sony - WH1000XM5. We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the extraordinary sound quality, and industry-leading noise canceling technology on these headphones. Your satisfaction is our top priority, therefore we want make things right for you, please let us know what were the inconveniences you went through with the sound connect app. You can contact our technical support team if you have questions or need assistant via: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
      Best regards, -Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    XM5 is 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.

    Best sound so far for this series of headphones. Amazing noise canceling as always and call quality is better by far from the XM4s. Unfortunately they did away with the voice prompts, instead opting for a series of different tones that I really don’t like. It isn’t enough for them to lose a star but it is annoying nonetheless.

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

      Fabulous! We are so happy that you are satisfied with the amazing noise canceling feature, crystal-clear call quality, and superb performance of our new WH-1000XM5. We are sorry if you are having an issue with the voice guidance. You can actually turn on/off this feature using the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app. For more details, please refer to the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app help guide:
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/hpc/v1/en/contents/TP0002935906.html?search=voice%20guidance

      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.

      Should need more information or technical assistance with our product, you can always contact us and we'll be more than happy to assist you. You may send us an email at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following:

      Name:
      BestBuy Username:
      Model Number:
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      Thank you so much for the 5-star review and for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo 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.

    Bought for my son and he loves them. Great sound quality and superb noise cancelation. I have tried some of the other more expensive headphones and the sound quality on these is absolutely on par.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Matt, Great! We're glad that your son loves the sound quality 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:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Elite 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 noise canceling, probably the best headphones I’ve tried. They fit really well over my hair

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi NyeH, Thank you for the great feedback! We're very happy to hear you like the exceptional noise canceling and comfortable fit of your Sony WH1000XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    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.

    Very good sound, I switched from AirPods Max and was delighted with these headphones

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

      You made the right choice with the Sony WH1000XM5! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very good

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

    The product meet my expectation and was very good in built and the sond system was very good with those on hear peacies which sat weel on my head i had no isuees

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Yuh

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

    Absolute bangers, dropped them like 500 times still sound great. Only problem is they produce a bit of static from time to time but what do you expect from the worlds biggest drop challenge. Would buy again

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Milo, Awesome! 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

    Head phones

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

    I Love them! I get lost in my own little music world while walking.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MaddieP, We are thrilled to learn that you are enjoying the impressive features of the WH-1000XM5 headphones! The WH-1000XM5 is designed with advanced noise-canceling technology, allowing you to immerse yourself in your music without distractions. Thank you so much for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sounding 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'm very happy with my Sony WH10000XM5 headphones. The sound quality and the noise canceling is top notch.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi eddie, great! We're glad you are happy with the sound quality and noise canceling feature of your new headphones! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing purchase

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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 for those who enjoy music. Had never had anything with better sound quality and the noise cancellation is unmatched.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Headphones, Amazing! Thank you for the kind words and we’re glad you are enjoying your new headphones! Thank you for choosing Sony! Regards, Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony 1000XM5 is fantastic

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

    Incredible headphones! Great sound quality and great noise cancelling.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi RyanC, Thank you for your feedback on the WH-1000XM5 headphones! We're glad to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality and noise-canceling features. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Top notch!

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

    Top notch! ANC is awesome and sound quality is simply super. Stylish.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi VenkatB, We are glad to hear that you are enjoying the WH-1000XM5 headphones! They are indeed known for their top-notch Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and excellent sound quality. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Simply the best!

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

    Amazing all around! I use them regularly for my flights. Super easy to pair with my phone and the sound quality is top notch. Shut out the outside world with these world class, noise canceling over the ear headphones by Sony!

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

      That's great! Thank you for reaching out to us today. We're always happy to hear from you. We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality and industry leading noise canceling 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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    If you don’t know now you know .

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

    I love the purchase and I love that I can also use the headphones as gaming headphones for PS5. Battery life is amazing w/ iPhone , and live that app that helps the headphones go into different sound quality modes.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Japan2brklyn,

      Thank you for reaching out to us today! We're always happy to hear from you. We're glad to hear that you love the battery life and sound quality of the headphones for your gaming experience. 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