Customer Ratings & Reviews

Phenomenal headphones, ANC, noise isolation, pass through mode, comfort, battery life. These headphones are worth it

These are amazing! The sound quality is really nice and they never hurt my head even after hours of wear. The battery life is also wonderful and the app is great. Love these.

Ended up exchanging my Apple AirPod Max's for these and man was it worth it. There is no denying that Apple headphones are built impeccably, however after two days of wear I just couldn't get over how heavy they were. I was getting a headache after like an hour of wearing them. I had previously done extensive research on both sets of headphones but ultimately chose Apple for the name and design but for the price point, I just couldn't get over how uncomfortable I found them to be. Once I exchanged them for the Sony XM5s, it was like night and day. I can wear these for hours on end they are so comfortable. I noticed no difference in sound, or noise cancellation in comparison to Apples. The only real difference I noticed was that Apple's transparency mode is def a little stronger, but that was not super important to me. Sure the Sony-XM5s are not built quite as sturdy as Apples, but they are so much more comfortable for long wear, way more customizable in my opinion, and cheaper! The battery life also lasts much longer than Apples. Truly worth the investment in my opinion.

They don't beat a Sennheiser wired headphone, but for a wireless set, they have excellent sound quality, good battery life, amazing extra features (like the ability to make adjustments with finger touches on the outside casing) and are very comfortable. They have never lost a connection with my phone, and do a good job in both ambient sound mode and with noise cancellation. My two quibble with these headphones are that in terms of noise cancellation, they are not as good as Bose headsets that I have had in the past, and that for what you get from Sony, they are actually a little pricey. I have an earbud set (off-brand) that gets you most of these features for 1/3 the price, The WH-1000XM5 also has a wired mode, that I have never needed or tried, but it's cool that it's there. The zippered carry case come with the set, and it's nice for use inside backpacks or suitcases, but won't hold up by itself for heavy travel. You will appreciate the quality level of the build and they have been decent at the gym as long as you aren't kickboxing or turning upside down a lot. Overall, worth getting if you need an over the ear set, but not if you just need a basic wireless headset.

The Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones are a game-changer in audio technology. With exceptional noise cancellation, crystal-clear call quality, and stunning Hi-Res Audio, they deliver an immersive listening experience. The comfortable design and impressive 30-hour battery life make them perfect for long sessions. Intuitive touch controls and dual Bluetooth connectivity offer seamless usability. Safety features like sound pressure monitoring ensure healthy listening habits. Whether you're a music enthusiast, frequent traveler, or professional, these headphones blend cutting-edge technology with luxurious comfort, making them an essential accessory for anyone seeking premium audio quality and versatility.

I purchased these headphones as a replacement for BOSE. What a world of difference. The sound is crisp and clear with zero interference. Making phone calls results in clear, easy to understand communications. The headphones are light, comfortable and easy to wear. Battery life is also a plus.

Bought this 2022 and 3 years later they still work the same as when I bought them. The noise canceling is my favorite part. It’s very light weight which I love makes it very comfortable to wear. 100% recommend you get these they are amazing. Battery life is still good 3 years later.

I had the Sony XM3 version and really liked it. These were the newer model and had rave reviews so I got one. The sound is outstanding and they feel lighter and less bulky than the XM3. The battery life is excellent and lasts me all day and then some. That said... I absolutely hate that they took the voice away telling you the different system statuses that the XM3 had. Now its just a random tone. I can't tell if I'm properly in pairing mode. Can't tell what listening mode you're in either. It's just a beep. Bring back the sexy voice that let you know you were in ambient noise mode! Oh, and for $400 you should absolutely include the charging block, ya cheap skinflints! These two things kept it from getting all 5 stars. Otherwise, a great purchase (if not a tad steep).

Very well built and premium quality headphones. Strong bass and and great battery life. Super comfortable and love it comes works via bluetooth and aux cable. I dont get disconnected via bluetooth like many other headphones. Only con is, it does not have the foldable cups like its predecessor, XM4s.

Absolutely love them. I use them for the gym and for when I'm out an about. The sound quality and the noise cancelation are amazing. Really feels like im just surrounded by the sound. THE BATTERY LIFE IS MY FAVORITE... it lasts sooooo long and i love that they turn off on their own after some inactivity (when music isnt playing)

I bought these headphones two weeks ago and without a doubt this is the best set of headphones I have ever used. I wear eyeglasses and one of the biggest issues I have had with most headphones is that they are not comfortable when wearing eyeglasses. These fit great and don't push the ears of the glasses into my head when wearing them. The noise cancelling is great. WIthout listening to music or watching a show, it cancels or muffles most sounds that are of average volume. Listening to music with the noise cancelling active eliminates everything. Which is great for me as there are certain sounds that drive me nuts, especially when someone is blasting their music outside of my apartment. Another great aspect to these is that the sound doesn't bleed out. Granted I haven't tried listening to my music at full blast but my wife can't hear my music when I have these on. The battery life is excellent as well. Depending on the volume used, I've had the battery last over 40 hours. I like the carrying case as it will help decrease the wear and tear when I take these into the office. It is a bit on the larger side but not enough to be a nuisance or problem. All in all this is definitely worth the price tag.

I am all about the built in codecs as an audiophile. This headset might not be as power punching with the bass but it is enough to satisfy a bass loving person like me. As far as listening to Tidal (best audio formats) or Apple music app or any Dolby Atmos shows from any app like Netflix or Prime, this headset kills the competition. It has the availability to cuntomize your EQ through the Sony headset app and fine tune to your ear shape as well. This is my go to headset for everything, even Zoom, Microsoft Teams meetings as well thanks to noise cancelation which gets an 8 out 20 for me. I am in medical and we have a lot of noise coming from everywhere and this headsets work really good. Don’t get me going on the battery life, it’s amazing and lasts for days since I only use it for about 1-3 hours daily.

Sony - WH1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling Are excellent. The sound is amazing. I’ve had them for ver a year without any problems. This is actually my second pair. The Sony WH1000XM4 headphones being my first ones (I gave to my sister and she loves them too). The Blue is Fabulous. They are light and comfortable I often forget I have them on. The App for the Sony Headphones is great to use with both models. It’s an all around cool experience!

These headphones are privy. $399 isn’t a joke. However, it’s worth it to me because I use my headphones for 5+ hours a day. They practically live on my head/neck. I already had the XM4 which had some of the best noise cancelling on the market and these just push that forward. The first thing I noticed was the comfort. These felt like literal pillows on my head. You should try these out, because my description won’t do it justice. These are so comfortable. The second thing I noticed… The noise cancellation is noticeably better. The XM4 were already great, but these are even better. They are more effective at completely blocking out undesired sounds. It’s surreal to be able to walk through normally loud places and hear nothing. The third thing I noticed… The sound EQ and Quality is refined. Previously I had to do heavy adjustments to the EQ because Sony made them heavier on the bass. Now they feel much better straight out of the box. Now, the last thing… these don’t fold. The XM4 fold. A lot of people see that as an issue, but I don’t. The reason for that is two-fold. First of all, one of the major failure points on the XM4/3 units was the hinge. It had the potential to snap after many uses. These don’t have those hinges, so they’re that’s one major point that’s less likely to break. The other reason I don’t mind is because the case isn’t that big. I can still easily fit these in my backpack and now I don’t have to constantly fold and unfold these when I want to put these away. I would highly recommend you pick these headphones up if you’re looking for the best of the best. Anybody who uses these daily will find every cent worth it.

Hello, I have returned and it is time for me to give my review of the wh1000xm5 in the blue color that I bought at my local Best Buy that looks awesome. After they remodeled it the Woodland Hills One to begin with if you're looking for a set of over their ear headphones that will clear out any noise and make it as quiet as possible. Then you're in the right place. Not only are these headphones very very comfortable with their vegan leather material, but they fit on the head like a glove they offer the same battery life as the previous model at 30 hours. But you want the best and noise canceling and comfort you're in the right place the Sony headphones here or everything you need the app offers you a lot of ways to customize your sound profile and everything. You need go ahead and buy them while you can now that today is the last day of the Black Friday deals at 329 with a $70 discount. What more could you want buy them? I recommend them they are truly amazing.

at first i was really scared that i wasted a lot of money and should have bought something cheaper. but over time the fact that i don’t think of the headphones in any other way than “where are they” is so impressive to me, especially coming from the airpods pro. cons - the black ones get hella greasy. but maybe that’s a me problem. maybe i’m the nasty one here. - soft plastic: i got a tiny scratch in the first week of using them. i freaked out. i’ve been extremely careful ever since but i guess i wish they weren’t so soft - app is kinda weird UI imo and i hated the way the two devices would sync up. sometimes when actively using my computer, it would switch to my phone for no reason. i turned it off but it’s not that big of a deal for me to not have two devices at once - i went to do some laundry a couple hundred feet away and the connection was kind of bad, but i honestly haven’t experimented more with it pros - lightweight: i wear glasses and can wear these all day with no problem - sound is amazing, especially after tweaking the EQ - the noise cancellation is great (keep in mind compared to airpods pro) - i love the gesture of holding your hand up to the right side to hear something - they look lovely - the battery is stupid good, i literally have not had them die since i got them because it takes 10/15 min to charge and they’re back on full do i wish they were cheaper? duh. do i regret buying them for 400$? no. i feel like they will last long enough to be worth it :)

Super comfortable, and good sound quality. Good clarity in the bass and clean tones overall. Noise canceling works well. Really enjoy the touch pad for controlling music etc. Two buttons makes it easy to use but still have lots of control over what I want. The app is great, I usually dislike these things however it's easy to use and super customizable but not too much. Great bang for your buck.

Battery life is great, sound quality better then expected and extremely comftable to wear for along time

I have the older version i.e. M4 and thoroughly enjoyed it until it lost it in a travel. M5 has outstanding the audio quality and noise cancellation. The device feels light and soft on ears. Also the controls are easy to use. clear tunes and good bass. I would definitely recommend it. Only con is, its over priced. I would have waited for sale given holidays are just around the corner. :-)

The sound is great for pair of bluetooth headphones! Of course you have to tweek the EQ settings for best results in the Sony Connect app! I love the touch controls, so much easier than finding the buttons on other headphones. There are some buttons on the xm5, a power and a noise cancelling/ ambient button. It has great call quality. The battery last a long time. I get exactly what they said, about 30 hours of battery life. They fit nicely and are comfortable. I do think durability might be an issue if you dont keep good care of them. They do NOT fold up! The headphones come with a case and wire and charging cable. These really do sound better than the xm4s which i also have and the Noise cancelling is better as well. I also want to say, if you listen through the wire it might sound terrible unless you power them on while you listen. You can still use noise cancelling and the battery will last longer if you do it that way instead of normal bluetooth usage!