Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/P
- SKU:
- 6594438
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 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.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
The Best
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Product is the best purchase I have made so far. It is little bit expensive but the comfort and the noise cancellation that it provides is the best I could say till the market right now. One of the major con is the they are not foldable.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RahulBunty, Amazing! We're glad that you like the noise canceling 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Amazing Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My wife has the previous version of these and swears by them. Definitely worthy of the praise. Great comfort, sound cancellation and sound quality.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Stephan, thank you for the kind words and we’re glad you like the audio quality, comfort, and noise canceling. Thank you for choosing Sony. Regards, Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Headphones Review
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The product is really good. Sound is clear and noise cancellation is perfect
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Notyours25,
We're excited to hear that your Sony headphones are delivering such clear sound and perfect noise cancellation—thank you so much for the fantastic 5-star rating! The WH-1000XM5's industry-leading noise cancellation really helps immerse you in every note, and we're glad you're enjoying that standout feature.
Thank you for choosing Sony—wishing you a wonderful day!
DiegoV.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Really good sound but flimsy and expensive
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.There are a lot of reviews suggesting these headphones are lacking in durability. I agree with this. I had to get a replacement in the 1st year because one of the speakers were damaged. I had exclusively used the headphones at my office job without ever dropping them or transporting them. The replacement pair I got with the warranty about a month ago are still working normally. When they work, they sound great, though I do find the construction rather flimsy for the price point. I also own Bose QC45 and I find them to be much sturdier with similar sound quality. I will say the noise cancelling on the Sony headphones is significantly better.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DerekE, We're glad that you like the audio quality. Sony takes into consideration all feedback to improve the performance and quality of our products. We're always looking to make Sony better. We appreciate your time sharing this feedback. Thanks! ~Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sone head phones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have look for all different type of headphones. Until I found the sony ones they really are a different type of headphones specially when the bass comes out of them its really great for all type of music. I really will recommend this headphone to anyone
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello MiguelI,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We are delighted to hear that you found them to be outstanding, particularly with their exceptional bass performance and suitability for various music genres. Thank you for your recommendation! We hope you enjoy your new Sony WH1000XM5 headphones!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
WH1000XM5 over ear BlueTooth Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very comfortable... very easy (no cord), nice Noise-Canceling capability.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RickyF,
Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're glad to hear that you like the comfortable design and noise canceling of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Comfort
Best headphones on the market
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Have been using it for the past 7 months and I haven’t had a single problem with them. They are arguably the best headphones on the market. The bass can’t be matched and they’re really comfortable. Haven’t had a single problem when wearing for long periods of time.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi IvanP, Thank you for the amazing review! We're glad to hear that these headphones have been working great so far. And good to know bass response, comfortable fit, and overall performance of your Sony XM5.
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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Not Better Than Bose Ultra or Momentum 4
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Pretty good ANC headphones but the found the ear cups too small and shallow, not very comfortable to use. The stock sound is terrible, will need to EQ in the Sony app, but after EQ sound is not bad.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kendall! Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback on the WH-1000XM5 headphones. We're sorry to hear that the earcups weren't as comfortable as you'd hoped and that the initial sound profile didn't quite meet your expectations.
We understand that comfort is key, especially during long listening sessions, and we appreciate you bringing the earcup size and depth to our attention. This kind of feedback is valuable as we're always looking for ways to improve our designs.
It's great to hear that you were able to customize the sound to your liking using the Sony Headphones Connect app's EQ settings! We're also glad that you found the Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) to be effective – it's something we're very proud of with the WH-1000XM5.
Thanks again for your honest review and choosing us. Your insights are helpful for us and for others considering these headphones. If you have any further questions or suggestions, please don't hesitate to reach out!
Best regards,
Gus
Sony Social Media Team
Headphone
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fit perfectly!! Nice product!! Best purchase!!!.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AlessandraM,
Thank you for the fantastic 5-star review! We are immensely pleased to hear that the WH-1000XM5 headphones fit you perfectly and that you consider them your Best purchase! Comfort and quality are top priorities, and we are thrilled you are enjoying them.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Incredible headphones.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Some of the best sound quality and noise cancelling i have ever experienced. Lightweight, well built and easy to use.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Businessface, We're pleased to hear that you're enjoying your new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Don’t headphones changed my life
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Gotta be honest returned them because they are notttt for the gym!!! You can’t get them wet or moist at all it says don’t sweat in them on the Manual. Extremely sad, amazing sound quality , comfort and noise cancellation out of this world
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SamanthaZ, While we're glad that you like the sound quality , comfort and noise cancellation, we regret that the headphones had to be returned. While the WH1000XM5 units don’t have an IPX rating, these can be worn in the gym. For more serious workouts, we suggest our headphones specifically designed for that task. Check out our WF-C500s and the WF-1000XM4s.
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 for your feedback. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Amazing
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They sound incredible, recommended, I loved the color and they are very comfortable
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AlejandroM, we're glad that you are enjoying your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Cons mentioned:Foldability
Why don’t they fold?
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Loved the color and this is one version higher than my previous headset however, this version has such a large footprint. It doesn’t fold so the carrying case is large. I didn’t set it up, went back and upgraded to the 6.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi 3angels,
We appreciate your honest feedback on the design of this particular headset. While we're glad you loved the color and the quality, we understand your point about the larger footprint and the non-folding design impacting portability, especially when compared to your previous model. We continuously strive to balance sound quality, features, and design, and user feedback like yours is incredibly valuable as we refine our products.
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a good day!
-DiegoV
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Excellent product and service
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had a great experience with this product. The quality exceeded my expectations, delivery was quick, and the customer service was responsive and helpful.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello AryanC,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're beyond pleased to hear about your great experience with the WH-1000XM5 headphones! It's wonderful to know that the audio quality has exceeded your expectations and that you found both the delivery process and Best Buy customer service responsive and helpful. Your experience motivates us to continue delivering high-quality products.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Amazing Quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones fall nothing short when it comes to quality and comfort by far in my opinion the best headphones on the market !!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi WilmerO, Great! We're thrilled to hear that you like the quality and comfort. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Incredible sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality (especially if you download the sound connect app and customize the equalizer) but my only grievance would be in the design. Having had multiple pairs of these I would recommend the six’s because they seem to have a better build quality.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Maddy,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're very glad to hear that you're enjoying the sound quality of your WH-1000XM5 headphones, especially with the ability to customize the EQ in the Headphones Connect app. That's definitely the way to unlock their full potential! We also appreciate your candid thoughts on the design and your recommendations for future models. We're always striving to improve, and your insights are truly valuable.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Great sound!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise cancellation is really good and plays good sound for music. I really enjoy the touch sensor control on the headphones and especially the quick attention. It feels light so I can wear for a long period of time. I like the color and minimal design.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi viavee,
Great! We're glad that you like the noise canceling function, sound quality, touch controls, weight, 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Excellent
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound, comfort, connect to multiple devices, and great noise cancellation.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dblock, Fabulous! We're extremely pleased to hear that you are enjoying the excellent sound quality, comfort, ability to connect to multiple devices, and the impressive noise cancellation of your WH-1000XM5. Thank you so much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony! - Romeo
- 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
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Love everything
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love them! I use them everyday and the battery lasts almost all day. They stay on well and the audio quality+noise canceling makes them that much better:)
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Aurora, Great! We're delighted to hear that you're enjoying your WH1000XM5. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin