Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/B
- |
- SKU:
- 10104664
Customer reviews
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6187 reviews
(6,187 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Sound Quality4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Connectivity4.7
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good quality sound
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I use it for tv listening so I am not looking for headphones of audiophile quality, just clear dialogue. Sound quality is great so it meets my needs. A little pricy so I hope the plastic holds up and does not start breaking like my last pair (a different brand).
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Posted .Hi SCCL, Excellent! We're delighted to hear that you like the 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones I’ve ever had. The noise canceling is amazing. While flying you can’t hear the plane at all. Music sounds amazing.
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Posted .Hi EddieD, We're glad that you like the features of your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony did it.
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product! I had read the reviews of all the best noise cancellation headphones and kept coming back to this product. Good choice and i would recommend.
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Posted .Hi AdebunmiG, You've made an excellent choice! We're pleased to hear you like the exceptional noise cancellation of your Sony WH1000XM5. We appreciate the recommendation and thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
great headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.great headphones, recommend for work use more than working out!
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Posted .Hello Anonymous,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're honored to hear that you find the WH1000XM5 headphones great for work use. It’s fantastic to know they provide the comfort and sound quality you need during your workday. Your recommendation means a lot, and we hope they continue to enhance your productivity and focus.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good headphones, great sound but the design isn't the most comfortable especially for active people
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Posted .Hi VictorG, Thank you for the fantastic 5-star rating! We're thrilled to hear that you love your new headphones. We appreciate your feedback about the design. To ensure a secure fit, we suggest adjusting the headband slider according to your preference. Enjoy your listening experience! -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Epic
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fantastic sound quality and comfort. Best headphones I have owned.
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Posted .Hi Jarvis, Thanks for the feedback/review. 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. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Bought 2nd Pair
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Just bought a second pair for my wife. These headphones not only have the audio quality of the XM4's. The call quality is phenomenal. My wife works from home and takes calls with these. She absolutely loves them.
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Posted .Hi BrandonH, That's awesome! We are thrilled to hear that your wife absolutely loves her new Sony WH1000XM5 wireless noise canceling headphones. You chose the best for her. Thank you for trusting Sony! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Good product, just had issues
||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
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Posted .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
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
As expected, Sony lives up to its reputation.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are the best headphones of my 58-year life. BEST...
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Posted .Hi JuneK,
We are honored to hear that the WH-1000XM5s are the best headphones you've experienced! It is wonderful to know that our reputation for quality and noise-canceling technology has lived up to your expectations.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love these headphones! Especially for the gym, I used covers to protect from the sweat getting in! I would recommend this and very good noise canceling!!
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Posted .Hi mich, We're glad that you are enjoying your WH1000XM5. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great :)
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The price is a little bit high but noise canceling is excellent
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Posted .Hi Duvancho303, Great! We're glad that you like the 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
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Head phones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones sound great and they are very easy to use and pair to any device
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Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, JacindaC!
We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality of your WH-1000XM5 headphones! Delivering a premium audio experience is our top priority, and we’re so glad they are hitting the mark for you.
It’s also great to know that you’re finding the pairing process quick and easy. We designed these with "Multipoint Connection" and fast-pairing technology to make switching between your favorite devices as seamless as possible, so we’re happy to hear that feature is making your life easier!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony Headphone
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Incredible sound! Comfortable! Best I've ever used!
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Posted .Hi ChillinInFL, 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These were exactly what i was looking for the quality is perfect and the sound blocker works so well i am definitely going to get another pair
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Posted .Hi IselaV, Awesome! Glad to hear your purchase went well and these headphones suits your needs and expectations. It's wonderful to know that you are enjoying the super sound quality and excellent noise cancellation of your WH-1000XM5. Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review! Our team will definitely be happy to read what you wrote. We look forward to seeing more of your reviews in the future. Have a great day! -Jess
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Dan Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My husband absolutely loves them. Uses them all the time
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Posted .Hi PatCollins,
It brings us great satisfaction to hear that your husband is enjoying his new headphones and using them all the time!
We are glad he is experiencing the benefit of the two processors controlling eight microphones, which work together to deliver unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. It is also wonderful to know he is enjoying the awe-inspiring audio quality made possible by the newly developed driver, DSEE Extreme™, and Hi-Res audio support.
Thank you for trusting Sony.
Best regards,
Dominick
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Durability
||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.
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Posted .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
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Failed in under 1 yr and Sony refused warranty
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Product has a high failure rate for the hinge joint between the head "strap" and the ear cup (see other 1 star reviews). Mine failed in after approximately 9 months of regular use (Aug-2024 thru May-2025). This defect is a systemic issue which can be found anecdotally in numerous places online. Similar issues have been acknowledged by Sony with other products such as the WH-ULT900N. While it should have been covered under warranty, which covers 1 year for "hardware components packaged with the product" from "issues caused by defects in material or workmanship during ordinary customer user", Sony refused to cover my claim and indicated I would have to pay out of pocket for repairs. The product is has a faulty design that is common across Sony products and the refusal to acknowledge the warranty has put me off other Sony products in general. With little other recourse, I've written this review and submitted a ticket to the Better Business Bureau.
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No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Anonymous, we're genuinely sorry to hear about the experience you've had with the Sony - WH1000XM5. We understand how frustrating this situation must be for you, especially knowing that the unit is still within warranty. This is not the experience we want for our customers. We'd like to evaluate your case please email the information below to socialsupport@am.sony.com so we can better assist you.
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We'll be expecting to hear from you again! Thanks for considering Sony products.
Best regards, -Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Don’t Hesitate
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones were definitely worth the investment. I bought them for my husband and he loves them. Sound quality is awesome as well as the noise cancellation. I would definitely recommend. Great value for the price.
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Posted .Hi GerbilT, This is great! We're glad that you love the sound and noise canceling function. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Not the newest, but still amazing.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I Love these headphones! I know that the new ones are out, but these are great value.
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Posted .Hi WilliamG,
We feel privileged to know how much you love your Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones!
It's excellent to hear that you find them to be a great value. Even as technology evolves, the XM5 continues to deliver a premium experience. Thank you for your support and for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Accurate description
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great buy comfortable great sound also i do recommend it
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Posted .Hi Steve, That's awesome! We're happy to hear these headphones deliver amazing features, exceptional noise canceling feature, and you're enjoying listening to high-fidelity music all in a lightweight, comfortable design. 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 offering a fantastic rating on the product! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess





















