Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/B
- SKU:
- 10104664
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
to a friend
Happy
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love it , it’s was my life saver in long international fligh, I was sit on a last row on a end , and it’s was super noisy over there , this headphones has noise control option , what was really my life saver , love it , and also I don’t need charge them for 32 hours , what I think it’s wonderful
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KateL, We're delighted to hear that you're enjoying the features of your headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Sony headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very good quality, light weight, excelente noise cancellation
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LuisCA, We're delighted to hear that you like the audio quality, light weight, and noise canceling function. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
The sound quality is awesome.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality is awesome. That alone was worth it, right? not sure about sound quality over WM4, but the fit was a little better for me, so spent more for WM5. I suggest to try the fit before spending so much money, Other things... Instructions were not easy to follow, and a little hard to find. Then case is terrible, so plan to buy a new case immediately. Zipper doesn't work well, and the design is just weird. A rectangular box with a loop and filleted edges would be better and probably cheaper. Now more waste for the landfill. It's a bummer that after spending $400, you still have to find accessories.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi gonzmustang, We're glad that you like the sound quality and fit. We also appreciate your feedback about the case. Your feedback matters as it help us improves our products. 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
Quick professional service
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This headphone is simply top of the line, packed with advanced features. Great quality sound Sony is known for, impressive look
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, HeroldB,
Thanks for the great review! We are delighted to hear you are enjoying your Sony headphones and its comfortable, modern and lightweight design! Do not forget to download the Sony Sound Connect app to explore all the features and options included!
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a nice day!
-DiegoV
I always love this series of Sony headphones but
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I always love this series of Sony headphones but I feel whole this is a grear quality item, the XM5 is not as good as thr XM4. This model doesnt fold. This model also seems to be easier to mark with fingerprints and oils from skin contact. The sound quality is great as I expected and thete is an equalizer app witb presets and you can make customs. The XM4 came with a case that included cords and an airplane adapter. XM5 doesnt inclue the double prong airplane adapter. I still love these but unless XM6 makes some inprovements and take inspiration from thr XM4 I might sit that generation out! Oh yeah.. these give me sweaty ears! These are NOT for the gym or a rainy day. Disappointed in that becuae the ANC is aweaome. Id love ro run in thse but Im sure they woild ger moisture damage
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi theBee,
Thanks for your honest feedback! We're glad you love your Sony WH-1000XM5's sound quality and noise cancellation, but we understand your concerns about the design changes compared to the XM4. Your insights on portability, accessories, and comfort are valuable. We appreciate your loyalty to the series and will share your feedback with our team. If you need any assistance or have questions, feel free to reach out!
Please email the following information to socialsupport@am.sony.com. Apologies if you've already shared this information with customer service — we just want to ensure we have your most accurate details: Full Name: Username: Telephone Number: Additional Information regarding your experience with the headphones.
-Maria
Very Much Worth The $$$
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are great. Really comfortable and the features through the Sony app are so comprehensive. Easily the best I've ever had.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the glowing review, binauralbingus23!
We are thrilled that you’re finding the WH-1000XM5 so comfortable for your listening sessions. We’re also glad you’re diving into the app—we put a lot of effort into making those features comprehensive so you can truly "tune" the headphones to your specific lifestyle.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Great headphone
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excelente headphone, great to work in office. Great baterry.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your fantastic review, EdgardM! It is truly wonderful to know that you are enjoying your WH-1000XM5 and finding them excellent for your work in the office.
We designed the WH-1000XM5 to be the perfect companion for productivity, featuring our industry-leading noise canceling technology to help you focus by silencing distractions. We're also delighted to hear you're impressed with the battery life. Our goal was to create a headphone that could comfortably last through your entire workday and beyond, and it brings us great joy to know we've succeeded.
Thank you again for choosing Sony and for sharing your positive experience with us! We hope you continue to enjoy a great sound experience.
Best regards,
Gus
Sony Social Media Team
**********************BUY IT**********************
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Crisp sound quality, lightweight and dead silent. I was doing dishes and running the vacuum cleaner at the same time and the M5 blocked all the noise. I use these headphones while I am working or meditating. Peace and perfection are the only two words I can use to describe this product. My M4 lasted 4 years before the plastic broke. Over time my M4's developed small stress fractures that eventually gave away. I was naturally upset at first, but it allowed me to purchase and experience the new M5's. A blessing in disguise
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Budakai,
Thank you for that wondeful feedback. We're glad to hear 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!
Regards,
David
These Completely Spoiled Me
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have only one qualm with these headphones, and that's that they have completely spoiled me. I no longer want to listen to music in my car or with other headphones. That's because the sound quality of these is just that good. I feel immersed in the music like I'm in the studio with the artists. The music has much more depth and nuance to it, and I can hear parts of songs that I would have never noticed with cheaper headphones. I really like the software and how easy they make it to customize the audio to your preferences (bass, treble, etc) - even a complete newbie can use it. The one concern I had before buying these was the pressure you feel in your ears from active noise canceling. I felt that a lot when trying on Bose QuietComfort headphones, but that's never been an issue with these. And unlike Bose QC and other headphones, you can also turn off the active noise canceling if it bothers you. TL;DR I can't recommend these headphones enough. If you're on the fence, just send it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Fabiola, We're glad that you're enjoying your new headphones. Sony takes into consideration all feedback to improve the performance and quality of our products and services. We're always looking to make Sony better. We appreciate your time sharing this feedback. Thank you for choosing Sony. ~Erin
Best noise cancelation
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Light weight, great value, super comfortable, it cancels noise great.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MairaR Amazing! We're delighted 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
Great sound and easy to use
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I'm a bit of a Sony fanboy, so take with a grain of salt, but I have yet to be let down by these headphones. The fit over my ears is comfortable and I've worn them for hours at a time. Noise cancellation is perfect and the bluetooth connection hasn't dropped once. I dinged the battery life rating one star since the Sennheiser Momentum 4 manages an absurd 60 hours, but the 30 hours Sony offers has not been an issue. My music sounds great on the XM5s and it works well when plugged into a PS5 controller too!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Salmon, Thank you so much for always choosing Sony! We are glad to hear that you are happy with 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! -Carl
5 Stars Headphone
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality Design Comport One of the best all 5 stars headphone
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jinggaz, Great! We're glad that you like the sound, design, 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
Awesome sound and noise cancellation!
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.You are not ready for how good these sound! The noise cancellation on them is absolutely superb! Sound quality is phenomenal, ease of use and functionality off the charts. It is susceptible to smudges if you have kind of oily hands. The battery life on these headphones are the best I've ever encountered!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TLBryant, Thanks for the positive feedback! We are happy to hear your purchase went well and you are enjoying the exceptional features and function of our industry-leading Noise Cancelation Headphones WH-1000XM5. To keep your Headphones in mint condition and to avoid cracking or peeling of the earpads due to long term contact with bodily fluids e.g. sweat, hair oil or other body oil, always clean them by wiping it with dry soft tools such as cotton swabs, balls, or pads. And always store your headphones in a case or protective bag when not in use. Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review! Enjoy! -Jess
Buy them now.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.best purchase i made in 2024. I love them, outstanding clarity and battery life the noise canceling and speak to chat and auto pause on removal features are awesome.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mitch, We’re thrilled the Sony WH1000XM5 headphones are your best purchase of 2024! It’s great to hear you’re loving the outstanding clarity, battery life, and smart features like Speak-to-Chat and auto-pause. Thanks for choosing Sony! Enjoy! -Maria
Great pair of headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.One things I really love is the case it comes with. Great when carrying them on the go. Good sound and also connects well with my phone
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Posted .Hi OscarL,
We are pleased to hear that you are enjoying your WH-1000XM5 headphones! It is great to know that you find the carrying case convenient for travel and that you are satisfied with the sound quality and phone connectivity. Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Good upgrade from XM4
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I own WH-1000XM3 and XM4. This is very much an upgrade mainly on the noise cancelling and comfort side. I also like the new design.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GorgonSisters, 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
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Wonderful product, light, comfy, amazing sound quality.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ThanhL, You've made an excellent choice! Thank you for upgrading to your new WH-1000XM5 headphones. We're truly delighted to hear that you are enjoying all the improvements we made on these headphones, especially the exceptional sound and all day comfort with an elegant design. Thank you so much for the amazing review and for choosing Sony! -Jess
Sony
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.5 starthe best quality, best sound, and the battery is undoubtedly very durable
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello LizbethH,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're delighted to hear that the WH-1000XM5 has surpassed your expectations with its outstanding sound quality and remarkable battery life. It's incredibly rewarding to know that you view these headphones as a top choice for both performance and reliability.
Best regards,
-Fred
Best headset ever
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is the best headset I ever purchased, high quality, light weight, the noise cancellation is worth the price, my previous one made me felt dizzy when I turn on the noise cancelling everytime, but this one does not, love this headset very much, also recommend to one of my friend. she bought it and love it as well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi geniusrita, We're glad that you're enjoying your WH1000XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Highly Recommend
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great comfort and sound blocking - made the switch from Bose QCII to these. Great battery life too!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SeanO, Great choice! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying your new WH-1000XM5 headphones! 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