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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6170 reviews

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Headphone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very comfortable and fast shipping. They are exactly what I was looking for

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi FernandoB!
      Thanks so much for sharing your feedback with us.
      It is fantastic to know that these WH-1000XM5 were exactly what you were looking for! We’re so glad they arrived quickly and are feeling great on your ears.

      We appreciate you choosing Sony!
      Best regards,
      Estefany Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Broke after 7Mo and Sony says it’s normal

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    They were awesome for 7months yep! You read that right. I’m a Developer in my mid 40’s with Autism so I wore them all the time. I was meticulous with how I cared for them as I do with all my things but especially my precious headphones. They broke at the joint where the cup meets the headband for no reason. By that I mean I wasn’t stretching them, laying in them, I didn’t drop them, smash them I just picked them up off the desk and the cup dangled. They still work. But here’s the best part. My “warranty” would be considered manufacturer because it’s been less than a year and Sony says they don’t cover “cosmetic defects as a result of normal wear” is that so!? So that’s normal?? Then they told me it’s because I did something which I did not. I have $20 Amazon headphones for 3-4 years give me a break. Then the Sony rep said “they are not designed to last very long we can give you a one time $50 discount on a new pair” What a joke!! You can buy them if you can afford what others have called poor craftsmanship because this plastic is cheap crap! And because of how Sony treated me I have wanted to let everyone everywhere know what you are getting into with this product and company. I was loyal for years now never again will they get a penny of my money. 7 months you guys! 7 months!! But that sound awesome for the time

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TheOnlyRealEva,

      We are sorry to hear about what happened. This is definitely not the customer experience we want you to have. We can review your case so we can better understand your situation. You can email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

      Case Number:
      Name:
      Best Buy Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      We take all user input seriously and will make sure your comments reach the appropriate person.

      Sincerely,
      Vincent Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best over-the-ear headphones to exist

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

    Love everything about it. Only complaint is that it isnt completely sweat proof. However, i hit the gym 3-5x a week with low-medium sweat, and i havent had any issues. Every now and then, i pat dry the ear muffs in the bathroom but thats worth the little effort needed to sustain these bad boys. Mic quality is phenomenal. Battery life is great. Features including ANC are unique and very useful for day-to-day users. 10/10 purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AlexanderNabua, We're glad that you are 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. 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

  • 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.

    These headphones are amazing for sound quality and the noise canceling is amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Dev13,

      We are beyond pleased to hear that your WH-1000XM5 headphones are delivering an amazing experience. We’ve poured our latest engineering into the Integrated Processor V1 to ensure that our noise canceling remains world-class, so it is fantastic to know it’s creating a peaceful sanctuary for your music.

      It is equally rewarding to hear that the sound quality is hitting the mark for you. We aim to provide a signature sound that reveals every detail of your favorite tracks, and knowing you’re enjoying that level of clarity makes all our hard work worthwhile.

      Thank you for choosing Sony for your personal audio journey.

      Regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Overall great

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

    Great comfort, sound quality is good, great battery life, great playback controls

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi HansM, Amazing! We're delighted to hear that you like the comfort, sound quality, battery life, and controls. 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

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Not for small heads

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

    I have been using them for 2 months now and I can say that nothing beats the sound quality, they are soft on the ears, but they're just too big for my head. It slides off when I bow my head down. And when wearing it for a long time, it kinda hurts the top of my head where it touches the headband, even though it's padded. Other than those, I don't have any complain.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thanks for commenting, Cher.

      While we are glad to hear your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality and superb performance of your WH-1000XM5, we are really sorry if it didn't fit you well. The WH-1000XM5 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. You may try adjusting the headband slider so that they cover your ears and have more personalized comfort. You may also find the following article helpful:
      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/articles/00015243

      I hope this helps.

      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!

      Best regards,

      Romeo Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    good quality

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

    excellent sound quality, very comfortable in ear ,battery lasts long time ,worth it

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

      Awesome! 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, battery performance, and comfortable 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!

      -David Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MY NEW HEADPHONE

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

    Great sound and a long battery life. Very comfortable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MatthewM, We're thrilled to hear that you like the sound and battery life. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and thank you for choosing Sony! Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    5 stars

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

    I wear them to gym and they connect when I turn them on, and they are comfortable and don't hear everyone else.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello PatrickC,

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      We’re honored to hear that the WH1000XM5 headphones provide you with comfort and reliable connectivity, especially during your gym sessions. Knowing they help you stay focused by blocking out surrounding noise is truly rewarding for our team.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Buy These ASAP

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I didn’t think there was going to be much of an improvement from the xm4’s to the xm5’s but I am pleasantly surprised by these. They sit on my head snug and the ear cups are some of the most comfortable I have used yet. Overall sound quality and noise canceling is next level. I’ll be interested to see just how sony is going to try to improve to the 6’s

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DDOS, Amazing! We're glad that you like the sound quality and 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. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Steal at this price!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The sound clarity on this one is incredible. The older XMs had a bad mic but that has been fixed. It’s even better when you get a price match.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for the fantastic review, Kiran!

      We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the incredible sound clarity of your new WH-1000XM5 headphones! We especially appreciate you noticing the improvements we've made to the microphone system. Our engineers worked hard to ensure crystal-clear voice pickup, so it’s great to know that the upgrade is making a real difference for you.

      It’s also wonderful to hear you were able to take advantage of a price match—nothing beats getting premium Sony technology at a great value!

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      Best regards,

      Gus, Sony Social Media Team sony-global

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great for Travel

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

    They feel fragile, but do sound great. For long flights, the lightness of these headphones is great. While not as impressive as Sony's flagship earbuds, these headphones are still a good product. Highly recommend for travel.

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

      You made the right choice! We're glad that you like the sound quality and comfort of the headphones. Thanks for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good quality and sound I use these for the gym and they sound incredible and blocked noise

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

      We are thrilled to hear you’re enjoying the incredible sound quality and noise canceling during your gym sessions!

      Thanks for choosing Sony.

      Best regards,
      Eliab Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best noise cancellation headphones

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

    These are a great upgrade from the XM4. Sony finally toned down the muddy bass and allowed a good sound signature to come out. Still needed to EQ to make them a bit brighter but fantastic headphones. I use them for 6+ hours at a time with no discomfort. Battery life is crazy good and they charge VERY fast. Connection to two devices works great (iPad and iPhone here). The noise cancellation is the strongest I’ve used on any headphones and it doesn’t create any pressure on my head. Very happy with my purchase.

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

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    love these

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

    I loved these headphones while testing them out on location. I have been contemplating buying these for a while and was waiting for a sale to purchase it. I got tired of using my airpods and they would pop out of my ears quite often. I like the feel of the over the ear headphones. I also enjoy the ambient change in different environments. Good investment.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MayC, Great! 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

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best headphones ever

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

    The noise cancel is an excellent feature, I use them the whole day and never bother me up. It can cancel people talking right behind you. The quality of sound is amazing and also includes the cable to connect them when you don't have battery. Normally I used them 2 days without charge them. it is important ajust them well in your head and ears to help the noise cancelling

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

      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 noise canceling and battery performance 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

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony XM5

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A great gift. Plays great sound. Worth the money and price for good headphones.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi there!

      We are delighted to hear that these headphones made for such a wonderful gift! There is nothing quite like the feeling of unboxing a premium audio experience, and we are thrilled that the sound quality is hitting all the right notes for you. Investing in high-quality gear should always feel rewarding, and it’s great to know you find the WH-1000XM5 truly worth every penny for its industry-leading performance.

      Thank you for letting Sony be the soundtrack to your journey.

      Best regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best ANC and quality

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

    ANC is amazing, I switched from AirPods to this and it has been a great improvement. I recommend these for anyone who is looking for a comfortable and good audio quality headset

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi VictorC, Thank you for the positive review! We're glad you like the amazing noise cancellation, comfortable fit, and great audio quality of your new Sony WH1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Best Buy Employee

    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.

    Great headphones, and I recommend them for any use case, I used them at the gym and have had 0 issues, they manage to stay on. The audio quality is also really good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MoeS,
      Thanks for sharing your 5-star experience! We're thrilled to hear that you're loving the Sony XM5 headphones. It's awesome that they perform well at the gym while delivering excellent audio quality. Thank you for choosing Sony! Enjoy! -Maria Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sound

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

    Great sound for a good price. Easy to set up. Long time in between charging.

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

      That's wonderful to hear! We're so glad you're enjoying the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones! It's fantastic to know you find the sound great, setup easy, and appreciate the long battery life. Thanks for sharing your positive experience!
      Thanks for choosing Sony.
      -Eliab Sony_US