Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/B
- SKU:
- 10736396
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 are positive about the product's exceptional sound quality, comfort, and impressive battery life, also appreciating its lightweight design, good bass, and snug fit. However, customers are negative about its portability, price, and occasional connectivity issues. Some also note that the volume could be louder and express a desire for water resistance.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
GREAT HEADPHONES! Can’t put them down!
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Really good headphones! I used to have Bose, but they broke after awhile. I’d definitely recommend these for comfort and features.
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Posted .Hi NicholasK, this is great! We're thrilled to hear that you like the comfort and features of your new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome audio quality, great sound quality when taking phone calls and listening to music. Would definitely buy these again.
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Posted .Hello ManuelS,
Thank you for the trust and for purchasing our WH1000XM5. We are truly happy to hear that you are pleased with the audio quality of our XM5. You can now enjoy clear phone calls and amazing music. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
They are decent headphones but not great
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The head band is just not comfortable for me. I'm also not a huge fan of the sound on these. The spatial audio is not top tier for gaming and the bass is relatively washed out. I do like the ear cups though. Also the ANC is hands down some of the best in the game as far as over ear is concerned.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi STRG, we appreciate your time sharing your feedback on the WH-1000XM5 headphones.
Regarding the headband comfort, you might find it helpful to ensure that you are wearing the headphones correctly. Adjusting the sliders so that the headband touches softly on the top of your head can improve comfort.
For the sound quality, you can try adjusting the sound quality mode using the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app. There are two modes available: "Priority on sound quality" and "Priority on stable connection." Switching to "Priority on sound quality" might enhance your listening experience.
Ref: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534501.html
Should you need further assistance, you can email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com.
Regards,
Erin
Very good
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They are very good, you don't hear noise around you
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Posted .Hello HerbertV,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn't be happier to hear that the WH1000XM5 headphones effectively block out surrounding noise, allowing you to enjoy your audio in peace. It’s rewarding to know our technology is making a positive difference in your listening experience.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Good
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Satisfied with the noise-cancelling quality and comfort, but occasionally the headphones will shut off when I am actively using them.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello NikaM,
While we're happy that you are satisfied with the noise canceling feature and comfortability of our XM5, we're sorry to hear that you are having issues like the unit shuts off by itself while using it. This is not the news we want to hear. Please allow us to help. If the headphone shuts off in the middle of using it, you may not be wearing it properly.
Here are some troubleshooting steps that you can check:
- When you wear the headset over a cap, cloth, a scarf, hair, etc., wearing detection may not work properly. The automatic power off function may trigger and the headset may be turned off automatically. Wear the headset so that your ears are inside the earpads.
- When the automatic power off function is set to [Do not turn off] on the [System] tab of the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app, wearing detection will continue to work and the symptom may be improved.
- Make sure the battery is fully charged.
Should you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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We are more than happy to assist you.
Regards,
Marco
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Excellent Purchase
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound is amazing, and the noise cancellation is fantastic! They are a fingerprint magnet, but otherwise I find these to be a great pair of headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Cory, 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. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
First Time buying headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.First time getting some headphones for music! It’s a big game changer! They feel really good and the battery life is great!
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Posted .You made the right pick, SergioG! We're glad you're happy with your purchase. Make sure to keep your device's firmware up to date to enjoy all its features. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Excellent noise canceling and sound
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We used these on flights to Europe and back. Excellent noise cancellation and sound. Easy to set up and use.
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Posted .Hi RobertaD,
That's awesome! We're happy to hear that you like the noise canceling and sound quality of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony and enjoy your headphones!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound and clarity. Noise cancellation works perfect
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Posted .Hi Basso, we're glad that you are enjoying your new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
perfect headphones
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Perfect headphones for listening to music and staying focused with the noise cancellation perfect headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi OscarV, We're glad that you like the noise canceling function. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing headphones.
|Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] Awesome loved them, best sound quality I’ve heard in a while!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Anonguy, Great! We're glad that you like the audio quality of your headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Great
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They’re really great and help block out the noise around
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Posted .Thank you for the review, RaeT!
We are so happy to hear that your WH-1000XM5 headphones are doing a great job of blocking out the world around you! With two processors controlling eight microphones, we designed these to provide our best noise canceling yet, especially for high-frequency sounds. It’s wonderful to know they are helping you find some peace and quiet!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Portability
I wish I could keep it, but...
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A fantastic noise canceling headset with a fatal flaw. For my use case, which is plane travel, the lack of foldability and the HUGE rigid case makes it impossible to keep. Even though it is the best NC.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi OliverUWS, we glad that you like the noise canceling function. We appreciate all of your feedback as it helps us improve 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Solid for office and travel
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality and noise cancelling are both great. Very clear and crisp, I do wish they were collapsing like the previous generations but not a huge issue. The only con are the "touch" controls as they can be a struggle
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SergioH, We are glad that you like the sound quality and noise canceling feature of your Sony wireless headphones. With our WH-1000XM5 headphones, you can enjoy magnificent sound quality which is engineered to perfection and have a battery life that can last up to 30 hours with quick charging (3 min charge for 3 hours of playback). With 8 total microphones, these headphones are our biggest step forward in noise canceling technology. For everyday convenience, just Speak-to-Chat and Quick Attention mode stop your music and let in ambient sound. Please make sure to update the firmware of your headphones to improve their performance and resolve any possible software-related issues: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wh-1000xm5/software/00278246. We take all user input seriously and will make sure your comments reach the appropriate person. Should you need further assistance, you can email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The headphones had great quality out of the box, but you can improve it by the eq options on their app. 10/10 recommend them
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Posted .Hi IsratMiah,
Many thanks for the 5-star rating! We're delighted to hear your satisfaction with your WH1000XM5 headphones. We always strive to deliver the best quality with our products. Thanks for the recommendation and for choosing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
expensive but very much worth
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.some of the absolute best noise cancelling headphones on the market, yes they are expensive but very much worth it
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Posted .Hi LufaKlaskie, Fantastic! We're very happy to hear you feel that the WH1000XM5 is worth its price. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Cons mentioned:Volume
Not what I expected
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was about to replace my Bose headphones with a new pair, but was also interested in these, after reading couple of reviews. Listened to advice of a salesperson who told me these will be 100% better in all aspects. I tried them both at the store and the sound of these was pretty pretty good and the volume great. Today I have them on for maybe 10th time and I wish I have never switched to Sony. The noise canceling is awful and not comparable to Bose whatsoever. When on a flight, I sometimes used my Bose QC with noise cancelling and no music to avoid hearing people around me. That doesn’t work with Sony. Volume - never gets loud enough. I am not sure how the store sample was set up, but Ive tried everything and it’s just ok. Swiping sensor works maybe half of the time. Woke, skipping or shuffle… You name it. I wish I have opened them and tried them on within the return policy timeframe because I would be having Bose again.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Lulu, Thank you for your feedback regarding the WH1000XM5 headphones. I'm sorry to hear about the issues you're experiencing with noise canceling, volume, and the touch sensor.
For the noise canceling issue, please ensure the headphones are worn properly, as an improper fit can significantly affect the noise canceling performance. You can also try adjusting the settings using the Sony | Headphones Connect app. Make sure the Adaptive Sound Control is turned off and manually set the Noise Canceling function to its maximum level. If the issue persists, you might want to reset or initialize the headphones to see if that resolves the problem. For more details, please refer to this link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534745.html
Regarding the volume not being loud enough, it might be helpful to check the volume settings on both the headphones and the connected device. Additionally, ensure that any volume limiting features on your device are disabled.
For the touch sensor issues, make sure the sensor area is clean and free from any obstructions. If the problem continues, resetting the headphones might help.
If these steps do not resolve the issues, please consider reaching out to Sony support through this link: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/service?language=en_US.
for further assistance. Or email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
Name:
Username:
Model Number:
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Sincerely,
Sam
- Cons mentioned:Price
Not budget friendly
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome, however I believe the price is a little high for what you get. I would recommend getting the m4 rather than these. All in all, if budget isn’t an issue, then these are perfect.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Nathan, We're thrilled 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 Quality
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones! The touch features are really cool, and the controls are smooth.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .HI MariaC,
That's great to hear! We are thrilled you love your WH-1000XM5 headphones and are enjoying the cool and smooth experience of the touch controls. We designed them for an intuitive and premium listening experience!
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Jon
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Goodbye for the money very good set of headphones would highly recommend.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Rambo, Amazing! We're delighted to hear you like your new Sony WH1000XM5. We appreciate the recommendation and thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam