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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6393 reviews

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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92%would recommend to a friend

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.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headphones - look no more

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

    I bought these headphones for my daughter and she absolutely loves them! I tried them at the store and confirmed the good reviews. Good buy indeed

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

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Missing something

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had high hopes for this but it fell kinda short. Sound and bass are decent but nothing super noteworthy

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Jeff, Thanks for your feedback! We're glad that you're enjoying your new headphones. If you haven't tried it yet, you can customize the settings to suit your listening preference via Headphones Connect app.

      Should you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

      Name:
      Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      Sincerely, Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best!

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

    My son loved it so much! He bought different kind of headphones but si far this is the only one the exceeded his expectations.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Maria, We're glad that your son likes his 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

    Amazing

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

    Absolutely stunning. I don't ever think ill need any other headphones.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi BestBuyCustomer592, We’re glad you like the WH1000XM5! Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    They’re great. The noise canceling feature is one of the best I’ve experienced.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi CodydL We're delighted to hear that you like the noise canceling feature. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Headphones

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

    Bought these noise canceling head phones for my son. He was going on a trip and used them on the plane.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JonB, We're delighted to hear that your son likes his new new headphones. We're glad that you are enjoying 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Comfortable headset

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

    I like the noise canceling feature. Only complaint is callers cannot hear me on Microsoft teams if my phone bluetooth is connected.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TinaB, We're glad that you like the noise canceling function of your new headphones. We're also sorry to hear that you're having issues when using the headphones with Microsoft teams. To use your headphones for video calls on your computer, you need to make sure that the Speaker and Microphone settings are set correctly. Otherwise, the voice of the other party may not be heard or the other party may not hear you.

      Before we walk you through the settings, it's important that you know the different types of Bluetooth® profiles and what they are used for. Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) is intended to playback music. The Hands-free Profile (HFP) and Headset Profile (HSP) are intended for voice calls.

      Depending on the video calling app, the voice call may not be available when connected using the A2DP profile, so make sure to select the HFP/HSP profile when you want to use the headphones for video calls.
      For more details, please check our support website and look for "How to use Bluetooth headphones for video calls on a computer" article.

      I hope this helps but if you still need assistance, do not hesitate to drop us an email at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

      Name:
      Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      Sincerely,
      Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best head phones i own

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great Noise Cancel. Perfect for air travels. Completely blocks out aircraft noise.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KevinC, Thank you for the amazing review! We're thrilled to hear you like the exceptional noise canceling feature of your Sony WH1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    amazing 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 really do live up to the hype. i went in a little skeptical because i wasn’t sure just how good they would be, bur they exceeded my expectations!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi anon, we're glad you are enjoying our newest industry-leading noise canceling 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. Thank you for choosing SONY unit. ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great noise cancelling

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

    I really underestimated the noise cancelling on this, I sometimes cant even hear myself with it on!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi CoolRanch, we're glad you are enjoying the noise canceling feature of our product! 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. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Just Not It

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

    I was pretty disappointed with the XM5s. Aesthetically less pleasing than last generation (opinion), no clear improvement in sound eq, noise cancellation doesn’t seem any better than cheaper headphones, AND there’s the subscription for using a feature on them??? My biggest complaint would the comfort on the ear cups. The material gets very warm and eventually sweaty if you use them an extended period of time. Overall, I think you can buy better at a similar price point.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AydanR, Thanks for sharing your experience with the new Sony XM5 Wireless headphones. We're sad to hear that you are not impressed with it. Our WH-1000XM5 has a slider that you can use to adjust the length of the headband to get the best fit and for comfortable listening experience. Note: If you put on the headset without adjusting the slider, the headset may not be positioned properly on your head, resulting in discomfort or a weak noise canceling effect. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have a built-in equalizer on the Sony Headphones Connect app which can be customized to fine-tune your music to your liking. You may also find different devices will perform better than others, as will different apps due to different types of audio compression and transmission. If the effect of noise canceling is not sufficient, you may refer to this link for troubleshooting steps to isolate and fix this issue: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/articles/00267839

      If you need further assistance with your device, you may reach us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details :

      Full Name:
      Best Buy Username:
      Telephone Number:
      Sony Model Number:
      Additional Information regarding your experience with the unit:

      We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope to speak to you to resolve this matter.

      Sincerely,
      -Craig Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best NC hesdphones

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

    Much more comfortable than older models with better aound and nc too boot.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Manku, Awesome! We're glad that you like the sound quality, noise canceling function, 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It's the best

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this headphone, and it is the best!! It came so quickly and with a nice package. It definitely worths the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Melanr, You've made an amazing choice! We're glad to hear you feel that the WH1000XM5 is worth its price. 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good

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

    Really good, just hate that it’s super quiet. The quality itself is great just want it louder

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi EdgarN95, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We're glad you like it. We're sorry to hear that you have an issue with your Sony unit. For low sound level, please follow this link:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534511.html?search=low%20sound%20level

      If you require any additional support with regard to this product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:

      Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Headphken

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

    [Employee of bestbuy] I like em veey very very veey veey very very very very mucb thank yiu hest buy

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Runndog, Awesome! We're thrilled to hear that you're 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

    Great choice

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was very impressed with these Sony headphones. I made a wise choice to purchase these over the other brand.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DavidD, We're glad that you are very impressed with your 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

    Awesome very much worth the money.

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

    Everything works very well. I was concered about connectivity with samsung devices bit connects well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Daniela 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Look no further

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great option for traveling. Noise canceling works awesome. Definitely recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DanielN, We appreciate your feedback! We're also glad that you're enjoying the WH1000XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Headphones

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

    I like the features of the sony headphones they do feel cheap and sometimes it seems like they will fall off and in the sun your ears do sweat.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Flowaz, We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best headphones!

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love my Sony headphones! the noise canceling works so good! better than Beats by Dr. Dre any day!

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

      That's awesome! We're glad to hear that you love the noise canceling of your new Sony 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