Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/B
- |
- SKU:
- 10938526
Customer reviews
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6192 reviews
(6,192 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:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
If you love music, these headphones are for you
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are truly comfortable and the sound quality is great. Very impressed
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Black
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Posted .Hi Tech909, Perfect! You definitely made the right choice! We're so glad you are having an enjoyable listening experience with these headphones. Good to know you appreciate the exceptional comfort that is also noteworthy. 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! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Satisfied
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best noise canceling headphones on the market. Comfortable and stylish.
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Posted .Hi Sammy, We're glad that you are enjoying the noise canceling function, comfort, and style. 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
Expensive but perfect for music lover!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very solid, music sounds awesome through these! The noise cancelling works very well, allows me to get lots of work done with little to no distractions. It's features are really good, plus it's connection quality is great! While they're expensive, they're definitely worth every dollar if you're someone who loves listening to music alot!
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Posted .Hi Devin, Thank you for this amazing review of your WH-1000XM5. We're glad you love the exceptional sound quality, excellent noise cancellation and overall features of 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
best on the market
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.amazing quality, comfortable, best sound quality!!
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Posted .Hi EdonI, We're glad that you like the sound, comfort, and overall 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:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Superb noose cancelling,souns, and comfort. Definitely a good purchase.
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Posted .Hi Oreck, Great! We're glad that you are enjoying the noise canceling function, 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:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Headphones that Ive Owned
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality and noise cancellation. Very comfortable
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Posted .Hi NeilC,
Thank you for the 5-star rating and we're glad to hear that you like the sound quality, noise canceling 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony Noise canceling phones - best out there
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I purchased these phones recently to deal with prolonged medical visits due to cancer. The hospital is busy and noisy - these phones are amazing. They give me the peace and quiet I need to get through my long days. Great value, and amazing sound quality. Highly recommend these if you travel, or just want some IAT (Independent Alone Time) with yourself! Rock on Sony.
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Posted .Hi LDMNH, We're glad that the headphones gives you peace and quiet time. We're also happy to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality. We pray with you for your fast recovery. 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
Best headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought this for my son’s birthday. One of the best headphones I myself has ever tried.
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Posted .Hi Mike,
We are thrilled to hear that the WH-1000XM5 made such a fantastic birthday gift and that you were so impressed after trying them yourself. We strive to lead the industry in noise canceling and audio clarity, and it is wonderful to know that the premium comfort and sophisticated sound profile have left such a lasting impression on both you and your son.
Thank you for trusting Sony to be part of your family's special celebrations.
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best noise canceling headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love love love!! Wanted these for the plane to block all the noise (especially, the engine noise) and WOW! Beyond what I expected. I was actually able to hear my music
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Posted .That's great to hear, Steph! We're glad you are impressed with the noise canceling feature of the headphones. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Weight
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.Great Headphones, very light and comfortable to wear.
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Posted .Hi TimmyTurner, We're glad that you like the light and 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. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Vastly improved mics
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A major redesign, lighter than before. Feels more comfortable to wear.
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Posted .Hi User, 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
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Worse than last version should be half the price
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Returning these ASAP. Great noise isolation best I've experienced, great battery life, super comfortable but sound quality, which is most important, is awful at this price range. Almost underwater sounding and can't properly adjust third party EQ to fix, and the vegan leather doesn't seem it will last too long. Love the 3.5 option though. So overpriced for the quality of audio one gets, worse than xm4. Terrible option for Windows users, can't use Sony app with EQ without Google account and third party software to run app on Windows properly. I can't justify this purchase, maybe if it lived up to Sony's supposed great reputation of pleasing audiophiles like myself, but they're moving backwards with sound quality at this point. Too much focus on being mobile with Bluetooth, time to go back to old school wired for home.
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No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello ChristopherS,
While we are happy that you like the noise canceling capability, battery life and comfortability of our WH1000XM5, we regret to hear your disappointment on the sound quality. This is not the experience nor the news we want to hear from our customers. If you haven't returned the unit yet, please allow us to help and troubleshoot the issue. Here are some troubleshooting links that can resolve the issue.
Low sound quality, or noise or unusual sound can be heard.
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534519.html
About the sound quality mode
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534501.html
Also, check that the headphones are running on the latest firmware version. The software includes key features, applications, bug fixes, and feature improvements.
If you need further assistance, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com.
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- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Sony xm5
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The best headphones I’ve got so far. Best quality especially the voice cancellation mode was in point
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Posted .Hi NehmyaM, that's wonderful to hear! We feel privileged to know you're loving the superb sound and industry-leading noise cancellation of your Sony WH-1000XM5. Their comfy design truly makes them perfect for all-day wear, no matter where you are. Thank you for choosing Sony! Best regards, -Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Noice-Canceling for sure
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So far so good, they really work I can use them all day long no issues .
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Posted .Thank you for sharing your positive feedback on the WH-1000XM5, fastasma! We are delighted to hear that you find them comfortable for all-day use without any issues. Your satisfaction is incredibly important to us, and we're delighted that the headset's performance and usability meet your expectations. If you have any further comments or questions, feel free to let us know.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Gus
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Hands down the best!
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought the NC Bose 700 headphones a couple weeks ago... which did not convince me.. I was very disappointed. I decided to go with these XM5's and at the very first listen i FELL IN LOVE! These headphone sleave the Bose ones in the dust! The sound quality is 10x better, microphones are amazing.. overall I give them 10/10
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Posted .Hi Mando, 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
IMO, the best Bluetooth headphones available!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The are awesome. The noise canceling is very effective and the sound quality is crisp.
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Posted .Hello DangerDave, thank you for the 5-star review! We're delighted to hear that you're enjoying the noise-cancelling and the crisp sound quality of your WH1000XM5 headphones. It's great to know they're enhancing your listening experience. Thank you for choosing Sony! Best regards, -Jenn.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Actually Noise Cancelling
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Omg. I've never purchased such expensive headphones...these were WORTH it. They completely block out sound. I went to a car wash, sat close to the machine tunnel, played music and could not hear the car wash AT ALL. The smart features are super convenient. If they were waterporoof I would never removw them. Super amazing.
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Posted .Hi Marina, Great purchase! We're pleased to hear that you are satisfied with your purchase. 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
The best quality money can buy!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Connects to my phone and work laptop. Nobody at work hears my background noise from home life. I can have my volume on high and nobody else hears it, at all!
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Posted .Hi ShaniB, We're glad that you like the overall quality of your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Cute and comfy
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great quality but the noise canceling is okay, sometimes the controls don’t work accurately but it sounds great
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Posted .Thank you for your feedback and for highlighting the sound quality of the WH-1000XM5, CM009. We're glad to hear you’re enjoying your listening experience.
Regarding your comments on noise cancelling: The WH-1000XM5 uses advanced noise cancelling technology to minimize background sounds, but the effectiveness can vary depending on your environment and how the headphones are worn. If the noise cancelling seems weaker than expected, making sure the headphones fit securely and checking for firmware updates through the Sony | Headphones Connect app may help enhance performance. Additionally, updating and customizing the noise cancelling settings in the app can sometimes make a noticeable difference.
For the controls issue: Occasional touch control inaccuracy can be due to external factors like moisture, debris, or how the headphones are being touched. For the most accurate response, ensure the touch sensor area is clean and dry, and try using deliberate taps or swipes as shown in the user guide. If issues persist, restarting your headphones or resetting settings through the Headphones Connect app may improve responsiveness.
Your feedback is valuable, and we’re always working to improve our products. If you need further assistance with noise cancelling or controls, please contact customer support or visit the Sony support website for more troubleshooting tips.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Gus
Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Headphone
|Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound cancellation is amazing. Very light weight as well
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Posted .Hi Daniel,
Awesome! We're thrilled that you like the noise canceling function and weight 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!
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