Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/B
- SKU:
- 10938526
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 regard the product's sound quality as impeccable, with many also praising its comfort, amazing battery life, and lightweight design. They appreciate the good bass, sleek design, snug fit, and decent active noise cancellation. However, some customers find its portability lacking compared to competitors and note that it is on the pricey side. Additionally, concerns have been raised about inconsistent connectivity and insufficient volume levels.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Battery length
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They are excellent headphones. I have only one problem, the battery is crap compared to the 1000XMS. They do last all day but the older model lasted for 2-3 days. I know more electronics but that's a pretty steep drop-off.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Hikevint,
Thank you for the review and we're glad to hear that you like the headphones. You might have different sound settings from your previous Sony headphones and that might be the reason why the battery last longer. Check this link for more details regarding your concern.
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000541091.html
If you run the settings that is indicated in the link, the available operating time of the battery becomes even shorter. 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. We appreciate your support and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
Get them now
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones EVER. Not only is the music so crisp, but it also does a great job blocking out my mom’s voice!! I can finally be in peace without her asking me to look at her Facebook memes.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Reviewer, 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
amazing quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are hands down the best noise cancelling headphones out there. The ONE drawback... the XM4 could collapse into a smaller form factor for storage. These do not collapse the same way, but they sort of flatten... a bit.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Nicholas, Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the new Sony WH1000XM5 Wireless Headphones. We're happy to hear that you are impressed with its noise cancelling feature. 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. We also appreciate your comment regarding the design. Unlike its previous version, this model does not fold/collapse. However, we take this as a feedback as it can help us improve in the future. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Craig
Poor made comfortable and good sounding headphone
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Pros Great sound quality Very comfortable and lightweight Good looking Cons Poorly made Too many accidental touches on the touch mechanism of ear head Speak to Hear is one of the worst feature which is auto on when. Need to install the app to turn it off for every device you connect Poorly made hinge. Sony has some problem with all their previous headphones where the hinges brake. And they dont want to do anything about it. $400 heaphone poor made hinges not covered in warranty. Not worthy to buy. Luckily I bought it from bestbuy with GeekSquad warranty. So happy that I bought it from bestbuy
No, I would not recommend this to a friendThe only headset you will want
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The best and most comfortable headse. Mind blowing audio quality. Absolutely the best headset available.
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Posted .Hi KeithY, Great! We're glad that you like the sound and comfortable to use. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Amazing
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great Headphones. As always song headphones are the best.
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Posted .Hi ShashankS, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH-1000XM5! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
Best headphones ever
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have tried so many headphones and hated over the ears ones until i used this one and fell in love u cant feel them weighting on ur gead and noise cancelling is excellent
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi VmDb, we're glad you love our product! 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. ~Earl
Good headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sony has improved these in the last two years or so. They are sturdier now. They look better. The interface is a little better. The sound is a good as always.
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Posted .Hi RogerB, Excellent choice! 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
I LOVE THEN
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.i love them! Theyre very comfortable on the ear and very cute! The sound quality is amazing and the noise cancellation is phenomenal!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thanks for commenting, JennaJ! We're thrilled to know that you love your WH-1000XM5 and that you're satisfied with its very comfortable fit design, exceptional sound, and industry-leading noise canceling feature. Thank you very much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony! - Romeo
Here's a review.
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome. Best headphones all around. Comfortable and excellent quality.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AntonioT, We're glad that you love the comfort and over all quality. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
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
Great Headphones
|Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] These are the best headphones on the market. Noise cancellation is elite. Neck and neck with Bose and Beats
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Posted .Hi MichaelA, Amazing! We're thrilled to hear that you like the noise canceling function of your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Great Sound
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.One of the best headphones! Great sound, sound setting, battery life, and are very comfortable to use.
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Posted .Hi ElizabethG, Awesome! Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're truly delighted to hear that we've matched your expectations with your new Sony WH-1000XM5 and you are enjoying the incredible features. Glad to know you appreciate the exceptional comfort, sound quality, great battery life of the unit. Thank you for your purchase and for choosing Sony! -Jess
Sony delivers
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best ANC on the market, and solid on all other factors such as sound, battery life, style, and comfort.
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Posted .Hi JordanW, Amazing! We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the sound, battery life, style, and comfort. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony! Regards, Erin
Song Mx5 headset
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.good quality, love the noise cancellation. purchased in store, super quick and easy very happy purchase
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Posted .Hi AaliyahM, Thank you for the 5-star rating! Good to hear you like the overall quality and top-notch noise canceling of your Sony WH1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Perfect
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Just as advertised, couldn’t be Happier with this purschase
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Posted .Hi Elver, we're glad you are happy with your purchase! Thanks for choosing Sony! Enjoy you new headphones! ~Earl
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.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
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
Awesome Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really enjoy my Sony - WH1000XM5. The noise cancellation is tremendous so I may listen to my stuff with no outside interference.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Pman This is great. We're very pleased to hear that you're enjoying the noise canceling function of your new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
So happy with these headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones! Tried out several in this price range and fell in love with these. So comfortable and the noise cancelling and sound quality is superb.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello JacobM, Thanks for sharing your feedback. We are glad that you love your Sony wireless noise canceling headphones. Our WF-1000XM5 n-ear headphones have two proprietary processors that cancel more external noise than ever, a new high performance driver unit, dual feedback microphones and noise isolation earbud tips. You will experience richer vocals and enhanced fine details, with the Dynamic Driver X driver unit. Noise reduction algorithms developed with AI machine learning suppress ambient noise and ensure the person on the other end of the phone can hear your voice clearly even in noisy situations. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent
Great but not anazing
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality headphones and mostly comfortable on my head. Was sweating a lot and experiencing ear pain no matter the settings in the app. Bought after market mesh ear pads and it helped but didn't eliminate 100%.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Timothy, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with 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