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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great in every aspect EXCEPT BASS.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Always hesitated in spending so much for a pair of headphones. I’ve used a lot of Beat headphones and wanted know what I was missing out with Noice Cancelling Over the Ear headphones. It’s everything I expected. Audio is extremely crisp without interruption from your surroundings. You have more control inside the app with Ambient surroundings which allow you to hear the space you’re surrounded in with music playing. You can also set the headphones to react to your voice, the moment you talk it’ll mute the song. That can get very annoying if you like singing to songs so I turned that feature off. It’s worth the investment to buy one of these. Only thing I thought would be better would be the Bass. There isn’t ANY AT ALL. For $400 you would think it would give you some nice bass, but it does make it up elsewhere.
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Posted .Hi JordanL, Great choice! We're glad that the noise canceling function meets your expectations. We also appreciate that you are enjoying the overall performance 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. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Top notch.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Super comfortable, amazing sounds, a really good ANC
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Posted .Hello InsertTestName, We are thrilled to know that you like the sound quality and noise canceling feature of your new Sony wireless noise canceling 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Review
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound is very good, nice base respose with mid and high sound. Very comfortable to wear on long flights. Nice feature that when you take off head phones the movie or music you listen to will stop the replay when you put the back on.
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Posted .Hi GregF, Awesome! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality of your new WH1000XM5 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Best pair of ANC headphones for $400
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great pair of ANC headphones. Got these over the black pair because of fingerprints and I do not regret it, they look brand new after a couple months of use. ANC and comfort are the strengths of this headset. The headband is narrow but it doesn’t bother me but your mileage may vary.
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Posted .Hi Rick! 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sonya XM5 Great value
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality was amazing, and the anc made it so listening to music in very loud scenarios was very comfortable and audible.
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Posted .Thank you for your fantastic review, AngelC!
We are absolutely delighted to hear that you find the WH-1000XM5 headphones to have amazing sound quality.
It's especially rewarding to know that the Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is making such a difference for you, allowing you to listen comfortably and audibly even in very loud scenarios. We engineered the XM5s to deliver that world-class silence and sound quality, and your feedback is a great validation of that effort.
Thanks again for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Great audio quality
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent audio quality, just the right amount of bass, significantly superior sound compared to Apple products and cheaper. The only drawback was the headphones, as they caused perspiration in the ears after prolonged use.
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Posted .Hi Nila, Awesome! We're delighted to hear that you are enjoying the audio quality 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:Sound quality
Perfect
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Perfect!!! Sound is great and great for running. They stay on
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Posted .Hi BEATRIZ, we're glad you like the sound quality of our product. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Great sound!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise cancellation is really good and plays good sound for music. I really enjoy the touch sensor control on the headphones and especially the quick attention. It feels light so I can wear for a long period of time. I like the color and minimal design.
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Posted .Hi viavee,
Great! We're glad that you like the noise canceling function, sound quality, touch controls, weight, and 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!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Don’t headphones changed my life
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Gotta be honest returned them because they are notttt for the gym!!! You can’t get them wet or moist at all it says don’t sweat in them on the Manual. Extremely sad, amazing sound quality , comfort and noise cancellation out of this world
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Posted .Hi SamanthaZ, While we're glad that you like the sound quality , comfort and noise cancellation, we regret that the headphones had to be returned. While the WH1000XM5 units don’t have an IPX rating, these can be worn in the gym. For more serious workouts, we suggest our headphones specifically designed for that task. Check out our WF-C500s and the WF-1000XM4s.
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 for your feedback. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Top choice
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing noise cancellation. Great sound fidelity overall
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Posted .Hello GuilhermeP,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn't be happier to hear that you appreciate the WH1000XM5 headphones' noise cancellation and sound fidelity. It means a lot to us that the quality of our technology enhances your listening experience. Your positive feedback inspires us to keep delivering products that bring both innovation and enjoyment.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Easy to use, sounds amazing and great carry case!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Super easy to use and sounds amazing! Very lightweight and the carrying case is super helpful for traveling. Love these headphones. Very happy with the purchase.
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Posted .Hi JamesC, Great! We're glad that you're enjoying your WH1000XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great value
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones. I've had them now for a few months and I have no complaints. Sound is very good and has many cool features.
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Posted .That's wonderful to hear, DavidP!
We're thrilled that you love your WH-1000XM5! It's fantastic that you've been enjoying them for a few months now with no complaints.
Knowing that you find the sound quality very good and are enjoying the many cool features makes us proud. We design these headphones to deliver a truly premium experience.
Thanks so much for sharing your positive feedback!
Best regards,
Gus,
Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Amazing sound quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality is amazing, I had tried airpods max as well but these stand out in sound quality and bass.
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Posted .Hi SahilJ, We're pleased to hear that you are enjoying your new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Weight
Beautiful Headphones
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones. So soft and lightweight! Look is very modern and sleek
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Posted .Hii EllaK, Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're glad you like your new headphones. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very comfortable headphones sound quality and noise cancellation are great. Best Gym headphones in my opinion.
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Posted .Hi Itsok, Thank you for your purchase! We're so happy to hear your purchase went well and these lightweight headphones tailors amazing audio experience and excellent noise cancellation. Good to know that it is helping you stay fit in the gym. Our noiseless design with stepless slider, seamless swivel and hanger makes WH-1000XM5 a pleasure to wear. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing headphones, great alternantive to the XM6
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great Headphones, the sound quality is amazing an overall its a good pick espcially for those who want to buy a pair of headphoens but cant afford the XM6 at the moment. Only part I dont like is the power button, its too stiff and feels cheap.
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Posted .Hi Simam,
Thank you for this honest review of the XM5 headphones.
We're thrilled to hear you find the sound quality amazing and that they are a great pick. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the power button and will share this with our design team for future consideration–we're always looking for ways to improve our products!
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Sincerely,
Jenn.
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Most amazing headphones I've ever owned
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are amazing, they literally make all the noise disappear. You can hear things in songs that you've never heard before. I also use them on zoom calls where the ambience noise allowance is super helpful. Battery life is incredible.
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Posted .Hi BreakEvenFlame, 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony never fails
|Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Crystal clear sound, nice fit that doesn’t squeeze me head and give me headaches. The noise congélation is crazy. Worth every penny
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Posted .Hi MilesM, Fantastic! We're delighted to hear you like the crystal clear sound, excellent fit, and overall value of your Sony WH1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Too big
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are great headphones, comfortable and sound great, my only complaint is that even on the tightest setting they still slip off my head. It could just be a me problem but I find myself not wearing them as often as I’d like because they’re too big for my head
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Posted .Hello KaylaS,
Thank you for your purchase and for sharing your feedback. We're glad that you appreciate the sound quality and comfortability of our XM5. Your feedback is important and will help us improve our future products. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Best of Both Worlds
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This noise cancelation headset is in a category of its own. I have tried the Bose and Beats but this one gives me the best of both worlds. The clear, crisp sounds of Bose combined with the deep bass of Beats. I love this headset.
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Posted .Hi DocB,
That's great! Thank you for your purchase and we are honored to have customers like you. We're glad to hear that you like the noise canceling and clear sound quality of the 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