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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6246 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
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Immerse yourself in sound!

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

    I’m usually Apple products ALL the time. Without question. Then a friend said to go and try/listen to them at a display center. Not disappointed in the least. Best purchase made.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi RawDawg, perfect! You've certainly made a great choice! We are truly happy to learn about your satisfaction with the amazing performance of your WH1000XM5. Thank you very much for the perfect star review and for choosing the best brand, Sony! - Romeo Sony_US

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Poor Construction

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought my set in july 2024. I am very careful with my audio gear. After 8 months, the right piece broke off. A little gorilla glue and it was reattached. 2 weeks later, the left unit broke off. Sony wont fix it and the Allstate extended warranty is impossible to communicate with. So, do I spend another $400 to replace them? Would you?

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Bones327,

      Thank you for reaching out to us regarding your experience with the WH-1000XM5 headphones. We understand how frustrating it can be to face issues with a premium product, especially when it comes to extended warranty services.

      For repairs, we recommend contacting Microland if you are in Canada. If you are located in the US, including Puerto Rico, Alaska, and Hawaii, you may reach out to Encompass for assistance.

      We hope this information helps you make an informed decision. If you have any further questions or require additional assistance, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Thank you for choosing Sony, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you've experienced.

      Best,
      Gus Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    10/10 tho

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Get the black model, this color gets dirty very easily

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello FernandoTr,

      Thank you for your feedback! We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and appreciate your concerns regarding the silver color option. We currently offer the WH-1000XM5 in black, which may better suit your preferences. If the black model isn't available at Best Buy, we recommend visiting our official Sony website. You'll find a range of color options there, allowing you to select the perfect fit for your needs.

      Explore your choices here: https://electronics.sony.com/audio/headphones/headband/p/wh1000xm5-b

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good gym headphones

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

    The headphones were good and i like the quality recomended

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Pablo, Great! 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    LeaveUsAlone

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The comfort and sound was AMAZING, BUT, some genius thought it would be a good idea to interfere with how I want or don't want to damage my hearing. THEY INSTALLED A LOUDNESS SHUT-OFF AFTER SO MANY HOURS OF LISTENING, PER WEEK NOT COOL

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MichaelS,

      Thank you for reaching out to us with your concern. We are pleased to hear that you appreciate the remarkable sound quality and comfort of your Sony WH-1000XM5. However, we regret to learn that you are encountering some issues with the product. This is not the experience we strive to provide, and we are committed to improving it for you.

      To better assist you, we would like to gather more information about the specific issue you are facing. Please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com.
      Apologies if you disclosed some of this information in your review and to customer service, we just want to ensure that we have your accurate details at the time of communication.

      Full Name:
      Best Buy Username:
      Telephone Number:
      Sony Headphones Model Number:
      Additional Information regarding your experience with the WH-1000XM5:

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

      Sincerely,
      Jess Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Sony - WH1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling

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

    Previously bought this in another color. No complains except it must be handled with care because the sound in one side may be faint after a while.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Amazonkindle, We are glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH-1000XM5 headphones! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Disappointing

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

    I honestly thought I was going to love these based on all the reviews, However, I am going to be returning them. The sound is really good, there is just something that I don't like about it that I can't put my finger on, even after messing with the EQ. The earcups also really hurt my ears after about an hour of wearing them. I use my headphones to play music for hours while I try to complete classes online, so I am not able to have something this expensive that I can only use for an hour at a time. As a side note, the app that they use also sucks imo. It has a lot of features, but is not user friendly. I am very disappointed as I was expecting to have these for years to come.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi NikkyZ, While we are glad to hear that you are happy with the sound quality of the headphones, we are sorry to hear that you are experiencing issues with your WH-1000XM5. If you still have the WH-1000XM5, we'd love to troubleshoot the issue and make this a better experience for you. In the meantime, If the headset is worn without adjusting the slider, the headset may not be positioned properly on your head, resulting in discomfort or a weak noise canceling effect. The wearing detection function of the headset may also not work properly and cause music playback to stop automatically or activate the automatic power off function (the battery saving function) to automatically turn off the headset. For a more comfort fit, please check our help guide link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000539062.html

      May we contact you to help? If so, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com
      Apologies if you disclosed some of this information in your review and to customer service, we just want to ensure that we have your accurate details at the time of communication.

      Full Name:
      Best Buy Username:
      Telephone Number:
      Model Number:
      Issue:

      Regards,
      Carl Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    More Than Ok

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The audio quality isn’t as good as the XM4 even though they are more comfortable, and connection issues ensue when connecting more than one or two devices even when using the intended app with the headphones. The battery life is abysmal compared to any of the headphones I’ve had before whether it be Sony/Bose/Beats/Apple.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Two pairs.

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

    I've own two pairs of XM5'S. "Overall, you'll get your money's worth". Truest & believe this if anything :]

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MatthewR, we're glad that you are enjoying your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A Class audio

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

    Absolutely recommend. Sony doesn’t disappointed when it comes to audio fidelity

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Saif, Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're glad you like your new headphones. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great headphones

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

    Great overall quality and good battery life as well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi RaymondT, Amazing! We're thrilled you like the overall quality and excellent battery life of your Sony XM5. 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

    Great headphones!

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

    These headphones are very good, but you have to get used to the pressure of the noise-cancelling. They can get a little uncomfortable after a couple hours. I would recommend them to anyone who wants or needs the best noise cancelling possible.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Joe1, Great! We're thrilled to hear that you like the WH1000XM5. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Product

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

    Comfort level is phenomenal, Bass and Sound are very good. Connection to apple products isnt always smooth however these headphones in my opinion are the best on the market.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Jake, Great! We're happy to hear that you are enjoying the 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great headphones

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

    I definitely like that these do not go directly into my ears. But after a while, they start to make the top of my head hurt. Besides that they are amazing headphones.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Kahlee, Thank you for sharing your feedback on your Sony WH1000XM5. We're glad to hear that you appreciate the over-ear design and find the headphones amazing overall. We understand that comfort is crucial, and we're sorry to hear that the top of your head starts to hurt after prolonged use. We recommend adjusting the slider (left and right) to find the most suitable fit for you and to use it for longer periods. The step-less slider, seamless swivel and hanger, and silent joints, make it a pleasure to wear. Hope this helps and thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Sony Headphones

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

    Used them on an air flight and they blocked most of the ambient noise.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JamesV, Awesome! We're glad that you are enjoying the noise canceling function 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good headphones, not a 5/5

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

    Lighter weight and a little warm on the ears. Good sound quality, but i returned them after a few days. I prefer some of the other options. I also didnt like the way they set on my head/around my neck when I wasnt using them.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ElliottE, While we are glad to hear that you are happy with the sound quality of the headphones, we are sorry to hear that the WH1000XM5 did not meet all of your expectations and had to return the headphones.

      We hope that you consider Sony again in your future purchases.

      Regards,
      Carl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Sony head phones

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

    These head phones I love them especially the noise canceling feature.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi StevenL, We're pleased to hear that you are enjoying the noise canceling function 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Not for working out

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

    No sweat or water reisstance but i still use it for working out.

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

      Thank you for the review. These headphones are not sweatproof nor waterproof. Touching the headset with sweaty hands, or using the headset in situations where the headset may get soaked in sweat may result in malfunction. They can still be used while doing light exercises. 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

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Sony or Not to Sony

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

    Great features. Sound Quality is completely overrated. Sorry, I guess I may be a bit of a basshead. I also know a bit about sound quality as well as I won my share of IASCA sanctioned events where sound quality is king. But back to the Headphones..If you're looking for features that will blow your mind..then you have picked the right headset. Features such as weekly decible level checks to warn you of how loud your listening levels have been versus a national panel of certified analyst. These Headphones are feature rich. Sound Quality wise, They are a bit " Tinny" sounding at higher levels, where as the "Beats Studios" absolutely destroy Sony in this department. If you'te looking for overrall volume and bass, I would go with " Beats Studios." If features and a great looking headset that updates regularly flips your trigger then the Sony's are still there for you.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Timothy, Thanks for choosing and purchasing our industry-leading noise canceling headphones, WH-1000XM5. We're delighted to hear you like the very good quality and most of the features of the headphones. It's unfortunate to know you feel that the bass is not sufficient. To ensure an optimal listening experience, downloading the Sony Headphones Connect app lets you adjust your bass levels and gives you sound quality presets. There is even an EQ in there—which can be customized to fine-tune your music to your liking. You can edit the volume of the CLEAR BASS. Increasing the CLEAR BASS setting value allows your headphones to reproduce dynamic deep bass without distortion, even at a high volume.

      NOTE: When the audio source does not contain much bass sound, the bass sound may not be audible.

      For more on "Tuning sound with the Equalizer on headphones", please visit this link: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/articles/00286844

      Our ultra comfortable WH-1000XM5 headphones rewrite the rules for distraction-free listening and exceptional call clarity. Two processors control multiple microphones for unprecedented noise cancelling while Auto NC Optimizer automatically optimizes noise cancelling based on your wearing conditions and environment. The specially designed 30 mm driver unit delivers superior sound quality for all your entertainment. Thank you for sharing your feedback! -Jess Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love

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

    So pink and so cute the carrying case is perfect to protect your device

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MiaalexisM, we're glad you like our product. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl Sony_US