Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/B
- |
- SKU:
- 11126757
Customer reviews
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6246 reviews
(6,246 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
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best on the market
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought them as a gift for my husband and he is absolutely in love with them.
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Posted .Hi Molodrinks, awesome! We're glad your husband loves his new headphones! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The material quality though is not premium for the price. Also, i had issues while in meetings on Zoom and Teams. That was a deal breaker!
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Posted .Hi SonyXM5, 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
- Pros mentioned:Weight
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Not all that great.
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have tried both AirPods Max and these and came to the conclusion that over the ear headphones are not for me. I did like the weight of these better but the clamping force was a bit too much and after about 3 hours of wear they hurt the top of my head, the heavier air pods max actually hurt the top of my head less but also had too much clamping force. These are much lighter but do not sound as good as AirPods Max.
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No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Carter, Thanks for your feedback and insights. Sony values the opinions of customers and is always striving to provide the best experience possible. We're sorry if the sound quality did not meet your expectations. Allow us to help and turn your experience around.
For sound quality related issues or concerns, please try these following steps:
Turn down the volume of the connected device if it is too loud.
When playing music, if the headset and the transmitting Bluetooth device are connected via an HFP or HSP Bluetooth connection, switch the Bluetooth connection to A2DP with the connected device.
Some devices that emit ultrasonic sound waves designed to repel rodents may occasionally be installed at the entrances of commercial facilities or subway stations. Near such devices, the ultrasonic sound waves may cause noise or unusual sound to be heard from the headset. Leave the place where the noise or unusual sound is heard. Or turn off the noise canceling function/Ambient Sound Mode from the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app.
Ref: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534519.html
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:
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Sincerely,
Erin
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good headphone
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphone ! I like so much! Very good performance
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Posted .Hi Jayjay, Awesome! We're glad that you're enjoying your new headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Cons mentioned:Price
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Cheaply Made and Broke Fast - Do not Buy
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones broke in less than 4 months. Randomly broke on this super cheap and thin plastic piece that connects one ear to the band when I was laying down, didn't even drop them or anything. Do not recommend to purchase unless you buy the warranty. For such expensive headphones you'd think the hinges would be made of metal. I would not recommend to buy them when they're so expensive. Best buy could not do anything to help.
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Posted .Hi DannyD,
Thank you for reaching out to us with your concern. We're sorry to hear that you have an issue with the headband hinge of your WH-1000XM5. This is definitely not the quality or durability we aim to deliver to our customers. Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority and the WH-1000XM5 were tested and build to last.
Please note we have a customer hotline that is happy to assist you and help troubleshoot any concerns you have, and your headphones has a 1-year warranty from the date of purchase.
If you still have the unit, may we contact you to help and get more information? 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.
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We value your feedback and aim to restore your trust in Sony.
Sincerely,
Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Downgrade from previous models
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Had the XM3 and lost them so decided to upgrade to the xm5. The design isn't as nice as the 3's but that's whatever. They are way less comfortable however, and feel like they are crushing my head. The headband is also a lot more narrow and less cushioned. The sound is similar but requires EQing unlike the 3's, plus the bass is alot less noticeable. Will be returning them and getting the xm4's instead.
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Posted .Hi AmitH,
We regret to hear you're not having the best experience with these headphones and you find them uncomfortable during use. This is definitely not the experience we'd like to hear from you. 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. For your reference, you may check this link: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/audio-video/articles/00282845
Also, if you feel like you are missing some bass or your music missing a bit of oomph, the Sony Headphones Connect app packs numerous audio presets curated by sound experts. Not everyone finds them perfect, nor are they meant to be. You can find one that suits you the most and tweak it to your preferences. Here's the link for more details: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/articles/00286844
It's unfortunate that you consider returning the WH-1000XM5 headphones. Your feedback about the comfort and design is greatly appreciated.
Should you need further assistance, please let us know so we can turn your experience around. You can email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
Name:
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We appreciate you and thanks for shopping Sony.
Sincerely,
Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Price
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good but expensive
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good quality sound and it is expensive too. Iam a big fan of sony products bit this product is over priced
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Posted .Hi Gigin, We're glad that you like the audio quality of your headphones. We also appreciate you being a long-time fan. 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
CUSTOMER
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.GREAT PRODUCT BEEN GETTING PRODUCTS FROM YOU FOR AGES GOOD STORE
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Posted .Hi Gadget, We are happy that you like your new Sony WH1000XM5 wireless noise canceling headphones. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! Vincen
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fire headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sony has never failed me. Base sound is kinda trash though so make sure to tune the EQ via the Sony Headphones app! 100 times better.
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Posted .Hi Glupo, Thank you for the 5-star rating! 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
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Heard phone
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We got this headphones for my same son i have 2 boys each one 2 thinks.
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Posted .Hello America, Thanks for the 5-star review. You chose the best headphones for your boys. Thank you for trusting Sony! Vincent
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Cool features
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love these! I use them regularly and theyve never given me problems. Really cool features
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Posted .Hi JonC, Great! We're delighted to hear that you love the features of your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Not for Me
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I returned my WH1000XM5 as I did not like the way the headphones fit on my head. I'm going to stick with my four-year-old WH1000XM3.
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Posted .Hi RyanL,
Thank you for the feedback on your experience with your WH-1000XM5. We value your opinion and we would like to apologize if the unit did not meet your expectations. We regret to hear you're not having the best experience with these headphones and you find them uncomfortable during use. This is definitely not the experience we'd like to hear from you. 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.
We regret to know that the unit had to be returned. We hope you will consider Sony again in a future purchase. Thank you for the feedback.
Regards,
Jess
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Product
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product, good ear phones, comfortable great sounds.
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Posted .Hi Nate, 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
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
One of the best headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought theses a few weeks ago and just love them. They cost a pretty penny but well worth the price.
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Posted .Hi Pumba, We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying you 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
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Headphken
|Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I like em veey very very veey veey very very very very mucb thank yiu hest buy
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Posted .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
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
EXCELLENT HEADPHONES
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The most exciting and wonderful headphones I bought
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Posted .Hi there, perfect! We are truly delighted to know that you're satisfied with the exceptional performance of your WH1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Romeo
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Convenient Audiophile
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Went through several headphones, sundara, hd650, iems, this just worked quickly with my computer and tv.
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Posted .Hi MikeP, 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
- Cons mentioned:Connectivity
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Dissapointed
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was so excited about these headphones because they were supposed to be great but I'm constantly being disconnected (I'm wired in), and the noise cancellation randomly turns off when I'm not even touching the headphones. The side of the headphones is the remote and it's too sensitive that even if my hair touches it will change some setting.
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Posted .Hi Jofall, We are sorry to hear that you are experiencing issues with your WH-1000XM5 headphones. We'd love to troubleshoot the issue and make this a better experience for you. In the meantime, please make sure that the WH-1000XM5 has the latest software version installed (v1.1.3) as this will improve the overall performance of the headphones and Noise Canceling Optimizer function (Auto NC Optimizer).
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
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Noise canceling headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these as a christmas present for my daughter and she loves them
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Posted .Hi SimpleSimon, Amazing! We're glad that your daughter loves her Christmas present! Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones I’ve ever had. Had for around a year now
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Posted .Hi VictorC, thank you for the kind words and we’re glad you like the WH1000XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony! Regards, Erin





















