Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/B
- SKU:
- 11898759
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 love the WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones for their terrific sound quality and comfortable design. The headphones are also lightweight and have a long battery life. Overall, customers seem very satisfied with these headphones.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Puts other headphones to shame.
|Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Pros: - Excellent Noise Cancellation - Very Comfortable for prolonged periods of times compared to other on the ear headphones - Very Customizable EQ settings - Has a headphone Jack Cons - Not as portable as the XM4 Overall, very solid pair of premium noise cancelling headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi James, We're glad that you are enjoying your new headphones. We'll take note of your feedback with regards to portability. 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
Satisfied
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love the sound quality and comfort of these headphones, especially that the app allows you to control your listening experience. It really brings out the true colors of these headphones. I could not recommend them for the gym; they do not have a firm grip on your head if you have a lot of hair.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello SKYLER,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're elated to hear that you love the sound quality and comfort of your WH-1000XM5 headphones, and that the app is helping you customize your listening experience. We also appreciate your feedback about their use at the gym. We'll definitely take your comments on the fit into account as we continue to improve our designs.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality, Weight
Good option
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Clear sound, easy to use, charge last a good amount of time & acceptable weight
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Posted .Hi Bobby,
Thanks for sharing your feedback! We're glad to hear you're enjoying the clear sound, ease of use, long-lasting charge, and comfortable weight of your WH-1000XM5 headphones.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
-Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Light weight and sound good. Noise cancelling is really good.
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Posted .Hi ZachE!
Thank you for sharing your experience with the WH-1000XM5 headphones. We are thrilled to hear that their lightweight design and excellent noise cancellation have enhanced your listening experience!
We appreciate your decision to go with Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Highly recommend.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great design, innovative features, and wonderful app support. Not my loudest pair of headphones, but definitely the best I've owned. Battery life is ridiculously good; I once used them for about eight hours a day, for threes days before needing to charge them. The headphones are still pretty new, so the battery is fresh, but I couldn’t believe it and this is around my tenth pair of over the ear headphones. A couple of cons are; sometimes I hear static when I’m near a passing train ( near as in waiting for the train on the platform), and I sometimes like to place the headphones above my ears while I listen so that I can hear the sounds around me as well as the music. The headphones with recognize that they are not on my ears and go into sleep mode ( I could easily fix this in the app). All and all, I give them a 9.5/10
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AzizT, we definitely appreciate your detailed review of our product. Glad you are enjoying your new headphones! We understand your feedback regarding the static noise you hear sometimes. 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. Please follow this link for more information:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534519.html?search=noise%20
If you require any additional support with regard to this product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:
Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Me
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My husband Ioves them!!!! I owe this to the “kid” that assisted me as I bought them off his suggestion after listening to what my needs were…long battery life, large ear cuffs, comfortable, connectivity and noise canceling!
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Posted .Hi JimandDiane, That's great! We're thrilled to hear that your husband loves them. And good to know that you're satisfied with the long battery life, large earcups, comfortable fit, ease of connectivity, and top-notch noise canceling of the Sony WH1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality, Weight
Love These Headphone
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Much better than expected sound. Very comfortable. Lite weight, nice color.
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Posted .Hey AppleBottom, thank you for sharing your positive experience with the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones.
We're delighted to hear that you found the sound quality to be much better than expected. Our goal with the WH-1000XM5 is to deliver exceptional audio performance, and we're glad it exceeded your expectations.
Comfort is a priority for us, and we designed these headphones with plush ear cups and ergonomic features to ensure they remain comfortable even during extended use. The lightweight design further enhances the comfort, making them ideal for long listening sessions without causing fatigue.
We're also pleased to hear that you appreciate the aesthetics of the WH-1000XM5. We strive to offer products that not only perform well but also look great, and it's wonderful to know that the color and design met your expectations.
Your feedback is invaluable to us as we continue to innovate and improve our products. Thank you for choosing Sony. Enjoy your listening experience!
Gus
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Premium sound and comfort
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones deliver excellent sound quality with deep bass and clear audio. They’re comfortable enough for long listening sessions, and the noise cancellation works extremely well, especially in busy environments. They feel premium, perform reliably, and are great for both everyday use and travel. Definitely worth it if you want high-quality audio.
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Posted .Hello CalebW,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're honored to hear that the WH1000XM5 headphones are providing you with excellent sound quality, comfort, and effective noise cancellation. It’s rewarding to know they enhance your everyday listening and travel experiences with their premium feel and reliable performance.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Wife's favorite present
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My wife fell in love with this headset after the first use. it is very comfortable and last a long time between charges. she loves the noise cancellation. especially for planes. she uses this headset more than her airpods.
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Posted .Hi JohnH, This is great! We're delighted to hear that your wife fell in love with this headset. We also appreciate that she likes the noise canceling and comfortable to use. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great headphones.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Comfortable with amazing aound quality. Highly recommend.
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Posted .Hi ChristopherS,
We are truly heartened to learn that you are enjoying the premium comfort and amazing sound quality of your WH-1000XM5 headphones! We understand that high-fidelity audio is only half the experience, which is why we meticulously developed the "Soft Fit Leather" and lightweight headband to ensure you can stay immersed in your music for hours without any discomfort.
Beyond the comfort, the Integrated Processor V1 works in harmony with our high-quality drivers to deliver sound that is crisp, clear, and uncompromised. Whether you are listening to a complex orchestral piece or a bass-heavy track, the precision of the audio ensures you hear every nuance exactly as the artist intended.
We really appreciate you being part of the Sony family and recommending us so highly.
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Surprisingly good
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are so much better than I was expecting. I had to switch from my Bose because they keep failing despite software updates and was put off from spending 'Bose' money if they couldn't be relied on. Honestly, these are better. These have better features and are so much easier to use. The noise canceling is amazing (adaptive). I work in a very busy office where it gets really loud. Instead of turning up the volume to cover it (even with noise canceling in my old set), it keeps ramping up the canceling feature until I don't notice the background convos and I don't have to increase the volume. They are also far more comfortable than the Bose, which make my ears hurt after wearing for even short periods. I think it is because these don't actually touch my ears anywhere, unlike the Bose (which are smaller).
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Posted .Hi EmilyS, That's awesome! Thanks for sharing your experience. We are thrilled to hear that your new Sony wireless noise canceling headphones exceeded your expectations. 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 your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Great buy
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Adaptive noise cancelation is amazing. I took these on a trip they helped me get through the lay over and entirety of the flight. Comfortable flexible durable. Battery life is amazing. Had them playing for 7 hours a day 5 days out of the week and Battery life was still at 70 percent !
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Posted .Hi CarlosO, 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:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Top notch noise cancelling and comfort
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are very nice headphones with exceptional noise canceling. They are quite comfortable and the battery lasts a long time. They sound very good, but audiophiles may be disappointed. When I need to block out the noise around me, I reach for these.... otherwise, it's my Grados.
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Posted .Hi Aarothan, Great! We're thrilled to hear that you like the WH1000XM5. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
sony xm5
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.amazing sound quality and battery life i would most definitely recommend this product!
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Posted .Hello FranciscoR,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn't be happier to hear that you are enjoying the WH1000XM5 headphones and appreciate the amazing sound quality and battery life. Your recommendation means a great deal to us and motivates us to continue delivering exceptional audio experiences.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Use these every day. Super comfortable, fantastic noise cancelling, quality sound.
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Posted .Hi MarinaG,
We could not be more pleased to hear that you are enjoying your headphones every single day! It is wonderful to know that you are experiencing the full potential of our Integrated Processor V1, which delivers unmatched noise cancelling, alongside the specially designed 30mm driver unit that provides exceptionally clear and natural sound quality.
Thank you for trusting Sony.
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Good Sony
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are probably the best noise canceling from Sony. Better bass than the XM4s and battery life.
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Posted .Hi NASH,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It’s great to hear you’re impressed with the WH1000XM5 headphones, especially the improved bass and battery life. Thank you for choosing Sony! Enjoy! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Great Headphones - Superb Noise Cancellation
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased for work and travel. A great companion especially during long flights. Sound quality is excellent and the most impressive feature is the noise cancellation. Very comfortable and battery life is impressive. Highly recommended.
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Posted .Hi tarek, 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:Comfort, Sound quality
Solid 4
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product. Good sound quality and very comfortable to use
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Posted .Hello MiltonC,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn't be happier to hear that your WH-1000XM5 headphones provide excellent sound quality and comfort. Your feedback encourages us to keep delivering products that enhance both your listening experience and daily comfort.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
A+
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing sound quality and noise cancellation. The battery life is crazy good as well. I use them 6+ hours on an almost daily basis and they are very comfortable and charge fast.
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Posted .Hi ErikH, That's great! We're so happy to hear you like the amazing sound, excellent noise canceling, long battery life, comfortable fit, and quick charging of your new Sony WH1000XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Noise Cancellation = SONY
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent Noise Cancellation. The audio quality out of the box may not be to everyone's liking, but once you fiddle with the EQ, the sound gets much better. I have used it in public transport and the noise cancellation has no issues. The connection to two devices also makes this headphone very useful. The microphone quality is also very good. People have said I sounded more natural and clear than my Airpods pro. There are better sounding headphones, but if you prioritize noise cancellation, then go for this!
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Posted .Hi SaikatD,
That is fantastic, in-depth feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the excellent noise cancellation and find the simultaneous connection to two devices very useful. We appreciate you confirming the very good microphone quality that offers clearer and more natural sound than your previous setup, and we're glad you were able to customize the audio to your liking using the built-in EQ feature.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab