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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6416 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

Customers are saying

Customers are pleased with the impeccable sound quality, comfort, and amazing battery life. They also appreciate the lightweight design, good bass, snug fit, and decent active noise cancellation. However, some customers find the product to be a bit pricey and note that its portability could be improved. Additionally, concerns have been raised regarding inconsistent connectivity and the maximum volume level.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best in class!

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

    Excellent noise cancelling. Can’t hear a thing! Sound quality is excellent. Immersive sound is insane. Hi-res lossless is mind blowing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JDMculinary, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Sony Headphones GARGBAGE!

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

    I WILL NEVER buy anything SONY again! I will never buy anything from the Jacksonville NC Best Buy store. I purchased the WH-1000XM5 headphones on the 25th of Jan 2026 to replace the WH-1000XM4 headphones that the slider adjuster headband broke after a couple of years. The XM5's broke slider adjuster broke after 3 months. SONY's products are garbage, customer support at SONY and Best Buy are also a Joke. The good old days of a company standing behind their product for a year of parts & labor is nonexistent. Now you have to pay for all these extra warranties and be members of this and that to get what should be a given automatically. Sony is no longer reputable, and Best Buy I figure will go the way of Bed Bath and Beyond. I will continue to purchase from Amazon. Sony wants me to send these off to somewhere and pay them $100 to try and fix. Ok let's see, paid 300 for them and now they want to charge me to ship them and pay another $100. So, I now have invested $400 into a garbage cheap plastic product. NEVER AGAIN!

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

      Thank you for considering Sony products.

      We sincerely apologize for the frustration and inconvenience you have experienced with your WH-1000XM5 headphones and the service process. It is disheartening to hear that the headband broke so soon after purchase and that the repair options have added to your disappointment. We understand how important it is to have reliable products and support when issues arise.

      While repairs and warranty services can sometimes involve costs beyond the initial purchase, we recognize that this can be frustrating and not what you expected. Your feedback highlights areas where we need to do better, and we will share your experience with the appropriate teams to help improve our customer support and product durability.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love sony

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

    [Employee of bestbuy] Love the sound how clear it is will definitely buy another pair soon

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi HugoG, We are happy to hear that you love 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Top Tier Headset

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

    Love them great NC and sound could use more bass not for working out in

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi QuincyB, this is great! We're delighted to hear that you're enjoying your WH1000XM5. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Noise cancelling

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

    The best purchase I ever made. Getting to shut out the world helps me focus so much.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi CoreyC, We're pleased to hear that you are satisfied with your purchase. 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 5 out of 5 stars

    Aaaaai

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

    Very nice for me. Easy use it, delivery fast......

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

      We are pleased to learn that the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones are very nice for you and easy to use!

      We designed this latest model with a focus on streamlined usability and the most advanced noise-cancellation to date, so we're thrilled that the experience has been seamless for you. They offer fantastic sound quality and lightweight comfort, making them perfect for both travel and daily listening.

      Thank you for trusting Sony!

      Regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best one I’ve tried by far

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Paired this with my Apple Watch and I could walk on my treadmill for hours!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Prnsus, 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:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    XM5 are awesome!!!

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

    Honestly transparency not clear like the Apple AirPod max but in my opinion the XM5 are a better all around built headphones.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Ceddy, We are glad you like 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not worth the price

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

    I thought highly of Sony but with my recent purchase I wasn’t really pleased with the result, there was a lot of static and at first I thought it was just the songs but then I changed it to more modern songs but it still had the same noise, other than that they were alright but my wired apple headphones sounded the same, the noise canceling was very nice and probably the best feature.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi David, While we're glad that you like the noise canceling function, we're sorry if your having some issues with your headphones. We'd love to help you and turn your experience around.

      For optimum performance, please ensure that the software is updated. Kindly launch Headphones Connect app to verify the software.

      For sound related concerns, please also check some troubleshooting guide in the Help Guide:
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/index.html

      We also recommend resetting or initializing the headphones.



      If this does not help, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

      Name:
      Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      Sincerely, Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    WH1000XMH Headband Prone to Break

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

    Do not buy! The sound quality is good, the features smart, and the connectivity fairly solid. However, it all means nothing if the headband is prone to break at the hinge, at the cup. Then they are useless. I had the original hinge break, and then paid for a replacement. It just broke too. I did not sit on it, twist it, or abuse it. It just wore out, cracked, and then broke clean through. Now, useless. It is a known and notorious problem for this model, as is Sony's indifference. Google it. Skip this model, buy something else. You're welcome! Ratings based on holding one earcup to your head.

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

      Thank you for considering Sony products.

      We’re glad to hear you appreciated the sound quality, smart features, and connectivity of the WH-1000XM5 headphones. However, the issue you experienced with the headband hinge is certainly not reflective of the quality standards we aim to uphold. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this has caused. Please know that your comments will be forwarded to our dedicated Sony team for thorough review, as we remain committed to improving our products. We truly value your input and thank you for helping us enhance our customer experience.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth the money

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

    Noise cancellation is great! Wore it on my plan ride and hardly could hear anything!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AYOOOOO Amazing! We're pleased to hear that you like the noise canceling function. 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 5 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.

    Amazing headphones! GREAT NOISE CANCELLATION, would 100% recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      That's great, TinaG! You definitely made the right choice with these headphones. We are thrilled to hear about your wonderful experience so far with our newest industry-leading noise canceling headphones, WH-1000XM5. We're also glad to hear you appreciate everything about these headphones, especially the superb sound quality and excellent noise cancellation. 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 canceling while Auto NC Optimizer automatically optimizes noise canceling based on your wearing conditions and environment. The specially designed 30-mm driver unit delivers superior sound quality for all your entertainment. Thank you so much for your purchase and for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good quality headphones

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

    One of the best headphones I purchased. Good quality sound, but fingerprint magnet.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TyrAp We're happy to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality. We'll take note of your feedback with regards to the fingerprint. Sony values the opinions of customers and is always striving to provide the best experience possible.  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 5 out of 5 stars

    You won’t regret for your purchase!

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

    Great noise cancellation! Amazing sound quality! Better than any ANC headphones like Apple, Sennheiser, Beats

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi SuperKing, Thank you for choosing Sony! We are so 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. -Carl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Purchase

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

    [Employee of bestbuy] Sounds amazing and the noise cancellation is spectacular.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ClifordR, Awesome! We're happy to hear that you like the sound and noise canceling function. 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 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony WH1000XM5

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

    It is a good fit and the sound quality is great. Overall the product is great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Ravi Awesome! We're glad that you like the sound quality and fit. 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 5 out of 5 stars

    A definite 110%

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent sound - awesome noise cancellation- 15/10 recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JoeM, Thank you for the positive review! Good to know you appreciate the excellent sound and awesome noise cancellation of your new Sony WH1000XM5. 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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best headphones

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

    Great quality sound and all round specs one of the best headphones out there

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi CesarP, Excellent! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality and overall specs 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best noise canceling headphones!

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

    Best noise canceling headphones that you can get, recommend to anyone and even cheaper than Apple.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Darbz17, Great! We're glad that you like the 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony XM5

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

    Really good , bought it instore nice service no defects

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

      Perfect! We're glad that you are enjoying these amazing headphones. It's also great that you were assisted professionally. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US