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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6391 reviews

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  • 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

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92%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are positive about the product's exceptional sound quality, comfort, and impressive battery life, also appreciating its lightweight design, good bass, and snug fit. However, customers are negative about its portability, price, and occasional connectivity issues. Some also note that the volume could be louder and express a desire for water resistance.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony XM5

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

    Product is great I love it. SOund Quality is Amazing

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Varun, we're glad you love the sound quality of our product. Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Happy with purchase

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

    Has been working well now for 1 year. I am happy with this purchase made for my daughter. Just purchased another one for myself

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

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      It's fantastic to know that the WH-1000XM5 headphones have been working so well for you and your daughter! We're happy to hear that you're so pleased with your first pair that you decided to purchase a second one for yourself. We hope you enjoy your new headphones just as much!

      Best regards,
      -Fred sony-global

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Headphone

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

    The battery lasts a while you really don't have to charge it that often I can get sweaty during a workout and it can get annoying

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Seanlash, we're glad you are enjoying the battery of your new headphones! We appreciate your feedback regarding the earpads. The headset is not waterproof. If the headset is charged while it is wet with rain or sweat, etc., this can result in burnout or malfunction. Please follow this link for more information:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000558776.html

      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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Customer

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

    WOW!!! outstanding performance. Cant ask for a better set of noise canceling Headphones

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MarkA, Amazing! We're thrilled to hear that you like the noise canceling and overall performance of your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great headset

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

    Bought to wear while biking. great sound quality and easy to use functions. voice call quality is also great

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Chronic, Amazing! We're delighted to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality, voice quality, and ease of using the functions. 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 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    These headphones work great! They have great sound and are perfect for the gym.

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

      Thank you for the purchase! We're glad to hear you like the sound of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Superior sound

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

    Excellent sound quality - well worth every penny! Better than my previous Bose!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KathleenS, We are thrilled to know that you like the sound quality of your Sony WH1000XM5 wireless noise canceling headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent Sony_US

  • Cons mentioned:
    Portability

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not what I expected. XM4’s are Better!

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

    Tried out these headphones for about 3 days and I will say they do have premium feel and look to them. From my experience with the past XM4’s, theses new headphones surprisingly lack the control of noise cancellation. A huge downgrade from the previous gen, not only that but they lack the portability of the previous gens. I will be returning the XM5’s and stick with the XM4’s. If you want a solid pair of headphones with portability and great noise cancellation, I’d say you are better off with the XM4’s. These headphones are way too expensive for what they offer.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi raymonddz, Thank you so much for your honest review. We appreciate your feedback to our WH-1000X5 headphones as this will help improving our products. 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 5 out of 5 stars

    Quiet

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

    Christmas gift for my son and he loves them Only challenge on my end is if you don't switch on the outside sound, the headphones are truly quiet and you won't hear any outside noise, including your parents yelling for you to come down to dinner......

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KeyPro,
      Thank you so much for the 5 stars! It sounds like the WH1000XM5 headphones were the perfect Christmas gift for your son! With that top-notch noise-canceling, it’s no surprise he’s fully immersed—but we understand how it might make dinner time a challenge! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Maria Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headphones

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

    Noise reduction works great. Don’t use it for phone calls but music sounds great!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi BillS, We're glad that you're enjoying your new headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 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.

    I love it. I've never experienced noise cancelling to such a degree. It's like nothing else exists when I have these things on.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DanielK Great! We're pleased to hear 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
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awsome Sony headsphones

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

    [Employee of bestbuy] I was going to get apple and then i tried these and they are way better at a better happy i made this choice.

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

    Best wireless headphones

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

    Best pair of wireless headphones out there the 3D audio is amazing and the noise cancellation is the best I’ve experienced.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi HaydenP, 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
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Never Let’s Down!

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

    [Employee of bestbuy] Honesty a good all around headphone, might be the best in the market as of right now!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Irvin, Amazing! We're pleased to hear 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

    Sony audio continues to be excellent

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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.

    Replacing my original Sony xm series headphones and these are another great product from Sony. Highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Chuck, We're happy 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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good quality

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

    Looks wise they’re a little bigger than I expected but the quality is high. The plastic doesn’t feel cheap and the sound quality is very high.

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

    Pretty good

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

    These headphones wotk very well as long as you place them correctly. Overall great headphones.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DouglasC, Great! We're glad that you are happy 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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort
    Best Buy Employee

    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.

    [Employee of bestbuy] Great headphones! I’ve been using them every day since I got them and they’re very comfortable! Would recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi amend, Awesome! We're glad that you are enjoying 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 5 out of 5 stars

    10/10

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

    Perfect noise cancelling. I use them to study and work. Very useful for focusing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Atabeyra,
      Nice! Thanks for the perfect 10 score for our WH1000XM5 and we're glad that you are pleased with the noise canceling capability of the headphone. With this feature, you can now focus on your activities. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very good indeed!!

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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.

    Amazing sound and the best noise canceling ever. I always had Air pods and this one is much better!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Eduardo, we're glad you like the sound quality and noise canceling feature of our product! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US