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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6165 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 enthusiastic about the WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-the-Ear Headphones, highlighting the great sound quality, comfort, and long battery life. Many appreciate the lightweight feel, good bass, snug fit, and sleek design. Some customers mention the lack of foldability, the relatively high price, and occasional connectivity issues, while others feel the volume could be louder.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony headphone

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

    The sound is really nice and good and the app that works really well.

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

      Thank you for sharing your great experience!

      We're so glad you're enjoying the sound quality of your WH-1000XM5 headphones. The new drivers were specifically designed to deliver a clear and balanced audio experience, so it's wonderful to hear you're noticing the difference.

      It's also fantastic that you're finding the Sony | Headphones Connect app useful. It's designed to be a powerful tool for personalizing your listening experience, whether you're adjusting the equalizer, fine-tuning the noise canceling, or using the Adaptive Sound Control feature.

      Thanks for choosing Sony!

      Sincerely,
      Jenn | Sony North America. Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Headphone

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

    Fit perfectly!! Nice product!! Best purchase!!!.

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

      Thank you for the fantastic 5-star review! We are immensely pleased to hear that the WH-1000XM5 headphones fit you perfectly and that you consider them your Best purchase! Comfort and quality are top priorities, and we are thrilled you are enjoying them.

      Thanks for choosing Sony!

      Best regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Comfort

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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

    Very comfy, cute, and the battery life lasts a long time! I use these for studying and they are perfect

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Headphones

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

    Does great for everything I need it for. Music sounds great, phone calls are clear, noise cancellation exceeds even that of the xm4s, battery lasts me days and they charge to full incredibly fast too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      That's great, Zeke! You definitely made the right choice. We're really glad you're enjoying all the improvements we made on these headphones. Sony’s industry-leading noise cancellation evolves to further immerse you in your music. 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 your purchase and for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very Nice color Headphones

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

    Great headphones, perefct fit, very comfortable. Really nice blue color. Overall the best headphones you can get

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi FernandoC, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a great review of your Sony WH1000XM5! We're glad you like the perfect and comfortable fit, nice Blue color, and overall features and performance of your new Sony headphones. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony is always good

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

    Amazing soundNice product and very good for nose cancelation nothing beats Sony

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sonny headphones

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

    Great noise cancelling!!! I love the color!!! Also there are very comfortable, I did a great purchase :)

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Sally1234567,

      That's great! We're glad to hear that you love the noise canceling and comfortable design of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great pair of headphones

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

    one of the best anc headphones i’ve ever had, very lightweight and comfortable, good audio quality with good enough equalizer, and amazing noice cancelling

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi johnminer987, We're thrilled to hear that you like the audio quality, comfort, EQ, and noise canceling. 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, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Light and comfortable

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

    Great sounds quality and very light weight. But the cons is that the material will feel like cheap plastic

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ViTuong, Amazing! We're thrilled to hear that you like the light-weight design and sound quality. We appreciate your output and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony headphones

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

    I truly love my headphones, and I really appreciate the great customer service Best Buy provides. I’m very happy with my purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Nadah!
      Thank you for your kind feedback! We are really happy to hear your positive experience with the WH-1000XM5 headphones.

      We appreciate you choosing Sony!
      Warm regards,
      Estefany Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good quality

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

    Good quality, excellent noise cancellation, fits comfortably.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JoseR, We're glad that you are enjoying the noise canceling and fits comfortable. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Most comfortable headphone

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

    Very comfortable to wear, great sound quality. however it starts feeling heavier if wearing it for more than an hour.

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing!

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

    ANC is great and music sounds great. And its more comfortable than the Airpods Max’s. Great headset!

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Better than Apple 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 these headphones. Had so many different ones and these are the best. Very light and comfortable. They sound loud and clear. Would recommend 100%

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

      You made the right choice with the Sony WH-1000XM5! We're glad that you like the weight, comfort, and sound quality of the 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. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great value

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    Best Buy Employee
    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    They are really amazing headphones especially when you use the headphone app. You basically have control over the sound quality. Amazing battery life also lite weight.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Adam, Excellent! We're happy to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality, battery life, and use of app. 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, Weight

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    They sound so bad its depressing.

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

    Ok. I got these and the Airpod Max to A/B and compare to decide what I want to go with. First the good: They are easy to connect and can connect to two devices. I like that. These are very light, very comfortable and easy to use. The noise canceling is top tier. But that's where the goodness ends. These are one of the worst sounding headphone for the money that I have ever put on my head. I was shocked. The older model (XM4) actually sound much better. The way these compress the sound, kill the midrange....its actually inexcusable. I tried to like these. I really did. I fly a lot. And most of my flights are 6 hours or more. So I wanted great sound, noise canceling and comfort. I couldnt handle listening to music, or movies, with these headphones. I can't....NOT recommend these enough. Unless you don't care about sound quality and are more into comfort and noise canceling. I still have my airpod max headphones. They are not very comfortable. But I will deal with that to have the better sound quality and much better noise canceling than my old Bose QC45's.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi PaulD, While we're glad that you like noise canceling, comfort, and ease of pairing, we regret that the sound quality did not meet your expectations. This is definitely not the experience we'd like you to have. Sony values the opinions of customers and is always striving to provide the best experience possible.

      For sound related concerns, please try the following:
      Turn down the volume of the playback 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.
      Please also ensure the software is updated.
      Ref: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534519.html

      For further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great!

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

    Very good sound quality and battery life, just hopes it comes out with a tracking feature for apple users.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Soju, We appreciate your feedback and we're glad that you like the sound quality and battery life. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    They’re great

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

    Fantastic sound and super comfortable. I was torn between these and the AirPod max and I’m pretty sure I made the right decision!

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

      You made the right choice! We appreciate the 5-star rating and we're glad to hear that you like the sound quality and comfortable design of the Sony 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. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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

    Loving it. No ear pain… sound great. Battery backup awesome.. actually I am glued to it.. No heavy mess in the head for longtime wearing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AmitN, Thank you for the excellent review! We're very happy to hear that you're loving the comfortable fit, great sound, long battery life, and lightweight design 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

    Awesome!

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

    Sony for me is just the best in noise canceling headphones, and this is not the exception, great pair, love the fit and customization with the app

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      HiLdemaria75, 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