Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/B
- |
- SKU:
- 6505727
Customer reviews
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6177 reviews
(6,177 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
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.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
SONY HEADSET
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are amazing, our first one fell in a bucket of mop water and stopped working, we were devastated and bought annother pair just because we loved them so much! Definitely recommended!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Adkins85, Fantastic! We're extremely pleased to hear about your satisfaction with the amazing performance of these headphones. Thank you so much for the love and for recommending our WH-1000XM5! - Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Cool ahhh head phones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Its awesome dawg, trust me I can’t hear nobody wearing these
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Silver
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, JacksonB,
Thanks for the review and the 5-stars rating! We are delighted to hear how much you love your Sony Headphones and their amazing Sound quality and Noise Cancelling feature! We appreciate the preference and we hope you can continue to enjoy listening to your favorite tunes. Do not forget to download the Sony Sound Connect app to enhance the experience!
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a nice day!
-DiegoV
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Spectacular headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I got these as a Christmas gift for my wife and she has absolutely loved them. She is a musician and records from our home studio quite a bit and these have fantastic headphones for recording or just sure listening casually. Normally she does not care about this kind of thing but she has absolutely been in love with these headphones and will not go back to any others.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Silver
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Pablo, We're happy to hear that your wife loves her 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
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Mrs
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound and super comfortable. They are worth the money
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LisaS, We're happy to hear that you like the audio quality and comfort. 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:Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Not worth the price.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The noise canceling is very good but if you already own the WH-1000XM3 the upgrade it not worth it. The XM3 sound way better and feel better made.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Silver
No, I would not recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony xm5
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones in class, awesome sound quality and noise cancellation.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Blue
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your review, Skyrim! We are immensely pleased to hear that you're enjoying the WH-1000XM5 headphones. These headphones are designed to deliver top-notch sound quality and impressive noise cancellation, providing an excellent audio experience. We strive to offer the best in class products and are happy to know that our efforts have made a difference for you.
Your feedback is highly appreciated and helps us continue to improve our products. Thanks for choosing Sony!
Gus
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Weight
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Comfort
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I didn't expect how lightweight it was going to be, but I like the comfortability.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Blue
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NiCh, Awesome! We're very pleased to hear that you appreciate the comfortable fit of your 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony’s Best
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love these headphones! The sound is amazing!! Great for the gym
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Smoky Pink
I would recommend this to a friend - Cons mentioned:Connectivity
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Blue Tooth Issues
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I like these head phones but, I wish I would have purchased another set of Bose headphones. My issues with these headphones is the blue tooth constantly disconnects. Also, the noise canceling quality is not very good.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Blue
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ClydeC,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We're truly sorry to hear about your experience with the Sony - WH1000XM5 headphones, especially regarding Bluetooth stability and noise canceling performance. We understand how important both of these features are, and we'd like to share some tips that may help.
For Bluetooth connectivity:
- Please ensure your headphones are updated to the latest firmware using the Sony Headphones Connect App.
- In the app, you can also set the set the headset to “Priority on stable connection”, which can reduce the audio/Bluetooth dropouts.
- Try to avoid using the headphones in areas with heavy wireless interference, such as near microwave ovens, crowded trains, or when surrounded by multiple wireless communication audio devices.
For noise cancelling performance:
- Make sure the headphones are properly fitted and fully sealed over your ears—this makes a big difference in blocking outside sound.
- In the Sony Headphones Connect App, use the "Auto NC Optimizer" feature, which adjusts performance based on your environment and personal fit.
- Double-check that Adaptive Sound Control isn't automatically lowering noise cancelling in certain situations; you can manually set it to "Noise Canceling" using the app for maximum effect.
If you've tried these steps and are still experiencing issues, we recommend reaching out to our technical support team for further assistance: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
We'd love the chance to help improve your experience with your headphones!
Thank you for considering Sony products.
Best regards,
Dominick
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I Love it, idk how I was without them, it’s my new love
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, SvitlanaV!
We are absolutely blushing! It is wonderful to hear that the WH-1000XM5 headphones have become your "new love." We know exactly how you feel—once you experience that industry-leading noise canceling and crisp sound quality, it’s hard to imagine going back!
We are so happy to be the soundtrack to your day. Thank you for choosing Sony and for sharing the love!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect sound and style
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love these headphones. I had to buy my kids their own after they kept taking mine. Great sound and I love how classy and clean the style is.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Blue
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Natahorchata,
Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're happy to hear that you love the sound quality and design of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Xm-5
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.First pair of noise canceling headphones and very impressed. Very lightweight and loud.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JohnS, Excellent choice! We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the noise canceling function, loudness, and lightweight design. 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
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Left side doesnt NC fully
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are some awesome headphones. The battery, for me, by how i use it, lasts me about 3 days (heavy to light usage) at 10% while typing this. The only downside for me right now is that the left side of the headphones doesn't block sound up to 35%. Whenever I turn on my music to 75% (highest safe hearing limit) and do stuff, i can still slightly hear, the door opening, me vacuuming, car engine running, all with noise canceling on, not ambient sound control on. This is the only reason why i might return these and maybe get the bose 700.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi EzzeKillz, While we are glad to hear that you are happy with the overall performance of the WH-1000XM4 headphones, we are sorry to hear that it did not meet all of your expectations. If you still have the headphones, please check our help guide link to fully utilize the noise canceling feature of the WH-1000XM4.
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752735.html
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- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Top of the line headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are really nice and comfortable. The sound quality is excellent.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi jklug, We're happy to hear that you like the sound quality and comfort. 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: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, SONY will not disappoint, this product is comparable and I may say better then other more expensive headphones.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Blue
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DeniseE,
That's great! We're glad to hear that you like your new Sony headphones. We appreciate the positive feedback and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best headphones everr
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Upgraded from xm4. These are lighter and still has the best noise cancellation
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Silver
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Milow! Awesome upgrade! From airplane noise to people’s voices, our WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones with multiple microphone noise cancelling keep out more high and mid frequency sounds than ever. And with Auto NC Optimizer, noise cancelling is automatically optimised based on your wearing conditions and environment. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great purchase
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound is great and they are super comfortable.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Blue
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Sara,
Very nice! We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality and comfortable design of the headphones. Our ultra-comfortable WH1000XM5 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. We appreciate your support and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-th
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I got these for my son and they are really great. I just ordered the XM5 instead of the XM6.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your review, MichealS!
We are so glad to hear your son is enjoying his new headphones! While the WH-1000XM6 is our latest release, the WH-1000XM5 continues to be an incredible performer and is widely loved for its comfort and powerful noise cancellation. It’s a fantastic choice that he’s sure to get plenty of use out of!
Thank you for choosing Sony for such a great gift.
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Overall but alright for Gym
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great over the ear headphones. If you cover the right ear with your hand then it’ll automatically go into transparency mode which is really cool. They aren’t that great for the gym though. Sweat easily builds up in the ears and they are not water or sweat proof. Really wish they made it water proof for the price it’s going for.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Silver
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi R2D2,
Thanks for commenting! We are so happy to know your satisfaction with the Quick Attention Mode function and superb performance of the WH-1000XM5. We greatly appreciate your input with the design of the headphones and we are sorry if it doesn’t have an IPX rating or waterproofing/sweatproof feature.
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 very much for your purchase and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great sounding headphones.
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Top tier headphones giving good sound and noise canceling.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Nick,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're honored to hear that you're enjoying the WH1000XM5 headphones. Their exceptional sound quality and advanced noise-canceling features truly set them apart. Your experience motivates us to continue delivering high-quality products.
Best regards,
-Fred





















