Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/B
- SKU:
- 6505727
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 commend the impeccable sound quality and exceptional comfort of these headphones, which are frequently praised for their lightweight design and impressive battery life. While users appreciate the sleek aesthetic and effective noise cancellation, some note that the product could be more portable and competitively priced. Additionally, a few users expressed concerns regarding occasional connectivity issues and a desire for higher maximum volume levels and water resistance.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best on the market
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best on the market! True noise canceling. Amazing sound quality.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi John,
Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're so happy to hear you're loving the XM5 headphones! Their noise cancelling and sound quality are top notch. We hope you have amazing moments with them!
Thanks for choosing Sony.
-Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Head phones
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome headphones. I would recommend them to anyone. Employees are knowledgeable with the product they are selling
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JamesB, Thank you for the amazing review! We're delighted to hear that you had a great shopping experience and good to know that you find them awesome and would recommend them to others. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Cute and comfy
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great quality but the noise canceling is okay, sometimes the controls don’t work accurately but it sounds great
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your feedback and for highlighting the sound quality of the WH-1000XM5, CM009. We're glad to hear you’re enjoying your listening experience.
Regarding your comments on noise cancelling: The WH-1000XM5 uses advanced noise cancelling technology to minimize background sounds, but the effectiveness can vary depending on your environment and how the headphones are worn. If the noise cancelling seems weaker than expected, making sure the headphones fit securely and checking for firmware updates through the Sony | Headphones Connect app may help enhance performance. Additionally, updating and customizing the noise cancelling settings in the app can sometimes make a noticeable difference.
For the controls issue: Occasional touch control inaccuracy can be due to external factors like moisture, debris, or how the headphones are being touched. For the most accurate response, ensure the touch sensor area is clean and dry, and try using deliberate taps or swipes as shown in the user guide. If issues persist, restarting your headphones or resetting settings through the Headphones Connect app may improve responsiveness.
Your feedback is valuable, and we’re always working to improve our products. If you need further assistance with noise cancelling or controls, please contact customer support or visit the Sony support website for more troubleshooting tips.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Gus
Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great buy
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality is great and so is the noise canceling feature. Can get a little uncomfortable wearing it for too many hours consistently but mostly very comfortable if adjusted well to fit head.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SydneyB, We're glad that you like the WH1000XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
amazing!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are amazing, I only ever spent under $30 for headphones before so these were a total upgrade and well worth the price. I use these when i’m in the backseat of the car with my family and it cancels out all the noise and radio their playing
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi goldfishzoo, Awesome! We're glad 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:Sound quality
Best noise canceling headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The most incredibly awesome noise canceling headphones at the suggestion of the very knowledgeable staff!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi jmbearcub, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your purchase! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Noise canceling
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best sound on the market you get what you pay for!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello JacobB,
Thanks for the awesome feedback! We're so pleased to hear you're enjoying the unparalleled sound quality of your XM5 headphones. It's great to hear that their performance is everything you expected and more.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Sincerely,
Jenn.
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Noice-Canceling for sure
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So far so good, they really work I can use them all day long no issues .
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for sharing your positive feedback on the WH-1000XM5, fastasma! We are delighted to hear that you find them comfortable for all-day use without any issues. Your satisfaction is incredibly important to us, and we're delighted that the headset's performance and usability meet your expectations. If you have any further comments or questions, feel free to let us know.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Gus
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
The best ones!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The BEST ones! Don’t think once just buy them! Great quality!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Disappointing
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I can't decide if I like these, and considering their cost, I guess that means they weren't worth it (to me). The audio is OK and the nose cancelling is good, except the software that gets installed with them on my phone causes the nose cancelling to turn on and off seemingly randomly. It's distracting and runs the audio quality and experience. If I don't move my head, they sound great. After wearing them for about 20 minutes they start to hurt my ears... not great. They come with a nice case, thats cool. The ear cuffs are touch control sensitive which sounds like a cool feature, but adjusting their position on your head will cause your audio playback to do weird things... not cool. Meh
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RevelBerry, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We're sorry to hear that you have an issue with your Sony unit. You can find this link helpful in Auto NC Optimizer:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534561.html?search=noise%20canceling
When wearing the headset, we recommended checking this link:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000539062.html?search=wearing
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:
~Earl
Best carrying case in the game
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Like this better than the Airpods Max. Not as seamless as apples headphones for the apple ecosystem, But fit and comfortability wise I would definitely choose this over the other. ANC feature is nice and carrying case is really nice.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi olaniso, We're delighted to hear that you like the fit, comfortability, 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Impressive
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I go through a lot of buds and over the ear and open ear style stuff. At the end of the day the pair of the Sony's are stunning brilliant and amazing. Period end of story. Mic drop!!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Cl3anb0y, Thank you for giving the Sony WH1000XM5 a perfect rating! We're glad to hear that you're satisfied with your purchase. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
A complete winner!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.More refined than my older version (M3). Good improvement in the way to handle the ambiance isolation and the total silence mode, it is very intutive and I noticed less isolation in the older version I feel disconnected from the sorroundings.Like always unparalleled sound quality. Good quality calls !
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi bdmore 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:Sound quality
Sony did it.
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product! I had read the reviews of all the best noise cancellation headphones and kept coming back to this product. Good choice and i would recommend.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AdebunmiG, You've made an excellent choice! We're pleased to hear you like the exceptional noise cancellation of your Sony WH1000XM5. We appreciate the recommendation and thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best all-round headphone
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love this headphone, beautiful sound quality with amazing noise cancellation
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello LeoH, thank you for the five-star rating! We are honored to hear you love the WH1000XM5 headphones! The exceptional sound quality and industry-leading noise cancellation technology they provide were designed with the goal of enhancing our customers' listening experience. Thank you for choosing Sony! Best regards, -Jenn.
Headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’m really enjoying these headphones—they’re fantastic for work, gaming, and listening to music! I’d suggest checking them out at Best Buy.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello JoshuaL,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're honored to hear that your WH1000XM5 headphones are enhancing your work, gaming, and music experiences. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're delighted to know they are making a positive impact in your daily activities.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Awesome headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was skeptical at first when I bought these headphones but wow do they sound amazing. The noise cancellation could be a tad bit better but it does the job by dialing the airplane noise way down. Would most defiantly recommend these to friends and family.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LuisP, Thanks for sharing your awesome experience. We are glad that you like your new Sony 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 your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony xm5
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The best headphones I’ve got so far. Best quality especially the voice cancellation mode was in point
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NehmyaM, that's wonderful to hear! We feel privileged to know you're loving the superb sound and industry-leading noise cancellation of your Sony WH-1000XM5. Their comfy design truly makes them perfect for all-day wear, no matter where you are. Thank you for choosing Sony! Best regards, -Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
10/10 Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are amazing. Perfect for the gym. I wear them all the time. I only have to charge them about once every two weeks, and I wear them every day for at least an hour.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KealeighM, We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying your new headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great design, definite improvement over last model
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ortega95, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH-1000XM5! The specially designed 30mm (precision-engineered) driver unit with light and rigid dome using carbon fiber composite material improves high frequency sensitivity for more natural sound quality. Sony unique technologies include a premium lead-free solder containing gold for excellent conductivity, Fine Sound Resistor for even power distribution, and optimised circuitry for an improved signal-to-noise ratio to ensure clear, consistent sound. -Carl