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 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.
Almost perfect
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not much to say they are Sony Headphones of the highest quality and nothing beats them not Bose, not Beats, and certainly not Apple (who have stopped innovating). I only take a star away because a lack of compatibility with Linux using the same Bluetooth receiver.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Arkhamknighthell,
Thank you for your time writing this review! Glad to hear you like the high quality sound of your WH1000XM5 headphones. We appreciate your feedback with regard the compatibility of the headphones with Linux. Compatibility will depend on your OS. If the system can communicate with Bluetooth Version 5.2 or earlier, it should work. The profiles supported by the WH1000XM5 headphones are A2DP, AVRCP, HFP and HSP.
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! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They great sound quality and noise cancellation are the best. They are great.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BigD, Awesome! We're happy to hear that you like the sound quality 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
Reveiw
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very Good but very easily broken and can have faults!!!!
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Headset
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great durable headset. I like the nice clean look and the audio is awesome
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Indy, Great! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality 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
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
All throughout amazing
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’m someone who has gone through many headphones in my lifetime, and these are beyond the best I’ve had. They fit on your ears comfortably, they don’t hurt even if you have them on for a long time, etc etc. The noise-cancelling feature is a godsend, but don’t use them when it’s windy or when you have your windows down when riding in the car, because they can impact your hearing and make it feel like a suction cup. I’ve had to have people shouting my name just for me to hear them, or where they tap me to get my attention. It also feels nice just to have on, even when you’re not wearing music. I’ve worn them to many places the entire time I’ve had these headphones and it works wonders. I also find it nice that there’s an option between having background noise on, or none. Sometimes I just enjoy having music on in the background in my head while talking to people, like your own little radio. The battery life is very bearable, amazing even. They last for 3 days with time between taking them off, and they warn you very gently once the battery gets low enough; I’ve had problems where some headphones tell me very aggressively and I’d rather just have the earbuds off. They are very light, sleek, and go amazing with every outfit. They keep your ears warm when it’s cold out, too. Sometimes you can’t tell you even have them on. The only issue I’ve had with the design was that I’m not aware of my surroundings much, so I bump into things on the side such as getting into the car or closing my front door. They haven’t scratched at all though, even with how much I’ve accidentally banged them against something. So yes, the Sony XM5’s are very very much worth it. The price may stray people from getting them, but these will last you through thick and thin. I’d say just get these rather than get any other headphones, because I’m sure the price itself adds up to the price of all the headphones I’ve purchased throughout the years. They have many settings, and the touch controls are lovely to use and so easy to figure out. You will never have to pull out your phone again just to connect to these headphones, turn up/down, skip songs. These are some of the finest, and if you don’t like some of the settings automatically set on the headphones, you can always change it in the app. I recommend these for headphone users 100%.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JJA1ejo, Great choice! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying your new WH-1000XM5 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
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I gave these to my daughter for her birthday abd she loves them ! The fewatures are great forcwhen shesxeslkinh or on favetine . Her favorite headohobes now
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Sean, We're glad that your daughter loves her new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They are exactly what I expected. These are awesome headphones and are water resistant so it’s great at the gym when I’m getting sweaty/hot.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SethM, Thank you so much for the 5-star rating! We are glad to hear that you are happy with your purchase! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.very nice sound quality, I loved the feeling of wearing them but they looked a little huge (?) on me like they looked like oversized earmuffs on my small head but other then that they were good
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello riri,
Great! It's nice to know that you are pleased with the sound quality of your WH1000XM5. The WH1000XM5 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 WH1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design.Enjoy and thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Love these noise canceling headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.An amazing headphone very good at noise cancellation! The sound quality is good plus it has great battery life.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KarinaC, Awesome! We're glad that you like the sound quality 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
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||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It’s good very good but sometimes loose when I wear it
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Fire
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They are super lightweight and sound incredible. The app is also very handy with the ability to access the EQ.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dolo, Great! We're happy to hear that you like the sound quality and lightweight design. Also the ability to access EQ using the Headphones Connect 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
Nice!
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones, the only downside is that I am not able to figure out why sometimes the noise cancelation turns off and on by itself. Apart from that great sound!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RicardoA,
Thank you for the purchase! We're glad to hear that you love your new Sony headphones. The noise canceling function is turned on automatically when you turn on. Check this link for more details.
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534715.html
Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
Background noise cancellation
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Got it as a gift for the wife to use for work. It works!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JonathanB,
What a thoughtful gift! We're thrilled to hear your Sony XM5 headphones are delivering effective background noise cancellation for your wife's work. Thank you for choosing Sony! Enjoy! -Maria
Just buy them
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Solid choice for over ear Bluetooth headphones. If/when they make a XM6, I would be surprised if they were much better than these. I would assume they would just make them more foldable and that’s probably the only change people want.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RyanB, Great choice! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying your new WH-1000XM5 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 xm5
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not a bad item it has its hiccups with turning off randomly though.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TraceG, thank you for you feedback! We're really glad to hear you're enjoying the Sony - WH1000XM5 overall. We appreciate you mentioning the hiccup you experienced with random shutoffs. We have some recommendations to share so you can get the smoothest experience possible.
1- Set the "automatic power off function" to [Do not turn off] on the [system] tab of the Sony Sound Connect app.
2-Make sure the battery is always fully charged
3- Update the software
4- Wear the headset so that your ears are fully inside the earpads so that the wearing detection works properly.
We hope these steps help you, in case you need further assistance you can contact our technical team via: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
Thanks again for being part of the Sony family! Regards, -Dominick
- Cons mentioned:Price
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent product. Bit pricy for what it is. Will recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jewel,
We appreciate the recommendation and we're glad you like 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!
Regards,
David
A completely new way to experience audio
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best pair of headphones I've ever owned! You get what you pay for.
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Posted .Hi Hank,
Perfect! Your satisfaction with your WH1000XM5 headphones are greatly appreciated. Thanks for sharing your great experience with us and for choosing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Review
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It well made and well I use it everyday and i like them very much
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Posted .Hi Johnduh, Awesome! We're glad that the headphone is perfect for your lifestyle and you are enjoying its incredible audio quality. 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! -Jess
Disappointed after some time
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Had this for about 9 months now and I’m not crazy about it anymore. The automatic noise cancellation is bugging me and the side buttons for touch controls are too sensitive. Neither of these features can be turned off. Wish I would have bought the AirPods Max instead.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BBgamer, Thanks for your feedback and insights. Sony values the opinions of customers and is always striving to provide the best experience possible. Please ensure to use the Headphones Connect app to adjust the noise canceling function and Ambient Sound Mode (ambient sound control).
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.
For further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com
Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin
- Cons mentioned:Price
Son loves it
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Better then my last pair I owned Little too pricey
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Nick, Great choice! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying your new WH-1000XM5 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