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.
Granddaughter loves them!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these for my granddaughter. She loves them!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CeCe, We're glad that your granddaughter loves her headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
The newer the Better. Sony Jeadset #5
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My second Sony Headset, have the #4 and loved it for 4 years now. On my last trip, forgot it at home so I got the #5! Wow so many new and automatic features!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Controller,
Thank you for your purchase and we are honored to have customers like you. We're glad to hear that you love your new 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Not value for money
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound Quality is OK. Not worth for money. Build qulaity is good.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Shan, Thank you for your feedback on the WH-1000XM5. We appreciate your positive comments on the build quality. We are sorry to hear that the sound quality did not meet your expectations and that you feel the product is not worth the money. Please make sure to utilize the Headphones Connect app, there are a variety of presets and custom features to match sound quality using the Sony | Headphones Connect App that tailors sound to your personal preference. Hope this helps and thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
So glad we bought them
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Our son loves them. Uses them every day & in lots of places. He says they always work everywhere
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RLBPAB,
That's great! We're glad to hear that your son loves the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
The best headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The best headphones, and the service when I went to pick it up was amazing they are so kind
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MoisesB, Great! We're delighted to hear that you are enjoying your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
MX5
|Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.it was a really good product. I really enjoy the music quality cause of the bass and tremble but the bad thing about this the padding on the headphones because it can be uncomfortable with big ears which I have. But overall I enjoyed them
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi OscarS, 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. We'll also take note of your feedback about the ear cushion (padding). Sony values the opinions of customers and is always striving to provide the best experience possible. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin
Good headphones but bulker case
|Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The headphones are pretty good but I used them on a 3 hour flight and you would imagine that you could wear them for long periods at a time but the stick of a headrest causes an ache on the head over the certain amount of time.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Iann,
Thank you for the review and we're glad to hear that you like the headphones. These headphones features an adjustable slider (left and right) to ensure comfortable fit for long period of time. The step-less slider, seamless swivel and hanger, and silent joints, make it a pleasure to wear. 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
No regrets
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Work great, noise cancelling is pretty good and sound great (for wireless headphones) after playing with the EQ
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TheDudeAbides, Excellent! We're glad that you're 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. Carl
Birthday gift
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My girlfriend loves it!!! Perfect birthday gift!!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NazariiP, Awesome! We're thrilled to hear that the WH-1000XM4 made the perfect birthday gift for your girlfriend. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Best version yet.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Long hours of wearing a breeze with the new headband style. The upgraded multi device works 100X than M4s. Strong recommendation for office workers/travelers.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JAM09,
Awesome! We're glad to hear your enjoyable experience with your new Sony WH1000XM5 headphones. This is definitely a great choice for an upgrade. 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 recommendation and for choosing Sony! - Kris
Simply awesome!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product, love the intuitive user interface and controls on the headset. Sony has put a lot of thought into the design and use.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AnishS, Great! We're glad that your investment is worth it. It's wonderful to know you love the effortless operation and super-comfortable lightweight design of these headphones. Intelligent and intuitive, the WH-1000XM5 headphones offer further improvements to our industry-leading noise cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and smart listening that adjusts to your behavior and your location. Our smart features make it easier than ever to access and enjoy your entertainment throughout the day. For example, you can play music and control the volume without opening your phone by simply pressing a button on your headphones. It also detects when you speak and can temporarily stop the music. Operating these headphones is effortless and they will fit seamlessly into your life. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Decent noise cancellation, super comfortable
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise cancellation was pretty good, didnt hurt after extended period of use and was so easy to use and play with
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Praneeth, Great! 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
I wouldn't buy them.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I found these headphones to be uncomfortable. They do not provide enough padding on top of the head. Also they hurt my ears because they don't have enough that in the ear pads.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AlexanderM
We're genuinely sorry to hear that the WH-1000XM5 headphones didn't provide the comfort you need, particularly with the padding on the headband and earcups. We understand how important a comfortable fit is for an enjoyable listening experience.
If comfort is a key concern, you might be interested in exploring our newest model, the WH-1000XM6, which features a redesigned headband and earcups that many users find offers enhanced comfort for longer listening sessions.
Thanks for considering Sony Products.
-Eliab
- Cons mentioned:Connectivity
Don't buy.
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Poor bluetooth connectivity. It's difficult to tell whether the device is on or off. So frustrated with them.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MICHAELM,
Thank you for your feedback. We apologize for the frustration you're experiencing with the WH-1000XM5 headphones, both with the Bluetooth connectivity and the difficulty determining the power status. This is certainly not the experience we want for our customers and we're sorry for the inconvenience.
To address the Bluetooth connectivity issue, we recommend trying the following troubleshooting steps:
-On your smartphone or computer, go into the Bluetooth settings and "forget" or "unpair" the WH-1000XM5. Then, restart your device and try the pairing process from the beginning.
-Initialize the headphones. You can find the instructions here: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000541013.html
-Ensure your headphones are running on the latest firmware. You can check for and install updates using the Sony | Sound Connect app.
Regarding the difficulty in telling whether the device is on or off, the headphones have an LED indicator. When you turn on the headphones, the indicator will flash blue. Please check this link for a detailed explanation of the indicator lights and their meanings: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534536.html
If these steps do not resolve the issue, or if you need further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our technical support team at https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
Thanks for considering Sony products and for bringing this to our attention.
Sincerely,
Estefany
Best store
|Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best Buy is the place to buy all electronics goods, couldn’t think of any other place that could meet Best Buy’s standards and knowledge
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Instax,
Thank you so much for the 5-star rating! It's wonderful to hear your enjoyable shopping experience. 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 purchasing our WH1000XM5 headphones and for choosing Sony! - Kris
Nois cancellation problem
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise cancellation sometimes doesn't work well and create some weird noise.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KareemR,
Thank you for the review and we do apologize for the inconvenience. Please check this article on how to resolve your issue.
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/articles/00267838?cpint=spt-mdr_triage_00204483_noisecanceling
Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
Best headphones out there
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I got this headphones and the 1st day I had them the right ear bud was bad but after replacing them with no hassle the next pair worked amazing
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MikeH, That's great news! We're glad that the replacement headphones are working great. 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
N/A
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have no review of this item. It was a gift to my granddaughter and as far as I know , she’s enjoying them tremendously.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi None,
Thank you for the review! We're glad to hear that your daughter likes the headphones. We appreciate the 5-star rating and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
You don't know! What your Missing. Excellent
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I wasn't going to spend this much money! But these Headphones. Are worth every penny. Jeff Hom
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jeffo,
Awesome! We're really happy that your investment with your WH1000XM5 headphones are worth it. We always strive to deliver the best quality with our products. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Great Purchase
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing sound quality, great for calls, very comfortable and long battery. Probably the best in its class.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mike Great! We're pleased to hear that you are enjoying the battery life, comfort, sound and call 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. Erin