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 enjoy the WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones for their excellent sound quality, comfort, and battery life. Many appreciate the lightweight feel, satisfying bass, and sleek design, as well as the snug fit and active noise cancellation. However, some customers find them less portable compared to previous models and a bit expensive. Others have noted occasional connectivity issues and that the volume doesn't always get as loud as they would like.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
No Folding
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones. However, it does take up a lot of space when storing as it does not fold.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LukeB, Amazing! We're delighted to hear 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
10/10
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.10/10 worth the purchase. Would recommend to anyone.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi HIMM,
Very nice! We're glad to hear that you like the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Incredible Audio Quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sounded like a pair of studio headphones, best over the ear ive ever used
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi leopetro04, Great! We're glad that you are enjoying the audio 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
It was okay
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality and noise cancellation was not good for the price.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi icandy, Awesome! We're pleased to hear that you like the sound and noise canceling function. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Great phone for Zoom
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Only a day so far but the easiest blue tooth connection I have ever experienced. Tested out in zoom meetings and phone calls. All said the sound was great.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Earle,
Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're glad you had an easy time connecting the headphones to your device. 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
Awesome sound and controls
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.love them soo much I used them everyday. For workout, work, etc.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AnaRico Great! We're glad that you love the WH1000XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Best headphones you can buy
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best darn headphones on the market! That’s all I have to say you can’t beat them!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DevinE, Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're glad you're happy with your purchase. Make sure to keep your device's firmware up to date to enjoy all its features. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Craig
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Easy to use Portable Great quality if you don’t want to hear your parents And stylish
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JazminB,
Thank you for the purchase! We're happy to hear that you like the quality, design and easy to use functions of the headphones. We appreciate the 5-star rating and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
My first Sony headphones and my last
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.If you’re determined to buy these headphones, keep in mind that you will need the app. The app that takes forever to connect to the headphones. The app that does not always work when it does connect. Want your calls randomly cutoff? Buy! Want music to play randomly even when you have the setting on to pause when headphones are removed? Buy! Want to have to reset the volume every time you take a call or listen to music? Buy!!
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jaila19,
Thank you for the review and we are so sorry to hear about your experience. This is not the news we want to hear. To isolate and resolve the issue, reset the headphones to factory default settings and try again. Here's the link on how to.
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000541013.html
We also recommend updating the software of your headphones using the Sony headphones connect app. A firmware update improves the functionality and features of your device. It can provide fixes to any performance issues that may occur.
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/software/00278246
For us to better assist you, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
Name:
Best Buy Username:
Model Number:
Issue:
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-David
Impressed
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Impressed by the quality of the product. Expensive but worth it. Now it is just a matter of having a long life product to match my expectations.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LuisH, 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
Excellent headphone
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My girlfriend like it so much, she is always wearing it, she like the color and everything of the headphone.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi prodigium66,
That's great! Thank you for reaching out to us today. We're always happy to hear from you. We're glad to hear that your girlfriend likes 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!
-David
4 stars
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Alright headphones, they are not as sturdy as I would like them
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JosueM, Thanks for sharing your feedback. We'll take note your input and rest assured, this will be looked into. Thank you and regards, -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I like the features of the sony headphones they do feel cheap and sometimes it seems like they will fall off and in the sun your ears do sweat.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Flowaz, We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your 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 thank you
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I'm very proud to own these headphones as they are the best I ever had. Also, very easy to use with controls on the side on the right side.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi chillwilltheone, We're glad that you like the ease of using the controls. 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
Great Christmas
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought as a Christmas gift. Cant go wrong with the Sony XM line. Upgrade from the XM4.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi WP01, Wonderful Christmas gift! We're also glad that you are enjoying your new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony - WH-1000XM5
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality is great working distance is good connection is not great. Sound cuts in and out with easy. Tried multiple phones problem so occurs
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BrandonS, We're glad that you like the sound 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.
We are also sorry to hear that the sound cuts in and out. To avoid having this issue, please ensure the headphones and the connected device is within the Bluetooth range. Ensure that the software is updated to version 1.1.3. You can check the software by launching the Headphones Connect app.
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/software/00278246
If this does not help, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
Name:
Username:
Model Number:
Issue:
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Sincerely, Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Broken Headband within a few months
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had the xm3 I believe gifted to me and I loved the sound quality. It ended up breaking and when I contacted customer service they said it was "cosmetic damage" and they could not fix it. So I ended up buying a new pair and they just broke. I swear to you I did not do anything unusual. I did not sleep with them. I always used the case. I legit had them on and I myself fell. (the headphones did not) and the hinge part just broke off. I paid over 300 dollars for this to say I am disappointed would be an understatement.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RinadB,
Thank you for reaching out to us with your concern. We're sorry to hear about what happened with your headphones. This is definitely not the quality or durability we aim to deliver to our customers. Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority and the WH-1000XM5 were tested and build to last.
Please note we have a customer hotline that is happy to assist you and help troubleshoot any concerns you have, and your headphones has a 1-year warranty from the date of purchase.
If you still have the unit, may we contact you to help and get more information? If so, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com.
Apologies if you disclosed some of this information in your review and to customer service, we just want to ensure that we have your accurate details at the time of communication.
Full Name:
Best Buy Username:
Telephone Number:
Sony Model Number:
Additional Information regarding your experience with the WH-1000XM5:
We value your feedback and aim to restore your trust in Sony.
Sincerely,
Jess
Hood birthday present
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Got these for my brothers birthday and obef tbe xm4’s these have way better sound cancellation. He uses thrm on his ps5 and he says theyre amazung.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Whayves, Thank you for choosing Sony! Awesome gift! 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. -Carl
Best ‘Best Buy’ in Alaska
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good quality. Amazing service a lot of selection and many good associates.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ClaytonB, We're happy to hear that you're satisfied with your purchase and service received from the store. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Review
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound of the headphones is really good and they feel really light
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JoseA, 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