Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/L
- SKU:
- 12109962
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 excellent sound quality of these headphones. They also highly value the incredible comfort, great battery life, light weight, and appealing design.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Great for work
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great for office use. I primarily use this for meetings and personal use.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi S54CM3! Thanks for the review!
It is most rewarding to hear that your WH-1000XM5 is working out so well for both your meetings and your personal time.
These headphones include Multipoint Connection, allowing you to stay connected to your laptop and phone simultaneously, and an Auto NC Optimizer that automatically adjusts noise canceling based on your surroundings.
Thanks for selecting Sony headphones!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Sony-XM5
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love them, very comfortable. Won’t regret purchasing!
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Posted .Hi MoisesM, it brings us great joy to hear you're loving the incredible sound and all-day comfort of your new Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones! Their top-tier noise canceling really makes them ideal for all your on-the-go listening. Thank you for choosing Sony! Best regards, -Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Better than AirPods
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality not true noise cancellation still can hear a sound in the background from the street but does a pretty good job better than AirPods.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello PaulF,
Thank you for considering Sony products.
It brings us great joy to hear that you appreciate the sound quality of the WH-1000XM5 and find it performs well compared to other products. We understand that some background noise can still be heard, and we want to help you get the most out of the noise cancellation feature. To maximize its effectiveness, please ensure the headphones are worn properly with the ear pads sealing well around your ears. Additionally, turning off Adaptive Sound Control and setting noise cancellation to its highest level manually can improve your experience. For more detailed information, please visit: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534745.html.
We are committed to resolving this issue for you. If the problem persists, we recommend contacting our dedicated support team for advanced troubleshooting. You can access all available contact options and resources here: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good quality
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality and noise cancellation for the price
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DanielV, thank you so much for your thoughtful review!
We're thrilled to hear you love the sound quality and noise cancellation of the WH-1000XM5! Your feedback means a lot to us. It's great to know our headphones are enhancing your listening experience with advanced noise-canceling tech and exceptional audio at an accessible price.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Stephanie
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing sound
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The headphones were amazing the sound was on point especially when you have a app that has 360 audio. The only thing is the noise cancelling it made me feel like my eyes were going to pop out and caused me mild headaches other than that I recommend these head phones as they sound amazing.
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Posted .Hi Gallo, we're glad you are enjoying the sound quality of our product. We're sorry to hear about your experience with the noise canceling function on your SONY unit. This unit has Auto NC Optimizer. When you wear the headset, this function always automatically optimizes the noise canceling performance by analyzing the wearing condition of the headset according to the shape of your face and your hairstyle, or the presence or absence of glasses, and the pressure change in an airplane, etc. Please check this link for more details:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534561.html?search=noise%20canceling%20
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. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Review
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good headphones, great sound but the design isn't the most comfortable especially for active people
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Posted .Hi VictorG, Thank you for the fantastic 5-star rating! We're thrilled to hear that you love your new headphones. We appreciate your feedback about the design. To ensure a secure fit, we suggest adjusting the headband slider according to your preference. Enjoy your listening experience! -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Superb Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I use these mostly with my phone because my hearing isn't very good. They work really well and I have been complimented on the sound clarity. Music sounds great, too. The app has an incredible level of detail concerning things you can adjust with the app.
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Posted .Hi BillB, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your purchase! 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Greatness
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sounds is just great. Noise canceling is beyond words
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Posted .Hello Papiloxs, thanks for the five-stars rating! We are beyond pleased to hear that you're enjoying the impressive sound quality of the WH1000XM5 and its industry-leading noise cancellation function! Thanks for choosing Sony! Sicerely, -Jenn.
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Endless Battery!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are a fantastic pair of headphones! I still haven’t messed with all the settings. The battery life amazing! I haven’t had to recharge them yet. They just keep going!
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Posted .Hi Jsok, We're delighted to hear that you're enjoying your WH1000XM5. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
The Best...
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Perfect fit, great Noise-Canceling headphones. I'm gad I tried them all before buying these Sony headphones!
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Posted .Hi VBcollegekid, Awesome! Thank you for your amazing 5-star review of the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones! We're delighted to hear that you consider them the best choice after exploring different options. It’s wonderful that you value the perfect fit and outstanding noise canceling features of these headphones. Your feedback is incredibly important to us, and we're thrilled that you're enjoying your purchase. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best headphones ever
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My son absolutely loves these headphones! The noise cancelling is phenomenal and quality of sound is awesome
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Posted .Hi JenniferH, Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We're glad to learn that you and your son love your new Sony WH-1000XM5/B and its phenomenal noise-canceling capabilities and awesome sound. Thank you for choosing Sony, and enjoy! -Maria
Absolutely great headphones
|Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] I didn’t think I’d like them as much as I did but they are amazing.
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Posted .Hello JoshM,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It brings us great joy to hear that the WH-1000XM5 headphones exceeded your expectations and impressed you so much. Your positive experience truly motivates us to continue delivering exceptional products that enhance your daily life. We're grateful for your trust and happy to be part of your audio journey.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
I recommend.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones. - Noise cancelling is about the same as the MX3's - blueooth pairs and switching to devices is totally worth the buy. It connected to devices fast. - build quality and style is also much better than MX3's I recommend.
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Posted .Hi PeterT, 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
Top quality headphones but tiny inconveniences
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.For someone who has never owned premium headphones these are amazing, the noise cancelling is great and the sound is definitely better than the $20 ones. The 2 things that bothered me was when the noise cancelling was on it would feel weird when not playing anything. The second thing was the charging cable being way too small. But overall these headphones are really good.
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Posted .Hi hipo23, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are enjoying your new WH-1000XM5! If the effect of noise canceling is not sufficient, please check our help guide link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534745.html
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.
Regards,
Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
noise cancellation
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound and noise cancelling. Used it on a cross country air trip and the noise cancellation was excellent. Gesture control is very convenient. Music quality is superior to most others I have tested.
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Posted .Hi LGsoundbar, Amazing! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound, noise canceling, and features. 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
One word.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Immersion is the best word to describe these headphones, in the gym, in the streets, everywhere. The noise cancelling is superior. Best purchase I have made in awhile.
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Posted .Hi AndrewD, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with your new WH1000XM5! We're thrilled to hear you like the immersive experience and superb noise canceling of these headphones. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Good quality.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Highly recommended to buy . It’s premium quality. I will be buying the latest edition soon.
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Posted .Hi AjibolaA,
We are elated to hear that the premium quality of the WH-1000XM5 has made such a strong impression on you! We take great pride in delivering a high-end experience, and it is wonderful to know that you are already looking forward to the next evolution in our headphone lineup.
The WH-1000XM5 continues to set a high bar with its dual-processor noise canceling system and carbon-fiber driver units, which provide incredible clarity and detail. We are particularly excited that you are keeping an eye on the future; the recently launched WH-1000XM6 builds on that premium foundation with our new HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3 and a return to the fan-favorite foldable design for even better portability. Whether you are enjoying the industry-leading silence of your current pair or moving to the latest edition, we are thrilled to have you with us.
Thank you for trusting Sony.
Best regards,
Dominick
Almost perfect, but needs a few tweaks.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really liked the headset, but had a few issues that caused me to ultimately return them. 1) Not having detailed control of the ANC would sometimes cause an issue where I could feel it rapidly switching between levels. 2)) There is no way to mute a phone call that I could find on the headset. This has been a complaint on every version of this headset and seems like it will never be addressed. 3) For some reason, the microphone array would think that my voice was background noise occasionally and would attempt to remove parts of it from the conversation. If you don't experience these issues, or feel that they aren't deal breakers, the headset is great. The Google Assistant integration was nice, allowing me to do so many things on my phone with the headset. The noise canceling, when working correctly, was amazingly good for both listening to audio and removing background noise when making calls. I really do wish they had worked out and hope that maybe the next version will add the improvements needed to make it perfect for me.
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Posted .Hi JarredF, Thank you for your feedback. While we're glad that you find these headphones almost perfect, we regret that it had to be returned. Sony takes into consideration all feedback to improve the performance and quality of our products and services.
Regards,
Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best of the Best
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best of the best. The touch controls are amazing and you put your hand on top of the right ear cup and it lowers the volume and noise cancelling so you can talk without removing them. Audio is incredible and the App you will actually will use. so many pre-sets and customization.
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Posted .Hi Jochy, Amazing! We're pleased to hear that you are enjoying the features, sound quality, noise canceling function, and use of 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Review Sony headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Works fine. Comfortable. I dont know what else to day.
I would recommend this to a friend