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
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Sony Headphone
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these headphones on sale. Excellent sound quality for the money.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the review, AlanB!
We’re glad you were able to snag the WH-1000XM5 on sale! It’s great to hear that you’re enjoying the excellent sound quality and finding them to be a fantastic value. With their integrated V1 processor and 30mm driver unit, they truly deliver a premium listening experience.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Great headphones but can’t share apple audio
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great quality headphones. For Apple/Iphone users* You cannot share audio with others with these headphones. If you are looking to maybe watch a movie together somewhere and not disturb others this wont be your friend.* But great everything else!! Good sound when adjusted to your liking with the eq, good feel, holds a great charge and charges quick!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Excellent choice Justin! 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
air max killers
|Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Truly incredible headphones love the noise cancelling, compared to the xm4 this is more of a speaker approach as the inwards fold outwards I personally like that more and it feels lighter around the head probably to compete even more against the air maxes this is a dream headset however still awaiting to get gps service on this in case i lose
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KenanO,
Happy to hear that you selected our WH-1000XM5 over other brands and you enjoy the good sound quality of our headphones. We appreciate your feedback/suggestion regarding GPS function. Since this unit does not have a built-in GPS, in case you lose your headphone, you can use Fast Pair features of your XM5. The WH-1000XM5 supports Google’s helpful new Fast Pair feature. It lets you easily locate where you left your headphones by tone sound or checking their last known location in Google’s Find My Device app on your smartphone.
You can also enjoy the sound quality of the headphone because it has 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. - Marco
10/10
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought this as a gift and she loves it. Sound is fantastic and doesn't hurt your ears
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ZJ101,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that the WH-1000XM5 has been a hit as a gift and that she loves it. It’s great to know that the sound quality is fantastic and comfortable for her ears. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. We hope she enjoys many more hours of immersive listening!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
- Stephanie
Incredible purchase.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise cancelling with these is absolutely incredible. I cannot hear anything when I am listening to music, even when on a mower or in a loud environment. Only issue that I have had is when it self switches between noise canceling and ambient, sometimes it gets confused by the wind if I am outside. But inside I have had 0 issues with that. Sound is very customizable as well. Seem very durable so far as well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KoreyP,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with the WH-1000XM5 headphones! We're thrilled to hear that the noise-cancelling feature has exceeded your expectations. Your feedback regarding the switching between noise cancelling and ambient modes is invaluable to us and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We're glad to know that you've found the sound customization options to your liking and that you're pleased with the durability of the headphones. Enjoy your music!
Thanks for choosing Sony!
- Stephanie
Amazing
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My son love this gift. Nice and comfortable. Very good quality
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Guarily,
It is fantastic to know that your son is loving his gift! We are so glad that the WH-1000XM5 is providing a comfortable fit for him, as we specifically engineered these with a "soft fit" leather headband and a lightweight design to make long listening sessions effortless. These headphones represent our best in noise-canceling technology, utilizing two processors and eight microphones to silence everything from city noise to voices, ensuring he can enjoy the high-quality, high-resolution audio without any distractions.
We really appreciate you being part of the Sony family.
Best regards,
Dominick
Best Headphones of the year so far!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.If you are looking for a headphone that packs a punch this is the one. This is the best headphone for the price range and sound quality. Sound is great and the battery life is exceptional and it works well with the iPhone app and android and don’t have any lag or issues with it. The only downside is it outside will get stained if you have greasy or messy fingers. Other than that great product! Would Recommend!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PizzaPlanet2003, Thanks for your 5-star rating! We're happy to hear that you like the sound quality, battery life, and works well. 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
Worth the price!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headset, love to use for when I work or go to the gym! The noise-canceling feature really helps me focus, and the sound clarity is great!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JamesM,
We are thrilled to hear that your WH-1000XM5 headphones are helping you stay focused at work and powered through your gym sessions! It’s great to know that the noise-canceling performance and sound clarity are making such a positive impact on your daily routine. Since you enjoy using them while working, we recommend trying out the "Speak-to-Chat" feature in the Sony Sound Connect app, which automatically pauses your music when you start a conversation. Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Inferior quality - expecting Sony to recall
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Do not buy these headphones "WH1000XM5", the physical quality of these headphones do not match the high price. I got the Sony - WH1000XM5 6 months ago and the sound quality was always great though the headphones themselves felt flimsy when compared to WH1000XM4. That is, up until recently when the plastic of the right swivel piece cracked and a piece fell off, rendering the headphones unusable. I would understand if this was due to rough handling, this was from normal use leading to the right swivel breaking and the right speaker being left dangling by the wire (please see the attached pictures). Many others who’ve purchased this product have had the exact same issue with the exact same piece, suggesting a definite manufacturing defect. But Sony refuses to either recall or cover the damages, despite the headphones being under warranty, just a simple google search "wh1000xm5 broken hinge issue" will show the exact same issue occurring all across the globe. When contacting customer support they simply referred me to a separate repair shop and said there was nothing they could do. All in all a terrible experience and would not purchase headphones from Sony again, you’re much better off purchasing from a brand such as Bose or Apple where the product is sturdy and they stand behind their products whether it is good or bad, providing ample and just customer support. Being a loyal Sony customer, purchasing everything from their Sound System, to TV's to Playstation, my expectation is that Sony, as a flagship product, needs to step up and do a recall. This will set the right brand image for Sony backing their reputation.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RegularUser, we're sorry to hear that you have an issue with the headband hinge of your XM5. This is definitely not the quality or durability we aim to deliver to our customers. We'd like to review your file to better assist you. Please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:
~Earl
Best NC Headphones for studying with Misophonia
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love my headphones so much. I use them at the gym and to play games and study. Theyre authentically pleasing so i dont feel silly wearing them. They do fall off with heavy activity so i dont recommend them for running or jumping. But i LOVE the NC features because i struggle with misophonia so much.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .HI JessicaG Awesome! We're thrilled 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
Great and sound proof
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing sound quality!! I can remove all the sound around me, and the Black Friday deal was great!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Paulie!
Thank you for the wonderful review of the WH-1000XM5 headphones! We are honored to hear that you think the sound quality is amazing and that you were able to grab a great deal.
We appreciate you choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
Major upgrade from already great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I upgraded from a pair of Sony WH1000-XM2 headphones. Almost everything is better, from the noise canceling and the comfort to the USB-C charging. The only thing that took a little getting used to is the tones that replace the voice prompts. I even tested the mics, and the non-voice noise is almost eliminated. Best WFH/study aid I could hope for!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BestTechBuy, Awesome! We're pleased 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
Best headphones I’ve purchased in life!
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The active noise cancellation is the best I have experienced. Super comfortable, works well with all my devices, sound quality is great for music and calls. The mic even filters your voice well during calls. I have been listening to music in the background on a call and the person I was talking to didnt hear a thing.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ArrSea, Amazing! We're glad that you like the noise canceling, comfort, sound, 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
Solid
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overall super great. They're the most comfortable ones I tried in-store. They feel weird after a while but I'm also not used to headphones to begin with.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the great review, Ruthy!
We are thrilled to hear that you found the WH-1000XM5 to be the most comfortable ones you tried in-store! We designed them to be lightweight for exactly this reason.
We understand that it can take time to adjust to wearing any headphones for long periods, especially if you are not used to them. We hope that with continued use, they will feel completely comfortable.
Thank you again for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Sound is amazing, headphones a bit big
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Both my wife and I are having issues with these headphones not staying on quite as well as we'd hoped. We opted for these over the Bose because we both really liked the ability to mute/turn off noise cancellation by holding your hand over the right ear. We also both thought these felt more comfortable than Bose, and that the sound was pretty much equal. However, these headphones are a little big for both of us, and that's our main complaint. We also find that we accidentally mute the headphones quite a bit when exercising. Otherwise, that are incredible.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CatCity, Amazing! We're glad that you and your wife is enjoying the noise canceling function of your new headphones. We're sorry if this is a little bit big, however, you can use the slider to adjust the length to get the best fit.
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
Sounds good and no complaints at this time.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Picked these over some other brands. Bought these for my kid (24 yr old). Said these are very good. Loves the over ear. Can wear them quite a while without listening fatigue. Loves the function of covering on one ear muff to be able to pause listening and talk to people.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JasonM, This is great! We're glad that your kid likes the features of his new headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Sony Blue-Tooth headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These Blue-Tooth Sony headphones are great sounding!
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Posted .Hello BradH,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It brings us great joy to hear that you find the WH-1000XM5 Bluetooth headphones deliver excellent sound quality. We’re glad they are enhancing your audio experience and appreciate your positive feedback.
Best regards,
-Fred
Sony Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the headphones! Best quality headphones I’ve ever had. Optimal Battery life, quality sound, amazing!
I would recommend this to a friendGreat product
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product with excellent quality construction and sound.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello AshleyC,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It brings us great joy to hear that you appreciate the WH-1000XM5 headphones' quality construction and sound. We take pride in crafting products that offer both durability and an exceptional audio experience, and your kind words truly affirm our commitment. Your feedback motivates us to continue delivering the best in innovation and design.
Best regards,
-Fred
Look at you go in that head gear
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones, very comfortable. A little annoying with the sound detection, but overall very easy to connect to Bluetooth and lasting charge
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Steph, Thank you for your review of the Sony WH1000XM5! We're glad you like the comfortable fit, easy Bluetooth pairing, and excellent battery life of your new Sony headphones. We understand your concern regarding sound detection feature. To improve your experience, you can try turning off the Adaptive Sound Control in the "Sony | Headphones Connect" app and manually adjusting the noise canceling settings as needed. This should help reduce any unwanted changes in sound detection and provide a more consistent listening experience. Hope this helps and thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam