Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/S
- SKU:
- 10101585
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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sounds great!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.First over the ear headphones in awhile. My boyfriend has the earbuds, so figured I’d try the over ear ones. I bought this specifically for flights. I have sensitive ears & so pressure changes are really painful. I have to wear something to help adjust the pressure, so it also blocks alot of noise. These headphones have enough space so it's not smushing my ears. The sound cancellation is amazing. There is an equalizer app & such that you have to separately download. I debated between these, airpods max, & beats for awhile & I'm so glad I went with these.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Sunny, 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. If you feel like the sound quality is lacking, you may use our Sony Headphones Connect app to adjust the sound quality to your liking! For reference, please check our related article link: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/articles/00286844 Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Some of the best headphone out there today
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I went from apple ear pods to these and the sound quality and build quality is just amazing they work really well with e drum and my iPad Pro 13 easy connection with Sony app I would recommend these to anyone that need some good quality headphones with great sound
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Stoopidhead918,
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're so glad to hear that you’re enjoying the amazing sound and build quality of your WH-1000XM5 headphones. It’s great to know they pair seamlessly with your e-drum and iPad Pro. We appreciate your recommendation and hope you continue to enjoy every beat!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Maria
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Truly is the best
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Truly the best headphones on the market, it has everything you want perfectly in headphones, long battery life, amazing sound quality, no complaints
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mando,
Fantastic! We are truly delighted to know your satisfaction with the incredible sound quality, long-lasting battery life, and amazing performance of the WH-1000XM5. 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 very much for your awesome feedback and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great to workout with
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Headphones are great to workout with & music is clear
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LisetteC,
It’s great to hear that your WH-1000XM5 headphones are performing well during your workouts and providing clear audio! We designed them with a lightweight fit and industry-leading noise cancellation to ensure you can stay focused on your fitness and your music without distraction. Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great set of headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these for my son. I was recommending Bose because I had Bose headphones before but he did his research on these and when I heard them as well I was like okay these are really nice. The sound, the connection and the options on these just makes it worth the money. Definitely would buy for myself
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, Deebo,
Thanks for the review! It brings us great satisfaction to hear how much your son is enjoying his Sony Headphones! With up to 30 hours of battery life, he'll have enough power even for long trips; and with their modern and lightweight design, they fit snugly around the head with less pressure on the ears while keeping out external sound because of the amazing Noise Cancelling feature!
Thank you for choosing Sony, have a great day!
-DiegoV
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Worth it
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones, the sound is great, they feel very light but well built and the noise cancellation is next level
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Waterpaint, This is great! We're happy to hear that you like sound, light-weight design, built, and noise canceling function. Thank you for your feedback and for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony Does In-fact HAve Best in Class ANC
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are amazing. My primary use for these is actually work as i work from home with our two young kids who like to scream and be loud constantly. They really improve my focus with their best in class noise cancellation.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JoeD,
That's a great use case! We're so glad to hear the noise cancellation is helping you stay focused in a busy home environment! Sounds like the WH1000XM5 are making a real difference in your workday. Thanks for choosing Sony.
-Aldair
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Absolutely worth
|Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] Iv used this to sleepehen i needed to get around noisy neighbors. Also the battery life is top notch and the sound wont disappoint.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Adexavus, Awesome! We are glad to hear that you are happy with 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
Attendant great service in this area
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best Ever, don't remember the name of the guy who helped me. He was the best! You have people who care a lot for customers (like this guy and people who absolutely don't care like a guy who was attending the kitchen appliances that day, he was more interested in taking care of his phone messages than taking care of my questions. Same store. One more time, the young guy who helped me buying my wireless headphone. The best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Qualiy!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound and quality. Sony never disappoints!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the excellent review, JohnE!
We are thrilled to hear that the WH-1000XM5 headphones are delivering the sound and quality you expect from us. Knowing that "Sony never disappoints" is a huge compliment to our team and our commitment to premium audio.
Thank you for your continued trust in Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
LOVE!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Absolutely love these! Use them for the gym and they are the only headphones that will stay on! The sound quality is amazing also!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MeghanH, Great! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality of your 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:Comfort, Sound quality
Sony WH-M5
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Lets say I had high expectation after researching for some headphones. This exceeded those expectations. Highly recommended. Comfort, Sound, Quality, Noise cancellation
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LeonF, 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
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Great sound
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these! Great sound and hold a charge! I have tried all the other high end brands and these by far have the best quality!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MatthewA, Perfect! We're so pleased to hear that you love the great sound quality, long battery life, and overall quality of your Sony WH1000XM5. 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! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Sound review
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the sound quality. The mid range and bass pickups are great The sound quality overall is of good quality, especially in the real world. There is a nice feature where you don’t have to take your headset off to talk to someone.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Johnny5, We're glad that you like the sound quality and features 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:Sound quality
Soney
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This type of headphones having a great sound system
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello MarwanA,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're honored to hear that you appreciate the great sound system of the WH1000XM5 headphones. Your positive feedback inspires us to continue delivering high-quality audio experiences that enhance every moment.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing sound and noice cancelation
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.During my hunt for a set of headphones i was pointed in this direction. The headphones are great the noice cancelation and the audio quality are worth the price. If you've tried to use earbuds like i have in the past and couldn't due to sizing issues. These over the ear headphones should be an option.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Im001s, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new headphones! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Cons mentioned:Connectivity, Portability
Mid step
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Small spec bump form the previous year if there is a sale I would grab them. I had connection issues and they do not fold up.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello BenjaminT,
Thank you for considering Sony products.
We're truly sorry to hear you're running into frustrating connection issues with your WH-1000XM5 headphones. That's certainly not the experience we want you to have, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback on the design. We will make sure to pass those comments directly to our product team.
To get your connection fixed right away, the best next step is to speak with our specialized headphone support team. They're equipped to give you personal assistance and apply their expertise to quickly troubleshoot this issue and get your headphones working flawlessly.
Please contact them directly here:
https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
We look forward to helping you get back to a seamless listening experience.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Worth Every Penny Of Price Difference vs. XM4.
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I purchased the Sony WH1000XM5 headphones to replace a pair of XM4's that were stolen. The newly designed XM5's are MUCH more sturdy than the XM4's that I constantly worried would break. The touch pad on the XM5 seems to be more responsive and consistent in the way it processes touches. The XM5 also auto connects more consistently, and they seem to hold the connection better. I also considered the Bose QC Ultras, and I ultimately chose the XM5's due to their longer battery life and much better microphone.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MooMooBuckaroo, Thank you for purchasing the new Sony WH1000XM5. While we are sorry to hear that your XM4s were stolen, we're glad that you are impressed with the newer model. 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. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Price
great, but too expensive.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Comfortable ear pads. Sound is great. Downside is the price. Really expensive, so it takes away from the value. Because of the price, I do not recommend.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi genaro, thanks for commenting. We are happy to know that you're satisfied with the amazing sound quality and very comfortable fit design of your WH1000XM5. We greatly appreciate your feedback with the price of these headphones. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
The battery lasts forever
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.perfect quality for what I was looking for, the app is easy to navigate and intuitive. Love the touch controls.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi user780132,
That's fantastic feedback! We are thrilled to know you are enjoying the premium sound quality of your WH-1000XM5 headphones. We intentionally designed the Sony | Sound Connect app to be intuitive for easily customizing features like the EQ and Adaptive Sound Control, and the simple touch controls make managing your audio effortless.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab