Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/S
- SKU:
- 10101960
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 positive about the product's exceptional sound quality, comfort, and impressive battery life, also appreciating its lightweight design, good bass, and snug fit. However, customers are negative about its portability, price, and occasional connectivity issues. Some also note that the volume could be louder and express a desire for water resistance.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Okay headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good headphones, the sound quality and noise cancelling are top notch. I am a medical student and using these to study were amazing. But the build quality isn’t the best. I ended up returning them and buying AirPod maxs instead.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Spencer, We are sorry to hear that you had to return the headphones. Despite your concern, it's good to hear that you like their sound quality and noise canceling feature. We take all user input seriously and will make sure your comments reach the appropriate person. We hope you will consider Sony again in your future purchase. Thank you. Vincent
Durability
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The xm-5 appears to be made of cheaper plastic materials. Previous model sony headphones are stronger and more durable. I broke my pair of xm-5 within a few months just like a pair of beats headphones. I would prefer xm-4 for durability, sound quality is good enough.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello JakeD,
Thank you for considering Sony products.
We’re sorry to hear about the durability issues you’ve experienced with the WH1000XM5 headphones. We understand how important it is to have a product that feels sturdy and reliable. We appreciate your feedback regarding the materials and your preference for the WH1000XM4 model. Please know that we will pass your comments along to the Sony team as we continue to improve our products. Thank you for sharing your experience.
For affordable repair options, we suggest contacting our authorized partner, Encompass, at the following link: https://sony.encompass.com/item/15214669/Sony/WH1000XM5-HBR/.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing purchase
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality is amazing. I use these when I go to the gym and the noise canceling is second to none. Very convenient features as well such as a single tap to stop the music when someone is speaking to you.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JordiO, Awesome! We're glad that you like the audio quality, noise canceling function 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
Awesome buy
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these for my husband to replace some older Sony headphones he has. He absolutely loves them and the quality of the sound is amazing and noise canceling feature is awesome it is nice to have the ability to adjust the amount of sound cancellation.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Charirty, Awesome! We're happy to hear that your husband is enjoying his 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
Best purchase
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So far these are amazing! Sound quality is on point. No issues so far. I definitely recommend.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi nuribe, We're glad that you are enjoying these amazing headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Sony headphones amazing!!!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So far this headphones have been amazing... My son enjoys useing them everyday when he works out and also the hand gestures that you can wave your hand over the right side of the headphone makes it lot real easy instead of clicking on your phone or pushing the button... I would definitely recommend to anybody that works out and wants noise cancellation to stay focused...
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MiguelG,
Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s awesome to hear the WH1000XM5 headphones are making workouts more enjoyable for your son. Thank you for recommending and choosing Sony! Enjoy! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Gift
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Daughter is loving her headphones!! Long time JBL user by glad we tried out these Sony’s.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi writeguy06, Amazing! You've definitely made an excellent choice. We're very happy to hear that your daughter loves her new Sony WH1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They are very good. Easy to set up, and the sound quality is excellent. The noise-cancelling feature really works, which does sometimes annoy the people around me.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello PBGa,
Great! Thank you for purchasing our WH1000XM5 and for sharing your feedback. We're glad that you easily setup your new headphone and it's nice to know that you are pleased with the sound quality as well as the noise canceling capability of our XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony! Enjoy!- Marco
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Cant tell the vacuum is running
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Seriously, my mom scared me one day because i didnt hear her vaccuming. These things work so well and are perfect for me while working from home. If youre willing to spend the money to get them they are WELL worth
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JJA1ejo, 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
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Great quality Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are amazing headphones!!! The noise canceling on these is awesome and they also look very aesthetic. I can go weeks without having to recharge these.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi VictoriaS, Awesome! We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the noise canceling function. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Wife says they are amazing but ugly
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Spent a lot of time researching which ones to go with almost picked the Bose really glad went with these. Sound is amazing, the noise cancelling works perfect.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Nobodyspecial, thanks for your output. We're glad that you like the sound and noise canceling function. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Big fan
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Big fan have had the xm3 and the xm4, xm5 is best one yet. Use for 10-12 hours a day. Makes multiple devices much easier!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JosephS, Awesome! We're glad to hear from a loyal Sony customer such as yourself. And good to know you're enjoying the excellent battery life and multipoint connection feature of your new Sony WH1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Sony WH1000XM5 Review
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very comfortable fit with good acoustic and noise canceling quality.
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Posted .Hi Roku, That's fantastic to hear! We're thrilled that your Sony XM5 headphones fit you perfectly and that you're enjoying their incredible sound quality and noise-cancelling features. Thank you for choosing Sony! Enjoy your listening experience! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best headphones for the $$
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was going to spend alot more for the next level model but these work well for reading and listening to music to drown out the background noise from family.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DB902,
Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're happy to hear that your WH1000XM5 headphones perfectly suits your needs and expectations. Nice to know you are enjoying the amazing sound quality, noise canceling features and overall performance of the unit. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Very comfortable!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was surprised how comfortable this headphones are. I recommend them if you have some sensory sensitivity or want light and comfy headphones!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kvar, Great! We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying your headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
SONY review
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Works amazing still even after a year- noise cancelling could be better but still amazing adaptability to surroundings.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello MadelineB,
Thank you for your feedback on the WH-1000XM5 headphones. It's great to hear they are still working amazingly even after a year and that you appreciate the amazing adaptability to surroundings.
We also appreciate your honest thoughts about the noise canceling. To help maximize performance, we suggest checking the Sony | Sound Connect app.
In the app, you can confirm that Adaptive Sound Control is OFF (as it can sometimes switch to Ambient Sound mode) and that the Ambient Sound Control setting is clearly set to Noise Cancelling in the "Sound" tab.
We're genuinely thankful you decided on Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones for at home and at gym. I’ve had it for 2 years work well still.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Luis, We're delighted to hear that you are enjoying your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Great product!!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have owned Sony XM4s, Boses, etc. Bose has released a competive model. It costs $100 more and have been able to compare in store it depends on concern with sound or noice cancellation. Best buy had this model and sell for $299 and even looked for a price without me asking. The manager, Keith, is really a super person. He told mechechas been at Best Buy for 17 years. I haveckbown him for 12 years, since day I moved back to Gainesville Store. I check online, but purchased most of items at this store I was cocerned with both. My opinion this model is better than the new Bose.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Great buy, DarrelS! We're pleased to hear that you are satisfied with your purchase. We also appreciate you taking the time sharing us your wonderful shopping experience. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best headphones i own
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I don’t remember who helped me but she was super helpful and I originally was gonna get the AirPods max but they werent as comfy and didnt sound as good as the sonys
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Tyler , Great! We're glad that you are enjoying 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. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Noise cancelling headphones review
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best purchase I made, it really cancel all the outside noise , and is so comfortable that I can sleep with them on .
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Awesome, MatiasC! Thanks for purchasing our WH-1000XM5 and we are happy that you are satisfied with your purchase and performance of these headphones. Glad to know you appreciate the excellent noise cancellation and exceptional comfort these headphones deliver. Thank you for giving the product a perfect rating! -Jess