Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/S
- SKU:
- 10187841
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
to a friend
Pricey but worth it
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing sound and so much lighter than the last model. Luckily I caught it on sale for $50 less. The ANC is great. Perfect for plane rides. Also comes with a premium color matching case.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi wokDONTrun, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new 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. -Carl
Sony = Quality
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.2.5 years of use and counting! Sound quality never fades. Battery life still the same. Awesome color and design. Very comfortable to wear.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello JBReviews,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're excited to hear that your WH1000XM5 headphones continue to deliver consistent sound quality and battery life after 2.5 years. It’s great to know the design and comfort remain standout features for you. Your experience encourages us to keep creating products that offer lasting enjoyment.
Best regards,
-Fred
Great
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Has really great sound and I love the talk feature. Comfortable on the ears, could have more padding on the head band
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KakaM, 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
Sony Ear Phones WH-1000XM5
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great!!It Took Awhile To Get Used To Them. The $299.00 Were Much Different. No Mic In Head Set, When You Touched Them They DIDNT Turn Down Or , When You Took Them Off Set Them Down They Didn’t Turn Off. Another Difference Is You Can Sit These iEar Phones Down And When KKK You Picked Them Up They Begin To Play Again.i
I would recommend this to a friendmajor major major major GO
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Recommended by YouTuber Flossy Carter as his his new #1 over the ear Bluetooth headphones, these have “God-tier” ANC and are packed with features no other headphone can match including AirPods Max. Not cheap but well worth it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi jac45,
You made the right choice with the Sony WH1000XM5! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the amazing features of the headphones including the industry-leading noise canceling function. 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!
-Ralph
Good headphones
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good quality headphones for casual wear I don’t think they’re good for the gym but great for around the house or road trips
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GraceT, Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're glad you like your new headphones. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
Comfortable
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was looking for a comfortable pair of headphones for daily use and these fully filled my satisfaction since they are really lightweight and adapts well to my ears since they are expandable. Fully recommend.
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Posted .Hi RamonS,
Awesome! We're delighted to hear that your WH1000XM5 headphones perfectly suits your needs and expectations. Nice to know you are enjoying comfortable fit, lightweight, and features of the unit. Your satisfaction means a lot to us. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris
I love my Sony headphone!
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I got my Sony headphone couple years ago and I think it is a good time for a review. Since I bought my headphone I am using it almost every day morning when I'm walking, in kitchen when I'm cooking and night when I sleep. I am in love with it and it is worth it every penny!
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Posted .Hi. AzadehN,
Thanks for the review and the 5-stars rating! We couldn't be happier to hear how much you have been enjoying your Sony Headphones and their amazing Sound quality and Noise Cancelling feature! It's really great to hear how their comfortable and sleek design are meeting your needs!
Thanks for choosing Sony, we really appreciate the preference! Have an amazing day!
-DiegoV
Great purchase!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The headphones are amazing. They have really great noise cancelling and you can always change it to ambient mode when you want to hear your surroundings. They’re perfect for at home use and outdoor use as well. I love the touch control on the side of the headphones as well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RafaelM, Thanks for sharing your experience. We are thrilled to hear that you like the noise canceling feature of your new Sony WH1000XM5 headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony! Enjoy! Vincent
Good sound, not so good housing
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have had these for roughly six months and have used them virtually everyday. I love the sound they produce and the adaptive noise cancelling. I usually used then in transparency mode and would occasionally have to remove a earmuff if the person was speaking too softly. Unfortunately, I had to send them in to get repaired because the plastic housing broke. They were never dropped and essentially lived in the case when they weren't on my head. So I'm kind of at a loss as to how they broken. That being said, I have a sizable head (7 5/8 hat size) so maybe daily use did it. Either way I would reccomend these to a friend with a smaller head. I do wish they had some metal in the housing to make it a bit more durable.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AveragePKMNCollector,
Thank you for the review! We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality and noise canceling of the headphones. We're sorry to hear that. For us to better assist you, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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We appreciate the recommendation and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
A great buy and an upgrade!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones. Im getting them as an upgrade to the previous version. The materials are quality and nice to the touch. I wore them on an international trip amd they were still comfortable after hours of use. Lastly there jammed packed with usable amd intuitive tech.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JoeD Excellent upgrade! We're also happy 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
Pleasantly Surprised
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I very happy with these Sony Headphones. It does way more than I knew!
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Posted .Hi louis122757,
We are thrilled to hear that you are very happy with your silver WH-1000XM5 headphones and that they are exceeding your expectations! It is wonderful to know you're discovering all the "hidden" smarts we packed into them, like Speak-to-Chat, which automatically pauses your music when you start talking, and Adaptive Sound Control, which adjusts the noise canceling based on your surroundings. We designed these to be much more than just a pair of headphones, and we’re so glad you’re enjoying that premium, feature-rich experience. Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Good
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great quality, design,finish,digestible sound. Love it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Whyce, We're happy to hear that you like the quality, sound, and design 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
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|Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Really nice quality sound. They feel expensive and good quality.Sony is very reliable so I highly recommend them !!
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Posted .Hi Alondra, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH-1000XM5! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
Best Headphones of 2024
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound and features with these headphones! Love the fact you can connect to two devices at once and the headphones recognize if you are sitting still vs commuting and adjust your noise cancellation preferences accordingly.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .That's awesome, Brendan! 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
I worked hard and it payed off
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love them I use them all the time and the battery is amazing I’m so happy that I got all the money and hard work payed off being a fresh graduate it took a lot of work to get these and I’m happy they are mine now
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Posted .Hi BellaS, We're glad that you're enjoying your new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
So good
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are so good. I love to wear these at work and I can’t hear anything. The sound cancelling is so good and the side touch feature is so nice. I bought this for my boyfriend and should’ve gotten two for myself!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PaigeY, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with your Sony WH1000XM5! We're glad to hear that you love the top-notch noise canceling, responsive and intuitive touch controls, and overall performance of these headphones. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Headband Issue
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Everything about the headphones were good but as of September 2025 the band of one side of the headphones has partially come apart. So definitely remember to pay for a warranty because these headphones are too expensive not to have one!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TennileC,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We're thrilled to hear that you've been happy with the overall performance of the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones.
We are truly sorry to hear that the headband has partially come apart so soon. We take build quality very seriously, and that is not the premium experience we intend for our customers.
For this kind of concerns, we strongly encourage you to reach out to our customer support team directly through the link below:
https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
We would like the opportunity to investigate this and find a resolution for you. Thank you for considering Sony products!
Regards,
Dominick
Sony WH- 1000XM5
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.What to write about this? All know what this is—the Best headphones for everything aspects. Noise cancellation and transparency mode is top class with, as always, the best sound in the world.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TaifM, We're pleased to hear that you're enjoying the noise canceling and audio quality. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Sony - WH1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really like headphones. They have very good sound quality and the noise cancellation is also great when you have to do work or do other activities at home. Personally, I consider it a very good product and I do not regret buying it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KarenE, That's amazing! We're happy to hear that you like the sound quality and noise cancelling performance of 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. Thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig