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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6207 reviews

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    awesome

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    comfortable to wear for long periods of time, and sounds great. easy to pair with multiple devices. the setup was intuitive.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Jake, Awesome! We're glad that you like the comfort, sound quality, ease of pairing and setting up 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Overall Good, Meh Sound Stage

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overall great product, worth it when on sale just unfortunate sound stage where sounds behind and in front sound very similar especially when gaming, though the treble is very responsive so footsteps are very audible, bass is a little muffled but still good. Music sounds amazing. Unfortunate the application to enhance bass, med and treble only works for phones. 4/5 stars overall, 3.5/5 for games

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DanielB!
      We are excited to hear you're enjoying your WH-1000XM5 headphones! It's great that you were able to get them on sale and that they're working so well for music.
      However, we apologize that you're not completely satisfied with the sound stage for gaming with your headphones. We understand it can be frustrating when sounds in front and behind sound similar. We also appreciate your feedback on the bass and the app's functionality.

      We do have a great Inzone H9 Gaming Headset that's specifically designed for gaming and spatial sound. We hope you'll give them a try!

      Thank you for considering Sony products and for your feedback!
      Best regards,
      Estefany Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The effect of sony headphones is really powerful

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My head is a little big, so it would be better if it could be stretched a little more, but it is very comfortable to wear, and the sound noise reduction function is really perfect. I have been watching this headset for a long time, and the discount on best buy made me get it. Thanks to this store

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi NZinuo, Great! We're glad that you're enjoying new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great quality, sound is excellent. Holds a great charge.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Joey, That's awesome! We're truly happy to hear you're having an enjoyable experience with your new WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones! We're also grateful to hear your purchase went well and you like the superb sound quality and long-lasting batter life of the headphones. It sounds like we hit the mark with the WH-1000XM5! Our ultra-comfortable WH-1000XM5 headphones rewrite the rules for distraction-free listening and exceptional call clarity. Two processors control multiple microphones for unprecedented noise canceling while Auto NC Optimizer automatically optimizes noise canceling based on your wearing conditions and environment. The specially designed 30-mm driver unit delivers superior sound quality for all your entertainment. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony headphones

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing headphones. Awesome for planes rides or any rides in general. The noise cancellation is so good. Just like the airpods

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi YeseniaA, Thanks for the fantastic 5-star review! We are so happy to hear that you are enjoying the Sony - WH1000XM5 headphones! The Industry-leading noise cancellation is optimized for every environment that you encounter, seamlessly adapting to block out distractions so you can enjoy the magnificent sound. Thank you for choosing Sony. Regards, -Dominick Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love them!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love, love, love! These are by far my favorite. Only issue I would say is the sensitivity to the controls of them headphones

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello EileenR,

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      We’re elated to hear that you love the WH1000XM5 headphones and that they’ve become your favorite. Your enthusiasm truly means a lot to us. We appreciate your feedback regarding the sensitivity of the controls and will share it with our team to help enhance future designs. It’s insights like yours that help us continue to improve and provide the best experience possible.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Happy buyer

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great quality, great audio, very easy setup (iPhone) and comfortable even after hours of use

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Drew, Amazing! We're very happy to hear you like the great sound quality, ease of setup, comfortable fit, and overall quality of your new Sony XM5. 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony 5000

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very light weight and the sound is amazing must have

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Charger, We are happy that you like the amazing sound quality of your new Sony WH1000XM5 wireless noise canceling headphones. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy your music! Vincent Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing headphones

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love these headphones. Got them for a plane trip and for once I didn’t hear the planes engine or anything else around me. Highly recommend. And they’re lightweight which I love too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for your fantastic review, GiGu!

      We are absolutely thrilled to hear how much you love your WH-1000XM5 headphones! It is incredibly rewarding to know that the next-level noise cancellation completely eliminated the plane's engine noise and surrounding distractions during your trip—that is exactly what they are designed for.

      We're also glad you appreciate the lightweight design, making them comfortable for long journeys. Thank you for your high recommendation and for choosing Sony!

      Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team sony-global

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony XM5 > Airpods Max

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing! These are just the right headphones for University. Sony's traveling case is slim but very protective. The noise cancelation on these headphones isis out of this world!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ChristopherClod, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new headphones! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Solid but too advanced.

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Extremely good audio quality and noise cancellation, but the touch controls are far too sensitive. I dislike that they can so easily be activated.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for your feedback and for highlighting the excellent audio quality and noise cancellation of the WH-1000XM5, ChaseP. Regarding your concern about the touch controls being overly sensitive, we understand that accidental activation can be frustrating.

      While there isn’t an option to directly adjust the sensitivity of the touch controls on the WH-1000XM5, there are some best practices that may help reduce unintended touches:

      - Ensure that you are making swipe gestures perpendicular (forward/backward) or parallel (up/down) to the headband, as the angle and direction can impact how the touch sensor interprets your input. Using correct gesture alignment may help avoid accidental activations.
      - Be mindful of how you wear the headphones, as the orientation and how snugly they fit can affect the response of the touch sensors.
      - When setting the headphones down or adjusting them, try to avoid contact with the touch control panel to minimize unintended input.

      We appreciate your input, as it helps us continually improve our products and user experience.

      Thanks for choosing Sony!

      Best regards,
      Gus
      Sony Social Media Team Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth a little adjustment

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Just excellent! You will need to adjust the equalization to your taste - out of the box it is muddy. Noise cancellation is just right and it is a little sensitive to talking (shutting playback). Again, still just excellent!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Uranian,

      Thank you for the purchase! We're happy to hear that you like the noise canceling and smart features of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sound

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Lightweight with a heavy sound!! Great for traveling, especially by air.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JohnB,

      Fantastic! Thank you for the 5-star rating and we're happy to hear that you like the light weight design and sound quality 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.Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -David Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best headphones i have so far

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s sooo good that someone stole it from my vehicle.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Yumi,

      It is truly wonderful to know how much you enjoyed the WH-1000XM5, though we are incredibly sorry to hear about what happened to your pair! It speaks volumes about their quality that they are so highly coveted.

      From the industry-leading noise cancellation that silences the world around you to the Integrated Processor V1, these headphones are designed to deliver an unmatched listening experience. We hope you're able to get back to enjoying that crisp, high-resolution audio and those crystal-clear hands-free calls very soon.

      Thank you for trusting Sony to be your go-to for premium sound.

      Best regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome headphones

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The headphones are reallh great excellent sound quality for normal ears, very lightweight and soft

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Themanspiderman, Awesome! we are so 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good hesdphones

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    They’re really good quality. The sound from them is very clean and fluid. Comfortable in almost every situation.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      That's awesome, Alan! 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. -Craig Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome headphones

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing headphones better noise cancellation than 4. I noticed a beeping sound when I first bought it during listening. All you have to do is change the toggle where it switches automatically. The headphones are trying to automatically adjust to ambient and noise canceling. I took that off now what ever I do im in controll of the sound And no beeping.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Jamestaylor1234, 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sound have to have one

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great sound. You got to get one. Seems to be built well. Ajustment to fit head size is great too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Beng, Great! We're glad that you like the sound quality, built, size, and 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Happy with the purchase

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good headphones for the money. Comfortable and fit over the ear well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi RachelH,
      Great! We're glad that you are satisfied with your purchase and with the quality and comfort of your new Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-the-Ear 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! - Marco Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Connectivity

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good quality but connectivity problems

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Its really good quality however i found problems with the connectivity not sure if it was just my headphones or its a general problem

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello YoussefR,

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      We're pleased to hear that you appreciate the quality of the WH1000XM5. However, we’re sorry to learn about the connectivity issues you've encountered. This isn’t a typical issue, and we want to help you resolve it as quickly as possible. We recommend reaching out to our support team, as they can collect further details about the connectivity problems and work with you to resolve them as quickly as possible.

      For technical support information, please visit the following link: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones.

      We also encourage you to check out the article linked below: "What Can I Do to Solve a Problem?"
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534602.html.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US