Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/S
- SKU:
- 10562665
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, Weight
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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. Good style. Sits well light weight.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ou812, Awesome! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying your new WH-1000XM5! 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:Sound quality
Best headphones ever
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My son absolutely loves these headphones! The noise cancelling is phenomenal and quality of sound is awesome
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JenniferH, Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We're glad to learn that you and your son love your new Sony WH-1000XM5/B and its phenomenal noise-canceling capabilities and awesome sound. Thank you for choosing Sony, and enjoy! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
10/10 Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are amazing. Perfect for the gym. I wear them all the time. I only have to charge them about once every two weeks, and I wear them every day for at least an hour.
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Posted .Hi KealeighM, We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying your new headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I purchased the headset on sale and these sound great. Swipe controls on the right are helpful and take some getting used to. Be careful adjusting your headsets, as you may inadvertently activate a swipe on the right side.
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Posted .Hi TechGeek, Great! We're happy to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality of your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best headphones I’ve owned.
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought these to use in the gym since I can’t stand using earbuds while working out. Definitely has been a great upgrade and would recommend these headphones to anyone looking for phenomenal sound quality as well as some versatility in an over ear headphone.
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Posted .Hi ScottiePiffen, Amazing! We're delighted 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
Awesome!!!!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love them! They are great for working out or toning out lol great buy!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BrookeJ,
It makes us really happy to hear that your headphones are the perfect companion for your workouts and for "tuning out" the world when you need to. Providing that balance of reliable performance and immersive noise cancellation is exactly what we aim for.
Thank you for choosing Sony.
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good headphones, xm4s are probably better for casu
|Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are FANTASTIC quality, don't get me wrong, but for my needs (basic nc for casual listening) I would probably have been better off with the cheaper xm4s. Definitely try on multiple sony headphones before you make a decision
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Posted .Hi AnaA, Thank you so much for such an amazing review, and we are so pleased to hear you like your new WH-1000XM5! Your feedback is extremely important to us and is very much appreciated. Both models offer amazing value, you can't go wrong with these headphones. Thank you for your purchase and for choosing Sony! -Jess
Superb headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product great discount. A step above their previous model
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello MikeC,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re elated to hear that you appreciate the WH1000XM5 headphones and the value they offer. Noting the advancement over the previous model encourages us to keep innovating and delivering superior audio experiences for our customers.
Best regards,
-Fred
Failed in under 1 yr and Sony refused warranty
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Product has a high failure rate for the hinge joint between the head "strap" and the ear cup (see other 1 star reviews). Mine failed in after approximately 9 months of regular use (Aug-2024 thru May-2025). This defect is a systemic issue which can be found anecdotally in numerous places online. Similar issues have been acknowledged by Sony with other products such as the WH-ULT900N. While it should have been covered under warranty, which covers 1 year for "hardware components packaged with the product" from "issues caused by defects in material or workmanship during ordinary customer user", Sony refused to cover my claim and indicated I would have to pay out of pocket for repairs. The product is has a faulty design that is common across Sony products and the refusal to acknowledge the warranty has put me off other Sony products in general. With little other recourse, I've written this review and submitted a ticket to the Better Business Bureau.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Anonymous, we're genuinely sorry to hear about the experience you've had with the Sony - WH1000XM5. We understand how frustrating this situation must be for you, especially knowing that the unit is still within warranty. This is not the experience we want for our customers. We'd like to evaluate your case please email the information below to socialsupport@am.sony.com so we can better assist you.
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We'll be expecting to hear from you again! Thanks for considering Sony products.
Best regards, -Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Amazing product
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Superb product and amazing battery life. In order to truly enjoy this product, purchase a plan with tidel and see how good these headphones can get.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KaranR, Thank you for the great review! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying your new Sony WH1000XM5 and its amazing battery life. The WH-1000XM5 headphones are known for their excellent noise-canceling capabilities and high-quality audio performance, which can enhance the listening experience with any high-fidelity music source, including Tidal. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best Headphones.
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones I have had for a while, I gave a pair to my niece and bought a new pair just because they are so great.
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Posted .Hi GianL, We're glad that you're enjoying your new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not bad, I expected the sound to be better but I use it a lot, for gym, work, etc. For the price, its a 4 star
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BoxxedYouUp,
We are pleased to learn that your WH-1000XM5 headphones have become such a versatile part of your daily routine, from your workouts to your professional life. We would like to mention that you can further enhance and personalize your audio experience by using the Sony | Sound Connect app. Within the app, you can use the Equalizer settings to choose from various presets or manually adjust the frequency levels to find the specific sound profile that resonates best with you.
Thank you for trusting Sony.
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Awesome headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome headphones. I am not an audiophile but they sound great to me. A couple of great features are when you talk it pauses the music and turns on the microphone so you can hear yourself talk. Another is when you lift one side of the headphone it pauses the music until you put it back to your ear.
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Posted .Hi EricE, 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Disappointing
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I can't decide if I like these, and considering their cost, I guess that means they weren't worth it (to me). The audio is OK and the nose cancelling is good, except the software that gets installed with them on my phone causes the nose cancelling to turn on and off seemingly randomly. It's distracting and runs the audio quality and experience. If I don't move my head, they sound great. After wearing them for about 20 minutes they start to hurt my ears... not great. They come with a nice case, thats cool. The ear cuffs are touch control sensitive which sounds like a cool feature, but adjusting their position on your head will cause your audio playback to do weird things... not cool. Meh
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RevelBerry, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We're sorry to hear that you have an issue with your Sony unit. You can find this link helpful in Auto NC Optimizer:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534561.html?search=noise%20canceling
When wearing the headset, we recommended checking this link:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000539062.html?search=wearing
If you require any additional support with regard to this product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:
~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Sound & Easy set up
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality and easy to set up. Perfect for all my travel
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good product, just had issues
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Of course it's going to be high quality and the noise cancelation is absolutely wild but it mine had some issues where within the first week it stopped working. Also had some comfortability issues but that just might be me
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CSGamer,
Thanks for the feedback on the WH-1000XM5 headphones. We're glad to hear you're enjoying the high-quality sound and the impressive noise cancellation.
However, we're really sorry to hear that you've had some issues, though. Having them stop working so soon is definitely not the experience we want for you and we also want to make sure you're comfortable with your headphones.
To get this sorted out, please reach out to our support team. They'll be able to help you troubleshoot the issue and figure out what the best next steps are. You can locate their contact information here: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
Thank you for considering Sony and for your feedback.
Sincerely,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Best Headphones
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These sound incredible, I use these at the gym all the time, I charge them every few weeks because the battery life is super good!
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Posted .Hi Hubert,
Amazing! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the sound quality and battery life of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best Headset
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are the best headsets I have ever purchased. They are easy to use, sounds great, and I highly recommend them!
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Posted .Hi RobertS, We're glad that you like the ease of use and sound quality. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony XM5
|Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Absolutely awesome pair of headphones, recommend for anyone who needs good quality and reliably.
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Posted .That's great to hear, Kraig! We're glad you love your new headphones. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
XM5’s
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product and compares just as good to XM6 if you want a cheaper option
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SteenJ,
It is most rewarding to hear that you consider these headphones a great product and a fantastic value! We are thrilled that the performance stands out so strongly to you. The WH-1000XM5 is designed to provide world-class noise cancellation and exceptional audio fidelity, and we are glad it is delivering exactly the experience you were looking for.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick