Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/S
- SKU:
- 10844639
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:Comfort, Sound quality
Love this!
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound and really helps me focus while study and doesn’t give me headaches
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Posted .Thank you for the review, CassandraC!
We are so glad to hear that your WH-1000XM5 headphones are helping you stay focused while studying. It’s wonderful to know that you’re enjoying the great sound and finding them comfortable enough for long sessions without any headaches!
Good luck with your studies, and thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing but noise cancelling is overhyped
|Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] Fits very well, lightweight and not too tight, feels very high quality and luxurious. The app is super easy to use, and is very customizable to your own personal fit. One thing thats weird is the headphones swivel outwards rather than inwards, meaning the inside of the headphones are exposed when around neck. Thats one thing thats odd, also the case, the flat part is actually the top. Which is funny because you would think that the flat size is the bottom (where it would rest). Just everything feels backwards when it comes to the case and how the headphones swivel. Other than that, everything is great, i love the colors too.
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Posted .Hi Garo, Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the headphones. We're glad you like the lightweight design and user-friendly app. We also appreciate your feedback regarding its swivel design/direction. This can help us improve the product in the future. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Amazing sony headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This are so far the best sony headphone i have wore. Really comfortable, music is loud, features are amazing. Ive had them for more than 5 month i cant recal. I would recommend these headphones to any past sonny headphones user most definitely a upgrade from past ones. Battery last me for days.
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Posted .Hi LuisLovo,
Fantastic! You've made a great choice! We are extremely pleased to know your satisfaction with the very comfortable fit design, exceptional sound quality, long-lasting battery life, and amazing features 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 recommending our WH-1000XM5 and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
10/10 Amazing
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I'm a big audio person, both playing in bands, running sound equipment for bands, and just listening to a lot of music. I love these headphones. I've gone through a few looking for the right thing, these are it. Sound quality is great and perfect with some EQ work. Transparency mode is surprising quite good. Not airpods good, but still good. I can easyily carry on a conversation while using transparency. They look amazing, especially in white. But of a pale cream white with a slight tint of tan. Looks good. It works on wired mode as well. Noise cancelling is really good and has different modes you can tinker with on the app. It has some features I don't use, like auto transparency when I talk but it's still nice to have sometimes. Battery lasts forever as well. I go days without charging them. Highly highly recommend these if you can afford them as they are a bit pricey.
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Posted .Hi aftonone, Amazing! We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality, EQ, noise canceling function, and battery life. 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
Gift for my daughter
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This was a great buy! It is stylish, great quality, and a great sound! My daughter loves it!
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Posted .Hi Gamer,
We couldn’t be happier to hear that the WH-1000XM5 has been such a successful addition to your daughter’s daily routine. From the sleek, sophisticated silhouette to our industry-leading noise cancellation, we strive to blend premium style with an unmatched audio experience. Knowing that she is enjoying the high-fidelity sound quality is exactly what we love to hear.
Thank you for making Sony a part of your daughter’s listening journey and for trusting us with your gift.
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Highly recommend.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great design, innovative features, and wonderful app support. Not my loudest pair of headphones, but definitely the best I've owned. Battery life is ridiculously good; I once used them for about eight hours a day, for threes days before needing to charge them. The headphones are still pretty new, so the battery is fresh, but I couldn’t believe it and this is around my tenth pair of over the ear headphones. A couple of cons are; sometimes I hear static when I’m near a passing train ( near as in waiting for the train on the platform), and I sometimes like to place the headphones above my ears while I listen so that I can hear the sounds around me as well as the music. The headphones with recognize that they are not on my ears and go into sleep mode ( I could easily fix this in the app). All and all, I give them a 9.5/10
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Posted .Hi AzizT, we definitely appreciate your detailed review of our product. Glad you are enjoying your new headphones! We understand your feedback regarding the static noise you hear sometimes. Some devices that emit ultrasonic sound waves designed to repel rodents may occasionally be installed at the entrances of commercial facilities or subway stations. Near such devices, the ultrasonic sound waves may cause noise or unusual sound to be heard from the headset. Leave the place where the noise or unusual sound is heard. Or turn off the noise canceling function/Ambient Sound Mode from the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app. Please follow this link for more information:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534519.html?search=noise%20
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:
Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality, Weight
Sony
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.comfortable, good weight, excellent sound and noise cancellation
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Posted .Hi EdwinG, thanks for sharing your wonderful experience! We're immensely pleased to hear that you're loving the magnificent sound of your new Sony - WH1000XM5. Their industry-leading noise canceling technology and comfortable design make them a perfect option for all-day listening. Thank you for choosing Sony and enjoy the music! Regards, -Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Me
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My husband Ioves them!!!! I owe this to the “kid” that assisted me as I bought them off his suggestion after listening to what my needs were…long battery life, large ear cuffs, comfortable, connectivity and noise canceling!
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Posted .Hi JimandDiane, That's great! We're thrilled to hear that your husband loves them. And good to know that you're satisfied with the long battery life, large earcups, comfortable fit, ease of connectivity, and top-notch noise canceling of the Sony WH1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Worth the money!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It’s overall great quality! The sound is very clear and the controls are accurate. I don’t have many accidental control changes that are not intentional. Being lightweight makes them perfect for weightlifting and running. All of my technology has been Apple so I was nervous to step out. I do not regret my decision in the slightest!
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Posted .Hi NatalieH,
What incredible feedback! It's fantastic to hear you're loving the overall great quality of your WH-1000XM5 headphones, especially the clear sound and accurate controls that prevent accidental changes. We're particularly pleased to know their lightweight design makes them perfect for activities like weightlifting and running. Thanks for choosing Spny.
-Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Better than expected!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality is amazing. Highly recommended. If you like to zone out and not hear anyone else’s conversation, simply switch to the noise canceling mode and crank that volume!
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Posted .Hi JeffreyM,
We are thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the industry-leading noise cancellation of the WH-1000XM5! It is the perfect tool for creating your own personal space and focusing entirely on your music.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality, Weight
Sony Really Let Me Down With These
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Let me start by saying that I really wanted to like these headphones. As someone who purchased the WH-1000XM2 headphones back in 2017, I was really looking forward to all the upgrades that the XM5 would provide. The upgrades were there, but so too were the problems as well. Let us begin. Pros: Excellent sound, fantastic noise canceling, very comfortable to wear, felt like a premium product to hold, lightweight, and I was a fan of the beige color. I would use these when traveling throughout NYC and commuting to work. The noise cancellation was so good that when standing on the subway platform and waiting for an oncoming train -- if I closed my eyes -- I could forget that I was on a busy platform while listening to my music. Cons: A few months after buying them, there came an issue where the sound would go out for 10-20 seconds at a time. It would happen randomly when walking, sitting, on a bus, or wherever. It didn't matter what type of audio I listened to, be it music or podcasts. It got to the point that I just stopped using the headphones altogether. I'm not sure if this issue is a cold-weather thing, as I began to notice beginning in October of last year when the temperature started to drop (interestingly, I purchased these headphones in December of '22, and there were no problems during that winter). Nevertheless, I went back to using the XM2s. Yes, I've gone back to using the same headphones that I thought would have been retired by now, but the XM5s were inconsistent with maintaining their audio. I'm so disappointed with these headphones and Sony. Perhaps I had a defective product, but for something that's nearly $400, constantly losing sound at any place at any time is incredibly frustrating. So, in the end, despite the excellent sound quality (when it would work) and noise cancellation, I can't in good conscience recommend anyone buy these headphones based on my experience with them. Again, I've had no problems with the XM2s, and they're almost 8 years old at this point. Sony, please get your act together because this was such a letdown.
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Posted .Hi Oaktown,
Thank you for reaching out to us with your concern. While we're glad that you like most of the features, we are sorry to hear that you are experiencing issues with your WH-1000XM5 disconnecting from your device randomly. We have taken note of your issues. We'd love to troubleshoot the issue and make this a better experience for you. In the meantime, please make sure that the headphones has the latest software updates (via the Sony Sound Connect app) as this will help improve the overall performance of the WH-1000XM5.
In some cases, such as when you wear the headphones over a cap, a scarf, hair, etc., the sensors may not detect that you are wearing them and may turn them off. Be sure to set the earpads over the ears. Also, check the proximity sensor. If the proximity sensor part inside the left unit housing gets fogged up, or if there are water droplets on it due to condensation or humidity (from changing temperatures or sweat, for example), the Wearing Detection function may not work properly. If this happens, leave the proximity sensor part facing up until the moisture disappears. Please note that the WH-1000XM5 model is designed to function optimally between the temperatures of 0°C and 40°C (32 °F to 104 °F). Although it can and will function beyond this temperature range, performance may be impaired.
If the connection is unstable, such as when producing only intermittent sound, switch the sound quality mode to Prioritize Stable Connection. If the behavior continues, restore the unit to factory default. Doing so may resolve the issue. To reset the headphones, follow the steps from the link below.
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000541012.html
If the issue persists, a separate article is available if there is no sound, or sound is only heard from one side of the headphones on this link here: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/articles/00204552
If this does not resolve the problem, please let us know so we can turn your experience around. You may send us an email at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
Name:
Best Buy Username:
Model Number:
Issue:
Telephone Number
We value your feedback and aim to restore your trust in Sony.
Sincerely,
Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony XM5
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the sound, love the color! Perfect for the airport or the gym!
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Posted .Hello User970821,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn't be happier to hear that you love both the sound and color of your WH-1000XM5 headphones. It's wonderful to know they're perfect companions for your airport travels and gym sessions. Your enthusiasm encourages us to keep crafting products that fit seamlessly into your lifestyle.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great for flights and business use
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I travel a lot and mostly use my headphones on airplanes. The noise canceling works very well and I now I'm tapped on the shoulder by my seat mates because I don't hear the FA. Easy to use and to charge. I can easily be on a trip for 4-5, use the headphones on two, three hour flights and some time in the office without having to recharge. I have also used them for being on calls and was told my microphone audio worked very well.
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Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, CharlieS!
We're thrilled your WH-1000XM5 is the perfect travel companion. Since the noise canceling is so effective, try placing your hand over the right ear cup to activate Quick Attention Mode—it lets you hear the flight attendant instantly without removing your headphones!
We’re glad the battery life and mic quality are keeping up with your busy schedule. Thanks for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Great buy
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Adaptive noise cancelation is amazing. I took these on a trip they helped me get through the lay over and entirety of the flight. Comfortable flexible durable. Battery life is amazing. Had them playing for 7 hours a day 5 days out of the week and Battery life was still at 70 percent !
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Posted .Hi CarlosO, Awesome! 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:Comfort, Sound quality
Surprisingly good
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are so much better than I was expecting. I had to switch from my Bose because they keep failing despite software updates and was put off from spending 'Bose' money if they couldn't be relied on. Honestly, these are better. These have better features and are so much easier to use. The noise canceling is amazing (adaptive). I work in a very busy office where it gets really loud. Instead of turning up the volume to cover it (even with noise canceling in my old set), it keeps ramping up the canceling feature until I don't notice the background convos and I don't have to increase the volume. They are also far more comfortable than the Bose, which make my ears hurt after wearing for even short periods. I think it is because these don't actually touch my ears anywhere, unlike the Bose (which are smaller).
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Posted .Hi EmilyS, That's awesome! Thanks for sharing your experience. We are thrilled to hear that your new Sony wireless noise canceling headphones exceeded your expectations. With our WH-1000XM5 headphones, you can enjoy magnificent sound quality which is engineered to perfection and have a battery life that can last up to 30 hours with quick charging (3 min charge for 3 hours of playback). With 8 total microphones, these headphones are our biggest step forward in noise canceling technology. For everyday convenience, just Speak-to-Chat and Quick Attention mode stop your music and let in ambient sound. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Wife's favorite present
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My wife fell in love with this headset after the first use. it is very comfortable and last a long time between charges. she loves the noise cancellation. especially for planes. she uses this headset more than her airpods.
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Posted .Hi JohnH, This is great! We're delighted to hear that your wife fell in love with this headset. We also appreciate that she likes the noise canceling and comfortable to use. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Connectivity
Randomly Disconnects
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound is great just like the WH1000XM3 model that I had BUT...the more features that are enable the more likely that the headphones start acting erratic. Sometimes the noise cancellation would stop and you would hear the entire outside world and then it would go back into noise cancellation mode. Sometimes it simply disconnects from your device for no reason at all. I tried to connect to my laptop and phone at the same time and I was able to do so but it didn't switch back to the phone very well. I had to turn bluetooth off of my laptop so that I could keep it exclusively on my iphone and then manually disconnect from the phone, re-enable bluetooth on the laptop, and reconnect on the laptop to use it for meetings through the laptop. Even with bluetooth off on the laptop and the "Connect 2 devices simultaneously" turned off on the headphones, the headphones will randomly disconnect from my phone. No other wireless headphones have done this with my iphone, not even the WH1000XM3 set I had before. Not randomly power down, randomly disconnect. All firmware and apps are up-to-date too. At the 299 (US dollars) price point, I can put up with the connection frustration when having to switch and its random disconnections because the sound quality is awesome. Just frustrating to deal with. iPhone 13 btw.
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Posted .Hi Matt,
Thanks for sharing such a detailed review and for comparing your experience with the XM3s. We're glad to hear you're enjoying the sound quality, that's something we work had to deliver. At the same time, we apologize for the issues with the connection and unexpected behavior with noise cancellation, especially the inconsistent switching between devices
To address these concerns, even with the latest firmware update, try restarting them. The steps are listed in the link below:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000541012.html
If the issue persists, perform factory reset by following the instructions in the link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000541013.html
We hope the information helps. Thanks for choosing Sony.
-Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Mr
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very good sound, and nice look, and wearing soft, I like.
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Posted .Hi WeiChen, we are immensely pleased to hear that you're loving the magnificent sound of your new Sony - WH1000XM5. Their industry-leading noise canceling technology and comfortable design make them a perfect option for all-day listening wherever you go! Thank you for choosing Sony. Best regards, -Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Top notch noise cancelling and comfort
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are very nice headphones with exceptional noise canceling. They are quite comfortable and the battery lasts a long time. They sound very good, but audiophiles may be disappointed. When I need to block out the noise around me, I reach for these.... otherwise, it's my Grados.
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Posted .Hi Aarothan, Great! We're thrilled to hear that you like the WH1000XM5. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Must Buy!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the sleek look of these headphones. Very comfortable and the sound quality is what you'd expect from Sony. LOVE!
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Posted .Hi LanaR!
It brings us great satisfaction to hear that the design and comfort of the WH-1000XM5 are working so well for you.
Thank you for becoming a Sony customer!
Warm regards,
Estefany