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
Sony Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very comfortable with great noise cancelling. Sound was better to me than the Air Pods Max which I bought at the same time and tried. Like how the app gives you the ability to set specific EQ levels. Seems to be a known concern with the hinges breaking, but hope that doesn't happen.
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Posted .Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with the WH-1000XM5, JJ34! We’re thrilled to hear you’re enjoying the comfort, the outstanding noise cancellation, and the sound quality—especially compared to your experience with the AirPods Max. It’s also great that you’re making the most of the customizable EQ settings in the app.
We do understand your concern about the hinges and appreciate you raising it. If you ever experience an issue with the hinge or headband, you can contact Encompass for a straightforward repair process that includes the replacement part, labor, and shipping.
Your feedback is extremely valuable and is taken seriously by our teams. If you ever have any issues or further concerns, we’re here to help—please don’t hesitate to reach out to our support team.
Enjoy your music and thanks again for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus
Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Portability
Excellent headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are my favorite pair of over ear headphones. Sony never fails with their sound quality and ANC. The only con is they don’t fold into a smaller package. But other than that they are excellent headphones at a competitive price.
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Posted .Hi RICHMONDH,
That's fantastic to hear! We're so glad that the WH-1000XM5 headphones are your favorite and that you're enjoying the excellent sound quality and industry-leading noise cancellation. We appreciate you sharing your experience with us.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Great Headphones - Superb Noise Cancellation
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased for work and travel. A great companion especially during long flights. Sound quality is excellent and the most impressive feature is the noise cancellation. Very comfortable and battery life is impressive. Highly recommended.
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Posted .Hi tarek, 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, Weight
Love These Headphone
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Much better than expected sound. Very comfortable. Lite weight, nice color.
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Posted .Hey AppleBottom, thank you for sharing your positive experience with the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones.
We're delighted to hear that you found the sound quality to be much better than expected. Our goal with the WH-1000XM5 is to deliver exceptional audio performance, and we're glad it exceeded your expectations.
Comfort is a priority for us, and we designed these headphones with plush ear cups and ergonomic features to ensure they remain comfortable even during extended use. The lightweight design further enhances the comfort, making them ideal for long listening sessions without causing fatigue.
We're also pleased to hear that you appreciate the aesthetics of the WH-1000XM5. We strive to offer products that not only perform well but also look great, and it's wonderful to know that the color and design met your expectations.
Your feedback is invaluable to us as we continue to innovate and improve our products. Thank you for choosing Sony. Enjoy your listening experience!
Gus
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fit is amazingly comfortable and the noise canceling works perfectly
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Posted .Hi StevenS,
It makes us really happy to hear that you are finding the WH-1000XM5 to be such a perfect fit for your lifestyle. We put a significant amount of research into the "Soft Fit Leather" and the lightweight design to ensure that they remain amazingly comfortable even during the longest listening sessions.
It is also wonderful to know that our industry-leading noise canceling is performing exactly as you hoped. By utilizing two processors and eight microphones, the headphones constantly optimize sound based on your environment, allowing you to stay fully immersed in your music or calls without any outside distractions.
We really appreciate you being part of the Sony family.
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Portability
Changes how you hear music from forever
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I am highly satisfied with these headphones my only complaints are that they cant fold and they swivel outwards from you instead of facing towards you but other than that the anc and sound quality is amazing i recommend using the app to get more out your experience
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Posted .Hi Callmesanova, Thanks for the perfect rating! We're thrilled to hear that you like the headphones. This headphone is a perfect travel buddy! 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Second time buying these after the first one broke due to child negligence. These are hands down the best headphones around. You can not hear a thing with noise cancellation on.
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Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, DanielleC!
We are so glad to hear that you came back to Sony for your second pair of WH-1000XM5 headphones! It is wonderful to know that they are "hands down" the best headphones around for you and that the industry-leading noise cancellation is providing the quiet you need.
We hope this pair stays safe and sound, and we appreciate your loyalty to the brand!
Best regards,
Gus,
Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Smooth Listening
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really have enjoyed using these headphones so far. Excellent noise cancellation, which is my primary use for it. SO convenient for planes and trains -- and any travel in general. The battery is great, lasts very long. Sound quality is pretty great as well, though I always want it to be just a little bit louder. The microphone seems to work pretty well, I've used it for multiple conferences and work things and haven't had any complaints. A couple things that have gotten a bit annoying: 1 - Speak to Chat. For some reason, it always activates by itself and it's very annoying when you're singing along to a song and it thinks you're having a conversation with someone so it'll just pause your music? Might be a problem with the app, but it happens a lot more often than I would like it to. 2 - Heavier on the top of my head then I would like. I found my Sennheiser's to be a lot more comfortable on the head when wearing for long periods of time. After more than a couple of hours on my head it does give me a bit of a headache. Otherwise I've been really enjoying these!
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Posted .HI shelly, Thanks for your feedback and insights. Sony values the opinions of customers and is always striving to provide the best experience possible. 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, Weight
WONDERFUL HEAD PHONES
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best soundproof head set I have ever had, I tried Apple headset which were nice but heavy and way too These headphones from Sony are light weight and super comfortable. Definitely would recommend these.
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Posted .Hi AshleyS, We're glad that you're enjoying your new headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Sony WH-1000 XM5 Review
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great pair of headphones!! Nice, light and comfortable for wearing for long periods of time. Sound wise, a great balanced sound. The bass is a bit less than their predecessors the WH-1000XM4’s. These are my go to headphones for listening to rock, metal and country. If you prefer to listen to rap/hip hop music or just prefer heavy bass in general, then I would recommend the Sony WH-XB910N’s or their predecessors the Sony WH-XB900N’s. Where the XM5’s really excel is their noise canceling ability. The phone calls come through crystal clear as well. It’s almost like the person who you are talking to is right there. I also like that these headphones come with a nice hard carrying case to protect your headphones if you have them in your backpack or duffel/gym bag. I have owned several pairs of Sony Headphones over the years and this pair along with my XM4’s are 2 of my favorites ever. Like I said, very comfortable as well.
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Posted .Hi TBROWNIE72, Thanks for your feedback and insights. We're also glad that you like the noise canceling and call 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:Sound quality
Pretty headphones with good sound and mic
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones and very nice to look at. I really like the sound and mic quality on this headphone, mostly use it for office calls.
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Posted .Hi Sushruth,
That's wonderful to hear! We're delighted that you find the WH-1000XM5 headphones both stylish and functional, especially enjoying the exceptional sound and microphone quality for your professional calls.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
A+
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing sound quality and noise cancellation. The battery life is crazy good as well. I use them 6+ hours on an almost daily basis and they are very comfortable and charge fast.
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Posted .Hi ErikH, That's great! We're so happy to hear you like the amazing sound, excellent noise canceling, long battery life, comfortable fit, and quick charging of your new Sony WH1000XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Best headphones hands down!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I travel for work and spend a lot of time on commercial airlines. These headphones were the best purchase I could've made in order to make short or long flights more enjoyable. I recently had 5-hour, 7-hour, and 11-hour flights and cannot say enough about how these headphones made the trips better. They are extremely comfortable for hours of wear. The sound quality for music and videos is fantastic. The noise cancelling is best in class - even silenced the chatty passengers near me. I even napped in pure silence with just the nose cancelling on - no music, just silence. It was blissful! Are they expensive? Yes. Are they worth it? Every. Single. Penny.
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Posted .Hi JefferyL We appreciate your feedback and we're glad that you're enjoying your WH1000XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality, Weight
Good option
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Clear sound, easy to use, charge last a good amount of time & acceptable weight
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Posted .Hi Bobby,
Thanks for sharing your feedback! We're glad to hear you're enjoying the clear sound, ease of use, long-lasting charge, and comfortable weight of your WH-1000XM5 headphones.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
-Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Sony Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They are awesome. I can listen to podcast while mowing the yard. I wear glasses and they still seal up for the automatic noise cancelation to work.
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Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, RoyB!
We are thrilled to hear that you think your WH-1000XM5 headphones are awesome!
It's wonderful to know that you can successfully listen to podcasts while mowing the yard, which is a true testament to the power of our industry-leading noise cancellation. We are also delighted that the earcups still provide a great seal, allowing the automatic NC to work effectively, even while you wear glasses.
Thank you again for choosing Sony to bring tranquility to your chores!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Good, but not for me
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They are comfy and sound good, and the noise cancellation and transparency modes are nice, but these are NOT good for the gym or if you tend to run hot at all. They also don’t stay on my head very well. Ended up returning. If you don’t sweat, or aren’t planning on being active on these, highly recommend, but if you’re concerned about that, I’d avoid.
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Posted .Hi DEVINK,
We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the sound quality, comfort, and noise cancellation of the WH-1000XM5 headphones. We're sorry to hear that they weren't a good fit for your active lifestyle and that you ultimately had to return them. We appreciate you sharing this valuable feedback with us.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Portability
Older but more reliable/sound better than xm6.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are great. The sound quality is better than the xm6. They are less compact but will last you longer. The simpler headband and hinge design works better with ears and heads. They also won’t break like my xm6 did. I now wish i kept these instead of my xm6.
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Posted .Hi Anton,
Thank you for your candid feedback and for the five-star review of your WH-1000XM5 headphones. We're very happy to hear that you're enjoying them and that you find the sound quality, comfort, and build to be a significant improvement. It's great to know that the new headband and hinge design are working so well for you, providing a more comfortable and durable experience. Enjoy your music!
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a great day!
DiegoV
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Battery life, Sound quality
Good Sony
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are probably the best noise canceling from Sony. Better bass than the XM4s and battery life.
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Posted .Hi NASH,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It’s great to hear you’re impressed with the WH1000XM5 headphones, especially the improved bass and battery life. Thank you for choosing Sony! Enjoy! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Great
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These were my first full over-the-ears pair of wireless headphones so i dont have much to compare it to, however i love these so far. I’ve had them for about 2 weeks and the battery life is amazing specially with the fast charging. The noise cancellation works really well i use it at work when im on my breaks and it works great at reducing almost all noise apart from some faint voices but im perfectly fine with that. The ambient noise setting also works extremely well i use it when im outside walking or in transit and i can hear all ambience and my surroundings while still listening to my music. The microphone quality is also not bad its not the greatest but it gets the job done and the hands free calling is really convenient and useful. Overall I’m very happy with it and id recommend it.
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Posted .Hi fazo1and, Great! We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Excellent
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Some of the best pair of headphones I have ever used, sound quality is amazing, comfort is really good, noise cancelling is good aswell.
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Posted .Hi Waaa,
We're delighted to hear that you find the Sony WH1000XM5 among the best headphones you've ever used. We're glad the sound quality, comfort, and noise cancelling impressed you. Thank you for your wonderful review and for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick