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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

    Great sound and easy to use

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

    I'm a bit of a Sony fanboy, so take with a grain of salt, but I have yet to be let down by these headphones. The fit over my ears is comfortable and I've worn them for hours at a time. Noise cancellation is perfect and the bluetooth connection hasn't dropped once. I dinged the battery life rating one star since the Sennheiser Momentum 4 manages an absurd 60 hours, but the 30 hours Sony offers has not been an issue. My music sounds great on the XM5s and it works well when plugged into a PS5 controller too!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Salmon, Thank you so much for always choosing Sony! We are glad to hear that you are happy with 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! -Carl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great intro to headsets

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

    So far so great! I’ve been using the XM5 for about two months and love the feature of being able to customize the eq levels from amplifying the base, vocal projection, & gaming. Every use has the perfect pitch. Funky color is a plus ! Next step is to see the durability in the gym.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for the fantastic update, TaeeM!

      We are delighted to hear that your WH-1000XM5 headphones are performing "so far so great" after two months!

      It's wonderful that you are taking advantage of the customizability features in the Sony | Headphones Connect app to create the perfect pitch for every scenario—from amplifying the bass and vocal projection to gaming. We designed them for that exact level of versatile, high-quality audio customization!

      We also love that you appreciate the funky color!

      We hope they continue to impress you with their durability in the gym. Thank you again for choosing Sony!

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Headphones

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

    Daughter loves these. Awesome sound quality! Would recommend- noise cancellation is great Battery life better than expected

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

      It's wonderful to hear your daughter is loving her WH-1000XM5 headphones! We're delighted that she's experiencing the awesome sound quality and great noise cancellation, and it's particularly pleasing to know the battery life is exceeding expectations. We truly appreciate your recommendation! Thanks for choosing Sony.
      -Eliab Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Quality

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

    Beautiful color and even better sound. Amazing features such as touch activation, noise canceling or ambient sound. 10 out of 10 hands down.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi user916617,

      We are thrilled the Smoky Pink color and features like touch activation earned a 10/10! It’s great to know you're enjoying both the style and the noise canceling.

      Thanks for choosing Sony.

      Best regards,
      Eliab Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Headphones

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

    Excellent item, I use them everyday at work, it last more than 12 hours fully charged

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

      We are beyond pleased to hear that your WH-1000XM5 has become an essential part of your daily work routine. It is fantastic to know that the battery life is supporting your long days, ensuring you have reliable, high-quality audio for more than 12 hours at a time.

      Thank you for choosing Sony to power your productivity.

      Regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good upgrade from XM4

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

    I own WH-1000XM3 and XM4. This is very much an upgrade mainly on the noise cancelling and comfort side. I also like the new design.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi GorgonSisters, Amazing! We're 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome headphones

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

    Excellent noise canceling headphones . Fit Excellent Deep bass sound Bought 2

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Blondie, Amazing! 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Sony Headphones Gen 5

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

    My last headphones were the gen 4 and they were working perfectly even after 4 years. Unfortunately they were stolen and I never was able to get them back, so I had to drop another $300 on new headphones. These headphones are great sound quality and the noise cancellation helps me lock in when I need to get work done without any outside noise distracting me. They are pricy but I got them for $100 off so that was nice at least. Would recommend for any college/university student for everyday use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi EdM1,

      First off, we're so sorry to hear about your XM4 headphones being stolen. That's a terrible experience, especially when they were still working perfectly after all those years!

      We're glad to hear you were able to take advantage of a discount and get a new pair of XM5 headphones. It's great that you're already appreciating the top-tier sound quality and, especially, the best-in-class noise cancellation!

      Thanks for the recommendation to other college and university students. Your feedback highlights exactly what makes these headphones so popular for academic and everyday use—we really appreciate it!

      Thanks for choosing Sony!

      Sincerely,
      Jenn | Sony North America. sony-global

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Sonyxm5s

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

    They sounded nice and the ANC was great, but they were too big for my head. The battery life was also amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi GiselleA, Awesome! We're very happy to hear that you're enjoying the superb sound quality, great noise canceling feature, and excellent battery life of your Sony WH1000XM5. We understand that finding the perfect fit can vary from person to person. We also recommend adjusting the slider and orientation of the left and right side so that the earpads fit snugly all around your ears. Hope this helps and thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Cons mentioned:
    Connectivity, Volume

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    My headphones

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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 better than the ones I returned. The ones I returned were not loud enough. The Sonys are loud enough however, the problem with the Sonys are “Connecting” them they don’t always work the first time - this needs to be fixed. I bought them because my Sony TVs are superior to others I’ve had.

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

      Thank you for your feedback on the WH-1000XM5 headphones. It's great to hear that you find them loud enough and superior to the ones you returned. We appreciate your loyalty to Sony products, including your Sony TVs.

      Regarding the connectivity issue you mentioned, we understand how frustrating it can be when the headphones don't always connect on the first try. This is valuable feedback, and we will pass it on to our product development team for further investigation and potential improvements.

      If you continue to experience connectivity problems, you might find some troubleshooting steps helpful. For instance, ensuring that the headphones' firmware is up to date can sometimes resolve connectivity issues. Additionally, resetting the headphones or re-pairing them with your device might help improve the connection stability.
      ref: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/downloads
      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/articles/00204611?cpint=spt-mdr_triage_00204483_pairing

      Sony also has just the ticket! Reach out to our new Product Enthusiast. They are Sony fans, just like you, who can help you troubleshoot/setup your headphones issue. Connect with them on the link below, just click on Chat with an Enthusiast.
      https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones

      Thank you again for your review and for choosing Sony. Your input helps us enhance our products and services.

      Best regards,

      Romeo Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony WH-1000XM5 WirelessNoiseCancelling Headphone

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

    I will never board an airplane without these again - The jet noise is a silent hum and other passengers are blocked out. Sound quality is GREAT and surprisingly, the microphones for Phone Calls...VERY CLEAR...Highly recommend them.

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

      It's a true pleasure to hear that your headphones have become your ultimate travel companion. We designed our industry-leading noise cancellation specifically to tune out cabin roar and background chatter, so knowing it transforms jet noise into a quiet hum for you is fantastic. It is also wonderful to hear that you are loving the excellent audio quality and finding the microphone clarity so impressive for your calls.

      Thank you for choosing Sony to accompany you on all your journeys.

      Regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Better headset I ve hear

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

    [Employee of bestbuy] Confort excellent, audio quality best top on market + 360 audio + app can u see the batt able o disable features on it, batt the top on market 30hrs wow is so high I ve been used since I bought they are excellent the better features is the anc is amazing recently I travel to another country while I on plane I can’t hear any noise from engine plane it was unbelievable, really I recommend it

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

      Amazing! We're glad that you like the comfort, sound quality, app functions, battery life, and noise canceling function 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!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love them!

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

    These headphones are amazing! I bought them for a friend as a gift and ended up buying one for myself. Great noise cancellation. I use it a lot when traveling

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

      We could not be more pleased to learn that you loved the WH-1000XM5 so much you had to get a pair for yourself! There is truly no higher compliment than a gift-giver becoming a fellow owner.

      Our engineers worked tirelessly to perfect the noise-canceling technology, and we are glad you’re experiencing the benefits of that quiet sanctuary during your travels. Whether you are navigating a busy airport or settling into a long flight, we’ve designed these to ensure your music remains front and center. Knowing that they have become an essential part of your travel kit is exactly why we continue to innovate.

      Thank you for making Sony part of your lifestyle and for sharing the gift of great sound!

      Best regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Buy These ASAP

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

    I didn’t think there was going to be much of an improvement from the xm4’s to the xm5’s but I am pleasantly surprised by these. They sit on my head snug and the ear cups are some of the most comfortable I have used yet. Overall sound quality and noise canceling is next level. I’ll be interested to see just how sony is going to try to improve to the 6’s

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DDOS, Amazing! We're glad that you like the sound quality and noise canceling function of 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. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony xm4's rock !

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

    Purchased during after Christmas sale. Incredible sound.... handsome headphones. Battery life is super....the blue color hides fingerprints and smudges. What are you waiting for.....

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

      Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're happy to hear that you like the sound quality and battery life of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sound quality

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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 quality. Battery life is good. Connectivity is great even at far with walls in between and im still not having connectivity issues.

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

      Thank you for sharing your feedback on the WH-1000XM5 headphones. We are beyond pleased to hear that you are enjoying the great sound quality, good battery life, and strong connectivity even over long distances and through walls. It’s rewarding to hear that our product has positively impacted your experience. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Highly Recommend

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

    Great comfort and sound blocking - made the switch from Bose QCII to these. Great battery life too!

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality, Weight

    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.

    Very good quality, light weight, excelente noise cancellation

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi LuisCA, We're delighted to hear that you like the audio quality, light weight, and noise canceling function. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    amazing product

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

    Amazing product! Very happy with quality & comfort. They came with a nice storage case as well.

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

      Thanks for the amazing review! We're thrilled to hear how happy you are with the quality and comfort of your WH-1000XM5 headphones.

      We designed these headphones to provide a premium and comfortable listening experience, and it's great to know that the included case is also a welcome addition for keeping them safe.

      Thanks for choosing Sony!

      Sincerely,
      Jenn | Sony Social Media Team. Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best noise cancellation headphones

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

    These are a great upgrade from the XM4. Sony finally toned down the muddy bass and allowed a good sound signature to come out. Still needed to EQ to make them a bit brighter but fantastic headphones. I use them for 6+ hours at a time with no discomfort. Battery life is crazy good and they charge VERY fast. Connection to two devices works great (iPad and iPhone here). The noise cancellation is the strongest I’ve used on any headphones and it doesn’t create any pressure on my head. Very happy with my purchase.

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