Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/S
- SKU:
- 11079692
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
Customers are saying
Customers are positive about the product's exceptional sound quality, comfort, and impressive battery life, also appreciating its lightweight design, good bass, and snug fit. However, customers are negative about its portability, price, and occasional connectivity issues. Some also note that the volume could be louder and express a desire for water resistance.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great audio and great ANC
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones sound great and the touch controls are easy to use. Not to mention how well the noise canceling reduces environmental noise
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Posted .Hi Phil, Great! We're glad that you are enjoying the ease of using the touch controls, sound quality, nd noise canceling function. 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
SONY XM5 - QUIET Please!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.More bulky then the WXM4s but lighter, much better noise cancellation, if you use these for work or making phone calls it is well worth the upgrade
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Posted .Hi Todd, 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
Very good quality but slightly uncomfortable
|Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] The sound quality out of these headphones, especially when wired, is amazing however the top band is a bit too thin to be comfortable in my opinion. it felt like it dug into the top of my head too much
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Posted .Hi Zer0,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! We're glad to hear that you're impressed with the sound quality of the WH-1000XM5, especially in wired mode.
We understand that comfort is just as important as performance and we appreciate your feedback about the headband. Your input help us improve future designs.
If you haven't already, you might try adjusting the fit or using a headband cushion for extra comfort.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Stephanie
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
sony headphones
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.good quality and really good noise cancellation. Highly recommend over the apple airpod maxes
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Posted .Hi VanessaG,
Thank you so much for such a great review and recommendation! We really appreciate you like the quality and noise canceling features of your Sony 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! - Kris
Home run
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have no problem with this device, it actually, is, it performs very well for it, to be the previous generation
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Posted .Hi Game,
We're so glad you're enjoying your WH-1000XM5 headphones. We're proud of the quality we put into every generation of our products, and it's great to know that your experience reflects that. Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good Heaphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound, and good noise cancellation. The only con I have about these is the touch gestures stopped working early in my ownership.
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Posted .Hi Belly,
We are sorry to hear that you are experiencing issues with the WH-1000XM5 touch sensor control panel doesn't work properly. When you swipe your finger forward/backward or up/down on the touch sensor control panel, the touch sensor control panel may not work correctly depending on the angle at which the headset is worn or the direction your head is facing. Make sure that your headphones are running on the latest firmware version. If the touch sensor control panel does not work, follow the steps on the links below to resolve the issue.
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534701.html
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00263863
If you're unable to resolve your concern, you can email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
Name:
Best Buy Username:
Model Number:
Issue:
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Despite your concerns, we're happy that you like most of the features, especially the excellent audio and noise cancellation of these headphones. Thank you for sharing your feedback and for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Beyond great!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product. Never had better headphones in my 66 years. And the noise-canceling functionality, supurb.
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Posted .Hi DavidW, Fantastic! We're glad that you are enjoying the 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. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Perfect present for teenager
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was looking for a perfect gift for my nephew and this headphones now his favorites. Great sound.
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Posted .Hi Taya,
You made the right choice! We're thrilled that your nephew is enjoying the 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!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
good quality
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.this quality is so good and very comfortable to wear. and this color is better than boss
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Posted .Hi TianmaS, Perfect! We're very pleased to hear you like the excellent quality, comfortable fit, and amazing color of your Sony WH1000XM5. 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
Adds value to my life
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Wonderful, can connect to multiple devices at once. Customized to eat shape and size.
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Posted .Hi Elias, this is great! We're glad that you like the features and design of your headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones have very good sound quality and the noise cancelling is great!
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Posted .Hi GarrettT, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH1000XM5! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
Sony xm5 headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overall they’re great headphones but not very practical
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Grate purchase
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent buy they sound grate must buy, overall sound quality is amazing I would definitely recommend them.
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Posted .Hi JonathanM, Amazing! We're happy to hear that you are enjoying the sound 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:Comfort
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love these headphones, so comfortable and light weight , beautiful sleek look , and the noise cancellation is excellent. Definitely recommend, only down side is they aren’t sweat proof , so I can’t workout with them.
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Posted .Hi LGarcia We're glad that you like the comfort, design, 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. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
great for flights
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.made my flights bearable, long lasting battery, love.
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Posted .Hi ErinJ,
Perfect! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the battery life of the headphones and how they work well during your flights. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome headphones. Originally bought the Air Pods Max but they hurt my ears and felt heavy. Great sound and noise cancellation.
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Posted .Hi ScootzNC,
You made the right choice! We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality and industry leading noise canceling 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great!
|Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] Sound quality is amazing! Use it for the gym and havent had any issues! Love it!
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Posted .That's great, Kelly! With our WH-1000XM5, 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 choosing Sony! -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
comfortable light headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are great. I use them to work from home. Noise cancelling works great and they are super comfortable! Feels like I'm not even wearing them.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jess, We're glad that you are enjoying the comfort 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. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.LOVE these headphones. Awesome at blocking out outside noise.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CayciD, Awesome! We're glad that you like the noise canceling function. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Poor value for money
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones should be half the price. They sound good not great. They feel very cheap and are very creaky on the head. Also, the wear sensor doesn’t work consistently. It didn’t work when I first used them and I had to reset them to get it to work but after wearing them for an extended period, it stopped working again. Also, as an iPhone user not all features are available for my use. Sony failed on this one.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Adverb, We regret that the WH1000XM5 did not fully met your expectations. This is definitely not the experience we'd like you to have. For optimum performance, please ensure the software is always updated. Please launch the Headphones Connect App to check and verify the software. We also have troubleshooting steps available in the Help Guide. Please check here: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/index.html
For further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Sincerely, Erin