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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6226 reviews

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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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Customers love the WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones for their terrific sound quality and comfortable design. The headphones are also lightweight and have a long battery life. Overall, customers seem very satisfied with these headphones.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Noise Cancelling, Sound Quality 30h Batt

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

    These headphones are by far, the best noise cancellation in the world. The active feature continually adjusts the environment and dials in the cancelling. My ears are in heaven. Use on the airplane, and it's 30hr battery make international travel so comfortable. My last set of Sony NC headphones lasted over 10 years and are still going. DONT THINK ABOUT IT...BUY THESE oh...the sound AMAZING. Also, if the battery ever dies...they STILL WORK as wired headphone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AceJones123, Amazing! We're glad that you are enjoying the noise canceling function, features, battery life, comfort, and 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great NC Heaphones

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

    Compared to previous generations, these are a definite upgrade if you can get passed the non folding design. They’re very light and comfortable with great sound quality. Multi device connection is a welcome addition as well. The non folding design does mean a larger case footprint but the weight and comfort are a good tradeoff.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      That's awesome, Cris! We're glad that you like your new Sony XM5 Wireless headphones. Make sure to keep your device's firmware up to date to enjoy all its features. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Craig Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headphones

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

    Great headphones, and I recommend them for any use case, I used them at the gym and have had 0 issues, they manage to stay on. The audio quality is also really good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MoeS,
      Thanks for sharing your 5-star experience! We're thrilled to hear that you're loving the Sony XM5 headphones. It's awesome that they perform well at the gym while delivering excellent audio quality. Thank you for choosing Sony! Enjoy! -Maria Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Superior

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

    Hands down the very best headphones on the market today!!! Would use 24/7 if I could!! Superior noise cancellation and sound quality!! Battery life is beyond any competitor!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DansMom, we're happy to know that you like the sound quality, noise canceling feature and battery of our product! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good but could use improvements

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

    I love my headphones and all of the features, as there are more things these headphones can do compared to my previous ones but I think the noise cancelling feature could use some improvement but still works well

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

      We are beyond pleased to hear that you love your headphones and are enjoying the wide array of features they offer compared to your previous pair.

      Regarding your feedback on the noise cancelling, we want to ensure you are getting the absolute best performance possible. You can often enhance the noise cancelling effect by ensuring a proper fit and checking specific settings within the app. We recommend reviewing these optimization tips in our help guide to help tailor the silence to your environment: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534745.html

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      Regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headphone

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excelente headphone, great to work in office. Great baterry.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for your fantastic review, EdgardM! It is truly wonderful to know that you are enjoying your WH-1000XM5 and finding them excellent for your work in the office.

      We designed the WH-1000XM5 to be the perfect companion for productivity, featuring our industry-leading noise canceling technology to help you focus by silencing distractions. We're also delighted to hear you're impressed with the battery life. Our goal was to create a headphone that could comfortably last through your entire workday and beyond, and it brings us great joy to know we've succeeded.

      Thank you again for choosing Sony and for sharing your positive experience with us! We hope you continue to enjoy a great sound experience.

      Best regards,
      Gus
      Sony Social Media Team Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice sound quality, good battery.

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got them for flying, but now using them at the desk when working a lot. Battery life is great, Type C charging is a big plus, App for Android works 100% of the time, and have had not issues switching audio from a laptop, Desktop and phone! Noise canceling is great hear almost no plane noise, and the audio still sounds great. Placing a hand over the right ear will turn on ambient sound, thought that was lame but turns out to be very nice to have.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AdamJ, Great! It's good to hear that you are enjoying the battery life, noise canceling function, and 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headphones

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

    Awesome headphones, noise canceling, soft fit and long battery life. Worth buying

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TAT1 Great! We're glad that you like the noise canceling, soft fit and long 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony

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

    5 starthe best quality, best sound, and the battery is undoubtedly very durable

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

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      We're delighted to hear that the WH-1000XM5 has surpassed your expectations with its outstanding sound quality and remarkable battery life. It's incredibly rewarding to know that you view these headphones as a top choice for both performance and reliability.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good Product

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

    super comfortable and high quality and they are super light

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi CarlosC, Thank you so much for the 5-star rating! 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:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love these!

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

    I upgraded from the XM3's I bought in 2018 and I love them and how much more comfortable they are. A bit pricey but I know that I'll run these into the ground before I replace them. The ANC doesn't seem to be as strong but it isn't very off putting. The app is pretty convenient and the music is just as crisp and clear as it always is with Sony. Too bad these aren't really meant to workout in so I'll have to go ahead and buy some earbuds. Overall I'm very satisfied with the product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Felix, Great! We're glad that you like the use of Headphones Connect app, sound quality, and features 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love them!

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

    I've been wanting to purchase these headphones for a while now. Saved up the money to buy them and let me tell you, they didn't disappoint. Everything from comfort to sound quality has been mastered. Love the total noice cancelation feature. It's perfect for working out, doing work, etc.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi FabianR, Great! We're thrilled to hear that you like the WH1000XM5. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Buy them

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

    All of the settings take some getting used to but these are great headphones. I literally spent part of my flight sleeping comfortably without music playing because of how good the noise cancelling is. Can wear for hours with glasses and battery life is great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Oprah, we're glad you are enjoying our product! 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! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Awesome headphones

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

    I think these headphones are amazing quality especially for the price, comfort is amazing and the features were great, although the hand to side to quiet the music was annoying at the gym. If you’re someone who likes loud base, i would recommend going Bose . But if you’re looking for everyday/ office use these are perfect. Also, people complain about the size of the case i think it’s perfect

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Riss, This is great! We're glad that you like the quality, comfort, and features. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    AWSOME XM5. Sony gave us major improvements

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

    Sony has done it again. After reading reviews online i decided to pull the trigger and purchase the XM5 and they did not disappoint. The headphones were amazing at launch and with a software update or 2 they can only get better. The sound isolation is top notch, i could barely hear anything with nothing playing. When the music was super low I couldnt hear a thing. They're lighter than the XM4, but the carrying case is a bit bigger. If you're contemplating getting them. Just get them.

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

      You made the right choice! We're glad that you are enjoying the noise canceling function and weight of the headphones. We also appreciate your review about the supplied case. Our ultra-comfortable WH-1000XM5 headphones rewrite the rules for distraction-free listening and exceptional call clarity. Two processors control multiple microphones for unprecedented noise canceling while Auto NC Optimizer automatically optimizes noise canceling based on your wearing conditions and environment. The specially designed 30-mm driver unit delivers superior sound quality for all your entertainment. Thanks for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Headphones

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

    Excellent sound and comfort! Noise cancellation is brilliant Connectivity with Apple products could improve

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi NishS, Awesome! 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Exceptionally clear

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

    Overall excellent headphones. The connectivity doest alway work first try, the talk to speak option could use refining and I find the overall sound isn't as warm as I'd like but it does excel at producing clear tones. They have great battery life and the noise canceling is the best ive seen, better than my the bose qc45 headpones i previously had. Overall I'm happy with the purchase and find them better than my previously headphones.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DD78,

      Thank you for your purchase and we are honored to have customers like you. We're glad to hear that you appreciate the battery life and 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great headphones! Solid noise cancellation

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    These headphones are great. I’ve had them for a few years. Crying children on planes melt away and allow me to chill with my tunes. The sound quality is great and the battery goes forever. Software links easily to iPhones and you can connect to Bluetooth on airplanes too or use the cord that comes with it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DPSCAT, Amazing! We're truly delighted to hear that we've matched your expectations with your Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones. Your satisfaction with the incredible audio, excellent noise cancellation, and great battery life of your headphones are greatly appreciated. We hope you continue to enjoy the Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing technology

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

    There is alot of features one can use to improve their sound experience. Very comfortable. Very responsive as in speak to chat features. It detects your voice and stops the music allowing you to communicate with others and once you arent speaking anymore you csn go back to enjoying content. Very nice and i recommend it

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Kartier,
      Wow! Thanks for your amazing review and for your recommendation. We're glad that you are pleased with the sound quality, comfortability and appreciate the speak to chat feature of our WH1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony and enjoy! - Marco Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Headphone review

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

    Excellent sound quality, lightweight and great fit

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello JesseB, Thanks for your feedback. We are glad that you like the sound quality of your new Sony wireless noise canceling headphones. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent Sony_US