Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/S
- SKU:
- 12202383
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:Battery life, Comfort
Great sound
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great noise canceling and very confortable to wear for long periods long battery life , but just wish the pads would swivel and that they’d fold up .
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SergioM, Fantastic! We're thrilled you like the great noise cancellation, comfortable fit, long battery life, and excellent sound quality of your Sony XM5. At Sony, we are always looking to improve our product quality and features. We have noted your input about the lack of swivel and fold up option and will be sure to forward this feedback to the appropriate department.
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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great set of headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these for my son. I was recommending Bose because I had Bose headphones before but he did his research on these and when I heard them as well I was like okay these are really nice. The sound, the connection and the options on these just makes it worth the money. Definitely would buy for myself
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, Deebo,
Thanks for the review! It brings us great satisfaction to hear how much your son is enjoying his Sony Headphones! With up to 30 hours of battery life, he'll have enough power even for long trips; and with their modern and lightweight design, they fit snugly around the head with less pressure on the ears while keeping out external sound because of the amazing Noise Cancelling feature!
Thank you for choosing Sony, have a great day!
-DiegoV
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great Sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’m very pleased with the purchase. I tried a couple others, and I think this ones feel the best. Comfort 10/10 Sound 10/10
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JeanPierre, We are thrilled to hear that you are very pleased with your new Sony wireless noise canceling headphones. 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 trusting Sony! Vincent
Great purchse
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The best purchase i have ever made. really happy with every aspect of these headphones. Only small drawback is the headband, after a long movie or gamming session the head band digs into my head almost that gives a slight discomfort. other than that, its fantastic
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello AaronmichaelanuroopC,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're elated to hear that the WH-1000XM5 headphones have delivered an outstanding experience in every aspect for you. We apologize for the discomfort caused by the headband during extended use and appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We will share your feedback with our team to help improve future designs. It’s wonderful to know that, aside from this, the headphones are enhancing your movie and gaming sessions.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
sony wh-1000xm5
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great pair of headphones. I was never a fan of over the ear headphones till a buddy of mine introduced me to these. They last a long time on a good charge.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AthbarN!
We are excited to hear you're now a fan of over-the-ear headphones and that the WH-1000XM5s were the ones to win you over!
It's awesome that they are lasting you so long on a charge, as we've designed them to keep up with even the longest days of listening. With their incredible noise cancellation and premium sound, they're the perfect companion for your music.
We appreciate you choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Portability
More portable
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound however not as portable as the XM3 as the headphones do not close inwards.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi OlgaG, Thank you for your feedback on the WH-1000XM5! We are glad to hear that you appreciate the great sound quality. We understand that the portability of the WH-1000XM5 may not match that of the WH-1000XM3 due to the design change where the headphones do not fold inwards. We value your input and strive to continually improve our products to meet the expectations of our customers. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Amazing!
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Incredible sound quality and bass to go along with outstanding noise cancelling. I highly recommend these headphones!!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .We're glad that you like the audio quality and noise canceling. We also appreciated your recommendation, ShermanT. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Some of the best headphone out there today
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I went from apple ear pods to these and the sound quality and build quality is just amazing they work really well with e drum and my iPad Pro 13 easy connection with Sony app I would recommend these to anyone that need some good quality headphones with great sound
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Stoopidhead918,
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're so glad to hear that you’re enjoying the amazing sound and build quality of your WH-1000XM5 headphones. It’s great to know they pair seamlessly with your e-drum and iPad Pro. We appreciate your recommendation and hope you continue to enjoy every beat!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Maria
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
2 Months
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Ive had the headphones for 2 months and they’re comfortable, sound great, and look great.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BrandonB, We're glad that you're enjoying your new headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Great earphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise reduction feature is the best and the information provided by the buttons is very useful
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CharlesB!
We are thrilled to hear how much you love your new WH-1000XM5 headphones. It is great to know that the button information is helpful and that the noise canceling is working so well for you!
These headphones are designed to make your music sound incredible while keeping things easy. Along with blocking out the world, they have a super comfortable, lightweight design and a battery that lasts all day, so you can listen without any interruptions.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing sound and noice cancelation
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.During my hunt for a set of headphones i was pointed in this direction. The headphones are great the noice cancelation and the audio quality are worth the price. If you've tried to use earbuds like i have in the past and couldn't due to sizing issues. These over the ear headphones should be an option.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Im001s, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new headphones! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Fantastic sound quality!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Superb sound quality and excellent noise cancellation! They feel sturdy and are very comfortable for extended wear.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MichelleV, Great! We're delighted to hear that you like the sound quality, noise canceling function, and comfortable to wear. Thanks for your feedback and for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Better than Apple headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones. Had so many different ones and these are the best. Very light and comfortable. They sound loud and clear. Would recommend 100%
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JerryS,
You made the right choice with the Sony WH-1000XM5! We're glad that you like the weight, comfort, and 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:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Price
Good product but expensive
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The experience with the headphonses is great but its $400 price point seems too much. Ideally it is a fair deal but not the great one. Audio clarity is very good in bright profile compared to default one. I dont seem to use the automatic functions most of the time.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DeadAlready, We're happy to hear that you like the audio quality 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
Great Headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is my second time buying these headphones, only due to my dog having got ahold of my last ones. I enjoyed them then and now, great sound and I like the touchpad options on the right headphone.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Destiny! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It brings us great joy to hear that you chose the WH-1000XM5 headphones for a second time, even after your pup had a little fun with your previous pair. We’re thrilled that you appreciate the exceptional sound quality and the convenient touchpad controls on the right earcup, which allow for easy adjustments while you listen.
Your loyalty means the world to us and we hope you continue to enjoy your headphones for years to come!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Best Active noise cancelling headphones for travel
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought as a gift for my cousin and i say its compact, confortable and my cousin enjoys the sound quality in them. Would highly recommend them especially at any discounted price!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BBYEmp, Great gift! We're also glad that your cousin is enjoying the sound quality, compact, and comfort. 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
High Quality Sound
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Pros: High Quality Sound, noises cancelling works really well, comfortable feel on my head. Cons: doesn't fold like the XM4.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TechKing,
Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're glad you like the high quality sound, noise canceling features and comfortable fit 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
True noise canceling headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best purchase, fell in love with Sony headsets. If you value high quality noise canceling headphones then don't even bother with other brands. Handwashed the case wigh no issues.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with the WH-1000XM5, NinelM! We're thrilled to hear that you’re enjoying the high-quality noise cancellation and that our headset has become your top choice.
Regarding your mention of handwashing the case, we appreciate your attention to keeping your accessories clean. While it’s important to maintain your headphones and their case, we recommend following Sony’s official care instructions to ensure long-term performance and avoid accidental damage. For most Sony headphone models, it’s best to clean cases with a dry, soft cloth, and to avoid submerging them in water or using harsh cleaning agents, as some cases may not be water-resistant and moisture could lead to malfunction or affect their longevity.
Thank you again for your feedback and for choosing Sony. We hope your WH-1000XM5 headphones continue to provide an exceptional listening experience!
Best regards,
Gus
Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony - WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great Product with great sound clarity and flexible to adjust
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi VamshidharG! Thanks so much for sharing your feedback with us.
It is fantastic to know that you’re having such a great experience with your WH-1000XM5 headphones. We really appreciate you highlighting the sound clarity and how easy they are to adjust for a perfect fit!
We appreciate you choosing Sony!
Warm regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Love these Headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.l love these headphones! You can customize the equalizers to your liking and I love that! Just make sure you take care of them because they can be a bit delicate!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dani,
Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review! We're so glad to hear you love your WH-1000XM5 headphones and that you're enjoying the ability to customize the equalizer settings to your personal taste. We appreciate you mentioning the delicate nature of the product. It's a great reminder for all users that proper care helps ensure a long and enjoyable lifespan for their headphones.
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a fantastic day!
DiegoV