Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/S
- SKU:
- 6505728
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:Comfort, Sound quality
Great sound a comfort
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound good, comfortable for long periods of time, noise cancellation and transperency are great but not as good as the Airpods Max
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Aditya, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with the sound quality of 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great for travelers
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing for traveling and the sounds is truly amazing especially with noise canceling.My favorite part is the case that comes with them.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jasmyne,
Thanks for sharing your experience! We're so happy to hear how much you're enjoying your WH-1000XM5 headphones, especially for travel, the amazing sound, noise canceling, and the convenient case.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
-Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Really great
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great material and the NC is great i really appreciate the touch shortcuts. Sound is clear, crisp and bass is bumping, volume range is crazy
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you so much for sharing your feedback, Jsesh! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the high-quality materials and the industry-leading noise cancellation of your WH-1000XM5 headphones.
It's great to know the touch sensor controls are making your listening experience easier and more intuitive—they allow you to control volume, skip tracks, and activate features like Quick Attention or Speak-to-Chat with just a simple tap or swipe, creating a seamless way to manage music and calls without taking off your headphones.
We're also excited that the sound quality, from clear highs to deep, bumping bass, and the wide volume range, is living up to your expectations. We designed the WH-1000XM5 to provide crisp, dynamic audio no matter your music style.
If you ever want to explore features further—like customizing your sound via the Sony | Headphones Connect app or adjusting noise cancellation and ambient sound controls—we’re here to help you get the most out of your headphones!
Thanks again for being part of the Sony family and for choosing the WH-1000XM5.
Best regards,
Gus
Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Good Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good headphones that have amazing sound quality. They feel light so you can barely feel the them on your head!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Eddy, 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Volume
XM4 are better than the XM5
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best Noise Canceling in the market they don't have a competitor, but for a $400 dollars headphones the music volume is extremely low compared to other headphones. If you're looking for noise Canceling feature these are your options but if you want a great headphones overall, I recommend the previous version the XM4 because they have a better music sound and the noise Canceling is kinda close to the new ones and you still have all the features and gestures on the right side of the headphones. XM5 they are not bad but the xm4 are better overall on my opinion.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Luis, We're glad that you like the noise canceling function of your headphones. We're sorry if the sound quality. If the sound quality is low, please try following the steps here: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534519.html
We also recommend ensuring the software is updated. You can check the software version by launching Sony Headphones Connect app.
For further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Sincerely,
Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony Headphones - Wireless
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound is amazing. The only struggle is trying to get them synced for the first time with having to download the app and everything which you have to do everytime you want to use them with a new device but after that connection is easy and ready to go!
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Posted .Hi ShaunaW, We're glad that you are enjoying your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
10/10 Gift
|Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] Beautiful headphones in both sound quality and design. Person I bought them for really loves them, she gets overstimulated in big crowds and loud environments so the noise cancellation really helps her out.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DariusO, Thank you for sharing your positive review of the WH-1000XM5! We're delighted to hear that you find them beautiful in both sound quality and design. It's wonderful to know that the person you bought them for loves them and that the noise cancellation feature is particularly helpful in managing overstimulation in big crowds and loud environments. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Great headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones! Lightweight, awesome battery life and charges quickly. The noise cancelling and sound quality are great!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RamonN, Amazing! We're thrilled to hear that you like the battery life, lightweight design, noise canceling, 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Best ever.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are the best. Sound, comfort, and simple. Cant ask for much more.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Good, We're glad you're happy with your purchase. Make sure to keep your device's firmware up to date to enjoy all its features. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Mr Chapman
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are without a doubt the best noise cancelling headphones I’ve ever owned. Goof sound quality and great battery life.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Good, We're pleased 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great buy
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise cancellation works amazingly, super comfortable and a nice upgrade
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Posted .Hi Jacob, Great! We're delighted to hear that you like the noise canceling function and comfort. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great headphone
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome noise canceling headphone. I used it on the plane to block the noise for more than 4 hours and I don’t feel uncomfortable.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Yilih, Great! We're glad that you like the noise canceling function of 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:Sound quality
electric man
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.sony make fine product but for men this unit need a lot of finger moving around in order to work, up & down & side way well. it sound great but not for me. get the best deal around / shop
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi force77,
Thanks for the review. It’s great to hear you’re enjoying the sound quality of the WH-1000XM5!
We also really appreciate you being honest about the touch controls. Feedback like yours is exactly how we figure out how to make our next units even better and more comfortable for everyone to use.
Thanks for giving Sony a try. We're happy you found a great deal!
Sincerely,
Estefany
best buy for a reason
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.one of best thing i've purchased on the app, i'll like to keep buying from this site
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, VincentSapp!
We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your WH-1000XM5 headphones are one of your best purchases yet! We’re so glad you had a great experience picking these up through our friends at Best Buy. We look forward to being your go-to choice for your next tech upgrade!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Sony is best
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So comfortable and light weight. The active noise canceling is much better than my bose.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Chin, We are glad that you now have the best headphone brand. We are also happy that you are comfortable with your Sony WH1000XM5 and like their noise canceling feature. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Decent improvement
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Can get loud when needed, cleanest set of Bluetooth headphones ive ever used. Decently long battery life!! Strong noise canceling!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SassyPants, Great! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality, battery life, and 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:Comfort, Sound quality
The best sounding wireless headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Compared to others like Apple Max and Bose, these sound the best. Very sleek and comfortable.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi EZapata,
Fantastic! It is really lovely to hear your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality, very comfortable fit, and stylish design of our WH-1000XM5. 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 so much for sharing your wonderful experience with our product and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Sony Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these EarPhones. Noise Cancellation is amazing. They are comfortable.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RacingMom, Amazing! We're glad that you like the 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:Comfort, Weight
GREAAAT
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones! I had a iphone 13 and it worked amazing! lightweight and very comfortable!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Deven808 Excellent choice! We're delighted 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Good headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love then they are confortable and sound great but after 2 or 3 hours you start feeling them on your ears
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AbrahamJ, 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