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.
Good quality.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Highly recommended to buy . It’s premium quality. I will be buying the latest edition soon.
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Posted .Hi AjibolaA,
We are elated to hear that the premium quality of the WH-1000XM5 has made such a strong impression on you! We take great pride in delivering a high-end experience, and it is wonderful to know that you are already looking forward to the next evolution in our headphone lineup.
The WH-1000XM5 continues to set a high bar with its dual-processor noise canceling system and carbon-fiber driver units, which provide incredible clarity and detail. We are particularly excited that you are keeping an eye on the future; the recently launched WH-1000XM6 builds on that premium foundation with our new HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3 and a return to the fan-favorite foldable design for even better portability. Whether you are enjoying the industry-leading silence of your current pair or moving to the latest edition, we are thrilled to have you with us.
Thank you for trusting Sony.
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
If you have an iPhone you will want these
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these to replace my WH-1000XM3 and definitely worth the upgrade. These little cushions of audio goodness were so great my teenage son "borrowed" them and has refused to return them. I also purchased the WH-1000XM4 and these are still a step up. Cons: the headband feels cheap since it is thinner than the previous plastic bands BUT since these lack that wayyy to easy to break plastic piece on previous versions, I'd say it is worth it and a design change that was overdue. If you have an iPhone, the features beat the comparable Bose headphones. If you have an Android, you might actually prefer the Bose. Either way, you can't go wrong
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Posted .Hi Jazzij2k,
Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're so glad to hear upgrading to the WH-1000XM5 is worth it and you are overall happy and satisfied with your purchase. Your feedback regarding the headband is greatly appreciated. The moving parts don't make the WH-1000XM5 fragile — the construction is solid and reassuring. 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 elegant design with stepless slider, seamless swivel and hanger, and silent joints, makes WH-1000XM5 a pleasure to wear.
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! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
The best
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Super good headphones the noise canceling is unreal :) and great sound
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Posted .Hi, SonyH,
Thanks for the great review and the 5-stars rating! We are glad to hear you are enjoying your Sony Headphones! It is great that you are taking advantage of the amazing Noise Cancelling feature. Download the Sony Sound Connect app to explore more features and options!
Thanks for choosing Sony, have an awesome day!
-DiegoV
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
WH-1000XM5 Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought these for a long flight. The noise-cancelling worked great and I really like the simple functions on the right ear. Wore these for several hours and did not experience any discomfort. Battery life is great. Lasted the duration of our trip; 10 days, 4 flights with no charge needed. Would recommend.
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Posted .Hello JHill, We are happy you now have a great noise canceling headphones for your long flights. 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 choosing Sony. Enjoy! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Had a pair of Beats Studio 3 break at the hinge along with the ear cup shedding like a husky. Decided on these after a lot of research. I absolutely love the sound and feel of these. The quality is top notch. You won’t be disappointed if you decide on these.
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Posted .Hi KevinC, 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Highly Recommend for women
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I absolutley love these headphones and the support that you receive through Sony. This is my first pair of expensive headphones and they are perfect for my needs. I use them during my podcast sessions and they work perfectly with my Rodecaster Pro.
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Posted .Hi BNicole, 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 quality
Great headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality and easy to use! I would recommend!
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Posted .Hello TerraB,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're delighted to hear that you’re enjoying the great sound quality and ease of use of the WH-1000XM5. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're glad our headphones are providing you with an excellent listening experience.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony headphones
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Better than expected. Bought another for my wife. Like you're in your own world. Music as it should be heard.
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Posted .Hi PaulK, Thank you for your positive review! We're thrilled to hear that the WH-1000XM5 exceeded your expectations and that you enjoyed it so much you bought another one for your wife. It's fantastic to know that the headphones create an immersive experience. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Some of the best
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These sonys have amazing sound clarity and really make you feel immersed in what your listening too
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Posted .Hi BIRR, It's fantastic to hear about the immersive sound quality of the WH-1000XM5! The clarity really seems to enhance your listening experience. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Weight
WORTH USING
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.YALL DEFINITELY GET THIS Not the heavy weight airpods pro THIS HEADPHONES ARE LIGHT AND REALLY WORTH IT
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Posted .Awesome, ReeKoo! We're glad you like the lightweight design of the headphones. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Amazing product
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Superb product and amazing battery life. In order to truly enjoy this product, purchase a plan with tidel and see how good these headphones can get.
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Posted .Hi KaranR, Thank you for the great review! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying your new Sony WH1000XM5 and its amazing battery life. The WH-1000XM5 headphones are known for their excellent noise-canceling capabilities and high-quality audio performance, which can enhance the listening experience with any high-fidelity music source, including Tidal. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony rules!
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had the pleasure of using these headphones on a trip to Hawaii. The plane ride was long, but the Sony headphones made it an extremely pleasurable trip. The noise canceling is amazing, along with full range, sound, and deep bass.
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Posted .Hi Berber, We're pleased to hear that you have a wonderful plane ride. We are also happy to hear that you like the noise canceling function and audio 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
ANC strength option needs to be added in update
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.After 3+ weeks with the XM5's, it would seem like the Noise Cancelling has a *"high"* and a *normal* mode based on the Noise cancelling auto optimizer **(not talking about adaptive sound control)**. The *normal* mode is what it sounds like most of the time. The *"high"* mode only seems to come on when the outside volume passes over a certain threshold. Try this. Get the xm5s and put them on and take note of what you can hear in the normal mode. Then, play some loud sound or put your head right up against running water or something loud and continuous. You'll notice the sound profile changes and the outside noise is reduced even further. You might even feel pressure on your ears/ that plugged up feeling. I really don't like not having full control over the ANC. I'd wish that the software team could give us more settings to control how strong we want the ANC to be at any given moment in addition to what we already have.
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Posted .Hi Colby,
Thank you and we appreciate your feedback. 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!
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
great headphoneS
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Comfortable and I like the tap functions. The app gives a lot of cool customizations too.
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Posted .Hi Katana,
We're glad to hear that you like the comfortable design of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Worth the price
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought these for my wife so she can listen to music or watch TikTok’s and I can watch tv or play video games in peace without her complaining about the noise and it does a great job at that! She doesn’t even hear anything through them and even I checked them out and they were great!
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Posted .Hi Mariano153, We are happy to hear that you like 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
Couldnt be more happy
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Originally had airpod maxs and was dissapointed got these as a replacment and coildnt be more happy, noise cancelling is great, touch controls are intuitive, and audio quality is absolutely amazing. Carrying case is great too
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Posted .Hi Victor, We're glad that you're happy with your purchase. 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
Headphones plus and minus
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.when it shuts out airplane and other noise it is fantastic but I've been having some trouble keeping it working. E.g., After a story I was listening to finished, I couldn't get anything else to play. I'm hoping I can figure out how to prevent this sort of thing.
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Posted .Hi LoisL, We are sorry that you are having an issue with your Sony headphones. Please make sure your headphones are up-to-date to improve their performance and resolve any possible software-related issues: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000539071.html. Feel free to test the unit again and verify if it resolves the issue. Despite your concern, it's good that you still like your headphones. We take all user input seriously and will make sure your comments reach the appropriate person. Should you need further assistance, you can email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com. Thank you for trusting Sony! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazingly the Best!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The quality of the headphone is superb! I can’t ask for anything else! When you use it, you’re like in a trance where youre focused on the music you’re plsying! This is my second one.. gave the first one to my hubby! Sony, you did great! Loved the product!
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Posted .Hi JinKookieOT7, 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:Comfort
Excellent Headphonesm
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very happy with the new Sony headphones. Did not have the earlier version so I can’t compare however these headphones are comfortable and extremely quiet on planes where I use them the most. Love the ability to speak and the system allows me to hear what is being said then going back to quiet after a few seconds.
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Posted .Hi Dooley139, 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good sound slightly annoying build
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very good but ever dependent on the EQ settings it seems. You have to take the time to tailor the experience to how you want to experience sound with the companion app. In terms of build it is aesthetically pleasing but smudges easily. The cupping around the ears is also prone to become wet from sweat.
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