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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6366 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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92%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers regard the product's sound quality as impeccable, frequently praising its comfort, impressive battery life, and lightweight design. While many also appreciate its good bass, snug fit, and decent active noise cancellation, some concerns have been raised. These concerns primarily revolve around its portability, price, occasional connectivity issues, and a desire for louder volume and water resistance.

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The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great gift

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

    My husband was thrilled when he got these. He’s been wanting them for awhile now.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Jessica, Excellent! We're glad that your husband is enjoying his 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

  • Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Expensive

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

    One of the Worst product in the same price range you can get plenty of options are available apart from this.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Abhay,

      Thank you for the review and we're sorry to hear what happened with your headphones. We need more details regarding your concern. For us to better assist you, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

      Name:
      Best Buy Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope to speak to you to resolve this matter.

      Regards,
      David Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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

    Best headphones on the market give same performance as AirPods Max for lower price

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Dyson, Great! 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Do Not buy!!

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

    Bought a pair in December 23 2024 three months later the frame broke. Just taking them off and on. Under warranty you would think no warranty. They work great but are not meant to last poor craftsmanship.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Stanley,

      We're sorry to hear about your experience with the WH-1000XM5 headphones. It’s disappointing when a product doesn’t meet durability expectations, especially within such a short period. Since they are still under warranty, we recommend reaching out to Sony Support for further assistance regarding repair or replacement options. You can reach out to our product support team via phone call at 239-245-6354 or chat through this link: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US

      Hours of Operation:
      Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 9:00 pm ET
      Saturday - Sunday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm ET

      Your feedback is valuable, and we appreciate you sharing your experience.

      Best,
      Maria Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Ok Sound Quality

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Average sound quality for the price. Cheap parts broke within a year…

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi MClark,
      Thank you for your time writing this review. While we are glad you like the sound quality, we're sorry to hear that the headphones broke within a year. This is definitely not the experience we want you to have. Allow us to help and do the best possible for you.

      May we contact you to help and get more information? If so, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com:
      Name:
      Best Buy Username:
      Telephone Number:
      Model Number:
      Issue:

      We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope to speak to you to resolve this matter. Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    BROKE AFTER 1.5 YEARS

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

    Broke after a year and a half... don't recommend spending money on them

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi TotN, We are sorry to hear that the headphones were broken. This is definitely not the experience we'd like you to have. We'd love to help you and turn this into a better experience.


      May we contact you to help and get more information? If so, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com.
      Apologies if you disclosed some of this information in your review and to customer service, we just want to ensure that we have your accurate details at the time of communication.

      Full Name:
      BBY Username:
      Telephone Number:
      Additional Information regarding your experience with the WHXM5

      We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope to speak to you to resolve this matter.

      Sincerely,
      Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Headphones stoped working

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

    Second pair i buy and it stops working randomly, what is this product seriously

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hello RODRIGOM,

      Thank you for considering Sony products.

      We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you’ve experienced with your WH1000XM5 headphones. This is certainly not up to the quality standards we strive for, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.

      To assist us in gathering more information regarding this matter and to work together towards a solution, please reach out to us via email at socialsupport@am.sony.com. We kindly ask that you include the following details in your message:

      - Name:
      - BestBuy Username:
      - Model Number:
      - Description of the Issue:
      - Telephone Number:

      Thank you for your patience, and we look forward to assisting you further.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Experience

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

    The product is doesn’t feel really optimized and the app is confusing

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Toedlu , we regret to hear that the WH1000XM5 did not meet your expectations and the app is confusing. This is definitely not the experience we'd like you to have. We'd like to help you and turn your experience around.

      May we contact you to help and get more information? If so, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com.
      Apologies if you disclosed some of this information in your review and to customer service, we just want to ensure that we have your accurate details at the time of communication.

      Full Name:
      BBY Username:
      Telephone Number:
      Additional Information regarding your experience with the WH1000XM5

      We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope to speak to you to resolve this matter.

      Sincerely,
      Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good But Hurts

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

    Performance seems the same as the XM4 but this one the padding at the top is different and this one hurts the top of my head after a while every now and then.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi JEFFS, 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent piece of hardware

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

    It connects easily on my Linux, windows, and MAC computers and all the controls work roght out of the box.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Avnish,

      Very nice! We're glad you like the fast Bluetooth connection 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!

      Regards.
      David Sony_US

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Don’t waste your money

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

    After paying $350 for headphones I expected more than 13.5 months of use. Disappointed that only one side works now. Frustrated that manufacturers warranty lasts only 12 months. Make a quality product that you will stand by for a reasonable amount of use given the purchase price!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi BarileeK, We regret to hear about what happened. We take the quality of our products seriously and are sorry to hear that one side of your WH1000XM5 is no longer working. If you haven't tried any troubleshooting steps yet to address this issue, we suggest following the steps on this link to isolate and resolve the issue. https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534512.html

      If the issue persists after performing the troubleshooting steps, you can explore our repair options. We recommend visiting our eService website on the link below for further assistance.

      https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/service?language=en_US&cpint=spt-subfooter_prodrepair

      If you have further questions or concerns about your Sony WH1000XM5, feel free to contact us through this link: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/service?language=en_US.

      Regards,
      Sam Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    sounds great

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

    the noise cancellation is perfect! really helps for when working out. best headphones ive bought so far

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi gigi, Amazing! We're glad that you are enjoying 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Considered the best for a reason...

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

    I have had mixed luck with Sony products over the years, but the conventional wisdom that these are the best ANC headphones you can buy seems to be correct, they're pretty amazing. I tried a few other brands and these are better in every way. They weigh almost nothing, they're comfortable for hours at a time, the sound quality and ANC are both excellent.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi JohnH,

      Thank you for your purchase and we are honored to have customers like you. We're glad to hear that you like the noise canceling, sound quality and comfortable design 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 and enjoy your headphones!

      -David Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have tried a lot of headphones. This is by far as the overall pack is the best in the market.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AK40, Excellent! We're glad that you're 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    I returned it.

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

    It is an amazing brand, but the noise-canceling tool didn't work the way that I was expecting.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi easy, we are sorry to hear that the noise canceling function didn't work and the headphones had to be returned. We do have troubleshooting steps in case the noise canceling is not sufficient which is also available in the Help Guide and support website. For future reference, here's the link for the Help Guide:
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/index.html


      We hope you'll consider these headphones in your future purchase. Should you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com.

      Regards,
      Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Disconnects by it self

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Am having a problem where the head phones disconnects after an hour or sometimes 30 or less and battery is fully charge.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Jnocks,

      We are really sorry if you are experiencing a connection issue with your WH-1000XM5. This is certainly not the news we'd like to hear from you. Please allow us to help you and turn this into a better experience. The WH-1000XM5 is designed to provide reliable and stable connectivity during various activities. However, certain factors such as distance, signal interference, and the environment can affect the connection. To troubleshoot your Bluetooth connection issue, please refer to the steps on these links:
      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/articles/00097458
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534702.html

      And to ensure you get the best Bluetooth connection, please set the headphones Sound Quality Mode to “Priority on stable connection." Choosing the correct Sound Quality Mode improves communication between your headphones and your mobile device. Refer to this link for more details: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/articles/00204578

      Lastly, to ensure you are getting the most out of your WH-1000XM5, if you haven't yet, please update its firmware to the latest version. The software includes key features, applications, bug fixes, and feature improvements. It also provides fixes to any performance issues you are encountering. For more information, please visit the link below:
      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/downloads

      If the issue is not still resolved, reset the headphones. If the issue still persists, then initialize the headphones. For instructions, please refer to the following links:
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000541012.html
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000541013.html

      Note: Resetting the headphones will not delete the paring information, while initialization returns the headphones to the factory settings and all Bluetooth pairing information is deleted.

      Should you need more information/technical assistance, please feel free to email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details and we'll be more than happy to assist you.

      Name:
      Best Buy Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      I hope this helps you, and thank you for choosing Sony.

      Best regards,

      Romeo
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Noise canceling not good

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

    Proably got a defective model because the noose canceling was not good at all. Will return

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Notbad,

      Thank you for the review and we're sorry to hear the noise canceling issue with your headphones. The noise canceling will depend in that source and environment that you're playing. We recommend using the Sony headphones connect app to adjust the noise canceling depending in your preference.

      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/software/00269130

      We also recommend updating the software of your headphones using the app. A firmware update improves the functionality and features of your device. It can provide fixes to any performance issues that may occur.

      For us to better assist you, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

      Name:
      Best Buy Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      -David Sony_US

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Buyer beware! Buy at your own risk!

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

    Horrible design! Do some basic google search before buying this headphones. Hinges that connect the headphones to the overhead band break easily. I will report back if BBY does right by me!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi RemorsefulBuyer, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We're sorry to hear that you have an issue with the headband hinges of your Sony unit. This is not usually the case for our WH1000XM5 headphones. Unfortunately, the limited warranty of your WH1000XM5 does not cover any kind of accidental or physical damage.

      It's good to hear that your dealer is taking care of the issue by now. You can also take your device to an authorized servicer for evaluation to determine the repair options available for physical or cosmetic damage. For more information, please refer to the link below:

      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00006741?utm_source

      If you require any additional support with regard to this product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:

      ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Good, but not as good as the XM4

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

    I found these to be not as great as my XM4s. The sound quality was not there, and I did not like that these did not fold down for putting in a backpack

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi TJBR, We regret to hear that the sound quality did not meet your expectation and this do not fold down. We understand that each of us has different listening preferences and that is why we included ways to customize the audio quality to suit your liking using the Headphones Connect app. Please ensure you have it downloaded. We also recommend ensuring the software version is updated. You can also verify the software using the Headphones Connect app.

      Ref: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534511.html

      Name:
      Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      Sincerely,
      Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Uncomfortable

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

    Super uncomfortable around my head compared to the XM2s. The thinner band puts a lot of pressure.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Zach,

      We are sorry to hear about your concern with your Sony wireless headphones. When wearing your WH-1000XM5 headphones, please make sure to adjust the length of the slider where the headband touches the top of your head and also adjust the orientation of the units to have a more comfortable listening experience. Please refer to this link for more details: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000539062.html. If you are not using them, you can also set them in the supplied carrying case: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534705.html. 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.

      Sincerely,
      Vincent Sony_US