Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/P
- SKU:
- 10851841
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 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.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It’s worth the price. The sound quality is excellent. It’s, by far, the best headphones I’ve ever had.
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Posted .Hi VanhowellF, We're pleased to hear that you like the audio quality of your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
good headphone
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’m writing this down for a chance to win a $400 gift card.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great, but not Excellent!
|Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] Very good headphones. Mids were a highlight of the listen. Could use some more impact in the lower frequencies. Very clear low end, but not as impactful as I'd like.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AnthonyT,
Thank you for your time writing this review! We glad to hear that you like your WH1000XM5 headphones. For optimum performance, please make sure that the headphones software is updated as it includes key features, applications, bug fixes, and feature improvements. Sound quality may also vary depending on the source that you are playing. If you haven't yet, please download and use the equalizer settings on the Sony Headphones Connect app to fine-tune your music to your liking! For more details: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534533.html
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We appreciate your feedback. Thanks again for purchasing Sony! - Kris
Perfect
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Exactly what I was looking for to fit my big head.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Crl1, We're glad the WH1000XM5 headphones are the perfect fit for you—comfort matters just as much as sound quality. Thank you for choosing Sony! Enjoy! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Pretty cool offering
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This was probably the best pair of headphones. It is rich and has excellent anc which I definitely need.
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Posted .Hi Etsyu, Amazing! We're glad that you're enjoying your WH1000XM5. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
good ! great !
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.theyre good! and they dont look like an eyesore like other earphones! battery is amazing too, i went to sleep with them and they lasted all night!
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Posted .Hi AlexC,
Thank you for the purchase! We're happy to hear that you're enjoying the battery life and design of the headphones. We appreciate the 5-star rating and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Unmatched Comfort and Superior Noise Cancellation
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best earphones with exceptional noise cancellation.and best sound quality
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Posted .Hi Teja, We're glad that you're enjoying your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Awesome Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Probably the best quality headset, for the price, that I have ever purchased.
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Posted .Hi KurtL,
We are ecstatic to learn that these are the best quality headphones you have ever purchased for the price! Delivering top-tier audio performance and value is what we strive for, and we are thrilled that you are so happy with your choice.
Thank you for choosing Sony.
Regards,
Dominick
Sony Head ohones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The product has been absolutely spectacular. Fantastic and very happy
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Posted .Hello DaneB,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re excited to hear that the WH1000XM5 headphones have provided you with a spectacular experience. Your happiness with the product truly motivates us to continue delivering premium audio solutions.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
My review
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great quality headphones. Impressive noise cancellation. Served me well on a long flight and had no issues with wear and tear due to the travel case that’s included.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ithurtssogood, Awesome! We're glad that you're enjoying the noise canceling and quality 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
They’re great, need improvements
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’ve had these for about two years now. The sound is AMAZING but they kept shutting off and recently they just fell apart??? I mean literally. I go to put them on and one ear piece falls out of the head piece part. Now I have to get new headphones. I would be great if they improved these issues.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Do not buy these.
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality is great, noise cancelling works excellently. I cannot, by any means recommend anyone get these headphones. The band is made of the most brittle plastic ever, so a single drop will shatter it. Repairing the thing is a nightmare too, you have to remove minimum 10 screws, 1 adhesive gasket which will never truly work again, and pop off the front ear cup to even access the innards. Oh, and it just happens through normal wear and tear too, just happens when you put the headphones on enough. $400 for absolute e-waste.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JustinR,
Thanks for the feedback. We really appreciate you highlighting the sound quality and noise cancelling on your WH-1000XM5s.
However, we're truly sorry to hear about the trouble you've had with the headband.
To get this fixed for you, we suggest reaching out to our parts supplier, Encompass. They offer low-cost repair options and genuine replacement parts to make the process much easier.
You can find all the details and get started right here: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00346233
Thanks for considering Sony and for your honest review.
Warm regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Enjoy the flight
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A great travel companion, keeps unwanted noise from airplanes out so you’re able to hear the audio, I could never imagine using as a workout headset or wearing on a hot day.
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Posted .Hi PatrickP 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
T from up north
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound is excellent. The noise canceling feature works well as advertised and the ohone voice recogniotn/cancellation of surround ind sound works wel.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BigTim, We're glad that you like the sound, noise canceling, and features. 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 product
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The product was better than we expected. We had read great things but really does what it says and worked excellently. Would definitely recommend
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Posted .Hi Geri,
Thank you for the purchase! We're happy to hear that you like the headphones and it is living up to your expectations. We appreciate the recommendation and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing!!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones have probably the BEST noise cancellation of any headphones in its price range. Great sound quality as well!
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Posted .Hi NickR, We appreciate your feedback! We're also glad that you're enjoying the WH1000XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
The cheapest feel, the most premium sound
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Wow these things feel cheap, like wow I have seen marshmallows with more durability, so even a minor scratch can rip the entire thing apart ? YIKES As far as the sound goes, these are the best headphones (sound wise) money can buy
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DeepToot, we're glad you like the sound quality of our newest industry-leading noise canceling headphones. We're sorry to hear that you have an issue with your SONY unit. 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. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Worth it!
|Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] After almost a year of owning them, they are a great product. Was gonna go with the Airpods max but the extra 10 hour battery life is hard to beat.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Omar, This is great! 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
Excellent Headphones
|Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] My brother loves these headphones! He enjoys them for the gym and everyday activities!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Ernesto,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It brings us great joy to hear that your brother is enjoying the WH1000XM5 headphones both at the gym and in his daily routine. Knowing they enhance his activities means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate you sharing this with us. Thank you for your kind words!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
GREAT HEAPHONES
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.LOVE THESE FOR TRAVELING. TERRIFIC SOUND AND GREAT NOISE CANCELLATION.
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Posted .Hi Billcap59,
Thank you for the positive feedback! We're glad to hear that you love the sound quality and noise canceling of the headphones. We appreciate the 5-star rating and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David