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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6348 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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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it.

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

    Exelent product noise cancelling work awesome in airplane.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JoseV, We're glad that you are enjoying your new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best !❤️

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

    It sounds very good. I loved it. I also loved the color because it is black but matte.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AnicetoA, Great! We're thrilled to hear that you like the WH1000XM5. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sound Quality great

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

    Pretty easy to connect, the color is accurate to the picture, and good sound quality

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Claudia, Great! We're happy to hear that you like the ease of connection and sound quality. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome headsets

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

    Close to Perfection! Great sounding industry leading ANC headphones with crisp microphone quality while taking calls!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Abhishek, We are glad that you like the mic quality and the noise canceling feature of your new Sony WH1000XM5 wireless headphones. Thank you for trusting Sony! Vincent Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect sound

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

    Excellent choice. Sound is clear and perfect. Only the perfect choice

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for the wonderful review, JosueR!

      We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you consider the WH-1000XM5 headphones to be the perfect choice! It is rewarding to know that you are experiencing the exceptionally clear and perfect sound that we strive to deliver in our premium audio line.

      Thank you again for choosing Sony!

      Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team sony-global

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony xm5.

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

    Best sound so far. Can't compare to any others. No need too these are all you need.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Tony Great! We're glad that you're enjoying your new headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best purchase I have ever made

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

    Excellent product. Very lightweight, comfortable to wear for hours. Noise cancelling is exceptional and music quality too. I use it to study a lot and it has never failed me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MariaJ, that's fantastic to hear! We're absolutely thrilled that your Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones are proving to be such an excellent product for you. We specifically designed them to be very lightweight and comfortable for hours of wear, so it's wonderful to know they're meeting that need, especially during your study sessions. We're also incredibly pleased that you find both the noise canceling and music quality exceptional. It sounds like they're truly helping you focus and enjoy your audio! Thank you for choosing Sony. Best regards, -Dominick Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Headphones

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

    Sound is amazing! The noise cancellation is amazing. I work from home and my office is in the livingroom, sometimes the family comes to watch TV and the sounds get loud. I turn on noise cancellation and im able to take my training, receive zoom calls without interruption. Then when im done with meeting i turn it off and reengage with my family. They are light and not discomforting on your head. I love that they keep a charge almost three to five days, before i charge.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Alexes, thanks for sharing your great experience. We are happy to hear that you like the sound quality, noise canceling, and features 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Incredible!

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

    Excellent headphones! I travel internationally often. Have fallen asleep with these on my head for 9 hours and woke up not feeling any ache nor hearing fatigue. Bass is also incredible!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello CollynL,

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      We're very glad to hear that you’re enjoying the WH-1000XM5 headphones, especially during your travels. It’s great to know they provide you with comfort and incredible sound quality, even during long journeys. We're also delighted that you find the bass incredible! Safe travels, and happy listening!

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Purchase

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

    Great headphones! Just a little too big but sound quality and look are great!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi StephanieV, we're glad you like the sound quality and the design of our industry-leading noise canceling headphones. We appreciate your feedback regarding the size of it. Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Noise cancelling headphones.

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

    Lightweight, quality is great. I bought two pair, one for my daughter and one for myself.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Redcable,

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      We're excited to hear that you're enjoying the lightweight design and great quality of your WH1000XM5 headphones. It’s wonderful to know you chose a pair for both yourself and your daughter—sharing that experience makes it even more special. Thank you for your feedback!

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony XM headphones

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

    Have been the best wireless noise-cancellation headphones I have ever bought.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MiguelV!
      Thank you for your great feedback on the WH-1000XM5 headphones. It is fantastic to know that they’re the best wireless noise-cancellation headphones you’ve ever owned!

      With features like advanced noise-canceling technology, superior sound quality and comfortable design for all-day wear, we’re happy they’re making such a positive impact.

      We appreciate you choosing Sony!
      Warm regards,
      Estefany Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best headphones!

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

    [Employee of bestbuy] Excellent sound, really cool features that give you an experience. Noise control is great

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AlexandriaK, That's 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. -Craig Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great investment in comfort and safety

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

    All around happy with these headphones. I often work driving loud trucks and heavy equipment. While I need to hear alarms, horns or changes in the sound of the machinery the dull roar can become incredibly exhausting. However with these headphones I can adjust how much of the ambient noise I hear so I do not interfere with the safe operation of said equipment. I am also very pleased with the call quality and I am told that I sound much clearer when on the headphones whether or not I'm operating equipment

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Quentin,

      We appreciate the 5-star rating and we're glad you like the comfort, call quality and smart features 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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Pricey investment with a short lifespan!

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

    After a year of use here we are, broken headphones! These are primarily used by a hearing-impaired adult for TV viewing, and initially, they changed the way TV was enjoyed by him. He could hear the program with having to blast his wife with the sound bar volume. These headphone have superb sound quality. The operation might be easy for a younger person but is a little difficult for the older generation (small buttons and having to use an app). However, they seemed like the perfect solution. Until now! These headphones spend their time resting on a table next to the user's chair when not in use. Despite such gentle handling, a significant flaw emerged: the headphones broke at the hinge. This appears to be a widespread issue, as my online research revealed. I'll admit, I haven't reached out to Sony yet, but reading other users post, suggest that seeking a replacement may prove fruitless. Considering the price tag of these headphones, encountering such a fundamental flaw is deeply disappointing. With that said, while the Sony WH-100xm5 headphones offer exceptional performance, their fragility casts a shadow over their overall value proposition. Should you choose to invest in them, be prepared for potential durability issues.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Pokes1972, we are sorry to hear that the headphones broke. This is definitely not the news we'd like to hear from you. We'd love to help you troubleshoot your problem 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.

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

      Sincerely,
      Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Very high quality.

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

    I'm still learning it, but it is amazing quality with the latest technology. I love it. The only thing is at this high price point, you can't get them sweaty. That is the only thing I dislike.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Solji, We're glad that you are enjoying your new headphones. While the WH1000XM5 units don’t have an IPX rating, a simple walk in the park shouldn’t be of concern. For more serious workouts, we suggest our headphones specifically designed for that task. Check out our WF-C500s and the WF-1000XM4s.

      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 5 out of 5 stars

    Headphones

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

    My purchase has been great and the quality is top tier but Best Buy customer service was the star of the show and stellar!! Definitely made me feel appreciated!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for the review, MjW1! We're thrilled to hear that your purchase of the WH-1000XM5 has been great and that you are impressed with the quality. We aim for a top-tier experience, and it is wonderful to know that you feel appreciated by Best Buy's customer service as well.

      The WH-1000XM5 is designed with exceptional features that enhance your listening experience, including advanced noise canceling technology and superior sound quality. If you have any specific questions or need assistance in utilizing any features, feel free to ask!

      Thanks again for choosing Sony!

      Best regards,
      Gus
      Sony Social Media Team Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Headphones, Don't regret!

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

    I love these headphones. Good bass, Good sound, no complaints at all. Invisible mode is fantastic, cell phone call quality is great. ANC has a little to be desired for me, but I think I was expecting too much of the technology. My family plays lullaby music through the house at night and I expected to not be able to hear that through the ANC, but I still can. When consistent audio is playing the sound stage is fantastic and you can't really hear your surroundings, its the quiet moments you can though. Was awesome watching a movie on the airplane with these.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi BrandonB, We're pleased to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality and features of your headphones. Please ensure that noise canceling function is turned on. If you use the noise canceling function, you can enjoy music without being disturbed by ambient noise.

      1. Turn on the headset.
      2. Press the NC/AMB button to change the settings of the noise canceling function.
      Each time the button is pressed, the function switches as follows.

      Ambient Sound Mode: ON; You will hear a notification sound.
      Noise canceling function: ON; You will hear a notification sound.

      Ref: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534715.html
      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.

      Should you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com.

      Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good quality sound

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good quality headphones recommend for music and connect with computer

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi NavneetK, Excellent! Thank you for the kind words and we’re glad you are enjoying your new headphones! Thank you for choosing Sony! Regards, Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing!!

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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 compared to the xm5 was significantly better and I do enjoy the settings on their app better than the xm5. The sound quality is amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi allie, Awesome! We're glad that you are enjoying the ease of using the touch controls, sound quality, nd 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