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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6350 reviews

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  • 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

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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 4 out of 5 stars

    Great sound without outside noise

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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.

    Great sound with adjustable equalization with app. Outside noise diminished greatly. Only thing I miss is voice announcing bluetooth connection, battery level, power off. New model just has beeps, no voice announcements.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Derm, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH-1000XM5! 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 4 out of 5 stars

    5 star hardware. Mediocre sony app.

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

    The hardware is 5 stars!!!!. The only thing that i dont like is the app which only allows you to either have 2 devices connected at the same time like phone and work computer but if u are to go to the gaming pc or some other device you need to remove one and add the other. Intead of just marking what device should be active. Also sometimes you just want one device active. To do that you have to disable the 2 device functionality. Also the buttons are a bit sensitive. Everytime i stretch after training and my arm brushes the headphones something happens.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DanielyD, we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience using the headphones. We are glad that you like the hardware. We're sorry if the Headphones connect app did not meet your expectation. We'll take note of your feedback and pass it to the proper team for the betterment of your product. Thank you again for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best headphones for the gym!!

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

    the absolute best headphones for the gym!! I was better these and the apple headphones but i definitely don’t regret my decision!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KayP, We're thrilled 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great gift

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

    Great gift for my wife, no more crying babies making flights miserable

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

      We are delighted to hear that the WH-1000XM5 headphones have made such a positive difference, especially for your wife's travel experience. It sounds like they were a truly great gift!

      It's rewarding to know that our industry-leading noise canceling technology is providing the peace and quiet needed to make flights enjoyable again, keeping out those distracting sounds. That seamless, distraction-free experience is exactly what we strive for in our design.

      Thank you again for choosing Sony to upgrade your wife's listening experience!

      Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headphones - look no more

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

    I bought these headphones for my daughter and she absolutely loves them! I tried them at the store and confirmed the good reviews. Good buy indeed

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

    Love these

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

    This is my first set of high end over ear headphones and they are worth every penny. Great sound. Connectivity is great. Nice long battery life. The transparency and noise canceling modes are both great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Zachary,
      Thank you for your wonderful review of the WH1000XM5 headphones! We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying your first set of high-end over-ear headphones and finding them worth every penny.

      The WH1000XM5 are designed to deliver exceptional sound quality, seamless connectivity, and impressive battery life, so it's great to know these features are meeting your needs. The transparency and noise-canceling modes are indeed powerful tools, optimizing your listening experience whether you're at home or on the go.

      If you have any further feedback or questions, feel free to reach out.
      Thank you for choosing Sony!
      Gus Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    They sound amazing!

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

    Really good quality, light, amazing sound, the battery lasts a lot of hours.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Marcelo, We're delighted to hear that you like the sound quality, battery life, and features of your 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for music not for calls

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

    Great quality and battery life would prefer that has a better microphone for conference calls

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      That's awesome, Alfr! 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love tgem

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

    Love them so much they’re so comfortable and have amazing sound quality, I used to have the XM4s and I’m so happy with my upgrade. I love the color but i do wish it was a bit more pink

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JazmineV, congratulations on your upgrade! We're immensely pleased to hear you're enjoying the astonishing sound quality, comfortable and beautiful design of the Sony - WH1000XM5. We appreciate you choosing Sony and hope you're loving every minute with your new headphones! Best regards, -Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best head phones i own

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great Noise Cancel. Perfect for air travels. Completely blocks out aircraft noise.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KevinC, Thank you for the amazing review! We're thrilled to hear you like the exceptional noise canceling feature of your Sony WH1000XM5. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Noise cancelling

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

    These headphones are great for noise cancellation especially if you’re traveling on an .

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi SusanD, Amazing! We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying your new headphones. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    DO NOT BUY SONY HEADPHONES!

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

    They sound fine, but there is a known flaw in the engineering of the headphones. After 10 months of use, the hinge randomly cracked, and now the headphones are unusable. This is such a known issue that they have collaborated with another company to repair the headphones at the customer's expense. While online it is allegedly listed for those whose break happens "out of warranty," when you actually seek a warranty repair, they say it constitutes physical damage and is not covered. THEY WILL NOT STAND BEHIND THE PRODUCT OR HONOR THE WARRANTY. Buy literally any other brand- these are not worth it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MaPo, We're sorry to hear about your situation. This is definitely not the experience we wanted you to have. Unfortunately, the limited warranty of your headphones does not cover any kind of accidental or physical damage. 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:
      Case ID :

      -Craig Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony XM5

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

    These are my first Sony headphones and I’m glad I got these!!!!!!!! I especially like the noise cancellation feature the best.

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth the money

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

    I had XM4s and couldn't imagine that it could get any better, but I was wrong. The noise cancelling is immaculate

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Matt, Excellent! 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Comfort & Quality

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

    Amazing sound and build quality. Worth it as I bought it over the apple max pods and it went on sale for $50 less !

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

      Awesome! Thank you for your purchase and we are honored to have customers like you. We're glad to hear that you like the sound and build quality of the Sony 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!

      -David Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent product and service

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

    I had a great experience with this product. The quality exceeded my expectations, delivery was quick, and the customer service was responsive and helpful.

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

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      We're beyond pleased to hear about your great experience with the WH-1000XM5 headphones! It's wonderful to know that the audio quality has exceeded your expectations and that you found both the delivery process and Best Buy customer service responsive and helpful. Your experience motivates us to continue delivering high-quality products.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love them

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

    These work great! The sound is amazing! Highly recommended!

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

      We are delighted to hear you think the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones work great and highly recommend them!

      We are thrilled that you find the sound to be amazing. Delivering exceptional audio quality is paramount to us, and your five-star review and positive comments are greatly appreciated.

      Enjoy your listening experience. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      Regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Music to my ears

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

    Sound quality is amazing, I love how you can go to the next song with just a swipe on the side.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TheMachine11, Great! We're happy to hear that you like the sound quality and features of your new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Look no further

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

    Great option for traveling. Noise canceling works awesome. Definitely recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DanielN, We appreciate your feedback! We're also glad that you're enjoying the WH1000XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headphones

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

    Great noise cancellation. I can barely hear the jet engines when I fly. Very comfortable and beautiful sound quality.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Allan, Amazing! We're glad that you like the noise canceling function 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 Sony_US