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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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  • Rated 4 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.

    Really happy with the overall quality & design of them. GOOD: -extremely comfortable -quality materials -great battery life -app to customize to your preference of audio & other content featured such as noise cancellation or ambient audio -audio is amazing.. BAD: -case that comes with them doesn’t have anything to secure the section where the charger would be held -case doesn’t feel sturdy however it gets the job done Overall, I have to say that for the price these headphones offer you exactly what you’re looking for.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Trapicasso, Thanks very much for your balanced and fair review of the WH1000XM5. We're very pleased to hear that you like the overall quality, design, comfortable fit, excellent battery life, amazing sound quality, and a variety of presets and custom features using the Sony | Headphones Connect App. We have noted your input about the carrying case and will be sure to forward this feedback to the appropriate department. If you have any specific suggestions or features you'd like to see, feel free to share them with us. Your insights are important to us as we work to meet and exceed your expectations. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Headphones

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

    These headphones are absolutely incredible! The noise cancellation works better than expected. Expect high-quality headphones. Also, the battery life is excellent.

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

      Thanks for the 5-star rating! We couldn't be more pleased to hear how much you're enjoying the XM5 headphones! Noise cancelling and battery life are game changer on this advanced piece of tech. We hope you continue to have amazing moments with them.
      Thanks for choosing Sony.
      -Eliab Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    HIGHLY RECOMMEND

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

    These are by far the best headphones I've ever put on my head and I love the custom equalizer they have

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

      That's very nice to hear! We're glad that you love the equalizer 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. We appreciate the recommendation and thank you for choosing Sony!

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headphones

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

    Amazing headphones, music is a completely different experience with them and battery life lasts amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JennP, Great! We're delighted to hear that you like the sound quality and battery life. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony XM5

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

    Product is great I love it. SOund Quality is Amazing

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Varun, we're glad you love the sound quality of our product. Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A Neurospicy Person's Best Friend

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

    With or without the app, noise around me disappears almost entirely. Adding music to the mix and I can relax, unwind, and not worry about getting too overstimulated. Excellent for those who can get easily overstimulated with excessive/complex/loud noises.

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great but expensive

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

    Fantastic headphones with great sound and noise cancellation. Very expensive though.

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

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Review for Headphones

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

    Good headphones but if you have glasses, might be hard to get the perfect noise cancellation. other than that no complaints.

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

      Thank you very much for the 4-star review! We are honored to hear you find the WH-1000XM5 to be great headphones and that you have no other complaints about the overall experience.

      We sincerely appreciate your detailed feedback regarding wearing the headphones with glasses. We often recommend making sure to run the Noise Cancelling Optimizer feature in the Sony | Headphones Connect app while wearing your glasses, as this can help the headphones adapt the ANC to the slight difference in fit.

      We really appreciate you choosing Sony!

      Best regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Review

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

    [Employee of bestbuy] Amazing headphones, sound great, connectivity is good, only thing is they get uncomfortable to wear after a while

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello CesarG,
      Thank you for your feedback and we're glad that you are pleased with the sound quality and awesome connectivity of our WH1000XM5. If you wearing the headphone for a long period of time makes you feel uncomfortable, you may need to limit your headphone usage to avoid this. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    From XM3, nice upgrade

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

    Solid upgrade from the XM3 and still maintained my favorite features for long haul travel.

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

      You made the right choice upgrading to the Sony WH1000XM5! We're thrilled that these headphones are perfect for your travels. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great sound

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

    Great sound. Not good for heavy exercise or on a hot day because headphones are not waterproof. They would do well during winter and fall when temperatures are lower.

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

      Thank you for the review and we're glad to hear that you like the sound quality of the headphones. They can still be used while doing light exercises. 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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Headphone

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

    The battery lasts a while you really don't have to charge it that often I can get sweaty during a workout and it can get annoying

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Seanlash, we're glad you are enjoying the battery of your new headphones! We appreciate your feedback regarding the earpads. The headset is not waterproof. If the headset is charged while it is wet with rain or sweat, etc., this can result in burnout or malfunction. Please follow this link for more information:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000558776.html

      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:

      Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid Gift!

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

    Purchased for my daughter--she wears them ALL the time. She says they sound great and are really comfortable!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Dadof3inGA,

      Thank you for the wonderful 5-star review! We feel privileged to hear that your daughter loves her WH-1000XM5 headphones. It's fantastic that she finds them comfortable enough to wear all the time and that she's enjoying the great sound quality. We designed these headphones for both superior audio and long-lasting comfort, so her feedback is a great testament to that.

      We hope she continues to enjoy her music for years to come!

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      Best regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sound and quality

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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] These headphines were purchased as gift. They have great boise canceling. Great product dirnthe price

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      That's awesome, 1nOnly! We're glad that you like 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

  • 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.

    These headphones work great! They have great sound and are perfect for the gym.

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

      Thank you for the purchase! We're glad to hear you like the sound of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Superior sound

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

    Excellent sound quality - well worth every penny! Better than my previous Bose!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KathleenS, We are thrilled to know that you like the sound quality of your Sony WH1000XM5 wireless noise canceling headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Customer

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

    WOW!!! outstanding performance. Cant ask for a better set of noise canceling Headphones

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MarkA, Amazing! We're thrilled to hear that you like the noise canceling and overall performance of your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love the quality

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

    Best noice canceling headset I have had. Cant wait to get the next gen thou

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

      That is fantastic to hear! We are absolutely thrilled that you consider the WH-1000XM5 to be the best noise-canceling headset you have ever owned!

      That level of sound isolation is exactly what our engineering team strives for. Your enthusiasm for the current model, and for the future of our line, is the best compliment we can receive.

      Thank you so much for choosing Sony!

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

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love these 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.

    The best headphones ever. Love the noise canceling. I use the for work and gaming!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello AshleyJ!
      It's a truly pleasure to hear you feel the WH-1000XM5 are the best headphones, especially since you are getting great use out of the noise canceling for both your work and gaming needs.

      We appreciate you choosing Sony!
      Best regards,
      Estefany Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The BEST of the BEST

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

    Best headphones on the market! These noise cancelling headphones are so comfortable and soothing. These can help with anxiety or motivate one to accomplish all of their tasks with the amazing noise cancellation feature. I cannot recommend enough!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AlfonsoG, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that the noise-cancelling features of your Sony XM5 headphones enhance your daily experience and keep you motivated. We truly appreciate your recommendation and your choice of Sony! Enjoy your headphones! -Maria Sony_US