Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/P
- SKU:
- 11920642
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 love the WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones for their terrific sound quality and comfortable design. The headphones are also lightweight and have a long battery life. Overall, customers seem very satisfied with these headphones.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
It's LIT
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.MY FAVORITE HEADPHONES EVER! Run with the bulls or walk with the pedestrians
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Perfect, SLeezy! We're glad that you are enjoying your new Sony XM5 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
Present
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Grandson's birthday present and he loved them thank you
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KathleenaL, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product! We're glad your grandson loves 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Amazing headphones!
|Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones 10/10 recommend. Would recommend to a friend/pho!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Good day, blxz!
That's good news! We're glad that you are satisfied with the over-all quality of our Sony - WH1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-the-Ear 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 your recommendation and for choosing Sony! - Marco
Excellent sound
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome i love it. Nice to be a gift for someone. I do recommend to others
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JeniferD, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're so glad to hear that you love the excellent sound quality of the Sony XM5. 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 thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Sony headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good very satisfied with this headphones for my daughter
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi HazaelM, Amazing! We're pleased to hear that you are satisfied with your purchase. 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
Best headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Exelent produt I just loved. I used on my every day ,
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Reyna, Amazing! 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
Love them
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They work great. Shut off automatically when you talk, I love the features.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jsin, we're glad you are enjoying our product! 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
Great buy, my daughter loves them.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Works great, still functions wirh very bad wifi and some water drops.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PazM, Amazing! 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
mid on god fr fr
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.bought them for a gift idk about problems or anything for me they're okay
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PavloB, 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
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The cancel noise is not what I was expecting, by the reviews that I read I did expect much better quality, but it does what I need
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ronaldo, We're sorry if the noise canceling function did not meet your expectations. The effect of noise canceling is not sufficient.
Make sure the noise canceling function is turned on.
Adjust the headset into a comfortable position.
The noise canceling function is effective in low frequency ranges such as airplanes, trains, offices, near air-conditioning, and is not as effective for higher frequencies, such as human voices.
When the Adaptive Sound Control on the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app is turned on, the wearer's actions, like walking or running, are detected. The noise canceling function is automatically adjusted and the Ambient Sound Mode may be activated according to these actions.
To make the most of the noise canceling function, turn off the Adaptive Sound Control, and try to turn on the noise canceling function manually when you need it.
With the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app, check the setting of [Ambient Sound Control]. If it is set to [Ambient Sound], the effect of noise canceling is reduced. Set it to the noise canceling mode.
Check with the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app whether the function of the NC/AMB button is set to [Ambient Sound Control].
Because the noise canceling performance is automatically optimized by the Auto NC Optimizer function according to changes in the wearing condition and usage environment, you may notice fluctuations in the noise canceling effect.
If this does not help, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
Name:
Username:
Model Number:
Issue:
Telephone Number:
Sincerely, Erin
Manager
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.1-Star Review for Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Silver I recently purchased the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones, expecting a premium experience given their price and positive reviews. Unfortunately, my experience has been far from satisfactory. First and foremost, the noise-canceling feature, which was a significant selling point for me, is underwhelming. Despite the advanced technology touted by Sony, I can still hear background noises, especially in louder environments like airplanes or busy streets. This is a major letdown considering these are marketed as top-tier noise-canceling headphones. The build quality is another issue. While they look sleek, the headphones feel surprisingly flimsy. After just a few weeks of careful use, I’ve noticed the headband creaking and the ear cups not fitting as snugly as they did initially. This raises serious concerns about their durability. Comfort is also lacking. The ear pads, although soft, become uncomfortably warm after extended use, and the overall fit feels too tight, leading to discomfort during longer listening sessions. I’ve tried adjusting them multiple times, but nothing seems to alleviate the pressure on my ears. Battery life was advertised as excellent, but I’ve found it to be inconsistent. Some days, I barely get through a workday before needing to recharge, despite moderate usage. This inconsistency is frustrating and not what I expected from a premium product. Lastly, the sound quality is decent but not exceptional. For the high price tag, I anticipated a richer, more immersive audio experience. Instead, the sound feels flat, and the bass is often overpowering, drowning out the mids and highs. Overall, the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones have been a significant disappointment. Given their high price, I expected a product that excels in all areas, but these headphones fall short in noise-canceling, build quality, comfort, battery life, and sound quality. I would not recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and high-performing pair of wireless headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MalatiP, we regret to hear that the headphones did not meet your expectations. This is definitely not the experience we'd like you to have. Sony values the opinions of customers and is always striving to make Sony better.
We do have troubleshooting steps for audio and noise canceling related concerns. For optimum performance, please ensure the software is updated with 2.1.0 version. You can check and perform the update if needed via Sony | Headphones Connect app.
If Noise Canceling effect is weak or not working, please check this troubleshooting article:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00267838
For Sound related concerns, please check the Help Guide:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/index.html
If this does not help, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
Name:
Username:
Model Number:
Issue:
Telephone Number:
Sincerely,
Erin
Nice headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones but all the warnings make me a bit hesitant to use anywhere near rain or water
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ColeG, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review of your new Sony WH1000XM5! We appreciate your concern about the waterproof performance of the headset. Please note: The headset is not waterproof. If water or foreign matter enters the headset, this can result in burnout or malfunction. We recommend checking out the guidelines on this link to prevent the headphones from burning or malfunction due to getting wet: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000558776.html. Hope this helps and thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Excellent headphone
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is a gift for my daughter. She likes it very much. She even took it with her during her Hawaii trip.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Yimin, Awesome! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying 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
Great headphones.
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Feels like the music could have stronger range, but the call quality is astounding. Best in class.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MichaelS, We appreciate your feedback and thank you for sharing your awesome experience. We are thrilled to hear that your new Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones are the best for you. With our WH-1000XM5 headphones, you can enjoy magnificent sound quality which is engineered to perfection and have a battery life that can last up to 30 hours with quick charging (3 min charge for 3 hours of playback). With 8 total microphones, these headphones are our biggest step forward in noise canceling technology. For everyday convenience, just Speak-to-Chat and Quick Attention mode stop your music and let in ambient sound. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! -Craig
Sony wireless headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought this for my son , order online and pick up at store with in hour
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi 2c2believe, We're happy to hear that your son likes 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
Not bad!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones little on the expensive side, but overall quality
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi David,
Thank you for the purchase! We're glad to hear that you like the quality of the headphones. We appreciate the review and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
Perfect gift
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Conversation mode is a life saver. Compares with Bose 700.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AngelXD, We're glad that you like these 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
Purchased
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased these a couple months ago and they are still going good
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Luiz, Excellent! We're glad that you are happy with your purchase. 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 XM5
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product!! Excellent price. Better than the Apple headphones…
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ApolloO, Excellent choice! We are 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good choice for a noise cancellation advocate
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality almost as comparable to Apple AirPods Pro. Noise cancellation was 8/10.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LucasT, We appreciate your feedback. You can still personalize your listening experience by adjusting the Equalizer from the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app. If the effect of noise canceling is not sufficient, you can follow the guide from this link to isolate the issue: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534745.html. Despite your concern, we are happy that you still like your headphones. With our WH-1000XM5 headphones, you can enjoy magnificent sound quality which is engineered to perfection and have a battery life that can last up to 30 hours with quick charging (3 min charge for 3 hours of playback). With 8 total microphones, these headphones are our biggest step forward in noise canceling technology. For everyday convenience, just Speak-to-Chat and Quick Attention mode stop your music and let in ambient sound. Should you need further assistance, you can email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent