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 value the product's exceptional sound quality, comfortable design, and long-lasting battery. While users appreciate the lightweight feel, solid fit, and adequate Active Noise Cancellation, some find the product less portable and a bit expensive. Others have noted occasional connectivity issues and that the maximum volume could be higher.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Cons mentioned:Connectivity
Skip Sony - go for Bose
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I regret this purchase each time I hop on a Teams call. They were originally purchased to replace my older Bose headphones, which has a weak battery. But all I hear is the noise around me, and it won't sit well on my head. I had high expectations for the Sonys, but the noise cancellation feature is far from spectacular - especially at this price point. It's also a pain to connect with Bluetooth and takes more time to charge. Back to the Bose. I've learned my lesson. Never again.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi tigershep,
We sincerely apologize that the WH-1000XM5 headphones have not met your expectations, particularly regarding their fit and performance during Teams calls. The issue of hearing excessive noise during calls is common when conferencing apps force the headphones into a lower-quality Bluetooth mode (HFP); we recommend manually checking your PC's sound settings to ensure the "Headset (WH-1000XM5 Hands-Free)" profile is selected before joining a call. Regarding the fit, ensure you gently adjust the headband sliders so the earcups achieve a complete seal around your ears, as this is crucial for optimal noise cancellation performance.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Excellent , the best in the market
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have the Airpods Pro and others from Soundcore. Nothing compared to these ones. The noise cancellation is better. Lightweight and able to control audio with single taps is an advantage.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dragoneyes, Great! We're glad that you're 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
Review of Sony Noise cancelling headphones.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these for a trip to Europe. They cut the engine noise on the 12 hour flights by about 80 percent. For an extra $100 I'm sure the next step up would cut more. But these are fine.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DanC!
We are immensely pleased to hear your experience with the WH-1000XM5 headphones on your long flights.
Their noise cancelling is designed to reduce loud sounds like engine noise so you can travel in peace and listen comfortably to music, movies or podcasts.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great noise cancellation!
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The noise cancellation is superb on these !! Extremely comfortable. Would not recommend for daily use but more for studying or traveling.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SebastianS, Amazing! We're very pleased to hear you appreciate the superb noise canceling feature and comfortable fit of your Sony WH1000XM5. These headphones feature a lightweight design, super-soft, pressure-relieving earpads foamed urethane that evenly distributes pressure. Additionally, it has an adjustable slider (left and right) to ensure comfortable fit for long period of time. The step-less slider, seamless swivel and hanger, and silent joints, make it a pleasure to wear. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
"Auto" features need work. Connection issues
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really want to like these headphones but there are some major issues that cannot be looked past. I primarily use these for work as I work alone around woodworking machinery all day. I previously had the Bose quitecomfort 35s for 6yrs and loved them but when they eventually wore out, research led me to try these out. Needless to say, due to the machinery the noise cancelling abilities were my primary concern The good: The sound quality is great, they are very comfortable for extended wear, the app is easy to use and control the headphones The irritating: The noise cancelling ability unfortunately did not meet that of the Bose quitecomfort 35s, don't get me wron it works pretty good, but just not as good which was disappointing. The "auto" features are an absolute annoyance and Inded up turning it off. It would detect I wasn't wearing the headphones even when I was. Constantly having to go back to my phone while I'm working to connect them again. The hand swipe features are cool but they are so sensitive that additionally while I worked it was constantly changing the volume or song when I never intended to. Like it reacts to ANYTHING touching them, not just your hands. The strech strap from my respirator would activate it. The BAD: Not sure if they purposley made the headphones not work right for samsung but, it a huge thing for me. I often work 12-15 hrs a day, take care of the kids and normally am not able to have any time to myself or watch a show until around 10 p.m. obviously, I use the headphones as to not wake anyone in the house up. Unfortunately, for whatever reason the headphones do not time up with the tv and play the sound in an insane reverb/crazy feedback. Its hard to explain but it sounds like its using the sound from the tv to communicate in morse code. I have up to date smart TV and have NEVER had an issue with ANY of my other bluetooth headphones on all of our TVs, and wouldn't you know it. The headphones do it on ALL 3 of our samsung TVs. So, to me to make a product that isnt compatible with the most popular brand of electronics is a HUGE foul. Overall, they sound great when they're working properly and the auto features arent doing whatever. To me they are VERY MEH. Ill have to just go back to the Bose 35s, theyre better than their newest models as well.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Gearhead485, While we're glad that you like the sound, ease of using the app and comfortable to use, we regret that the noise canceling function did not meet your expectations and not working properly with your Samsung. This is definitely not the experience we'd like you to have. Sony values the opinions of customers and is always striving to provide the best experience possible. With that said, we'd love to help you troubleshoot your problem and turn this into a better experience.
First, please ensure that the software installed is updated with version 2.1.0. If the effect of noise canceling is not sufficient, please also try the following:
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.
Ref: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534745.html
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00267839
For other issues you've encountered, we also recommend resetting/initializing the headphones and check if the issue is resolve.
I hope this helps but if you still need assistance, do not hesitate to drop us an email at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Sincerely,
Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
GOOD HEADPHONES
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Lightweight. Good size. Good Noise cancelling. Needs app improvement though.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DorR, Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're glad you are happy with your new headphones. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best Headphones Ever, just wish water resistant
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The ones I was waiting for. I didn't think they were coming until August. My Bose 700 were stolen and so I wound up getting these and have to say, the Sony are better in sound isolation, sound quality using Tidal (3d audio, eq) and they cancel out everything! The hand over the right ear to amplify the outside world for you hear is an amazing touch. I use these for remote working all over town. I'm always in my headphones but can let in people as I want. A blessing for my social anxiety. The only spot that Bose has these beat is on the device switching. This may be a familiarity thing at this point. TBD
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DevKore, while we're sadden to hear that your previous headphones were stolen, we are glad that you like the sound quality, noise canceling function, and features of 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:Comfort, Sound quality
A must buy!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing Had the XM4s, these are way better! The old ones used to make my ears uncomfortable after a few hours, dont have the same problem with these! 5 stars!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello danzr, We appreciate your feedback and we are glad that you like your new Sony WH1000XM5 wireless noise canceling headphoes. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy your music! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Volume
Excellent
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent noise cancelling, they are Sony so quality is outstanding. The only thing that I didn’t like was that the volume even adjusted to maximum levels was quieter than my XM4’s
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dave, Amazing! We're glad that you like the noise canceling 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Sony WH1000XM5
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very comfortable, great noise canceling and sound quality. Water resistance makes them great for the gym. Had the XM4's but these are a noticeable improvement on an already great pair of cans!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi 2FakeHipsDontLie, Great! 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Best Headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Really comfortable, love the noise canceling and the shape of them, would definitely buy again!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JairR, this is great! We're also glad that you like the features of your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony headphones amazing!!!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So far this headphones have been amazing... My son enjoys useing them everyday when he works out and also the hand gestures that you can wave your hand over the right side of the headphone makes it lot real easy instead of clicking on your phone or pushing the button... I would definitely recommend to anybody that works out and wants noise cancellation to stay focused...
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Posted .Hi MiguelG,
Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s awesome to hear the WH1000XM5 headphones are making workouts more enjoyable for your son. Thank you for recommending and choosing Sony! Enjoy! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Sony WH1000XM5 Review
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very comfortable fit with good acoustic and noise canceling quality.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Roku, That's fantastic to hear! We're thrilled that your Sony XM5 headphones fit you perfectly and that you're enjoying their incredible sound quality and noise-cancelling features. Thank you for choosing Sony! Enjoy your listening experience! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound is amazing! And shipping was fast and convenient. Highly recommend
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello YobiH,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re elated to hear that you’re enjoying the amazing sound quality of the WH-1000XM5 headphones and that the shipping experience was fast and convenient. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re glad to have contributed to your positive experience.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Best headphones ive had so far
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The xm5 are very comfortable even over extended time of use. They also have an amazing noise canceling feature that i use constantly would definitely recommend checking out
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BrownMagic, We're glad that you are enjoying the noise canceling and features of 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
Good buy
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound Robust frame and sleek design Highly recommend
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Posted .Hi DavidS, Thanks for the review. We're thrilled you’re enjoying the WH1000XM5 headphones with their excellent sound, robust frame, and sleek design. We truly appreciate your recommendation and your choice of Sony! Enjoy! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Headphone
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It is an incredible product. Very good sound and battery
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MartinB,
Very nice! We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality and battery of the headphones.Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Good product
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound, battery lasts long.comfort fit on the ears.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Curl,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're so glad to hear that you're enjoying the great sound quality, long battery life, and comfortable fit of your Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones. We hope they continue to bring you an exceptional listening experience, just as we aim to deliver with all our products.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Maria
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Awesome Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are reaaly great at blocking out sound and allowing sound through, whichever is need depending on the situation. They are also very comfortable and have great sound quality.
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Posted .Hi Edgar, Awesome! We're are glad that you like the sound quality. comfort, and 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
Awesome!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are easily the best headphones I have ever owned. Better than beats!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello JuliaB,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It brings us great joy to hear that the WH1000XM5 headphones have become your favorite and that they stand out so strongly compared to other brands. We designed them to provide exceptional sound quality and comfort, and it’s wonderful to know they are making a positive difference in your listening experience.
Best regards,
-Fred