Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/P
- SKU:
- 12017305
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 are enthusiastic about the excellent sound quality of these headphones. They also highly value the incredible comfort, great battery life, light weight, and appealing design.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Sony did a good job with these.
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I'm not really an audiophile, more so an audio snob. I care more about the audio quality of a game, movie, song than most other things. My previous headphones were v-moda crossfade m100s, which still work btw 10 years later. I wanted to move onto wireless headphones as the convenience is great. The active noise canceling is awesome and the sound quality of these headphones is awesome. Sony has always been a great company, imo, and they have always done one thing well with audio, and that is bass. The bass out of these headphones is well done and refined. Not over powering, nor dull. The highs and mids are just as good as the vmodas as well. Good job Sony, these are awesome headphones. Oh! The app with the equalizers and such is great, and the hand gestures and features is really cool.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi StevenG, awesome! We're glad you like our product! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
So happy with purchase!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Super light weight, good audio quality and does a great job at noise-cancelling. I've had these for over a year and I am very satisfied with my purchase.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JessicaM!
Thanks so much for sharing your review with us.
We are thrilled to hear that you’ve been loving your WH-1000XM5 headphones for over a year now. It’s awesome to know they’ve become such a reliable part of your daily routine.
We appreciate you choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Finally Great Noise Cancellation on Airplanes
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.After a very loud and long flight from Texas to Florida woth two misbehaved loud kids in front of me, a screaming crying baby in front and behind me, and my Apple AirPod pro 2’s not doing a great job of cancelling out the noise, I looked into what options there were. These headphones are SOLID. I was on a flight after that experience to Hawaii over the summer and there were plenty of kids on that flight. I forgot kids were around me while watching in flight entertainment and listening to movies. I really love that you can pause the ANC by placing your palm on the right ear cup so you can listen to what’s going on around you or the flight attendant announcements. They were very comfortable on 6 hours of continuous use. One comment is during take off, the loud engines seem to confuse the ANC, but then once you take off ground, it regularizes itself and is good from there on out. They’re pretty pricey, but they’re so worth it. Highly recommend.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi chigaimaging,
Awesome! We're glad to hear that you found the best noise canceling headphones that perfectly suits your needs and expectations. The WH1000XM5 is definitely one of the best travel 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 the recommendation and for choosing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great headset
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very comfortable and high quality headset. I love design of it
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello DarDelen,
Thanks for your review of the WH-1000XM5 headphones!
We're so glad to hear that you find them very comfortable and that you love the design of this headset that is not only high-quality in terms of sound and features but also in its aesthetic and ergonomics.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Sincerely,
Jenn | Sony Social Media Team.
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Connectivity
Noise cancelling is amazing but design has flaws
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I do like these headphones kind of… typically I was wearing air pod pros daily until their latest update where the noise cancellation was emphasizing the wrong sounds cause my overstimulation to get worse. I wear headphones to reduce the sound around me or help me focus on familiar things. I decided to switch to Sony over ear because they had great reviews for noise cancelling and phone calls. Both these features are great and I love that you can personal the sound (ie I can’t handle bass or lower tones and I can customize to balance those). The meh: the fit is weird sometimes it feels like it is squishing my head but when I love they fall off. Very annoying for being active or doing things like cleaning. Connectivity is hit and miss and needs improvement. They connect ok to my phone but if I want to use them I have to have the app in order to get them to connect to another device and when you get a call or alarm it does not play through the head phones just stops the sound. This is very frustrating then when you finally find your phone and click answer you have to go in and change the settings to connect to headset for a call. While I like them because they do help when I need noise canceling i do find them buggy.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Rachel, We're glad that you like the noise canceling function. We'll also take note of your feedback with regards to the fit and connectivity. Sony values the opinions of customers and is always striving to provide the best experience possible. For optimum performance, please ensure the software is updated. Please launch Headphones Connect app to check and verify the software.
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.
For further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com.
Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality, Weight
So much better than the xm4s
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The headphones charge much faster, they sound better, and are lighter than their predecessor. I remember when these first came out and most reviewers were dinging them for not being collapsible. Which always struck me as odd because: why not just wear earbuds if you're concerned about space?
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Consumption, incredible! We're glad you are enjoying our industry-leading noise canceling 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. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
If you have the money for it, I recommended it.
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very high quality headphones. Noise canceling is top notch and with settings that allow noise pass-through if needed. Battery life is massive, where it lasts the entire day and is still above 85%. The included app is also nice and with tons of customizable settings based on your needs. The sound quality is amazing as well. If you have the money for it, I would recommend this headphone.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello CrownBeef,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're delighted to hear that you're enjoying the noise cancellation and versatility of Ambient Sound mode on the WH1000XM5 headphones! ! It's fantastic to know that the extended battery life and customizable settings are surpassing your expectations. Your encouraging feedback on our sound quality and features inspires us to keep raising the bar. Thank you for your recommendation!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
A travel must-have.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones! I travel for work sooooo much. I used to travel with my airpod pro's, but they would die so quickly. These literally last forever, they are super comfortable, and they block out a ton of sound. I highly recommend these.
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Posted .Hi JanisD,
Awesome! We're glad to hear that you love your new Sony headphones. We appreciate the positive feedback regarding the sound quality and comfortable design of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Sony xm5
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sony xm5 have the best sound and noise canceling that I’ve ever seen. They’re comfortable to wear and battery also last a while
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Posted .Hi UnbreakableR, We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying your Sony WH-1000XM5! The combination of top-tier sound quality, noise cancellation, and comfort makes them a great choice. Thanks for sharing your experience and for choosing Sony! Enjoy! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Perfect Headphones on the mid-high end!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sounds great, battery is amazing, looks amazing, light and comfy, I like the touch button on the right side. TURN OFF SPEAK TO CHAT (swipe forward on the right cup twice and the place two finger down for a sec or two and it will tell you it's off).
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JoelH, Amazing! We're delighted to hear that you like the sound, battery life, and features. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Overall Good, Meh Sound Stage
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overall great product, worth it when on sale just unfortunate sound stage where sounds behind and in front sound very similar especially when gaming, though the treble is very responsive so footsteps are very audible, bass is a little muffled but still good. Music sounds amazing. Unfortunate the application to enhance bass, med and treble only works for phones. 4/5 stars overall, 3.5/5 for games
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DanielB!
We are excited to hear you're enjoying your WH-1000XM5 headphones! It's great that you were able to get them on sale and that they're working so well for music.
However, we apologize that you're not completely satisfied with the sound stage for gaming with your headphones. We understand it can be frustrating when sounds in front and behind sound similar. We also appreciate your feedback on the bass and the app's functionality.
We do have a great Inzone H9 Gaming Headset that's specifically designed for gaming and spatial sound. We hope you'll give them a try!
Thank you for considering Sony products and for your feedback!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Battery lifeCons mentioned:Portability
Good but
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had the XM4 and thought this would an upgrade and it was as far as the noise canceling and software, but for the overall fit and also the portability this is where they differ. I tried this in the gym and they would not stay on my head and after a week i realized theses may not be for the gym like the XM4's were. I had them on plane rides and they worked wonders as far as the noise canceling is concerned i could not hear anything for the most part. I had a window seat and i leaned onto the window and they moved which caused me to adjust and due to the flight distance i had to find a position that would work, so the headphones would stay were they were to provide me the peace and quiet that i was looking for. The battery life was terrific as i never had an issue with especially get notified that you need to charge them. Also not folding to be more compact was an issues as well. Overall they are good headphones but with minor things i did not care for. PROS: -software amazing -noise canceling top notch -battery life -very stylish CONS: -not a secure on my head as the X4 -kept sliding off my head when i would transition exercises -not a compact as previous version
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BigLew, glad you like the noise canceling feature, battery and design of your new headphones! We appreciate your feedback regarding the fit and headband of your Sony unit. Please adjust the slider of the headband to get the fit you need. Please check this link for more information:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000539062.html?utm_source=glean
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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound qualityCons mentioned:Portability
Enhanced
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It definitely feels more comfortable than WH-1000XM4, although it can no longer be folded when stored. The noise cancelling is also more superior than the previous one. I had a super noisy neighbor (super annoying) that plays heavy beats overnight and this headphone certainly helps.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ElaineTai, Thank you for the great review! We're glad you like the comfortable fit, industry-leading noise cancellation, and cool new features of your Sony WH1000XM5. Although it cannot be folded like the XM4s, you can still carry your headphones effortlessly in the soft matching case. Take them out and collapse the case for easy storage in a bag.
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! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Best Over The Ear Comfort I Have Experienced
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.If you are looking for the absolute best noise cancellation on the market, look no further. I upgraded from the XM4s, and the WH-1000XM5 is a massive leap forward in both tech and comfort.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DVSNF!
Thanks so much for the awesome review and for being a returning fan of the series.
It brings us great joy to hear that the upgrade to the WH-1000XM5 has been such a big win for you!
We appreciate you choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Comfort
Best Headphones in the Game.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.After a couple weeks of use with my S24 Ultra phone its actually pretty good. The Noise cancelling is a nice feature, though you could still slightly hear sounds when playing music when around really loud construction & commuting in train tunnels. The Bass is neat, well matched with song & not overwhelming, The headphones are very comftable to wear. I highly recommend these headphones. Im actually about to get the ear buds next.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ChefGee,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones. We're thrilled to hear that you've been enjoying the noise-canceling feature and that you've found the bass to be well-balanced and comfortable. We appreciate your feedback regarding the noise-canceling performance in challenging environments.
It's fantastic to know that you're considering our earbuds next! We’re confident that you'll enjoy them just as much.
Thank you for your support and for recommending our products!
Best regards,
Stephanie
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Satisfied customer
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing sound, great bass. The mids are very crisp. Definitely the best headphones I have owned. I also have a pair of the Bose 700's and these are much better.
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Posted .Hi RyanW,
We are thrilled to hear that the WH-1000XM5 has earned the title of the best headphones you have ever owned!
It is wonderful that you are enjoying the specific nuances of the sound signature, from the deep, impactful bass to the crisp clarity of the mids. Our engineers put extensive work into the Integrated Processor V1 and the specially designed 30mm driver unit to ensure every layer of your music is rendered with precision. Hearing that they stand out as a preferred choice for you, even when compared to other premium models on the market, is a testament to the industry-leading noise cancellation and audio fidelity we strive to achieve.
We really appreciate you being part of the Sony family.
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Best headphones ever!!!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones, very comfortable to wear and the sound quality is amazing. The charge last so long too. These are the best on the market!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Deja,
Perfect! We're thrilled that you like the comfort, sound quality, and battery life of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great headset
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love it, great quality and sounds up there. Its comformtable, touch control responds well. When you speak or someone nearby, it pauses music and gets out of Noise canceling, allowing you to have a conversation.
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Posted .Hi MinK,
Thank you for your feedback regarding the WH-1000XM5 headphones. We are delighted that you love the great quality, sound, comfort, and the convenient Speak-to-Chat feature, which automatically pauses music and adjusts noise canceling when you speak.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Best noise canceling headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Theyre super comfortable very modern still worth every penny when on sale
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Posted .Hi Fofofun,
We are glad to hear that you are finding the WH-1000XM5 so comfortable! We take great pride in our modern design and are happy to know that the sound quality and features continue to provide great value for you.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rockin on at Best Buy
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These sound so awesome !!! Exactly how I wanted them to sound like. Perfect for my taste. The sales person was great as well. Thank you Best Buy. You guys are Legit and I will make sure to tell my friends and family about my experience. Keep rocking it Best Buy !!!!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, Dantheman!
We are thrilled to hear the WH-1000XM5 sounds exactly how you wanted! There’s nothing better than finding that perfect fit for your taste! We also appreciate the shout-out to the team at Best Buy, it’s awesome to know you had such a legit experience from start to finish.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team