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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6429 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 are pleased with the impeccable sound quality, comfort, and amazing battery life. They also appreciate the lightweight design, good bass, snug fit, and decent active noise cancellation. However, some customers find the product to be a bit pricey and note that its portability could be improved. Additionally, concerns have been raised regarding inconsistent connectivity and the maximum volume level.

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The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fabulous

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

    My daughter wanted these for a couple years and they are everything she thought they would be.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Thank you for the review, StacypS! We are so glad to hear the WH-1000XM5 headphones lived up to all of your daughter's expectations after waiting for them for a couple of years! They are packed with our best noise cancellation and premium sound quality, so it is awesome to know they are delivering everything she thought they would be. Thank you for choosing Sony! Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Comfort
    Cons mentioned:
    Volume

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Pretty Decent

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

    Not as loud as i would want them to be but are comfortable and have a long battery with fast charge

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi NathanielD, Thank you for your feedback. We're glad that you like the comfort and fast charge. We're also sorry if the loudness did not meet your expectations. For low sound level, please try the following:

      Turn up the volume of the headset and the connected device.
      Connect the Bluetooth device to the headset once again.
      Reset the headset.
      Initialize the headset, and pair the headset and the device again.
      Ref: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534511.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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Headphones

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

    Amazing product extremely happy with it!! Flawless quality best set of headphones I've owned!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi TeresaO,

      That's wonderful to hear! We are absolutely thrilled you are so happy with the flawless quality of your WH-1000XM5 headphones and consider them the best set you've owned. Thanks for choosing Sony.

      Best regards, Eliab Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Must buy headphones

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

    Quality headphones, upgraded from the XM3. I can wear these for hours and not have any pain on my head. Sound quality is good as well, bass is great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Stanley, Awesome! 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

    Really Great Headphones

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

    I truly love the lightweight design… The sound quality is extraordinarily great The features are top notch I highly recommend for the price

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi AnthonyS, We're glad that you love the design, features, 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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Really good sounding

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Upgraded from the last model. Sounds great. Noise cancelling on planes is great

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hello Dxdaytripperxt,

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      We’re honored to hear that your upgrade to the WH1000XM5 headphones has enhanced your listening experience, particularly with noise cancelling during flights. Your feedback reinforces our commitment to delivering advanced audio technology and comfort for our users. Thank you for taking the time to share your impressions.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Connectivity
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good but...

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

    [Employee of bestbuy] Nice ANC headphones, but only woth it if on sale. When usong with iphone i had some connectivity issues

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Zoewgs,
      Thank you for your time writing this review! While we are glad you like your WH1000XM5 noise canceling headphones, we're sorry to hear that you are having issues when connected to your iPhone. Let's work together and resolved the issue.

      Here are some troubleshooting steps you can try:
      Ensure that the headphones software is updated as it includes key features, applications, bug fixes, and feature improvements.
      Set the headset to “Priority on stable connection”.
      Remove any obstacles between the iPhone and headphones.
      If you are enjoying music with your smartphone, the situation may be improved by closing unnecessary apps or restarting your smartphone. If you are enjoying music with your computer, close unnecessary applications or windows and restart the computer.
      Connect the headset and the Bluetooth device once again.
      Turning off [Service Link] on the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app may reduce the amount of audio dropout.
      Reset the headset.
      Initialize the headset, and pair the headset and the device again.
      For reference:
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534702.html

      May we contact you to help? If so, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com:
      Name:
      Best Buy Username:
      Telephone Number:
      Model Number:
      Issue:

      We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope to speak to you to resolve this matter. - Kris Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Sound Quality

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

    These haedphones are the truth! They have amazing sound quality its like being in the middle of the movie, vidoe, or song you are playing. When playing a movie you can hear the ancillary background conversations on the movie. I kept thinking someone was in the room with me! The noise canceling feature is top notch, i recently took a 4 hour flight abd had a screaming baby about 4 rows behind me. I poped on my headphones, started a movie and voila no more screaming baby!! Worth every penny for me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi TXGirl0703,
      Thank you so much for sharing your great experience with us! We're really happy you are enjoying the amazing sound quality and noise canceling 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. Thank you for choosing SONY! - Kris Sony_US

  • Cons mentioned:
    Connectivity, Portability

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Mid step

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

    Small spec bump form the previous year if there is a sale I would grab them. I had connection issues and they do not fold up.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hello BenjaminT,

      Thank you for considering Sony products.

      We're truly sorry to hear you're running into frustrating connection issues with your WH-1000XM5 headphones. That's certainly not the experience we want you to have, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback on the design. We will make sure to pass those comments directly to our product team.

      To get your connection fixed right away, the best next step is to speak with our specialized headphone support team. They're equipped to give you personal assistance and apply their expertise to quickly troubleshoot this issue and get your headphones working flawlessly.

      Please contact them directly here:
      https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones

      We look forward to helping you get back to a seamless listening experience.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Headphones

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

    Excellent headphones! Very clear sound, no noise. Very comfortable!! The best I have ever had!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thanks for the perfect rating, BLMBLovetoCompute! 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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Headphones

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

    Excellent Set to have To Listen With On T V For Great Sound

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MrhenryclayL,
      Thanks for your feedback!
      It is truly wonderful to know that you are having such a great time using these WH-1000XM5 to listen to your TV.

      We appreciate you choosing Sony!
      Best regards,
      Estefany Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth every penny

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

    I wear these things 8-12 hours a day between work and gym and they are phenomenal being able to drown out noise or let it in whenever i want is perfect for my job in machining and perfect for backround noise at the gym. The sound quality is also great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi User1834,

      You made the right choice! We're thrilled that you like the battery life, noise canceling function, and sound quality of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Headphones

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

    Really great headphones. Very light which is great for long sessions and the noise canceling feature is great. App isn't as simple to navigate as I'd like it to be.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Nick, We're pleased to hear that you like the noise canceling function of your 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:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Christmas gift ever

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

    The sound , the comfort in wearing these are thee best and I have owned a pair of Beats.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Applelover, We are happy to hear that the Sony WH1000XM5 wireless noise canceling headphones are the best Christmas gift ever for you. Thank you for the feedback. Enjoy! Vincent Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Headphones

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

    Great head phone connections features and daily usage., I rate it 9 out 10 . If they were louder it would be a 10 out of 10.

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

      We are so glad to hear that you are enjoying the daily usage and great connection features of your headphones! We appreciate your 9 out of 10 rating and your valuable feedback regarding the volume levels.

      Thanks for choosing Sony.

      Best regards,
      Eliab Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product and great service

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

    Great headphones, really worked well. I will never travel again without noise canceling headphones- they made that much of a difference. Also thanks to the Best Buy staff for helping me pick the perfect pair.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi, JoW1, Thanks for the great review and the 5-star rating! We are delighted to hear you are enjoying your Sony headphones and its comfortable, modern and lightweight design! Do not forget to download the Sony Sound Connect app to explore all the features and options included!

      Thanks for choosing Sony, have a wonderful day!
      -DiegoV Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth it

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

    Amazing sound love you can control eq settings and work great even with apple

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

      We are honored to hear that you think the WH-1000XM5 headphones have amazing sound! We are glad that you love the ability to control the equalizer settings and that they work great, even when paired with your Apple devices.

      Thank you for trusting Sony!

      Regards,
      Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good headphone plz buy

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    BRO, i love these things so much, they look cool, they are so comfy, and they sound great

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JoshS, This is great! We're pleased to hear that you're enjoying your new headphones. Thank you for your feedback and for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    the best choice for excellent performance in my st

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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.

    These headphones are excellent, proof of any distraction, they are comfortable and of great quality!!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Lilian, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH1000XM5 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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic sound quality and comfort

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

    Outstanding sound quality and battery life. Haven’t found better quality before or since.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JackS, Great! We're delighted to hear that you like the sound, battery life, and overall quality. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US