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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6165 reviews

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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92%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are enthusiastic about the WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-the-Ear Headphones, highlighting the great sound quality, comfort, and long battery life. Many appreciate the lightweight feel, good bass, snug fit, and sleek design. Some customers mention the lack of foldability, the relatively high price, and occasional connectivity issues, while others feel the volume could be louder.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Top Class ANC Headphones

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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.

    Have had these for 2 years and they're still amazing sounding and noise cancelling headphones. I switch between these and earbuds and I'm amazed every time by how great these headphones are in comparison

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi StevenH, We're glad that you are enjoying your new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, 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.

    Great headphones . Comfort fit. Noise cancelling. Great sound

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TrevorH, Awesome! We're delighted to hear that you like the noise canceling, sound quality, and fit. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good quality.

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Really good quality headphones and the noise cancellation is great. My school library gets very loud at times but when these headphones help me focus on my homework by cancelling out that noise.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KarenD, We're delighted to hear that you are enjoying your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Headphones

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

    Love them! Comfortable and lightweight. Best for traveling with its custom case. Also, great noise canceling.

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

      Hi SurfaceBook3, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new 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:
    Sound quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Connectivity

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good quality but connectivity problems

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

    Its really good quality however i found problems with the connectivity not sure if it was just my headphones or its a general problem

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

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      We're pleased to hear that you appreciate the quality of the WH1000XM5. However, we’re sorry to learn about the connectivity issues you've encountered. This isn’t a typical issue, and we want to help you resolve it as quickly as possible. We recommend reaching out to our support team, as they can collect further details about the connectivity problems and work with you to resolve them as quickly as possible.

      For technical support information, please visit the following link: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones.

      We also encourage you to check out the article linked below: "What Can I Do to Solve a Problem?"
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534602.html.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good headphones

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

    Best sound quality in headphones. They are pretty comfy too

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Chainsawzmanz, Amazing! We're delighted to hear that you love the sound quality and comfort. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony XM5

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

    Great headphones, work amazing! Sound quality is very good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Myles, thank you so much for the fantastic review! We're immensely pleased to hear you're enjoying your new Sony - WH1000XM5 headphones and that the sound quality and performance are hitting the mark for you. Your feedback means a lot us, thank you for choosing Sony! Best regards, -Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony xm5

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

    Amazing sound and noise cancelling, comfortable fit.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi RaphaelE, Thank you for giving the WH1000XM5 a perfect rating! We're glad you like the amazing sound, top notch noise canceling, and comfortable fit of these headphones. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great noise cancelling earphones

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

    Great product. I really like how they block out sound. Sound quality is perfect. I like to use them at night

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

      Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're so happy to hear how much you're loving the WH1000XM5 headphones! Their amazing noise cancelling feature is top-notch and matching it with spectacular sound quality simply make them perfect. Thanks for choosing Sony.
      -Aldair Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best audio quality I've tried yet

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

    The clarity, bass and overall mix of the xm5 is great. Been using them a couple weeks now and they're super comfortable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi James, Excellent choice! We are glad to hear that you are now 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Not worth upgrade from xm4

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

    This product is great and I do think they are one of the best headphones, but you would be way better off getting xm4 for really cheap on sale.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Baphomet, thanks for choosing and purchasing 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headphones.

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

    I love these headphones. They are super comfortable and excellent for working out.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Awesome purchase FatimaF! We are glad to hear that you found your perfect headphones for workouts! 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:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    excellent item and sound with very light design...

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome!

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

    Love these sony headphones! Great sound and very comfortable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JordanH Amazing! We're delighted to hear that you like the sound and comfort. 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 4 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.

    Absolutely love these headphones. They sound better than my older pair of Bose headphones. Just wish they made them with a better material around the ear that had moisture wicking material. I use them when I mow and I tend to sweat and they slide off at times.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Eddybhar, We are really delighted to hear you love the incredible sound quality of your these headphones. We value your opinion and we will forward your feedback about the material to the relevant team for consideration and future improvements. Thanks for sharing your feedback and for choosing Sony! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very Good

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

    Overall very good quality and exactly what you pay for

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

      Thanks for your concise and positive review of the WH-1000XM5 headphones! We're delighted to hear you appreciate their excellent quality and can confirm they're a great investment.

      Thanks for choosing Sony!

      Sincerely,
      Jenn | Sony Social Media Team. Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    GREAT HEADPHONES

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

    GREAT PRODUCT. HIHLY RECOMMEND. BOUGHT THESE FOR MY SON FOR CHRISTMAS HE LOVES THEM. WE ONLY PURCHASE SONY PRODUCTS.

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

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      We couldn’t be happier to hear that the WH1000XM5 headphones made such a wonderful gift for your son. It’s truly rewarding to know that your family continues to trust Sony products, and we appreciate your strong recommendation. Your loyalty means a great deal to us as we strive to deliver quality and enjoyment for every user.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    These are worth every penny

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

    These block out all of the disturbing noise from snoring and screaming baby.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JoelB, thanks for sharing your wonderful experience that truly highlights the Sony - WH1000XM5 headphones' capabilities! The industry-leading noise cancellation is a crucial feature powered by two processors and eight microphones, working together to significantly reduce ambient sound across all frequencies. This remarkable noise suppression creates an unparalleled quiet environment, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the magnificent sound quality of the XM5s. Thank you so much for choosing Sony and enjoy the music! Regards, -Dominick Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great upgrade

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

    Fantastic noise canceling and comfort, can leave on for hours without ear pain

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are enjoying your new headphones IsraelA! 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:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony XM5 > Airpods Max

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

    Amazing! These are just the right headphones for University. Sony's traveling case is slim but very protective. The noise cancelation on these headphones isis out of this world!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ChristopherClod, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new headphones! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl Sony_US