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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6151 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:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best over-the-ear headphones to exist

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

    Love everything about it. Only complaint is that it isnt completely sweat proof. However, i hit the gym 3-5x a week with low-medium sweat, and i havent had any issues. Every now and then, i pat dry the ear muffs in the bathroom but thats worth the little effort needed to sustain these bad boys. Mic quality is phenomenal. Battery life is great. Features including ANC are unique and very useful for day-to-day users. 10/10 purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AlexanderNabua, We're glad that you are enjoying your new headphones. Sony takes into consideration all feedback to improve the performance and quality of our products and services. We're always looking to make Sony better. We appreciate your time sharing this feedback. 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:
    Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Overall great

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

    Great comfort, sound quality is good, great battery life, great playback controls

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi HansM, Amazing! We're delighted to hear that you like the comfort, sound quality, battery life, and controls. 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:
    Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    good quality

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

    excellent sound quality, very comfortable in ear ,battery lasts long time ,worth it

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

      Hi newbuyer,

      Awesome! Thank you for reaching out to us today! We're always happy to hear from you. We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality, battery performance, and comfortable design of the 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!

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MY NEW HEADPHONE

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

    Great sound and a long battery life. Very comfortable.

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    love these

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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.

    I loved these headphones while testing them out on location. I have been contemplating buying these for a while and was waiting for a sale to purchase it. I got tired of using my airpods and they would pop out of my ears quite often. I like the feel of the over the ear headphones. I also enjoy the ambient change in different environments. Good investment.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MayC, Great! 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:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best headphones ever

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

    The noise cancel is an excellent feature, I use them the whole day and never bother me up. It can cancel people talking right behind you. The quality of sound is amazing and also includes the cable to connect them when you don't have battery. Normally I used them 2 days without charge them. it is important ajust them well in your head and ears to help the noise cancelling

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

      Thank you for reaching out to us today! We're always happy to hear from you. We're glad to hear that you like the noise canceling and battery performance of the 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! .

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Buy These ASAP

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

    I didn’t think there was going to be much of an improvement from the xm4’s to the xm5’s but I am pleasantly surprised by these. They sit on my head snug and the ear cups are some of the most comfortable I have used yet. Overall sound quality and noise canceling is next level. I’ll be interested to see just how sony is going to try to improve to the 6’s

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DDOS, Amazing! We're glad that you like the sound quality and noise canceling function 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. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Xm5s are better than i thought

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

    I really enjoy the color and the sound profile, i upgraded from xm3 and the noise cancelling is noticeably different. the added drivers help the sound be more clear and distinct. bass is stronger but not overwhelmingly so, i just don’t like the fold out method for the 5s, they fold outward looking and sit on my clavicle uncomfortably, i also worry about the hinges since i’ve seen a lot of people mention that, but so far so good. i probably will get the xm6s but the only thing holding me back is the colors. :)

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

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      We're very glad to hear that you're enjoying the color and sound profile of your new WH1000XM5 headphones. It’s great to know that you’ve noticed the improvements in noise cancelling and sound clarity! We appreciate your feedback regarding the fold-out design and your concerns about the hinges; we always value input from our customers as it helps us improve our products. We're excited to hear that you're considering the WH1000XM6! We’ll definitely take your feedback on colors into account.

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Headphones

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

    They are awesome. I can listen to podcast while mowing the yard. I wear glasses and they still seal up for the automatic noise cancelation to work.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for the fantastic review, RoyB!

      We are thrilled to hear that you think your WH-1000XM5 headphones are awesome!

      It's wonderful to know that you can successfully listen to podcasts while mowing the yard, which is a true testament to the power of our industry-leading noise cancellation. We are also delighted that the earcups still provide a great seal, allowing the automatic NC to work effectively, even while you wear glasses.

      Thank you again for choosing Sony to bring tranquility to your chores!

      Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team sony-global

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best noise cancellation headphones

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

    These are a great upgrade from the XM4. Sony finally toned down the muddy bass and allowed a good sound signature to come out. Still needed to EQ to make them a bit brighter but fantastic headphones. I use them for 6+ hours at a time with no discomfort. Battery life is crazy good and they charge VERY fast. Connection to two devices works great (iPad and iPhone here). The noise cancellation is the strongest I’ve used on any headphones and it doesn’t create any pressure on my head. Very happy with my purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Timothy, 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:
    Battery life, 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.

    Incredible sond quality, super light and amazing battery life

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Alfredo, We are glad that you like the sound quality of your new Sony wireless noise canceling 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. Thank you for trusting Sony! Vincent Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Headphones

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

    A really good headphone, battery can last for almost a whole week based on how you use it. The audio customization is one the best I've used, from being able to customize the bass to adding locations with different audio levels

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

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      We're excited to hear that you’re enjoying your WH1000XM5 headphones, especially the impressive battery life and advanced audio customization features. Thank you for sharing your positive experience!

      Best regards,
      -Fred Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great 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 sound quality, very comfortable, great battery life, overall great headphones

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Gabe Awesome! We're thrilled to hear that you like the sound, comfort, battery life, and overall quality 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:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Really enjoy.

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

    I always considered myself a casual listener, but this explains it all. Music is much more satisfying when using this. But not just that, all media is. Favorite show or movie? Great. Something simple like YouTube or tiktok? Just wonderful. And they’re so sleek so they go with outfits. Definitely a 10/10 purchase.

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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

    These Headphones are amazing! They are so comfortable and soft on your ears. The noise canceling is also so good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello BrocktonL, thank you for this amazing review! We're delighted to hear you're enjoying the ultra-comfortable design and industry-leading noise cancellation technology of the WH1000XM5 headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony! Best regards, -Jenn. Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very comfortable, excellent battery life and good sound cancelation.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Romeoland, Awesome! We're happy to hear that you like the battery life 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:
    Battery life, Sound quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Better headset I ve hear

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

    Confort excellent, audio quality best top on market + 360 audio + app can u see the batt able o disable features on it, batt the top on market 30hrs wow is so high I ve been used since I bought they are excellent the better features is the anc is amazing recently I travel to another country while I on plane I can’t hear any noise from engine plane it was unbelievable, really I recommend it

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

      Amazing! We're glad that you like the comfort, sound quality, app functions, battery life, and noise canceling function of the 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!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing 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 headphones, best purchase of headphones. The design is very nice and comfortable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank you for the fantastic review, CarlosB!

      We’re so glad to hear that these were your best headphone purchase yet! We put a lot of thought into the noiseless design of the WH-1000XM5 to ensure they aren't just sleek and modern, but also incredibly comfortable for all-day listening. It's great to know that the combination of style and fit is hitting the mark for you. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team sony-global

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Headphones that Last Forever

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

    These have been great for my travels. Essentially takes away the sound of the plane engine when I have been flying. Voices will sometimes still leak through, but ultimately these do a great job of blocking out sounds while still performing great. The battery is what may be most impressive. Have used on flight beginning of week, throw into bag and use again on flight home, no issues.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MattC, Excellent choice! We're glad that you like the sound and battery life. 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 headphones so far

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

    Best Headphones I purchased so far. I use it every where and great for travel. It is very stylish, comfortable, and the sound quality and noise cancelling are great. This is one of few headphones purchased where the other person on my call can hear me without any reception or sound issues. It is so great, I had to get a second one.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi gray1016,
      Excellent choice! We're delighted to hear your enjoyable experience with the outstanding sound quality, stylish design, comfortable fit, noise cancellation, call quality, and overall performance of your Sony WH1000XM5 headphones. This is definitely one of the best headphones on the market. We are looking forward to your next purchase. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris Sony_US