Is the WH-1000XM5 worth it over the WH-1000XM4?

The XM5 adds stronger noise cancelling, better call mics and a lighter build. The XM4 folds smaller and is often found for less, so pick the XM4 if portability matters more than the newest noise cancelling.

How does it compare with the Bose QuietComfort Ultra?

Sony wins on call quality, battery life and voice assistant support. Bose is usually judged more comfortable and slightly better at cancelling voices, so try both if you wear headphones for hours.

How long does the battery last and how long to charge?

Sony rates up to 30 hours of playback and about 3.5 hours for a full charge. A short top-up gives several hours of listening.

Yes. It works over Bluetooth or with a wired connection, which is useful on planes with seat-back audio.

Does it work with Alexa and Google Assistant?

Yes. Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa are built in, and it connects with Google Home, Amazon Alexa and Apple Home.

Is it good for workouts?

No. It has no water resistance and an over-ear fit that traps heat, so it is better suited to travel and desk work than exercise.

Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Industry Leading Noise Canceling Headphones

Q: Where is the Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Industry Leading Noise Canceling Headphones cheapest?

At Best Buy, for $198.00, 34% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Q: What do buyers say about the Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Industry Leading Noise Canceling Headphones?

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 3,780 ratings.

Q: Where can I buy the Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Industry Leading Noise Canceling Headphones?

14 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Amazon, DoorDash, Sony, Greentoe.

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What reviewers say

4.6 / 53,780 ratings

Owners and reviewers rate the WH-1000XM5 highly, with noise cancelling and call clarity the most repeated strengths. Complaints center on comfort over long wear and the larger, non-folding case.

What people mention

Noise cancellingPraisedReviewers say it shuts out engine rumble and office chatter better than most rivals.
Call qualityPraisedOwners report the microphones keep voices clear on calls in noisy places.
ComfortMixedMany find it light and easy to wear, but some feel pressure after long sessions.
BatteryPraisedUsers get close to the rated 30 hours and like the quick top-up charging.
PortabilityCriticisedThe case is larger and the headphone does not fold as flat as the model it replaced.
Water resistanceCriticisedReviewers note there is no water resistance, so rain and sweat are a concern.

About the Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Industry Leading Noise Canceling Headphones

The Sony WH-1000XM5 are wireless over-the-ear headphones with active noise canceling. Two processors, the Integrated Processor V1 and the HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1, control 8 microphones to reduce outside noise. They keep out more high and mid frequency sounds, from airplane noise to people's voices.

Auto NC Optimizer adjusts noise canceling automatically based on your wearing conditions and environment. The headphones have a built-in noise-cancelling microphone and a sound-isolating design. They connect over Bluetooth or with a wired connection, and they have an adjustable headband and a carrying case.

Model

WH1000XM5/B

Color

Black

Fit

Over-the-ear, adjustable headband

Noise canceling

Active noise canceling, sound isolating, environmental noise control

Connection

Wireless (Bluetooth) and wired

Wireless range

32.81 feet maximum