Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Industry Leading Headphones with Auto Noise Canceling Optimizer, Crystal Clear Hands-Free Calling, and Alexa Voice Control, Silver

I need silence, I didnt realize that the microphone is also dealing with the noise cancellation too. Fantastic

I flight long haul international flights and need to cancel out the plane engined nose. My old bose headphones were ready to retire and I wanted to research Sony. I don’t mind paying the high price but I do expect top quality. Unfortunately, the seal around the ears was not tight enough, and the sensory touch activated with one strain of hair

I bought these when they were discounted by $50 and have been using them for about 3 months now for both personal and work from home use. Sound quality, noise cancellation, microphone, and battery are great; they are pretty light and the clamping force is just right. The only thing that could be better is the headband part which can become uncomfortable after some time. But this seems to vary as my wife does not experience this issue. At this price though, you can’t really ask for more: if you want the same quality and more comfort, you would need to go with the higher end ones which are $200 more

The design changes, overall comfort (including level of head pressure) and potability have all been significantly improved. I actually disagree with many of the editors reviews, its much better that it doesnt fold twice, the case is much thinner to transport. This also helps make the headphones much more durable overall. In terms of the previous generation model, put quite simply, sound quality is more in line with a neutral profile sounding acoustically tuned pair of reference headphones. Noise cancelling and transparency modes are a night and day difference with respect to the 1000XM4s, but both are still excellent pairs of headphones. The improvements here are well justified for an upgrade. Also the sound profile of the previous generation WH-1000XM4s can be easily restored by using the excited EQ setting in the companion app settings. Those carbon fiber dual drivers, 8 noise canceling mics and custom audio co-processor Sony keeps referring to in the marketing materials, are genuinely significant. If youre coming from the previous generation model, the differences are immediately noticable. The price has increased but considering theres a chip shortage and they improved literally all the right aspects of this new pair. Its justified. Well done Sony. And for all those purchasing, enjoy them, theyre industry leading for a reason.

I’ve owned the M3 version since 2019. I’ve absolutely loved them, especially for travel. I have used them for 3 years+ and easily justified buying The updated version this year. WOW. I’ve had them not even 20 minutes and the sound quality/noise cancellation has improved drastically. AND the case collapsing will come in handy when I throw them into my carry on backpack! I love music/speakers/headphones and I promise you these are worth the cost!!

Not 100% sure, but I think this product messes with your ears. I’ve had pressure discomfort in one of my ears since using the anc functionality.

Sound is pretty good but these are so light almost plastic feeling. I was concerned that over use they would break. It was disappointing for the price. Returned and got apple airpod max.

I am so impressed and satisfied with this product. They have excellent noise cancellation, great sound quality and they are super light. The app is very useful and easy to use. As a plus, they have oval pads which makes them super comfortable even with multiple piercings and kinda large, I’ve worn them 6 hours straight with no issues. Totally recommend.

Excellent! I was amazed at how many different sounds I was able to hear. Songs I has been listening for decades that felt I was finally hearing fully with these headphones. Tones, sounds, that were part of the song all along but that I was discovering for the first time with these headphones.

I love the quality of these, yes it is a little pricey but it is definitely one of the leading headphones. I am having a wonderful time mixing music with them, the quality is just amazing!! (especially if you are trying to use Dolby)