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# 8.4mm dynamic drivers Industry-leading ANC 8h playback + 24h case Sony WF-1000XM5 Premium Noise Cancelling Truly Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds & in-Ear Headphones with Alexa Built-in, Silver

**Brand:** sony
**Price:** 197999 Ft
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## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your soundscape, silence the noise, own the moment.

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- **What is this?** Sony WF-1000XM5 Premium Noise Cancelling Truly Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds & in-Ear Headphones with Alexa Built-in, Silver by sony
- **How much does it cost?** 197999 Ft with free shipping
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## Best For

- sony enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sony brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Eco-Conscious Design:** Crafted from recycled materials with 100% paper packaging—style and sustainability in perfect harmony.
- • **Marathon Battery Life:** Up to 8 hours continuous play, plus 24 hours with the sleek charging case—power through your day and night.
- • **Audiophile-Grade Sound:** Experience rich, detailed audio with wide frequency range and punchy bass that rivals premium wired headphones.
- • **Seamless Smart Integration:** Built-in Alexa and multipoint Bluetooth 5.3 ensure effortless voice control and smooth device switching.
- • **Unrivaled Noise Cancellation:** Block out distractions with Sony’s most advanced ANC yet, perfect for focus or escape.

## Overview

The Sony WF-1000XM5 are premium true wireless earbuds featuring industry-leading active noise cancellation, 8.4mm dynamic drivers for high-resolution sound, and up to 8 hours of battery life per charge (24 hours with case). Equipped with Bluetooth 5.3, built-in Alexa voice assistant, and a comfortable, eco-friendly design, these earbuds deliver superior call clarity, immersive audio, and smart connectivity for the modern professional on the go.

## Description

Immerse yourself in a world of sound with the Sony WF-1000XM5, a pair of bluetooth earbuds noise cancelling like no other. These ear buds are designed to provide an uninterrupted and immersive music listening experience, free from external noise. Experience astonishing sound quality with the Sony WF-1000XM5, a pair of noise cancelling earbuds that redefine audio experience. These earphones wireless bluetooth are a game-changer for music enthusiasts, allowing you to fully appreciate the intricacies of your favorite songs. The Sony WF-1000XM5 are not just bluetooth earbuds, they are a statement of style and elegance. These earbuds wireless bluetooth noise cancelling comfortably fit in your ears while blocking out external sounds, making them the perfect blend of style and comfort. Experience a clear, stable signal with the Sony WF-1000XM5, a pair of wireless noise cancelling headphones that ensure your music or calls are never interrupted. These bluetooth earbuds noise cancelling are powered by the new Integrated Processor V2, ensuring a seamless audio experience. The Sony WF-1000XM5 ear buds are crafted with the environment in mind, made from recycled plastic materials and come in 100% paper packaging. These noise cancelling earbuds not only deliver superior sound quality and stylish design, but also contribute to reducing environmental impact.

Review: Fantastic! - I bought these because I had a gift card to spend, and in hopes that I could completely separate from my Airpod Pro’s (1rst gen). I wanted to get rid of my Airpod pro’s because I have become so completely fed up with popping them in my ears and having only one earbud connect. That happens about 25% of the time I use them, and of course it’s always right when I’m in a hurry and need them now. I have to reset them every time it happens and frankly I’m fed up with it – unacceptable reliability. So, it’s only been a little more than a week but I haven’t had this happen once. Nor has it ever happened on any of my other true wireless earbuds (Soundcore Liberty 4 NC’s and some cheap no-name sports hook-style earbuds). The Sony’s have had stellar reviews, but my one reservation was that I’m in a full Apple ecosphere, and I had read that if you’re in the Apple ecosphere, you’ll want the Airpod Pro series II. Using anything else would mean missing out on that typical Apple integration – things work great together. Well, I’ve never tried the Airpod Pro II’s, but I couldn’t get myself to reward Apple by ordering another pair of headphones from them after my dissatisfaction with the AirPod Pro I’s. So, how are the Sony’s? Absolutely fantastic and boy, am I glad I went with them! First of all, in terms of integration/functionality with my Apple world, best I can tell so far its flawless. Transitions between my iPhone 15 and iPad Pro are just as smooth as my AirPods were. I can send/receive calls just as easily, and the Sony has one feature I don’t think AirPods have – you can just nod your head to answer calls! I also find the touch sensor vastly superior to Apple’s squeeze surface (or whatever it’s called). Much more intuitive to me, and it works every time on the first try. Another big advantage the Sony’s have over the Airpod Pro I’s is battery life. One reason I picked the Sony’s was better sleep. My wife makes quite a racket sleeping at night and I had read that these were great for sleeping. My Airpod Pro’s were also quite good at that, but they wouldn’t last through the night – only about 4.5 hours (w/NC on). Not sure how long the Sony can last, but I’ve gone over 8 hours (w/NC on) – and they still had some battery left! As for the noise cancelling, I’d say it’s slightly disappointing. I also own the over-ear WH-1000XM5’s, and they have AWESOME noise cancelling! I’d say the WF-1000XM5’s are nowhere near that level – I’d say they are about the same as my Airpod Pro I’s. Good enough to attenuate my wife’s snoring (at least enough that I can sleep), but not completely block it (so I hear nothing at all) as on the WH-1000XM5’s. But of course, the WH-1000MX5’s are way too big to sleep with (full size over-ear headphones). Another minor disappointment is no “find my earbud” functionality, which makes me a little paranoid about losing them, but hopefully not a big deal. Saving the best for last is the sound quality. I bought the big-brother WH-1000XM5’s a year ago and was quite surprised at their sound quality. Same thing here – these sound fantastic! I’m a fairly serious audiophile and have quite a collection of high-end headphones, including one pair of earbuds that are more than triple the cost of these Sony’s (JH Audio J13 v2’s). And all the electronics to go with it (DAP’s, DAC’s, amps, cables, etc.). They took a while to break in properly (maybe 30-50 hours) but they are really wonderful. They are among the most natural sounding earbuds I’ve heard and I’m a bit stumped how that could be possible since it uses crappy Bluetooth. My high-end headphones are fed almost exclusively high-rez files. Bluetooth AAC (can’t use LDAC on an iPhone) is the best I can run, which of course are only a small fraction the bitrate resolution of true high-rez files. But somehow these sound absolutely wonderful – just a natural “rightness” that’s hard to describe. BY FAR the best bass I’ve ever heard from an earbud. They have a confidence, an “assertiveness” (yes, that’s a new audio metaphor) – not aggressiveness - that I just love. I’m not saying that they are flat-out better than my high-end earbuds (my Shure M535’s are my favorite), but I will say they are at least in the same ballpark. I can pop these in and really enjoy listening for hours – and not feel like I’m missing out in not using my much more expensive earbuds. Very high compliment indeed! So, great job Sony! BTW, I read that Sony bought Audeze (high-end true audiophile headphone brand), which means I can’t wait to see what they come out with in the future – if these are as good as they are, I can’t wait to find out what the XM6’s or XM7’s will sound like! Update 4/16/24: Just wanted to mention one more remarkable thing about these. I am an avid cyclist and I’ve been on a long search to find the best earbuds for cycling - which for me, is mostly about reducing WIND NOISE. That is by far my biggest goal for cycling headphones. These are downright spooky in their ability to hugely reduce wind noise - BY FAR the most effective I’ve ever tried, and I’ve tried quite a few (AirPod Pro’s, Soundcore Liberty 4 NC, etc…). So now I face an interesting dilemma - do i dare use a $300 pair of earbuds for cycling? The problem with using them for cycling is that cycling is of course brutal on earbuds (constant sweat). So I’ll have to decide if I dare to do that long term, but I can say that these are by far the best headphones I have ever used in terms of wind blocking. So these really are amazing - fantastic sound, powerful noise cancelling, long battery life and the best wind noise blocking I’ve ever heard…
Review: Wow, impressive upgrade - There’s a bit of possible Sony hate going on in some reviews, like others I got burned on a pair of WF-10004XM refurbished and one of the batteries started failing after a year. Wasn’t worth the cost of repair. Have others from QCY and Soundcore that were surprisingly good for less cost. Also had trouble with refurbished headphones WH-1000XM4, luckily had added insurance. Cut to buying a new pair that have been flawless. Got the Sony WF-C700N a couple months ago to scratch my earbud itch. Very good for the price. If you’re not ready to throw down $300 for the XM5 they’re a great alternative. Not quite as musical, but no gripes anyway. You can get picky about the throwback buttons but oh well. One comment before I get more specific on the XM5. I fully agree with another review that calls out Sony for how complicated their Sony Connect app has become. It could be simplified for people who don’t want to get into the tech so much. Now, how do they sound? I’m impressed and I’m not using them to their full potential. Using with iPhone so Bluetooth SBC codec is the most basic and lowest quality solution (after digging into the codec question a bit more it does appear that the iPhone has the AAC codec also). However, with the help of Sony’s equalizer and DSEE function I’m very happy with the sound. I almost don’t want to try them with a better codec and then have to go back. (Still applies with AAC, DSE does improve sound) I need treble boost for my old ears and having played bass no surprise I like a lot of bass. These don’t disappoint. I did an A-B comparison with the XM4 headphones and they didn’t have quite the low end but good and punchy with good definition between bass and drums.both can become nice and “growly” on the low end. Noise cancellation is very good, not as good as the headphones but after only a couple days I have been quite satisfied so far. Comfort level is better than the XM4 buds, but I’m so pissed I wasted the money now I don’t want to dig them out to compare audio! I think Sony really improved the fit and design to be lighter, more comfortable, and have impressive sound. Let’s just hope they found a better battery. Used overnight and had battery left in the morning but playing audiobook on timer so i couldn’t say how long continuous playback. I’ll update after I’ve had them longer. (Update) battery life seems to be very similar to the XM4. Sometimes I have battery left in the morning sometimes it comes up short. Another follow up, comes with 4 sets of tips but apparently I have very large ear canals as I’m unable to get a complete seal with the included buds. The large felt good at first but when I used the connect app to check for airtight seals I could not get them to seal. Fortunately I have many tips I’ve saved over the years and by mixing, matching, and testing I have a couple that seal. I even tried ordering extra large tips from a couple vendors and they didn’t work either. Nice that Sony is including extra small but what about us with extra large needs! I do have a possible solution on the way, find a video on YouTube that shows how to use Sugro glue rolled up and inserted in the mushroom part of the tip. Press in the ear to get a fit and then allow to cure over night. Hoping it works, I have a few tips I’d like to try this on. Was even investigating custom molded tips but for $150 plus I’ll try the Sugro hack… 8/5/23 tried the Sugro hack yesterday. Still have to work to get an airtight fit but it definitely helped. My opinion on the sound has not diminished. Excellent with what I listen too. A lot of classic rock but also new material from Elle King and others. Listening to Lourdes “Royals” a very deep bass which presents low, solid, and clear. You can easily distinguish the bass and drums. The low rumbling bass of Pink Floyd “Welcome to the Machine” couldn’t be much better in any buds. Almost like I could feel it. I’m now using the WF-C700n as my workout and dog walking buds. Sound signature is very similar but the bass is not quite as good. One thing they are lacking is the airtight fit check in the app. I had to use other tips and the Sugro mold hack to get a good consistent fit in both. The included tips are worthless to me and my big ears. I see a lot of criticism of the noise cancellation for the XM5. I have no way to measure so it’s pretty subjective but I’m not disappointed. At least as good as the XM4. But with any ANC earbuds the airtight seal is critical. If you’re not ready to throw down $300 the WF-C700n are a very good alternative, but are not touch controlled, a single button on each side. Not quite as good on the low end but not disappointing either. In direct comparison you can hear the difference. I still think these are 5 star worthy. I’d take off half a star because of the somewhat complex app but if you like to tinker with the sound and features, give it back. People who are not “technical minded” may find it intimidating. I find it useful but jammed with some features I wouldn’t normally use, like automatically changing settings depending on location as an example. Some might find it useful but not me. The equalizer and clear bass functions are excellent. DSEE function makes a noticeable difference in sound quality. Happier with these than I was with the XM4. Just hope the batteries last, I would hope Sony changed from the $70 replacement cost batteries (not including labor) used in the XM4 as apparently so many people had problems with them dying out after a few months. 9/22/23 Used these today instead of the WF-C700n for my indoor cycling and to walk the dog. Usually I do those activities with the cheaper buds as for $300 I want to take every precaution to protect them. So…more feedback on the ANC. Definitely a difference on the bike with 2 pretty loud blower fans on. The WF-C700n does a very good job in the same situation but I could definitely tell a difference. Could hardly hear the fans at all and the WF-1000XM5 does have the superior sound performance. Note these blowers are loud enough that if I have my Apple Watch to close to them I get the over 90db warning. They’re not 90db from the bike but they are loud. These cancelled almost all the noise. With volume on my music I don’t hear the fans at all.

## Features

- NOISE CANCELLATION: Experience a personal concert with the bluetooth earbuds noise cancelling feature of Sony WF-1000XM5, designed to cancel out more external noise than ever before. Perfect for those who want to enjoy their favorite tunes without the distraction of ambient noise, these ear buds come equipped with dual feedback microphones and Noise Isolation Earbud Tips.
- SOUND QUALITY: Uncover the richness of sound with the noise cancelling earbuds of Sony WF-1000XM5, specially designed for wide frequency reproduction. These earphones wireless bluetooth enhance your listening experience by delivering detailed vocals and fine nuances that make every song unique.
- CALL CLARITY: Maintain clear conversations with the bluetooth earbuds of Sony WF-1000XM5, featuring Sony's best ever call quality. These earbuds wireless bluetooth noise cancelling ensure that your voice is heard clearly on the other end, even in noisy situations.
- LONG-LASTING BATTERY: Relish the long-lasting battery life of Sony WF-1000XM5, offering up to 8 hours of listening time (24-hours with case). The quick charging feature of these earbuds gives you up to 1 hour of listening time with just 3 minutes of charging.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0C345M3T7 |
| Additional Features | Built-In Voice Assistant, Fast Charging, High-resolution audio, Microphone Included, Multipoint Connection, Noise Cancellation, Sweatproof, Touch Control |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Antenna Location | Calling |
| Audio Driver Size | 8.4 Millimeters |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Battery Average Life | 8 Hours |
| Battery Charge Time | 3 minutes |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,906 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #287 in Earbud & In-Ear Headphones |
| Bluetooth Range | 10 Meters |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Brand Name | Sony |
| Built-In Media | Charging case, Headphones, Noise isolation earbud tips (SS/S/M/L 2 each), USB Type-C cable (USB-A to USB-C) (approx. 20 cm (7.88 in.)) |
| Cable Features | Retractable |
| Carrying Case Battery Charging Time | 5 Hours |
| Carrying Case Height | 2.54 Inches |
| Carrying Case Length | 1.57 Inches |
| Carrying Case Width | 1.04 Inches |
| Color | Silver |
| Compatible Devices | Phone |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Control Method | Voice |
| Control Type | Alexa |
| Controller Type | wireless |
| Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (5,799) |
| Earpiece Shape | Rounded tip |
| Enclosure Material | Silicone |
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz to 40 kHz |
| Frequency Response | 2.4 GHz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00027242925618 |
| Headphone Folding Features | In Ear |
| Headphone Jack | No Jack |
| Headphones Ear Placement | In Ear |
| Impedance | 16 Ohms |
| Is Autographed | No |
| Item Weight | 0.4 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | Sony |
| Model Name | WF-1000XM5 |
| Model Number | WF-1000XM5 |
| Noise Control | Active Noise Cancellation |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB |
| Series Number | 1000 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Entertainemnt |
| UPC | 027242925618 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sony
- **Color:** Silver
- **Ear Placement:** In Ear
- **Form Factor:** In Ear
- **Impedance:** 16 Ohms

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: how to check adequate earbuds tip size?**
A: Hi kazuteru m.,

Thank you for your question. The “Sony | Headphones Connect” app will help you to determine which earbud tips suit you best to achieve the optimal noise canceling effect, sound quality, etc. When changing the earbud tips, try the earbud tip sizes in order from the larger ones to the smaller ones. The most suitable size of the earbud tips for left and right ears may be different.

Hint: The function that determines the optimal earbud tips for you measures the air-tightness of the earbud tips and determines whether or not the headset units are being worn in your ears correctly. Select a size that fits comfortably.

The WF1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-canceling performance on the market. Noise reduction algorithms developed with AI machine learning suppress ambient noise and ensure the person on the other end of the phone can hear your voice clearly even in noisy situations. For total convenience, the WF-1000XM5 can be paired with two Bluetooth devices simultaneously so, when a call comes in, your headphones can automatically connect to the right one. With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep moving to the music. 

-Ralph

**Q: Does the ringtone work on an iphone 14 for these XM5s?  There was no ringtone on the iphone on the XM4s, so I keep missing calls.**
A: I am using an android phone so unfortunately I cannot answer your question.  I will say, I do hear my phone ring through the headphones on my phone.

**Q: Can these be connected to an audio oulet in an commercial aircraft?**
A: Hi, 
Thanks for the question! The WF1000XM5 Truly wireless Earbuds headphones only supports Bluetooth connectivity. This wireless earbuds does not have 3.5mm jack and can't be connected to an audio outlet. If you are looking for a headphones that supports both wireless(Bluetooth) and wired connection, we recommend our WH1000XM5, WHCH720N, and WH1000XM4. You can use the supplied headphone cable of these headphones if the aircraft supports the 3.5 mm headphone jack. Please check with the airline company for more information.

The WF1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-canceling performance on the market. Noise reduction algorithms developed with AI machine learning suppress ambient noise and ensure the person on the other end of the phone can hear your voice clearly even in noisy situations. For total convenience, the WF-1000XM5 can be paired with two Bluetooth devices simultaneously so, when a call comes in, your headphones can automatically connect to the right one. With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep moving to the music. Hope this helps! - Kris

**Q: Is this earbuds smaller in size when compared to Linkbuds S ? I mean buds not charging case.**
A: Thanks for the question, Agesh, the WF1000XM5s and the Linkbuds S are very similar in size. Both come with four sets of earbud tips to help get the best fit. Both true wireless earbuds are a great option, the WF-1000XM5 feature cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-cancelling performance on the market. The LinkBuds S switch seamlessly between superlative noise canceling and natural ambient sound. Blending your on-line world and the environment you’re in together. - Romeo

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic!
*by K***S on December 22, 2023*

I bought these because I had a gift card to spend, and in hopes that I could completely separate from my Airpod Pro’s (1rst gen). I wanted to get rid of my Airpod pro’s because I have become so completely fed up with popping them in my ears and having only one earbud connect. That happens about 25% of the time I use them, and of course it’s always right when I’m in a hurry and need them now. I have to reset them every time it happens and frankly I’m fed up with it – unacceptable reliability. So, it’s only been a little more than a week but I haven’t had this happen once. Nor has it ever happened on any of my other true wireless earbuds (Soundcore Liberty 4 NC’s and some cheap no-name sports hook-style earbuds). The Sony’s have had stellar reviews, but my one reservation was that I’m in a full Apple ecosphere, and I had read that if you’re in the Apple ecosphere, you’ll want the Airpod Pro series II. Using anything else would mean missing out on that typical Apple integration – things work great together. Well, I’ve never tried the Airpod Pro II’s, but I couldn’t get myself to reward Apple by ordering another pair of headphones from them after my dissatisfaction with the AirPod Pro I’s. So, how are the Sony’s? Absolutely fantastic and boy, am I glad I went with them! First of all, in terms of integration/functionality with my Apple world, best I can tell so far its flawless. Transitions between my iPhone 15 and iPad Pro are just as smooth as my AirPods were. I can send/receive calls just as easily, and the Sony has one feature I don’t think AirPods have – you can just nod your head to answer calls! I also find the touch sensor vastly superior to Apple’s squeeze surface (or whatever it’s called). Much more intuitive to me, and it works every time on the first try. Another big advantage the Sony’s have over the Airpod Pro I’s is battery life. One reason I picked the Sony’s was better sleep. My wife makes quite a racket sleeping at night and I had read that these were great for sleeping. My Airpod Pro’s were also quite good at that, but they wouldn’t last through the night – only about 4.5 hours (w/NC on). Not sure how long the Sony can last, but I’ve gone over 8 hours (w/NC on) – and they still had some battery left! As for the noise cancelling, I’d say it’s slightly disappointing. I also own the over-ear WH-1000XM5’s, and they have AWESOME noise cancelling! I’d say the WF-1000XM5’s are nowhere near that level – I’d say they are about the same as my Airpod Pro I’s. Good enough to attenuate my wife’s snoring (at least enough that I can sleep), but not completely block it (so I hear nothing at all) as on the WH-1000XM5’s. But of course, the WH-1000MX5’s are way too big to sleep with (full size over-ear headphones). Another minor disappointment is no “find my earbud” functionality, which makes me a little paranoid about losing them, but hopefully not a big deal. Saving the best for last is the sound quality. I bought the big-brother WH-1000XM5’s a year ago and was quite surprised at their sound quality. Same thing here – these sound fantastic! I’m a fairly serious audiophile and have quite a collection of high-end headphones, including one pair of earbuds that are more than triple the cost of these Sony’s (JH Audio J13 v2’s). And all the electronics to go with it (DAP’s, DAC’s, amps, cables, etc.). They took a while to break in properly (maybe 30-50 hours) but they are really wonderful. They are among the most natural sounding earbuds I’ve heard and I’m a bit stumped how that could be possible since it uses crappy Bluetooth. My high-end headphones are fed almost exclusively high-rez files. Bluetooth AAC (can’t use LDAC on an iPhone) is the best I can run, which of course are only a small fraction the bitrate resolution of true high-rez files. But somehow these sound absolutely wonderful – just a natural “rightness” that’s hard to describe. BY FAR the best bass I’ve ever heard from an earbud. They have a confidence, an “assertiveness” (yes, that’s a new audio metaphor) – not aggressiveness - that I just love. I’m not saying that they are flat-out better than my high-end earbuds (my Shure M535’s are my favorite), but I will say they are at least in the same ballpark. I can pop these in and really enjoy listening for hours – and not feel like I’m missing out in not using my much more expensive earbuds. Very high compliment indeed! So, great job Sony! BTW, I read that Sony bought Audeze (high-end true audiophile headphone brand), which means I can’t wait to see what they come out with in the future – if these are as good as they are, I can’t wait to find out what the XM6’s or XM7’s will sound like! Update 4/16/24: Just wanted to mention one more remarkable thing about these. I am an avid cyclist and I’ve been on a long search to find the best earbuds for cycling - which for me, is mostly about reducing WIND NOISE. That is by far my biggest goal for cycling headphones. These are downright spooky in their ability to hugely reduce wind noise - BY FAR the most effective I’ve ever tried, and I’ve tried quite a few (AirPod Pro’s, Soundcore Liberty 4 NC, etc…). So now I face an interesting dilemma - do i dare use a $300 pair of earbuds for cycling? The problem with using them for cycling is that cycling is of course brutal on earbuds (constant sweat). So I’ll have to decide if I dare to do that long term, but I can say that these are by far the best headphones I have ever used in terms of wind blocking. So these really are amazing - fantastic sound, powerful noise cancelling, long battery life and the best wind noise blocking I’ve ever heard…

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wow, impressive upgrade
*by W***G on July 31, 2023*

There’s a bit of possible Sony hate going on in some reviews, like others I got burned on a pair of WF-10004XM refurbished and one of the batteries started failing after a year. Wasn’t worth the cost of repair. Have others from QCY and Soundcore that were surprisingly good for less cost. Also had trouble with refurbished headphones WH-1000XM4, luckily had added insurance. Cut to buying a new pair that have been flawless. Got the Sony WF-C700N a couple months ago to scratch my earbud itch. Very good for the price. If you’re not ready to throw down $300 for the XM5 they’re a great alternative. Not quite as musical, but no gripes anyway. You can get picky about the throwback buttons but oh well. One comment before I get more specific on the XM5. I fully agree with another review that calls out Sony for how complicated their Sony Connect app has become. It could be simplified for people who don’t want to get into the tech so much. Now, how do they sound? I’m impressed and I’m not using them to their full potential. Using with iPhone so Bluetooth SBC codec is the most basic and lowest quality solution (after digging into the codec question a bit more it does appear that the iPhone has the AAC codec also). However, with the help of Sony’s equalizer and DSEE function I’m very happy with the sound. I almost don’t want to try them with a better codec and then have to go back. (Still applies with AAC, DSE does improve sound) I need treble boost for my old ears and having played bass no surprise I like a lot of bass. These don’t disappoint. I did an A-B comparison with the XM4 headphones and they didn’t have quite the low end but good and punchy with good definition between bass and drums.both can become nice and “growly” on the low end. Noise cancellation is very good, not as good as the headphones but after only a couple days I have been quite satisfied so far. Comfort level is better than the XM4 buds, but I’m so pissed I wasted the money now I don’t want to dig them out to compare audio! I think Sony really improved the fit and design to be lighter, more comfortable, and have impressive sound. Let’s just hope they found a better battery. Used overnight and had battery left in the morning but playing audiobook on timer so i couldn’t say how long continuous playback. I’ll update after I’ve had them longer. (Update) battery life seems to be very similar to the XM4. Sometimes I have battery left in the morning sometimes it comes up short. Another follow up, comes with 4 sets of tips but apparently I have very large ear canals as I’m unable to get a complete seal with the included buds. The large felt good at first but when I used the connect app to check for airtight seals I could not get them to seal. Fortunately I have many tips I’ve saved over the years and by mixing, matching, and testing I have a couple that seal. I even tried ordering extra large tips from a couple vendors and they didn’t work either. Nice that Sony is including extra small but what about us with extra large needs! I do have a possible solution on the way, find a video on YouTube that shows how to use Sugro glue rolled up and inserted in the mushroom part of the tip. Press in the ear to get a fit and then allow to cure over night. Hoping it works, I have a few tips I’d like to try this on. Was even investigating custom molded tips but for $150 plus I’ll try the Sugro hack… 8/5/23 tried the Sugro hack yesterday. Still have to work to get an airtight fit but it definitely helped. My opinion on the sound has not diminished. Excellent with what I listen too. A lot of classic rock but also new material from Elle King and others. Listening to Lourdes “Royals” a very deep bass which presents low, solid, and clear. You can easily distinguish the bass and drums. The low rumbling bass of Pink Floyd “Welcome to the Machine” couldn’t be much better in any buds. Almost like I could feel it. I’m now using the WF-C700n as my workout and dog walking buds. Sound signature is very similar but the bass is not quite as good. One thing they are lacking is the airtight fit check in the app. I had to use other tips and the Sugro mold hack to get a good consistent fit in both. The included tips are worthless to me and my big ears. I see a lot of criticism of the noise cancellation for the XM5. I have no way to measure so it’s pretty subjective but I’m not disappointed. At least as good as the XM4. But with any ANC earbuds the airtight seal is critical. If you’re not ready to throw down $300 the WF-C700n are a very good alternative, but are not touch controlled, a single button on each side. Not quite as good on the low end but not disappointing either. In direct comparison you can hear the difference. I still think these are 5 star worthy. I’d take off half a star because of the somewhat complex app but if you like to tinker with the sound and features, give it back. People who are not “technical minded” may find it intimidating. I find it useful but jammed with some features I wouldn’t normally use, like automatically changing settings depending on location as an example. Some might find it useful but not me. The equalizer and clear bass functions are excellent. DSEE function makes a noticeable difference in sound quality. Happier with these than I was with the XM4. Just hope the batteries last, I would hope Sony changed from the $70 replacement cost batteries (not including labor) used in the XM4 as apparently so many people had problems with them dying out after a few months. 9/22/23 Used these today instead of the WF-C700n for my indoor cycling and to walk the dog. Usually I do those activities with the cheaper buds as for $300 I want to take every precaution to protect them. So…more feedback on the ANC. Definitely a difference on the bike with 2 pretty loud blower fans on. The WF-C700n does a very good job in the same situation but I could definitely tell a difference. Could hardly hear the fans at all and the WF-1000XM5 does have the superior sound performance. Note these blowers are loud enough that if I have my Apple Watch to close to them I get the over 90db warning. They’re not 90db from the bike but they are loud. These cancelled almost all the noise. With volume on my music I don’t hear the fans at all.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by G***L on January 18, 2026*

Bought this after lot of research. Excellent sound quality, noise cancellation. Case is very compact and light weight. Buds never fall of and give better comfort even after wearing for hours. Recommend firmware update before using.

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- Sony WF-1000XM5 The Best Truly Wireless Bluetooth Noise Canceling Earbuds & in-Ear Headphones with Alexa Built-in, Silver
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