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Sony · Noise-cancelling headphones
WH-1000XM5
Midnight Black · Wireless over-ear
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Confidence
78%
Great headphones, but not at this price. It has dropped below $310 three times this year.
- Current price is 12% above the lowest price seen in the last 90 days.
- Major sale events (Black Friday) historically cut the price to ~$298.
- Reviews are strongly positive; no reason to skip the product itself.
Current
$349
Typical
$379
Target buy
$309
Price history
$349
Oct 5, 2026
Price Target $309 Typical $379
Review summary
4.5/ 5 · 18,420 reviews
Reviewers consistently praise class-leading noise cancellation and call quality. The main trade-off is a non-folding design and touch controls that some find finicky.
Where to buy
| Retailer | Seller | Availability | Price | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony StoreLOWESTRenewed | Sony | In stock | $289 | Free | $289 |
| Walmart | TechDeals Inc. (3rd party) | Low stock | $334 | $6.99 | $340.99 |
| Amazon | Amazon.com | In stock | $349 | Free | $349 |
| Best Buy | Best Buy | In stock | $349.99 | Free | $349.99 |
| Target | Target | In stock | $379.99 | Free | $379.99 |
Strengths
- Best-in-class active noise cancellation for voices and engines
- Excellent call quality with 8-mic array
- 30-hour battery with fast 3-min = 3-hour charging
- Lightweight (250 g) and comfortable for long flights
Weaknesses
- Does not fold flat — bulkier case than XM4
- No IP water-resistance rating
- Default sound tuning is bass-forward
Common complaints
- Headband cracking near the hinge after 12+ monthsOccasional
- Touch controls trigger accidentally in cold weatherCommon
- Multipoint connection drops with some laptopsOccasional
Known defects & reliability
Medium
Hinge / headband stress cracks
Reported in forum threads mostly after a year of daily use. Usually covered under warranty.
Low
Firmware-related ANC hiss
Some units showed faint hiss after a 2023 update; fixed in later firmware.
Warranty & returns
- Warranty
- 1-year limited manufacturer warranty (Sony). Renewed units: 90 days.
- Returns
- Amazon & Best Buy: 15–30 days. Third-party sellers vary — check before buying.
- Good to know
- Holiday purchases at major retailers usually get extended returns through mid-January.
Worth considering instead
Frequent travelers
Bose
QuietComfort Ultra
Slightly more comfortable fit and a folding design that travels better.
$379★ 4.4
Value seekers
Sony
WH-1000XM4
~90% of the performance for $100 less, and it folds flat.
$248★ 4.6
Music-first listeners
Sennheiser
Momentum 4
Richer, more natural sound and a 60-hour battery.
$299★ 4.3
All figures on this page are illustrative demo data, not live prices or verified claims.