I’ll admit, I was skeptical that spending more than $200 on headphones would actually make a difference. But after finally saving up for the WH-1000XM5 and using them for years, I can confidently say I was wrong.
The audio quality is excellent, with crisp highs and deep, rich bass. But what really makes these headphones worth the money for me is everything beyond the sound: The noise cancellation is fantastic, the microphone is clear and they’re comfortable enough to wear all day, even with my glasses.
They’ve become the pair I reach for whether I’m listening to a full album at home, working at a coffee shop or traveling on the go. They’re especially handy while on an airplane, when I need that noise-cancellation to block out the ear-popping nonsense.
Reviewers seem to agree that the sound quality is great, rivaling other brands on the market. One deems them “better than Apple AirPods Max,” and another says they’re “better than my Apple AirPods Pros and Samsung Galaxy Buds.”
Sony’s WH-1000XM5 headphones are comfortable, well-padded and feel pretty dang good over your head — I’m talking pillowy soft.
