WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones
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Wirecutter's Best Noise-Cancelling Headphones (2025): industry-leading noise cancellation
The Sony WH-1000XM5 are widely considered the best noise cancelling headphones available, with eight microphones and two processors for industry leading ANC. The 30 hour battery life, multipoint connection, and exceptional sound quality make them a daily essential. Sony's build quality ensures these headphones last for years of heavy commuter and office use.
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Community & Review Summary
21,340 Amazon reviews
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Price History
Good DealTracking since Oct 1, 2025.
Lowest
$229.00
May 28
Average
$290.55
Highest
$379.99
Oct 1
Pros & Cons from Reviews
Pros
- +Industry-leading noise cancellation
- +30-hour battery life
- +Multipoint Bluetooth connection
- +Exceptional audio quality
- +Comfortable for all-day wear
- +Speak-to-Chat auto-pause feature
Cons
- -No folding design for travel
- -Touch controls can be oversensitive
- -Ear cushions wear out over time
- -Not sweat-resistant
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