Is the Sony WH-1000XM5 worth it?
Yes, but not at today's price. It is strong on noise cancelling and sound quality, and weakest on portability. It suits you (89/100 fit), but timing isn't ideal. Successor (XM6) already released; this is the previous generation.
Build note: product figures on this page come from VEYDICT's seed data and are illustrative. They are replaced by live research before launch.
The catch
What owners praise and complain about
| Praise Noise cancelling | Excellent |
| Complaint Non-folding case | Bulkier to carry |
| Complaint Headband creaking | Reported by a minority |
Price and timing
Current price in our data: $329. Our buy price is $310 or less. Price history unavailable. Successor (XM6) already released; this is the previous generation.
Alternatives to consider
Is it worth it for you?
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Is the Sony WH-1000XM5 worth it?
Yes, but not at today's price. Our general verdict is WAIT (85/100). It suits you (89/100 fit), but timing isn't ideal. Successor (XM6) already released; this is the previous generation.
What is the main downside of the Sony WH-1000XM5?
Non-folding case: bulkier to carry (9 sources). Check this matters for how you'll use it.
What is a good price for the Sony WH-1000XM5?
We would call $310 or less a strong price.
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