Audio · True wireless

Sony WF-1000XM5

Rating: 5.0 Price: $299 Tested: 3 weeks

Sony’s flagship buds keep class-leading ANC and a warmer, full sound. Fit is lighter than XM4, and transparency sounds natural.

Calls improved; beamforming plus bone-conduction mics keep voices clear in wind. Battery: ~7h ANC on, with two refills in the case. Wireless charge and multipoint included.

Pros

  • Top-tier ANC + natural passthrough
  • Comfortable, lighter fit
  • Rich sound, LDAC + multipoint

Cons

  • Pricey
  • Foam tips wear
  • App can feel busy

Should you buy it?

If you want the best mix of ANC and sound in TWS, yes. On budget? XM4 deals are strong. In Apple’s ecosystem? AirPods Pro 2 stay smoother, but XM5 sound better.