Last Updated: October 9, 2019 (Refresh Now)
Sony WH1000XM3 Wireless Industry Leading Noise Canceling Overhead Headphones WH 1000XM3 Headphone WH1000XM3 B Black
Last Updated: October 9, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.6
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
318
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
38
Spam Test
PASS
Review Analysis - 280 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Noise Cancellation
97cancelling, cancellation, canceling, sound quality, bose
+97%
-3%
" ... Excellent product with good anti-noise performance! ... "
" ... Noise cancelation is amazing ... "
" ... Noise cancellation near scary. ... "
" ... The noise reduction system is perfect . ... "
" ... Sound quality, both are great but without the noise-cancelling active on the Bose it sounded dull and mostly bass heavy on all audio. ... "
" ... Great noise cancellation. ... "
" ... I can hear everything around me at all times, even when I have set noise canceling to max on the app. ... Great sound quality, but I wanted a really good noise canceling pair after my mother broke my Beats. ... "
" ... Addressing the obvious: noise cancelling. ... There's a fantastic option that allows the noise cancelling to filter voice from the rest of noise, so if you work in an office with loud AC humming, you can still hear your colleagues talking. ... "
Sound Quality
69sound quality, bose, anc, ambient, cancelling
+93%
-7%
" ... I like the pause the sound feature to allow a quick exchange with someone. ... "
" ... Confortable, very good battery life, good sound ... "
" ... I am blown away by the sound quality these produce. ... I'd recommend them to anyone who are enthusiastic music lovers. ... "
" ... The quality of quality of sound on these headphones are indescribable. ... "
" ... I've owned the Bose QC35s series 1 for a few years and was pretty amazed at it's ANC, sound and comfort performance. ... Comfort, sound quality and ANC are my three priorities in wireless cans and the XM3's have definitely surpassed Bose in 2 of these areas. ... I was able to do this with the Bose QC35s. ... "
" ... Upper end sound quality. ... "
" ... Excellent product with good anti-noise performance! ... "
" ... Not sure if I can totally notice the upgrade in sound quality like what most people are saying but I've paired the headphones to my macbook pro today and the quality sounds SO bad . ... "
Comfort
65ears, wear, comfort, bose, headphones
+82%
-18%
" ... They are so comfortable that I have occasionally forgotten that I am wearing them and pick up my deskphone's handset to dial out, only to gash the phone against the headphones. ... "
" ... Comfortable for a long time, ... "
" ... Having the option to personalize the colour scheme is nice but I prefer the Sony for comfort and slightly more modern feel. ... "
" ... The headphones are super comfortable on my head, and the charge lasts for a long time (I've had to charge them once since I got them a few weeks ago). ... "
" ... An absolutely great set of headphones. ... "
" ... They're super comfortable and after a light break-in period they're now as comfortable as the Bose. ... "
" ... however, the long term wear comfort and sound can be improved. ... This headphone really makes my ears sweat and my other headphones don’t have this issue. ... "
" ... These are very good headphones that I wear a lot. ... "
Headphones
50best, headphone, ever, pair of headphones, pair
+92%
-8%
" ... Best headphones I've ever had. ... "
" ... I really like my new headphones. ... "
" ... These are really great headphones. ... "
" ... This is the best headphone I ever had in my life ... "
" ... These headphones are phenomenal. ... The sound quality is great, especially when you consider they are Bluetooth headphones. ... "
" ... Best headphones I've ever owned. ... "
" ... Sony WH1000XM3 the best headphone. ... "
" ... That issue aside, these have been great headphones. ... "
Battery Life
29battery, charge, hours, recharge, amazing battery life
+100%
" ... The battery life on these headphones is great as they last about 30hours, and the quick charge time lets you get about 5 hours of charge in 10 minutes. ... The bad thing is that it also turned off the voice message that lets you know how much battery life is remaining, and since I don't have the app on all the devices I use (like my laptop computer, or tv bluetooth adaptor), I don't always know how much battery is remaining and sometimes have to pair the headphones to my phone just to find out how much battery life is remaining. ... "
" ... They are very versatile, 30-hour battery life isn't an exaggeration! ... "
" ... Confortable, very good battery life, good sound ... "
" ... Battery is great too at 20hrs, I find myself charging it 2 times per week. ... "
" ... Great battery life, comfortable on the head, blocks out a ton of noise, and they sound great! ... "
" ... Glad I went with Sony, plus they come fully charged right out of the box ... "
" ... Great sound for the price, long battery life is super convenient ... "
" ... Changed my life forever. ... "
For Running
28gym, ever, best, wear, cold
+96%
-4%
" ... Love the headphones . ... "
" ... These headphones are phenomenal. ... "
" ... But impressive headphones for sure! ... "
" ... Best headphones I've ever used ... "
" ... Overall, the headphones are great! ... "
" ... They are the best earphones i had. ... "
" ... Overall great headphones ... "
" ... Good headphones, best I've used. ... "
Bluetooth
19connect, connectivity, bluetooth connection, weird, one device
+53%
-47%
" ... I owe the first generation of the Sony of this model, they were great too, but M3 stepped up big time for the comfort, Bluetooth connection! ... "
" ... Connectivity: I normally have an issue with BT devices. ... If your phone supports it simply tap it and it pairs. ... "
" ... The bluetooth reception is much better than the Bose QC II. ... "
" ... The sound quality is great, especially when you consider they are Bluetooth headphones. ... "
" ... Fast BT connectivity ... "
" ... Bluetooth connects good but as some have pointed out you can only connect one device at a time. ... "
" ... Very well design , only thing can be improved is Bluetooth should be able to pair 2 device at the same time, able to listen while charging. ... "
" ... I wish I had dug deeper though, the Bose have huge bluetooth issues, blips and long cutouts are not an option on a pair of $400 headphones, Bose support has known about the issue for years. ... "
Bass
16sound quality, great sound, treble, slightly, eq
+94%
-6%
" ... Great sound - Instrument separation is top class, the bass is strong, high pitch is quite nice. ... "
" ... Love the extra bass that is mentioned in a few reviews. ... "
" ... These headphones have a great sound, but they are a little light in bass. ... "
" ... Good Bass effect. ... "
" ... They sound warm, with great, deep and rumbly bass, slightly muffled mids (not too much and fixable through EQ), and balanced treble. ... "
" ... The bass come through really loud and clear. ... "
" ... Sound quality, both are great but without the noise-cancelling active on the Bose it sounded dull and mostly bass heavy on all audio. ... "
" ... Great sound clarity with little bass until you go into the app and turn clear bass on to the max setting, then these rock for all genres. ... "
Software Platform
16update, software, google, google assistant, firmware
+63%
-38%
" ... This registers a touch and hold and since i have my assistant enabled it brings up google/siri. ... Software: The app is pretty much all you need. ... "
" ... Which brings me directly to the premium functions that the fantastic Headphones Connect app brings to the table. ... "
" ... ANC with online headphones connect app that updates headphones. ... "
" ... The associated APP is smartly designed to fit for different scenarios. ... "
" ... App could use a few tweaks to make it a little more user friendly. ... "
" ... Single device connectivity (hopefully fixable with a software update) ... "
" ... I install the applications for iphone . ... "
Charging
16charging, usb c, charger, quick charge, lasts
+100%
" ... I can get about 3-4 days between charges. ... Luckily it has fast charge so a 10 minute charge gets you 3-4 hours i believe. ... "
" ... Battery is great too at 20hrs, I find myself charging it 2 times per week. ... "
" ... I was not going to pay this kind of money and have old Bose headphones with a pathetic micro usb charge port. ... "
" ... The headphones are super comfortable on my head, and the charge lasts for a long time (I've had to charge them once since I got them a few weeks ago). ... "
" ... Amazing charge + playback time - Longest playback time in the industry + fastest charging speed! ... USB Type C - Finally supporting USB type c. Faster charge and I do not need to use an additional out-dated cable to charge it. ... Buy it if you have want long playback hr and fast charge speed. ... "
" ... Quick charge is superb ... "
" ... The battery life on these headphones is great as they last about 30hours, and the quick charge time lets you get about 5 hours of charge in 10 minutes. ... "
" ... I think Bose still charges the same as these because if they lowered their price they would be admitting to defeat. ... "
For Travel
15flight, thus, noise cancelling, noise, hear
+100%
" ... I used them on a turbo prop flight and was able to set my volume at half and could clearly hear the show I was watching and did not hear any of the airplane noise. ... "
" ... I use them on planes, buses, trains. ... "
" ... Amazing sound, wore on a flight from Vancouver to Cancun and truly high quality noise cancelling. ... "
" ... My primary use is at the gym/office and occasionally when I travel. ... I haven't used these on a flight yet but I can tell it'll be premium. ... "
" ... I have owned Bose headphones for over 20 years with 100's of flights. ... "
" ... Buy these if you need a new set of premium noise cancelling headphones for trips, walking around, anything really. ... I was on a flight to Washington with 3 screaming toddlers and watched the flight devolve into a bloodbath while I remained calm thanks to these. ... "
" ... Noise cancelling on the plane kept the baby crying from ruining our flight. ... "
" ... Use this for light travel and while sitting home comfortably. ... "
Apps
15software, setting, connected, anc, adjust
+80%
-20%
" ... Software: The app is pretty much all you need. ... "
" ... ENSURE ALL APP SETTINGS ARE AT NEUTRAL BEFORE TRYING TO ADJUST SOUND. ... "
" ... The app is also is much more convenient than bose+. ... "
" ... Which brings me directly to the premium functions that the fantastic Headphones Connect app brings to the table. ... "
" ... ANC with online headphones connect app that updates headphones. ... "
" ... The associated APP is smartly designed to fit for different scenarios. ... "
" ... App could use a few tweaks to make it a little more user friendly. ... "
" ... I install the applications for iphone . ... "
Price
14worth, worth the money, worth every penny, headphones, sony
+93%
-7%
" ... Well worth the money, avoiding the above issue. ... "
" ... Worth every dollar spent. ... "
" ... Worth every penny!! ... "
" ... Worth the high price tag. ... "
" ... I love these headphones (minus 2 things, detailed below), but I did not love the price. ... "
" ... they're worth every penny. ... I was unsure the difference was going to make the price difference worth it (Besides Bose's, the others were around $100 cheaper). ... "
" ... Worth every penny ... "
" ... No regrets paying the retail price for these cans. ... "
Build Quality
14feels, build quality, lightweight, material, qc35
+64%
-36%
" ... Build Quality: Super-Lightweight. ... Headband is same material, very soft. ... The cup extensions are solid and don't feel cheap. ... "
" ... - build quality feels solid ... "
" ... The build quality seems good I haven't had any issues with breakage (unless you count the time my dog ate the first pair of these headphones. ... "
" ... They appear well built. ... "
" ... Material feels premium, can sustain long. ... "
" ... Wonderful build quality - This time sony really tried really hard to build something that feels like a premium headphone. ... However, the material used for QC35 does allow it to be EXTREMELY Flexible! ... "
" ... - The overall texture became good, the gold touches gave it a bit of luxury. ... "
Controls
11touch, controls, buttons, cold, tactile buttons
+45%
-55%
" ... 5) I find the touch controls for pausing/playing (double-tap) very finicky. ... The volume controls (up/down swipe) work fine. ... "
" ... The touch-pad controller for volume, play/pause etc when the surface gets too cold, it would trigger itself. ... This causes an annoying issues like skipping all the songs constantly or stopping a song randomly during usage. ... "
" ... While the buttons are easier to access now on the Sony headphones compared to the previous generation, the touch-sensitive controls are still too finicky. ... With touch controls, a mis-swipe rewinds an entire song for me when I simply wanted to increase or decrease the volume. ... "
Marketplace
11thanks, sony, later, wanted, two
+82%
-18%
" ... A+ for Sony and the fast shipping vendor. ... "
" ... Just wanted to say thanks to amazon on this one. ... "
" ... Thx Amazon and Sony! ... "
" ... Thanks Amazon for easy return service. ... "
" ... Re Amazon delivery ... "
" ... Excellent product, works as advertised. ... "
" ... I have ordered this version as soon as it is available on August 31st ... "
" ... You'll thank me later. ... "
Device Compatibility
10disconnect, device, able to connect, devices, multiple devices
+60%
-40%
" ... Connectivity: I normally have an issue with BT devices. ... My macbook, my phone, whatever. ... If your phone supports it simply tap it and it pairs. ... "
" ... For example, when in the office, I have the headphones paired to my laptop. ... At home I have to disconnect/connect between 3 devices: my laptop, tablet and phone. ... "
" ... Which brings me directly to the premium functions that the fantastic Headphones Connect app brings to the table. ... "
" ... I use this in the office both at home and at work. ... "
" ... Asides from that I've been loving the quality and overall everything with it's connection with my iPhone. ... "
Call quality
10calls, call, people, voice, talking
+50%
-50%
" ... Whenever I make a call, the other side has trouble hearing me. ... "
" ... Needs some getting used to because honestly cannot hear my wife when she's talking to me when I have these on. ... "
Ease of Use
9use, switch, way, user, setup
+89%
-11%
" ... tres simple a utiliser ... "
" ... The setup is easy, the battery life is amazing, the sound is so good (not quite the best but still awesome) and the NC is obviously wonderful. ... "
" ... App could use a few tweaks to make it a little more user friendly. ... "
" ... The buttons took a bit of getting use to, but otherwise very easy to use. ... "
" ... No you can’t use them on two devises at once but I find it extremely easy to switch between regardless. ... "
" ... The setup was easy. ... "
" ... Sadly not so easy to switch source, unless I haven’t figured out the easy way. ... "
Product Reliability
9days, year, batch, 1000xm3, wh
+44%
-56%
" ... About five months into ownership they have started hissing and crackling which is a very common issue online. ... Once it began, it never stopped. ... Seems like its a defect in the batch. ... "
" ... It seems to be an issue with manufacturing that has not been completely worked out. ... "
" ... I am pretty happy that I bought this from Amazon since I'll be returning them (defective part) but I am pretty disappointed with Sony. ... "
Volume
7volume, people, music, talk, work
+43%
-57%
" ... With normal headphones I can’t get volume loud enough. ... TBD: Haven’t researched why but for no reason at all sometimes it would just get loud. ... "
" ... When I grab the headphones and put them on my head they creak loud enough to make me wonder if it’s a defect. ... "
Frequencies
6bass, sound, eq, treble, slightly
+100%
" ... Has a built in EQ. ... "
" ... They sound warm, with great, deep and rumbly bass, slightly muffled mids (not too much and fixable through EQ), and balanced treble. ... "
" ... There is an equalizer in there, yay! ... "
" ... This is especially prevalent at lower volumes where the mids and highs are in the background. ... "
" ... You must learn how to use EQ to lower the frequency at around 5khz - 8khz range so the sound can be more balanced. ... "
Cooling
6weather, noise
+67%
-33%
" ... But ya, super cool. ... "
" ... I have heard many people complaining about the complaints in cold weather ... "
" ... I live in northern Bc Canada, so it gets cold. ... "
" ... decreases the fan/ac noise at the office. ... "
Ports
6cable, c, port, usb c, un
+50%
-50%
" ... Was missing the USB C cable was missing ... "
" ... Mais acheter un autre cable USB-C est recommandé, celui fourni faisant une longueur ridiculement courte. ... "
" ... Un câble USB-C trop petit de 4 pouces même pas. ... A USB-C cable too small 4 inches not even. ... "
Fit
6cup, helmet, flat, bit, 3 5mm
+50%
-50%
Cables
5usb c, 3 5mm, jack, wire, un
+40%
-60%
" ... They include a great hard carrying case, a 3.5 to 3.5 jack cable to connect them to any device that has no bluetooth, and a (way too short) usb-c to a charging cable. ... "
" ... Was missing the USB C cable was missing ... But I had a spare cable. ... "
" ... Mais acheter un autre cable USB-C est recommandé, celui fourni faisant une longueur ridiculement courte. ... "
Touch Sensitivity
5controls, touch controls, controlls, reason, randomly
+80%
-20%
" ... Touch controls much more functional, and therefore useful, than I expected. ... "
" ... Last, a feature I didn't buy them for, but also am very impressed with is the touch controls. ... "
" ... Touch controls works perfect. ... "
Design
5high, everything, design, bit, modern
+100%
" ... I love the design and quality. ... "
" ... Having the option to personalize the colour scheme is nice but I prefer the Sony for comfort and slightly more modern feel. ... "
" ... Material feels premium, can sustain long. ... "
" ... - The overall texture became good, the gold touches gave it a bit of luxury. ... "
Returns
4two, though, returned, noise, like
-100%
" ... I had to return mine though ... "
Delivery
4amazon
+100%
" ... I grabbed a really good deal and the delivery was faster than ever. ... "
" ... Re Amazon delivery ... "
" ... In less than 12 hours delivery Amazing. ... "
Size
4use, travel, office, even, space
+100%
" ... Build Quality: Super-Lightweight. ... "
" ... My primary use is at the gym/office and occasionally when I travel. ... "
" ... It is much more comfortable thanks to the reduced weight. ... "
" ... Use this for light travel and while sitting home comfortably. ... "
For Kids
3le, est
+100%
" ... I bought these fo my daughter. ... "
" ... When I heard the sound that comes out of these I actually jumped up and down like a child and said "these are so good". ... "
" ... Le son est vraiment écoeurant ! ... "
Firmware
3update, 5, would, bluetooth, 0
+33%
-67%
" ... The lasted firmware update (5 months ago at the time of this update) has basically made this device useless. ... There is notting wrong with the headphones other than the firmware update. ... "
Features
3really, quick, price, excellent, attention
+100%
" ... The features of this unit are excellent, as most of the online reviews state. ... "
" ... Haven't had a chance to compare all the other features but just wanted to give my two cents on this product! ... Motion features can be unresponsive in cold environments. ... "
Water Resistance
3underwater, sounded
+67%
-33%
" ... But they absolutely blow the competition out of the water. ... "
" ... Have used down here also for listening to music while at the pool. ... Cant wait to use them at the beach. ... "
Review Spam Test PASS
In order to keep our review summaries as accurate as possible, we aggressively detect fake reviews. We use various signals to detect unnatural patterns and will gradually expose them here.
PASS
Review Count Per Reviewer
PASS
Unverified Review Streak
PASS
High Velocity Reviewers
PASS
Inactive Reviewers
PASS
Reviewer History Overlap
Specifications
No specs available.