Amazon Renewed · would buy again
20 said yes, 11 said no.
Yes. Worth considering at a renewed price, but expect some risk of early hinge or durability problems.
Yes, would buy again
No, would not
Reviews last counted October 30, 2026
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In short
Renewed Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones that mostly do the job, with most buyers happy with the noise canceling and sound, though opinions split on value.
Good for
Shoppers who want flagship noise canceling and are comfortable saving money with a refurbished pair backed by a 90-day warranty.
Watch for
A few buyers say the hinge broke with regular use, sometimes within a year, so treat durability as the main gamble.
Each row is a yes-or-no question. Not every review answered every question.
We counted 32 reviews. We left out 0 reviews that were only about delivery.
Would buy againYes
“Great headphones, Great quality, pretty comfortable and very adjustable, also pretty durable since I've dropped it a few times and spilt water on it...”
Would buy againYes
“The noise cancellation on these is incredible, as is the sound quality. As others have noted, these are also very light....”
Would buy againNo
“Comfortable, great sound, poorly designed hinge makes this impossible to recommend. Broke with regular use after one year”
Would buy againNo
“...They break very easily and are terrible for the gym. Do not buy, junk!”
Would buy againNo
“i really love the sound quality and noise cancellation of these headphones, but i don’t like how easily they slip off my head”
Would buy againYes
“...Battery life is good, noise cancelling is great, sound quality is great. Renewed headset is very worth it”
Would buy againYes
“...Noise cancellation is good but obviously doesn’t block out every single sound when using and the ambient modes pretty nice too....”
Would buy againNo
“There is a constant noise like crackling or static in the left ear as long as Noise Cancelling or Ambient Sound are on....”