If you’ve been eyeing a new pair of headphones (or looking for a last-minute gift, though one that would arrive just after Christmas), consider this deal on the popular Sony WH-1000XM5 model on Amazon: Not only are the headphones 52% off, bringing the price down from $520 to $248, they also come with a free pair of WF-C700N Truly Wireless Noise Canceling Earbuds, which cost $90 on their own.
This holiday bundle deal only lasts until Dec. 31.
While the XM5s are no longer the latest model, they still hold up: Our reviewer called them “basically perfect” when they came out in 2022, and they’re significantly less expensive than this year’s WH-1000XM6 model. The deal is available for all four colors of the XM5s: Black, Midnight Blue, Silver, and Smoky Pink.
The WH-1000XM5 headphones offer 30 hours of battery life, impressive sound quality, strong noise cancellation, multi-point connection, and a comfortable fit. At this price, they’re a solid pair of premium headphones that we strongly recommend — particularly when they come with an additional pair of earbuds that may be easier to travel with or use when exercising.
Also: Sony WH-1000XM6 vs. WH-1000XM5: I compared both headphones, and this model wins
Don’t miss this deal on the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones plus free WF-C700N Truly Wireless Noise Canceling Earbuds while it lasts.
How I rated this deal
At over 50% off and one of the lowest prices we’ve seen on the WH-1000XM5, I’d rate this deal a 5/5. Throwing in the free pair of Sony earbuds as well makes it an even stronger deal.
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