Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM4/B
- SKU:
- 10101562
Rating by feature
- Sound Quality
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Connectivity
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers are enthusiastic about the phenomenal sound quality, exceptional comfort, and impressive battery life of the product. They also praise its solid bass, lightweight design, good fit, reliable connectivity, and premium aesthetic. Conversely, some users express frustration with the touch controls, perceive the product as overpriced, and wish for higher volume output.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Awsome headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.excellent voice quality, good fit. love noise cancellations
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ImranA, we're glad you love your new headphones! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Wonderful listening
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sony makes the best sounding and best fitting earphones. And this new version of their excellent earphone lineup is no exception. Glad I upgraded to these earphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi THBoc, thank you so much for the 5 Star review!
We are so happy to hear you are satisfied with the incredible sound quality and comfortable fit design of our WH-1000XM4.
The WH-1000XM4 is a new design, with intelligent and intuitive Ambient Sound Control features that include improvements to Multipoint connection and our industry-leading Noise Cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and Smart Listening that adjusts to your behavior and location. Using the Sony Headphones Connect app, Ambient Sound Control lets you adjust the volume of background sound and gives you the option to allow voices alone to be heard. Meanwhile, the equalizer lets you customize sound levels to suit your music.
Thank you so much for purchasing our WH-1000XM4 and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Work as advertised, definitely recommend
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are super comfortable and the instructions are simple to follow. Most importantly, they are effective at blocking out sound if you're in a noisy office.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ProductMatt,
Thank you for the 5-star rating and we're glad you like the noise canceling function and comfort of the headphones. The WH-1000XM4 is a new design, with intelligent and intuitive Ambient Sound Control features that include improvements to Multipoint connection and our industry-leading Noise Cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and Smart Listening that adjusts to your behavior and location. We appreciate the recommendation and thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
UNBELIEVABLE!!!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fantastic. Just... FANTASTIC!!! The Sony WH-1000XM4 shows just how good a high-end, flagship pair of headphones can sound. Did I say fantastic? FANTASTIC! Get these. No, really, GET THESE!! Or otherwise you will never know what music really sounds like. Now, all I have to do is decide whether to throw away my Powerbeats earbuds, or give them away. I know I will NEVER listen to them again. Not after listening to THESE HEADPHONES. Difference?? Night. And. Day. No wonder these are the top-rated headphones. They are...I really can not explain it, okay. Just BUY them! You will not, definitely NOT regret it. I surely didn't.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi FASCINATED,
Thank you for the positive feedback. We are glad you are happy with your purchase. The WH-1000XM4 is a new design, with intelligent and intuitive Ambient Sound Control features that include improvements to Multipoint connection and our industry-leading Noise Cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and Smart Listening that adjusts to your behavior and location. We appreciate the recommendation and thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
best headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.so comfy i honestly like it more than the xm5 bc it folds nicely
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KevinL,
That's great to hear! We are thrilled you're finding the WH-1000XM4 so comfortable and appreciate you highlighting the convenient folding design. We know that feature is a favorite for many users!
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Nice to have
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Using in flight and they are really quite effective in doing their job and on most flights wired into the entertainment.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
5 stars
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love em 5 stars must have Just love everything about them I go for a week without even changing Extremely clear .. the noise cancelation is amazing
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi FranklinW, thank you for the 5-star review! It's truly wonderful to know how much you're loving your Sony - WH1000XM4 headphones. It's awesome that you're getting such a long battery life, up to 30 hours on a single charge really makes a difference! We're so glad the crystal-clear sound and industry-leading noise cancellation are giving you the immersive listening experience we designed them for. Thank you for choosing Sony, and enjoy every moment with your music! Best regards, -Dominick
Great Value
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased in 2025 at less than half the price of the then current model XM6. I'm willing to pay for the best if I can afford it, but value matters even more to me. I didn't notice any difference between the two in minimal testing, so saving about $200 was the right choice for me.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi WeiszGuy,
We are pleased to hear that you found such excellent value in the WH-1000XM4! While newer models like the WH-1000XM6 introduce specialized features such as an upgraded 10-band EQ, improved transparency mode, and the ability to listen while charging, the XM4 remains a fan favorite for its comfortable folding design and industry-leading noise cancellation. We agree that the "value-to-performance" ratio of the XM4 is hard to beat, and we're glad they are providing the premium experience you were looking for at a price that works for you.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
A must for students and anyone who likes quietness
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Absolutely love these! I bought them for my class since I kept breaking my EarPods (wired). I highly recommend, especially for students. I had construction going on right outside my window during my lectures and the noise cancelling blocked out the noise allowing me to focus in class including exams! In some occasions I would used them to take naps while construction was still going outside and I was able to sleep comfortably. I consider these headphones to be my BEST investment.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi lizz,
Awesome! We're thrilled that these headphones are perfect for your lifestyle. Intelligent and intuitive, the WH-1000XM4 headphones offer further improvements to our industry-leading noise cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and smart listening that adjusts to your behavior and your location. Using the Sony Headphones Connect app, Ambient Sound Control lets you adjust the volume of background sound and gives you the option to allow voices alone to be heard. Meanwhile, the Equalizer lets you customize sound levels to suit your music. Thanks for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
I can drown out the demons
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I still think this product has the best noise-canceling in the market, and that's it. The sound is satisfactory but far from impressive. It will sound amazing to the average consumer, but if you are not the average consumer and listen to HIFI or use a streaming service like Tidal, the sound is average, even with the AUX cord. Yes, these do support LDAC as well, and it is the same story. The XM4s are aimed at consumers with the increased bass right out of the box. Make sure you wash the back of your ears extra well because of how sweaty you will get wearing these in the summer.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Christopher, Awesome! Glad to hear that you are happy with the sound quality and noise cancelling of your new WH-1000XM4! The WH-1000XM4 is a new design, with intelligent and intuitive Ambient Sound Control features that include improvements to Multipoint connection and our industry-leading Noise Cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and Smart Listening that adjusts to your behavior and location. If you haven't already, please check our Sony Headphones Connect app which will let you fine-tine your music to your liking! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Best headphones I’ve owned
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones ever. Comfortable, great sound, easy to use, good style. There is an app but I don’t tend to use it. Very satisfied with the purchase.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi 503er, we're glad you like the ease of use and comfort of our industry-leading noise canceling headphones. The WH-1000XM4 headphones offer further improvements to our industry-leading noise cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and smart listening that adjusts to your behavior and your location. Using the Sony Headphones Connect app, Ambient Sound Control lets you adjust the volume of background sound and gives you the option to allow voices alone to be heard. For total convenience, WH-1000XM4 headphones can be paired with two Bluetooth devices at the same time. So when a call comes in, your headphones know which device is ringing and connect to the right one automatically. You'll also be able to quickly, smoothly switch your headphones to either of the two devices at the touch of a button. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These work soooo good! The noiose canceling is perfect for a big noisy city or public transportation!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your fantastic review, TylerM!
We are so thrilled to hear that your WH-1000XM4 headphones are working so well for you! It's incredibly rewarding to know that the noise canceling is perfect for navigating a big, noisy city or public transportation. We designed these headphones to provide a peaceful escape from the world around you, and it brings us great satisfaction to know we've succeeded.
Thank you again for choosing Sony and for sharing your experience.
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Very Crisp Sound Quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have a Bose headphones but the Sony headphones has the treble that I have been looking for in a headphone. I bought this for my teen and I will be purchasing one for myself as well! Impressed by the crispness of the sound.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MadzB, You've made an excellent choice! We're thrilled to hear that you are impressed with the crispness of the sound in our Sony WH-1000XM4. It's great to know that they have the treble quality you were looking for. We're delighted that you plan to purchase another pair for yourself. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Sony Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent product! Sound quality is amazing, noise cancelling top rated. Tested other in comparison, these headphones provide state of the art sound and comfort.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Pinkpalmtree, Great! We are glad that you are enjoying your newest noise canceling headphones. The WH-1000XM4 is a new design, with intelligent and intuitive Ambient Sound Control features that include improvements to Multipoint connection and our industry-leading Noise Cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and Smart Listening that adjusts to your behavior and location. Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Way better than Beats
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best value and sound for over ear. Prefer it to the 6
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your fantastic feedback, NoahM!
We are absolutely delighted to hear that you feel the WH-1000XM4 headphones offer the "Best value and sound for over ear." It is incredibly rewarding to know that the XM4 continues to deliver such a superior and highly-valued audio experience for our loyal customers.
Thank you again for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Amazing sound!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.very comfortable and they sound great! and look good, too.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BigCWill70, That's awesome! We're so thrilled to hear you like the comfortable fit, great sound, and good look and design of your Sony WH1000XM4. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best headphones ever!!!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Worth every penny spent on these headphones!!! The only thing I would like to see change is they don’t come with a charging block (not a big deal), the usb cord is SUPER short, and for the money you would think they would have a nicer case. All nit picking stuff. That’s how AMAZING these headphones are!!! The headphones themselves are hands down the best headphones I have ever owned and in my humble opinion the best on the market. The sound quality is AWESOME and the noise canceling is AMAZING. They even canceled out the noise of a concrete saw cutting through 12” and 14” of concrete. Like they worked better than ear plugs!!! Highly recommend!!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Humbly,
You made the right choice! The WH-1000XM4 is a new design, with intelligent and intuitive Ambient Sound Control features that include improvements to Multipoint connection and our industry-leading Noise Cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and Smart Listening that adjusts to your behavior and location.
We appreciate your feedback about the cable, case, and charging adaptor. Thanks for sharing your review and for choosing Sony.
~Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
5/5 Would Recommend
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good sound quality, good durability, and lightweight
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AbrahamC, You've made an excellent choice! Thank you for upgrading to your new WH-1000XM4 headphones. We're glad you're enjoying all the improvements we made on these headphones. Your assessment is spot on! The headphones blend sophisticated style with exceptional comfort. Super-soft, pressure-relieving earpads in foamed urethane evenly distribute pressure and increase ear/pad contact for a stable fit. And with a lighter-weight design, you'll barely notice you're wearing them. Thank you so much for the amazing review and for trusting Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
great sound quality
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.very good, crazy sound quality, and the headphones are so comfortable
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello HenryH,
Nice! We are truly delighted to hear that you are amazed with the awesome sound quality and comfortability of your new XM4. Enjoy and thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Love it
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So comfy and sound is awesome. Use it everyday and noise cancelling is pretty great too.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jonny, Amazing! We're so thrilled to hear you like the comfortable fit, awesome sound, and great noise cancellation of your Sony WH1000XM4. Intelligent and intuitive, the WH-1000XM4 headphones offer further improvements to our industry-leading noise cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and smart listening that adjusts to your behavior and your location. Using the Sony Headphones Connect app, Ambient Sound Control lets you adjust the volume of background sound and gives you the option to allow voices alone to be heard. Meanwhile, the Equalizer lets you customize sound levels to suit your music. Thanks for choosing Sony. -Sam