Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM4/B
- SKU:
- 10104593
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 enjoy the phenomenal sound quality, comfort, and impressive battery life. They also appreciate the solid bass, lightweight design, and good fit, along with reliable connectivity. However, some customers find the touch controls annoying, believe the product is overpriced, and desire more volume.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
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
Sony headphones review
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.very good headphones. love the sound quality and the fit of the headphones
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ItunuA, we're glad you love the sound quality and fit of our product! 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-tune your music to your liking! Thank you for choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Noise Canceling for sure!!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the noise canceling headphones and how easy they fit on the ear.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Juan, we're glad you love our product! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Audio Excellence
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I've had the XM2's and the XM3's and while they're all incremental upgrades. The XM4's are by far the best ANC headphones on the market, especially at $279. These headphones easily compete with the offerings from BOSE and have a wonderful sound signature. The midnight blue option provides a high end classy look. I use these for evening listening of a wide variety of genres. The ANC is excellent to the point I've not heard someone yelling my name from just one room over. The ANC is fully adjustable so you can set yours so you can hear someone talking to you. But to cut to the chase, great headphones, worth every penny.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Touch controls
Very good product
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent product. The sound quality is unmatched. I am very pleased with this product. My only critique involves the ear cup “fingertip” controls: they just aren’t as responsive consistently as I would like. At times they simply “refuse” to respond with the desired action.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi there, Thank you for the positive feedback! Glad to hear that you are enjoying our WH-1000XM4 Headphones! 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Headphones are great
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are amazing sounding. I have a set of old beats headphones, no comparison. These headphones sound great, very comfortable over the ears. I like these greatly.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ccal,
Great choice! We're glad that you like the comfort and sound quality of the headphones. 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:Comfort, Sound quality
Good investment
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They are good on the noise and not to bulky to wear or carry
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello MayraL,
Thank you for sharing your feedback us and we're glad that you are pleased with the noise canceling feature and design of our WH1000XM4. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
The best keep getting better!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are the best ANC headphones you can get for your money. Best in class ANC Solid sound quality Solid features Solid improvements to comfort Y/Y Added dual BT connectivity
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
CEO of a LLC...
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was absolutely amazed how clear the music is and the noise cancelling feature was amazing how well it worked. There so many options just a little to high-tech for me, I got the hang of them after messing with them. Way better than the Beats Sony dollar for dollar the BEST!!!!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Awesome, StephenP! We're glad you like your new headphones. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Excellent noise canceling Headphone
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excited with noise canceling future, the material is so soft and feeling comfortable wearing headphone for long time.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RajaDP, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH-1000XM4 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. If you haven't already, please check our Sony Headphones Connect app which will let you fine-tune your music to your liking! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good headphones
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Comfortable fit. Connection is strong for one device. Will switch connecting to second device if that device is turned on. Overall great sounding headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Excellent choice, Javier! We are glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH-1000XM4! The WH-1000XM4 is designed 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-tune your music to your liking! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Amazing sound, so comfortable
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise cancellation is so good, sound is better than the bose, and i can wear them for houes comfortably
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MassAppealGolf, we're glad you like the noise canceling feature and sound quality of our product. 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! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Best headset for the money
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Got them for a trip and didn’t know I would fall for them this bad, noise cancelling is perfect for long trips and the battery and app are perfect.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Maestro,
Great! We're thrilled that these amazing 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
Good pair of headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound, not enough bass tho. But the sound for its money is good.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi IhnatiiK,
We're thrilled that you are enjoying the great sound and feel the Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones offer good value for your money.
We understand that everyone has a preference for bass, and the great news is you have full control over the low-end frequencies! You can easily adjust the bass to your liking by downloading the free Sony | Headphones Connect app. Inside the app, you'll find a built-in Equalizer that allows you to personally customize the sound profile, including boosting the bass and other low frequencies, to create your perfect listening experience.
Thanks for making Sony part of your listening experience!
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Noise cancellation not working as well
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise cancelling was really good until recently also the audio cuts out a lot and gets disconnected
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello IvyK,
Thank you for considering Sony products.
We apologize for the trouble you're having with your WH1000XM4 headphones. To help improve the noise cancelling and connection issues, we recommend these steps:
Firmware Update to Version 3.0.1: Please install the latest software to improve performance. Instructions are here: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm4/software/00261613
Reset the Headset: This clears temporary bugs without deleting pairing info. Instructions: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752743.html
Initialize (Factory Reset): If resetting doesn’t help, fully restore settings (note: this deletes all pairing info). Instructions: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752746.html
We want to get this resolved for you! If issues persist, please contact our dedicated support team for advanced help. You can find all contact options and resources at the link provided: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones! Super comfortable and premium sound quality with awesome noice cancellation
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi YoelF,
Great! We're glad that you like the comfort, sound quality, and noise canceling function of the headphones. 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:Comfort
Fantastic!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.After looking at a lot of reviews I chose these over ear headphones for an 11 hour flight. They were extremely comfortable and made the long, cramped, economy class trip less stressful.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Austin,
It's great to hear about your positive experience with the WH-1000XM4 headphones during your long flight. The WH-1000XM4 is known for its excellent comfort and effective noise cancellation, making it a preferred choice for frequent travelers. Enjoy your continued use of the headphones on your journeys!
Thank you for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
sony
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.very good quality. use everyday and still maintains the sound quality. battery health is also great
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KhoiN,
Perfect! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality and battery life of the headphones. 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:Bass, Sound quality
Best Value
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sounding headphones. Bass profile is strong, I'm using custom EQ that makes the sound more lively and punchy. Gotta love BT multipoint as well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kannan1423, Awesome! We're glad you like the powerful bass, great sound quality, and custom EQ settings using the Sony headphones connect app, and multipoint connection feature of your new Sony headphones. 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Awesome Headsets
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased these primarily for travel on an airplane. They do an excellent job of canceling out noise. They are very comfortable and light weight.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Leed,
Great! We're thrilled that these headphones are perfect for your travels. 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