Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM4/B
- SKU:
- 10562602
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
to a friend
Comfort and Performance is Better Than Others
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this for my college student's 21st bday. She loves it! Noise cancelling works great and she said it fits comfortably around her ears.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for sharing this wonderful review, HappyCustomer!
We are absolutely thrilled to hear that the WH-1000XM4 headphones were a successful 21st birthday gift for your college student! It is rewarding to know she loves it, and that the noise cancelling works great while fitting comfortably around her ears.
Thank you again for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
AMAZING
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really like the active noise cancellation feature and the sound is great. Would recommend purchasing.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ang31,
That's wonderful to hear! We're thrilled that you're enjoying the WH-1000XM4 headphones so much, particularly the active noise cancellation and the excellent sound quality. It means a lot to us that you'd recommend them. Thank you for sharing your 5-star review! We strive to create products that deliver an exceptional audio experience, and your feedback truly validates our efforts.
Thanks for choosing Sony, have an amazing day!
DiegoV
Great sound and ANC
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound, plus awesome noise cancelling feature. I recently used it on a flight and I could not be happier, I enjoyed the movies and entertainment in flight very much Highly recommend
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Chico,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn't be happier to hear that your WH1000XM4 headphones delivered great sound and impressive noise cancelling during your flight. It's wonderful to know they made your in-flight entertainment more enjoyable. Thank you for your recommendation and for sharing your experience with us—it truly means a lot.
Best regards,
-Fred
Amazingly Amazing Sounding Headphones!!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are all they're cracked up to be on the amazing reviews online! Sony has the corner on the market with over the ear headphones in my opinion. I've had some Sony wired MDRV-6 headphones for decades and they're still making them as they're one of the most venerable pair on the market still today, running around 4 Bills to get them. These Sony-WH-1000XM4's are no slouch for Wireless Headphones! I'm truly amazed with the spatiality, accuracy, and noise-cancelling qualities of these headphones. When you add in the Sony 360 Reality recordings it's truly going to take you to a whole different level. Wanna feel like you're in the studio and looking in different directions for each musician... that's what 360 is about. Very much like a live performance. I'm using TIDAL for my online music choice after reading many reviews about different services. I'm TOTALLY happy with their quality as it never fails to amaze me with their sound and they offer the Sony 360 music too! I'm sold on these, and the only headsets that compare are my wired Sony MDRV-6's. I don't like to buy things twice as I like to get what I want the first time, and I'm very happy. You might pay a pretty penny for these, but they're worth every hard earned penny you spend!
I would recommend this to a friendAwesome Sauce!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome product and Awesome sound! Got it at a great price!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GeorgeG,
That's fantastic to hear! We're so glad you're enjoying the awesome sound and noise-canceling performance of your WH-1000XM4 headphones. Thank you for the five-star review!
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
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 for the price!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Really terrific, the noise cancelation is wonderful! Sound reproduction is very good and it fits my oversized head. Gonna get another set for work.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello MichaelS,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're elated to hear that you’re enjoying the WH1000XM4 headphones! It’s great to know the noise cancellation and sound quality are standing out for you, along with a comfortable fit. It’s fantastic to know you’re planning to get another set for work. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate you making our headphones a part of both your personal and professional life.
Best regards,
-Fred
Incredible sound cancelling
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are incredible headphones; the noise cancelling has to be heard to be believed. It makes plane journeys much more tolerable. The battery life is amazing too.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BreakEvenFlame, we're glad you like the noise canceling and battery of our product! The WH1000XM4 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. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
Comfortable
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Comfortable, noise cancelling. Some trouble figuring out the controls but I still love the headset.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CollegeMom!
It's a true pleasure to hear you're loving your WH-1000XM4 headset! We designed it with features like Adaptive Sound Control for personalized listening and Speak-to-Chat for seamless conversations, making your audio experience truly immersive.
We understand the controls can take a little getting used to, so to help you master them, here's a link with more information about all the controls and functions: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752814.html
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
Great Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones. Lightweight, great bass and overall sound. App is very user friendly. Very pleased with this purchase.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ShaunY, we're glad you like our product! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Expensive but good headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony WH-1000XM4 is good wireless noise cancelling headphone. I have not used other high end headphones and hence cannot compare. Usage: Primarily for conference calls using computer audio Pros: Battery life Sound quality Pair 2 devices simultaneously Cons: After 6 months of usage, hear some hiss occasionally. Read that this is due to the moisture build up. Need to disconnect and reconnect the bluetooth and run the "Test connection" wizard to verify for webex calls to get the audio going.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Novice1,
We're glad that you like the sound quality, battery life, and multipoint function of the headphones. It's unfortunate that you are experiencing a hissing sound with these headphones.
Allow us to turn your experience around. Please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com. Apologies if you disclosed some of this information in your review and to customer service, we just want to ensure that we have your accurate details at the time of communication.
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Additional Information regarding your experience with the WH1000XM4.
Sincerely,
-Ralph
Sony Social Support
Good for college
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product for college, it’s comfy as well as light weight
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi IsaacC, Thank you for this amazing review of your WH-1000XM4. We're glad that you love the exceptional comfort and overall features of these lightweight headphones. These 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 for your purchase and for the 5-star rating! -Jess
Sony I like
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this for my son as a a graduation gift and he loves it so much!! He’s also excited to use it when he goes to college. Very quiet… fits well and more affordable than other brands out there :)
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MayDay,
That's very nice to hear! We're glad that your son loves the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
Just Ok
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality is excellent along with Noise cancellation, but I've had some connectivity issues along the way which you don't expect for a product of this sort and price.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CesarT,
Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the WH1000XM4. We're glad that you like the sound quality and noise canceling function of the headphones. It's unfortunate that you are experiencing connectivity issues.
For optimum performance, make sure to update the software version of the headphones (via the Sony Headphones Connect app). You may also find these steps helpful:
-Set the headset to “Priority on stable connection” mode using the Sony Headphones Connect app.
-Remove any obstacles between the antenna of the connecting Bluetooth device and the built-in antenna of the headset.
-Bluetooth communications may be disabled, or noise or audio dropout may occur under the following conditions:
>When there is a human body between the headset and the Bluetooth device. In this case, put the Bluetooth device in the same direction as the antenna of the headset to improve the Bluetooth communications.
>When there is an obstacle, such as metal or a wall, between the headset and the Bluetooth device.
>In places with wireless LAN, where a microwave oven is used, electromagnetic waves are generated, etc.
>Where there are other wireless communication audio devices or other people nearby, such as in train station premises or on a crowded train.
Additional troubleshooting steps are available on this link:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752755.html
Resetting and initializing the headset may also help resolve those issues:
Resetting the headset
-Press both the (power) button and the CUSTOM button simultaneously while charging. The headset will be reset. The device registration (pairing) information is not deleted.
If the headset does not operate correctly even after resetting, initialize the headset to restore factory settings.
Initializing the headset
-Turn off the headset while the USB Type-C cable is disconnected and then press and hold the (power) button and the CUSTOM button simultaneously for 7 seconds or more. The indicator (blue) flashes 4 times, and the headset is initialized. This operation resets volume settings, etc. to the factory settings, and deletes all pairing information. In this case, delete the pairing information for the headset from the device and then pair them again.
Hope this helps. If still not resolved or you need further assistance, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com.
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Sincerely,
-Ralph
Xm3, but 30% better
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really recommend reading xm3 reviews and decide: If you would pay 350 for the xm3 even thought those are cheaper, then totally buy the xm4. Xm4: - More comfortable - Usage detection - Like 5% better ANC - Speak to deactivate ANC - Better microphone - Connect to two bluetooth devices
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LFCASTILLOV, We're glad that you appreciate all its upgrades. Sony’s industry-leading noise cancellation evolves to further immerse you in your music. The addition of Sony’s proprietary HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1 masterfully eliminates the noise around you. Listen all day with up to 30 hours of battery life. Quick charging gives five hours of playback with just a 10-minute charge.
To get the most out of your WH-1000XM4, download the Sony | Headphones Connect App. It includes Adaptive Sound Control—which automatically adjusts noise canceling based on your activity and an equalizer—which can be customized to fine-tune your music. Using our advanced noise canceling technology, we designed these headphones so you can block out noise and experience next-level silence. Plus, you have the ability to use the convenient smart features including Quick Attention, Google Assistant/Alexa/Siri compatibility, and touch controls. Thanks for choosing Sony.
~Ralph
Review of Sony Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The bass in these headphones are amazing! However, it is confusing at times to remember which way to swipe across the headphones to turn up the volume or switch songs. I’ve also noticed that the headphones will change from noise cancellation to ambient without me doing it and I don’t know if that’s a simple fix or if it’s something else.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JheneS,
We are thrilled to hear you're loving the amazing bass on your WH-1000XM4 headphones. Regarding the controls, for volume, swipe up repeatedly for louder and down repeatedly for quieter; for tracks, swipe forward for the next song and backward for the previous song. The automatic mode change is likely due to the Adaptive Sound Control or Speak-to-Chat features in the Sony | Headphones Connect app. Please open the app and disable both of those features to keep it locked on Noise Cancellation. If the issue continues after checking those settings, please reach out to our support team for further assistance. Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Amazing headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality and noise cancelling are both excellent, headphones are super light and comfortable, and the multi-device support works perfectly between my phone and my iPad. I have absolutely no complaints about these headphones so far!
I would recommend this to a friendBEST headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are the most comfortable headphones I've used! Others have made my ears hurt, but these are perfect! The noise-cancelling works super well! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JenniferE,
That's very nice to hear! We're glad that you like the comfortable design and noise canceling 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. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
Great Product
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product, love the sound quality and the app made for the headphones just adds so it. Noise Cancelling is great, and very comfortable. Worth the price, one of the best products on the market.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi WarrenB,
We appreciate the 5-star rating and we're glad to hear that you like the sound quality, Sony headphone connect app, noise canceling and comfortable design 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. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
Quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones in the market!! Sounds great with almost anything especially with songs that have a lot of bass makes them stand out the most
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Erik,
That's fantastic to hear! We're thrilled that you consider the WH-1000XM4 headphones the best on the market, especially how they make songs with a lot of bass truly stand out. We put a lot of effort into delivering exceptional sound and industry-leading noise cancellation, and feedback like yours reaffirms that. Thanks for choosing Sony.
-Eliab