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
Great headphones! Just one problem..
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The headphones are of superior build quality. There is an issue that arises with extended use, or more specifically, extended use with too much pressure on the earcups. Earwax manages to penetrate all the way to the active noise cancellation chip, leading to an incredibly loud, annoying, and seemingly never-ending high pitched ring. The problem can be solved by taking apart the headset but it’s inconvenient. Apart from that, the ANC and audio quality are everything you could expect at this price point.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Tony,
Thanks for taking the time to share such a detailed and thoughtful review of your WH-1000XM4 headphones. We're very happy to hear that you appreciate the superior build quality, audio performance, and noise cancellation.
We are sorry to hear about the specific issue you've experienced with the high-pitched ringing. We understand how frustrating and inconvenient this can be, and we truly appreciate you providing such a detailed description of the problem's cause. We do not recommend that customers take apart their headphones, as this can cause further damage and may void the warranty.
This type of issue can sometimes be caused by moisture or debris affecting the internal microphones used for noise cancellation. For an official solution, we recommend contacting our support team directly. They can provide you with the proper servicing options to ensure your headphones are restored to full performance while maintaining their integrity. This is the link: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Sincerely,
Jenn | Sony Social Media Team.
Rocking with comfort.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I went on a search for headphones with good sound quality, solid active noise canceling at a price point that made sense. These fit the bills and are overall comfortable while wearing my prescription glasses all day.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, SabrinaS,
Thanks for the review! It’s great to hear that our product has effectively met your needs. We are sure their amazing Noise Cancelling Technology, and their comfortable and lightweight design will make you like them even more! Do not forget to download the Sony Sound Connect app to enhance the sound quality and the experience!
Thank you for choosing Sony, have an amazing day!
-DiegoV
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Had Momentum M2 before, was deciding between Bose 700 and this one, really like sound, decent call quality, light weight and comfortable, makes my ears sweaty though. However will see moving forward.
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Posted .Hi SGIL, you definitely made the right choice. 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
Great Option
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound. These over the ear headphones are very comfortable. It comes with a nice case and a few accessories to plug into a plane or into a headphone jack. It is easy to use and the noise cancelling feature works well
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Sydney, Thank you for the positive review! We're thrilled to hear you like the great sound, comfortable fit, sturdy case, ease of use, and exceptional noise canceling of your Sony WH1000XM4. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Best headphones owned
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Comfortable, doesn’t hurt head/ears, sound quality is amazing, battery life amazing
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Posted .Hi Brian,
We appreciate the 5-star rating and we're happy to hear that you like the sound quality, comfortable design and battery performance 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
Best Active Noise Cancelling
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These have way better active noise cancelling than my prior pair of Soundcore Q45 ANC headphones as well as a longer battery life. That being said the sound quality is exactly the same, so if you're hesitant about spending this much on a pair of headphones they're an amazing alternative.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Conley, Thank you for the awesome review! We're glad you like the exceptional noise cancellation and sound quality of your new Sony WH1000XM4. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Worth the money
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have been using things headphones for work and I will say it's worth the money. I use these headphones for work and and can say these headphones exceeded my expectations. They're comfortable and can be used non-stop for 8+ work days without causing any headaches, or sweat. The audio is crisp and with the app I can change the mode settings based on my location to see how much noise cancellation I want. The headphones come with a small travel case, aux cable (if you don't want to use bluetooth), and a charger. Con: The microphone isn't the best Pro: I have 4 budgies and have been able to block them out thanks to these headphones when I'm working!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi M1234, Awesome! We're glad to hear that the WH1000XM4 has exceeded your expectations and you feel that it is worth its price! And good to know you appreciate the comfortable fit, excellent sound quality, Sony headphone connect app customization, and the added headphone case.
To ensure optimal call quality, please make sure that the firmware is up to date using the companion app.
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! -Sam
Best over ear headphones IMO
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality is excellent, headphones are extremely comfortable and the battery life is exceptional.
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Posted .Hi Publicschoolcarpenter, We're glad to hear that you like your new Sony headphones. Thank you for supporting Sony! -Carl
Comfy noise cancelling!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the noise canceling feature! Clean design and super comfortable!
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Posted .Hi BradB,
Thank you for the purchase and we're glad to hear that you love the 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
My Absolute Favorite
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Got them as a Christmas gift and they were so perfect for me. I had a lot of compliments while wearing them. They are really comfortable to wear in any kind of weather, wouldn't recommend working out in these, they slip out of your head pretty easily, but overall these work amazingly well. The noise cancellation is really good. Definitely worth the price.
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Posted .That's awesome, Daisy! We're glad you're happy with your purchase. Make sure to keep your device's firmware up to date to enjoy all its features. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Craig
Dependable, comfortable, useful
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have started traveling for work more and needed a pair of noise-cancelling headphones. I'm incredibly please with this purchase! The headphones connect seamlessly with my devices, the noise cancelling is strong but not overpowering, and the battery life is really long. Plus they are stylish!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CollinC, awesome! It is nice to know that you are enjoying our product! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Perfect headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent headphones. Excellent bass, yet clear vocals. I use it for rap music, but all other music sounds excellent. I am using them wired mostly, so I cannot comment on the use of the noise canceling yet. But I have tried it out, and it blocks out a lot of noise. Beautiful matte look in midnight blue. I love the case and accessories. The only issue I can point out is the top of my head hurts a bit from the headband after an hour use, but its not enough to knock a star off. The ear pads are very plush and comfy.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kari, We are glad that you like most of the features and capabilities of your brand new Sony wireless headphones. Sorry to hear that your head hurts a bit after using the unit for an hour. You can always adjust the length of the headband according to the size of your head for a more comfortable wearing experience: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002928786.html.
WH-1000XM4 headphones incorporate two technologies to maximize noise-canceling performance. These headphones have a built-in analog amplifier integrated into the HD Noise-Canceling Processor QN1 realizes an unmatched signal-to-noise ratio for low distortion and exceptional sound quality for portable devices. We appreciate your feedback. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Vincent
Great Sound!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great Sound. Comparable to Bose. Comfortable. Long battery Life.
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Posted .Hello Snypar,
Wow! Thanks for the wonderful review and we are very happy to hear that you are pleased with the audio quality, comfortability and battery life of our WH1000XM4. You can now listen to your favorite vibe without the hassle of the outside noise. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Marco
Overall good
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overall amazing headphones, love the audio quality as a person who has bought a lot of main stream over the ear headphones. I’d say these aren’t for heavy gym users. The band is pretty will and it’ll fall when laying down in my experience
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Marco,
We appreciate your positive remarks on the WH-1000XM4 Headphones' outstanding audio quality, and it's great to hear they stand out among mainstream options. We understand your concerns regarding stability during heavy movement, like at the gym or when lying down, as these headphones are optimized more for premium listening and travel comfort rather than intense physical activity. For a more secure fit during exercise, you might consider our sport-focused models, which are specifically designed to handle greater movement and sweat resistance.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Birthday Gift
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones absolutely brought joy to my daughter for her birthday. She loves how comfortable they are and the charge time.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello DaleV,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re honored to hear that the WH-1000XM4 headphones brought such joy to your daughter on her birthday. Knowing she appreciates the comfort and charge time makes us proud to be part of her special moments.
Best regards,
-Fred
Best purchase of 2020
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Absolutely fantastic headphones. The earcups are very soft and comfortable. The headphones are not so tight that they hurt my head after a few hours. They are tight enough that they stay on securely when I move my head about, though. The headband's cushion is comfortable and don't flatten my hair. I've been wearing these every day for my 8-hour work from home days and can confirm that the battery life, sound quality, and comfort are top notch. Noise cancellation is excellent and even when I'm listening to quiet classical music I can't hear my family talk right next to me. Absolutely fantastic. Pairing with my iphone xr was a breeze with the matching sony headphones app.
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Posted .Hi Bommie,
Great! We're thrilled that you're enjoying the amazing features 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. Thanks for choosing Sony!
~Ralph
WH-1000XM4 Review
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Impeccable quality. I was hearing musical textures in songs I've listened to for years for the first time. The only negative thing I have to say about it is how sensitive the touch pad is. I'm always accidently hanging up.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi User144668,
We feel privileged to know that our headphones have allowed you to rediscover your favorite songs by revealing musical textures you hadn't noticed before. We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding the sensitivity of the touch sensor; if you find it a bit too reactive for your style, you can actually disable the "Touch Sensor Control Panel" within the Sony Headphones Connect app to prevent those accidental hang-ups.
Thank you for trusting Sony and making us a part of your daily listening.
Regards,
Dominick
Best bass and comfortable
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The best bass of all the comparable headphones on the market. Very comfortable to wear and good battery life.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Pasdormi, Good to hear that you like the battery life, comfort, and audio quality. 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
Game changer for air travel!
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Wow! These headphones are a game changer on long, international flights! Blocks out almost all sounds. It really makes a flight less stressful without all the noises. I also like the feature to turn off noise cancelling (just touch the right earpiece) if you need to hear an announcement or talk with the flight attendant. Highly recommend for flights!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TechReviewer1, Great! You definitely made the right choice. We're glad you're enjoying all the improvements we made on these headphones. Your assessment is spot on! These headphones are are perfect for travel or the daily commute. 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. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Jess
Loved it, i bought a second pair
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Worth the price. I unfortunately lost my first pair but I bought them again Long lasting battery, easy to use, and comes with a case! Love the noise cancellation!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MichelleC,
We’re so glad to hear you love your WH-1000XM4 headphones so much that you got a second pair! It's great to know you're enjoying the long battery life, ease of use, and top-tier noise cancellation.
Thanks for choosing Sony again—we appreciate your support! Enjoy! -Maria