Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM4/B
- SKU:
- 11047585
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 and the exceptional comfort these headphones provide during extended use. Users also frequently praise the impressive battery life, lightweight design, and solid bass performance. While the overall experience is highly positive, some users have expressed minor frustrations regarding the sensitivity of the touch controls and the limited maximum volume. Additionally, a small segment of customers feels that the product is priced higher than they would prefer.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Softest, Most Comfortable to Wear
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I wear glasses, and find most standard headphones uncomfortable. These are excellent for form fitting softness. The sound quality is great. My only issue with them is the headphones smell like chemicals. That's a deal breaker for me, but not for my spouse.
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Posted .Hi Renej,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're very glad to hear that you find the WH-1000XM4 headphones comfortable, especially while wearing glasses, and that you're enjoying the great sound quality. We are truly sorry to hear about the chemical smell you experienced. That is certainly not the experience we want for our customers, and we understand why that would be a deal-breaker for you. We take the quality and materials of our products very seriously, and we'll be sure to pass your comments on to our product team for review.
Thank you for considering Sony products!
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Comfortable with great sound quality
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are in my opinion the best headphones money can buy right now. They are very comfortable and sound amazing, deep bass, clear mids, and clear highs. The highs aren't so sharp that they're ear piercing though but they are very clear.
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Posted .Hi Charlie, we're glad you like the comfort and sound quality of our industry-leading noise canceling 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. 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
10/10 highly recommended
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.these have truly been the best headphones, even for running. the sound and quality is truly amazing.
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Posted .Hi AngelinaB!
Thanks for sharing your review with us! We are thrilled to hear that your WH-1000XM4 headphones are working out so well for you, even during your runs. It’s great to know they’re keeping up with your lifestyle and providing the sound quality you were looking for.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Comfortable and good sound proof
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very comfortable and really great sound proof. I would highly recommended. Additionally, the staff at Best Buy at waterford CT is very knowledgeable.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello SangL!
Thank you for sharing such a positive review of your WH-1000XM4 headphones.
It is truly wonderful to know that you find them very comfortable and that the soundproofing is really great!
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
They are good but.. Nah they are perfect
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Perfect Headset, yes they are Over-ear ( not like others B by…) Sound quality is a 10/10 Noise cancellation is a 9.5/10 Comfort is a 11/10 very comfortable Easy to pair 9.0/10 Yes Apple devices are easier This are the best headset i have ever use, for me comfort is a must.
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Posted .Hi Hector! Glad to hear that you are happy with the overall performance of your new WH-1000XM4! 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. -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Sony headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Like them alot they have a great sound I really recommend them you could take them anywhere Especially on the road trip They are really comfortable ..
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Posted .Hi NatividadC, we're glad you like our industry-leading noise canceling headphones! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great sound
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’ve been using ear buds for quite awhile but thought I’d try a good set of headphones and so far have been extremely satisfied. They’re not so heavy to cause discomfort and they are very good at isolating other sounds in the room. Being cordless really makes being mobile extra good!
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Posted .Hi Binky,
You made the right choice with these 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!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Price
Great sound and comfortable
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have no regrets buying theae headphones. They sound great and the noise canceling is top notch. They are pricey but you get what you pay for. I highly recommend them.
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Posted .Hello postalAlien,
Good decision! We're glad that you are pleased with the audio quality and noise canceling feature as well as the comfort of our Sony WH1000XM4 Headphone. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Love them more than AirPods
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones!! I work from home and my AirPods would die every 4 hours or so and these I can wear for days without charging and the sounds is amazing! Worth the money for sure!!
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Posted .Hi AndreaS, Thank you for the great review! We're glad to hear that you love the excellent battery life and amazing sound quality 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Good, but could use a few tweaks to be great
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Then noise cancelling function on these headphones is really good. I've never really had a pair other than airpod pros. I mainly use these while I'm studying, listening to lectures or on Zoom calls. I love that you can connect to two devices at the same time via bluetooth. These headphones are much smaller and lightweight than I thought they would be. The app you need to accompany it is okay to use, but does not have a ton of functionality. There are a couple of major points that I do not like. 1st, the padding on the earcups is not very thick. Your ears may touch the inside of the headphones if they aren't on the smaller side. I have tried to replace them with aftermarket ones, but have not found the right one yet. 2nd, the talk to speak function, it will pause headphones if it indicates you speaking, is very sensitive. It reacts to a slight clearing of the throat or other sound easily. Then it will take a few seconds to reconnect to what you were engaged in. 3rd, to get the full functionality of these headphones, such as 360 Reality Audio, you have to subscribe to "premium" apps or services that utilize it. For the price, that is off-putting.
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Posted .Hi Ivazar, we're glad you like the noise canceling feature and the multitpoint function of our industry-leading noise canceling headphones. We're sorry to hear that you have issues with your SONY unit. Adjust the length of the headband. Put the headset on your head with the (left) mark on your left ear and the (right) mark on your right ear. There is a tactile dot on the (left) mark side. By using the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app, you can change the settings of the wearing detection automatic music playback pause and resume function and the wearing detection automatic power off function (the battery saving function). You may find this link helpful in your issue with the sensitivity of the unit:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002754732.html?search=pauses
If you require any additional support in regards to this product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:
We appreciate your feedback on our product. Thank you for choosing SONY. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Top Notch Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this headphones as an upgrade. I thoroughly enjoy listening to my music on them. They are super comfortable and perfect for blocking out background noise, including airplanes.
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Posted .Hi Jzgm, You've made an amazing choice! Thank you for upgrading to your new Sony XM4. We're glad you're enjoying the comfortable fit and excellent noise cancellation 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:Sound quality, Weight
Top of the line noise cancelling headphones.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent noice cancelling. These headphones are lighter than the WH-1000XM2 that are being replaced. Build quality is not as robust as the older pair, but sound is better. Great deal when on sale. Best Buy is the only store that offers the Midnight Blue color which I like the best.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Effective Noise Cancellation
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome noise canceling headphones. Great features that speak to you to let you know if it’s on or off and how much battery is left. I use this to drown out my riding lawn mower noise as I mow. With the Bluetooth function I listen to my favorite tunes the whole time.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NewbeStreamer, Great! We're glad that you like the noise canceling function, battery life, and features. 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:Comfort, Sound quality
Great
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very comfortable even for someone with a very large head. I wear a size 8-1/8 hat and this still fits well. Noise cancelling works as well as any other brand I have tried. the touch commands on the ear to control music and volume is extremely convient.
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Posted .Hi Jason, Awesome! Glad to hear that you are enjoying 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:Battery life, Sound quality
Great headphones!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I recently purchased these for my daughter. She loves them. She just went on a flight and they were great with allowing her to jear her music over the airplane noise. They also maintain a charge long enough to last for her all day.
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Posted .Hi MikeA, You've made an excellent choice! We're pleased to hear your daughter loves the excellent sound quality, noise canceling, and long-lasting battery of her new Sony 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. Thanks for choosing Sony. -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Awesome Noise Canceling Headphone.
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great Noise Canceling headphone. I use this to study and it helps prevent other distractions. The battery life lasts for a while. I active chat feature is also great, however, I do not use it much but use my right hand to cup the right side instead. Overall, great quality headphones.
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Posted .Hi Gamer123,
We're thrilled that these headphones are perfect for your lifestyle. 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!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Amazing investment
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.One of the best investments I've made. My apartment is next to a busy road, when I'm doing hw, the noise cancellation is amazing. Sometimes I don't even use it for music, but just pure Bliss and silence. It's lightweight and comfortable, and I love the dark blue color. 10/10
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Posted .Hi Fenrir,
Awesome! We are glad you like the noise canceling function 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 and enjoy your headphones!
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Not the newest, but the best?
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These XM4's are just what I needed. My XM3's are dying and the XM4's have updated Bluetooth to allow for multiple device connections. These may be two versions old, but the XM5/6's do not fold up as compactly and, as reviews point out, the headband may be slightly tighter. ANC is great and the sound is balanced.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BrettS,
We're thrilled to hear that the WH-1000XM4 headphones are exactly what you needed! We appreciate you being a returning customer and for your thoughtful feedback. It's great to know that the updated features and design meet your specific needs so well.
Thanks for choosing Sony. Best regards, Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Get these now
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Airpods hurt my ears and I have no luck with them. 2 pairs have failed. These saolbed all the issues when traveling
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Posted .Hi Phil,
We feel privileged to know that the WH-1000XM4 headphones have provided the perfect solution for your travels. It is wonderful to hear that our design offers the comfort you were looking for and that you can now enjoy your trips with reliable, high-quality audio.
Thank you for trusting Sony.
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Excellent choice of headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality and noise reduction is superb! Fortunate for me the newer model M5 came out a few days after my purchase. The sound remains the same but the new features such as the larger ear pads make them that much more comfortable.
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Posted .Hi OldGeek,
We're glad that you like the sound quality and noise canceling function of the headphones. We also understand where you are coming from regarding the XM5s. For optimum fit and comfort, make sure to wear the headphones properly and adjust the headband depending on your head shape. 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