Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM4/B
- SKU:
- 12202577
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
Some of the best over the ear at headphones
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought these for my daughter for over the year headphones she had an older pair that finally went out. She had them for years. We replaced them with these because she researched all the Sony headphones and these among the best after she got them, she absolutely fell in love with them and uses them constantly
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ErainaJ,
We are thrilled to hear that your daughter is completely in love with her new WH-1000XM4 headphones! It is wonderful to know that her research confirmed these are an outstanding choice and that she is using them constantly. We are also incredibly pleased that her previous Sony pair provided years of excellent service—that speaks directly to the quality and durability we engineer into our products.
Thank you for being a loyal Sony family and for the fantastic five-star review!
Best regards,
Dominick
Sony XM4
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love my headphones. They are very comfortable and overall they sound great. Theres not a day that goes by that i don't use them.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello BerthaH,
Wow, that's great! We are truly happy as well hearing your satisfaction about the overall sound quality and comfortability of our WH1000XM4. It's nice to know that you are always using your awesome headphone. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
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.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
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
Perfect headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They have the best sound quality out of every one headphones out there, great battery life too. Ease of use with the gestures. No headphones come even close to these
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi VincentL, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH-1000XM4 headphones! 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
Sony hits the mark
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Never had wireless headphones before and Best Buy had these babies on sale. They sound great and are comfortable to wear and how convenient to use. I didn't like the sony app for these so much but once set up I don't really use it anymore. I would definitely recommend this product to anyone.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bones49,
You made the right choice with these Sony 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.
Your feedback about the Sony Headphones Connect app is greatly appreciated. Thanks for sharing your review and for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
Excellent headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We got these headphones as most reviews posted showed them as one of the best noise canceling headphones around. The headphones don’t disappoint. They cancel background noise very well, the sound is really good with punchy bass, and the battery lasts. I’m glad they use usb type c which is the new norm. There’s also a companion app that adds features and is very convenient. All in all I am very satisfied with this purchase and highly recommend.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Tony,
You made the right choice! Intelligent and intuitive, 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. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
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.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
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
The best!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The absolute best over the ear headphones ever! They are super comfortable and stylish. I can workout without them falling! I love!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello SamO,
Perfect! It'snice to hear that you are pleased with the design and comfortability of our WH1000XM4. Enjoy and thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
Even better than the XM3s!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Almost identical design to the previous generation (apparently the foam on the ears is a little bigger?) but they have a few new features that warranted the upgrade for me. As with the XM3s, amazing sound, comfort, and noise cancelation.
I would recommend this to a friendGreat quality, functional, sleek, would buy again
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love: I love these especially for listening to music, streaming shows/movies, walking while listening to things. Great noise-cancelling feature and the ambient background noise option is great when I need a little white noise, but not full-blown noise while working in places like open-office spaces, cafes, etc. HOWEVER: The only thing I don't like about them is that when I'm on the phone, sometimes the noise-cancelling feature doesn't work as well when I'm in a crowded place with some noise and the noise-cancelling feature is actively trying to cancel noise, you feel me? That's the only thing that bothers me so far, otherwise, I LOVE THEM! Color: Headphones are professional, sleek-looking, and pairs well with my other tech things. The slightly pearl looking finish is a nice touch, especially since over-the-ear headphones can look very bulky/chunky. Comfort: Great, soft headpiece at the top, very comfortable ear pieces. I don't know about you, but I hold a lot of heat in my head which makes wearing these for more than 1 hour in the winter time (northeast US) a little uncomfortable. However, they make for good earmuffs when I'm jumping in and out of the car when shopping. Price: I paid the sale price on these which wasn't too bad, but I had to wait a year or two for them to be the price I was willing to pay. Overall: I am not disappointed! Love these and would buy them again in the future.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi EJG312,
Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the WH1000XM4. We're glad that you like the sound quality, noise canceling function, comfort, and design of the headphones. For optimum performance, make sure that the software version of the headphones is updated (via the Sony Headphones Connect app). These steps may also help when using the mic function of the headphones:
-Re-establish the connection between the source device and the headset.
-Select HFP or HSP for the profile.
-You can also check the settings of the app that you are using for mic sensitivity if available.
Hope this helps. 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
Simply the best hands dwon
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’ve tried many headphones and these are by far the most comfortable and have the best noise canceling aside from the apple airpods max, but the airpods max are too heavy in my opinion and too expensive.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Flakotech, You've made an excellent choice! We're thrilled you like the comfortable fit and great noise cancelling feature of your Sony 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. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
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.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
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
Best headphones
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought for my girlfriend fur Christmas and she absolutely loved them for when she’s on campus and when she’s at the gym
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Virgil,
It makes us really happy to hear that your Christmas gift was such a hit! The WH-1000XM4 is the ultimate companion for a busy lifestyle, and we are thrilled to know your girlfriend is finding them so useful for both her academic and fitness routines. From the quiet concentration needed on a bustling campus to the high-energy motivation required at the gym, these headphones are designed to adapt to any environment she finds herself in.
The Dual Noise Sensor technology is perfect for blocking out the distractions of a crowded university library, while the foldable design makes them incredibly easy to toss into a gym bag between classes. Plus, with the wearing detection feature, the music will automatically pause the moment she takes them off to talk to a classmate or trainer, ensuring she never misses a beat of her favorite playlist.
Thank you for trusting Sony to be the perfect gift for someone special.
Regards,
Dominick
Absolutely Amazing
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is my second pair that I’ve bought, one for me and one for my girlfriend! They hold up extremely well and the sound quality, noise cancellation and the comfort are all top tier! Highly Reccomend to anyone!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Excellent choice Nick! We are glad to hear that you are happy with your WH-1000XM4! 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
Noise reduction.
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent for study days when you need to block out everything around you and focus. And the ear pieces are really comfortable when having these on for long periods of time.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jennifer,
Perfect! We're thrilled that you are enjoying the noise canceling function and comfort 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
Overall Great
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Decent price, good case, good sound. For the gym wear a hat, does not hold well to head.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Henderson,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re excited to hear that you appreciate the sound quality and value of your WH-1000XM4 headphones, along with the convenient case. Thank you for sharing your honest feedback about the fit during workouts—it’s insights like yours that help us understand how our products are used in real life. We appreciate your support and hope you continue to enjoy your headphones in many other ways.
Best regards,
-Fred
My Review
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.just bought these and i cant go back to my old headphones. the noise cancelling is absurd. battery has been good too. i dont like how its made of plastic and my only concern for anyone buying this would just to be careful with handling it. if you got the money, this is something worth buying
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Tomas,
Great! We're glad that upgrading to these headphones was worth it. 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
The best headphones.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.An outstanding pair of headphones from Sony—exceptional in both sound quality and craftsmanship. Truly among the finest in their class.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Angelika,
We're so happy to hear you find the WH-1000XM4 headphones outstanding in both sound quality and craftsmanship! We appreciate you recognizing them among the finest in their class.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
-Eliab
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
EXCELLENT headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I got these for my daughter after she started eyeing mine. I'm a bit of a headphone hoarder and have way too many pairs given that I only have 2 ears. The sound on these rivals the AirPods Max, for a much lower price (about half at the time of this review). The noise cancelation is amazing, the sound quality stunning, and the best part - they fold up, unlike their expensive competition. If I'm going on a trip and space is at a premium, I'm choosing these over the AirPods Max. For me, I can't really even tell a difference in sound. I wanted to buy the xm5 for myself, but honestly I can't justify it as mine still work perfectly.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JLA2018,
Fantastic! You've made a great choice! We are very happy to know your satisfaction with the amazing noise canceling feature, superb sound quality, stylish design, and reasonable price of the 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.
Thank you so much for purchasing our WH-1000XM4 and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo