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
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Customers are saying
Customers praise the phenomenal sound quality, comfort, and impressive battery life of the product. They also highlight its solid bass, lightweight design, and reliable connectivity, along with a premium design and good fit. Conversely, some users express frustration with the touch controls, consider the product overpriced, and wish for greater volume.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
The “Best buy” I’ve made in a while!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are perfect! The noise cancelling works even without music playing, which is super cool and eerie. All of my favorite songs can be played without the interruption of outside noises, and living downtown, that’s super important!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Corn, Wow! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the industry-leading noise canceling feature even without playing music. 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
Upgrade
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased the original version (Sony MDR-1000X), some 5 years ago but after hearing the current version (Sony WH-1000XM4), I had to have them. The technology has changed considerably and the sound quality/noise cancellation are much better.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KingJoshReview,
Awesome! This is definitely a great choice for an upgrade. Intelligent and intuitive, the WH-1000XM4 headphones offer further improvements to our industry-leading noise cancellation, 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. Looking forward to your continued support. Thanks for trusting Sony! - Kris
Top notch headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.What can I say, Sony nevers dissapoints me whit their headphones, they are pretty good and the sound qualitly is the best, doesnt hurt either wearing glassess
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MiguelMartinez, awesome! We're glad you are enjoying our industry-leading noise canceling 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! ~Earl
Best headset
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The features on this headset are just amazing. Compared to other high end headsets this is definitely worth the price. So many features and great quality.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .That's awesome, PabloV! We're glad that you are impressed with the features of the Sony WH1000XM4 Wireless 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! -Craig
Sony Headphone the best
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I enjoyed this Sony headphone as the noice cancelling is great and it uses a usb-c cable. Also, the way it pauses the music when you talk is amazing. It does it automatically. I would definitely select these over the AirPods max.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Maui488,
Fantastic! We are truly happy to hear you are satisfied with the exceptional performance of your WH-1000XM4! We are also thrilled that you're enjoying the amazing noise canceling, USB-C charging feature, and Speak-to-Chat function of these 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. 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 the 5-stars review and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
Great!
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Nice case, excellent noise cancelling, good audio quality!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kevin, Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're glad you are impressed with the noise canceling performance and sound quality of the headphones. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
Excellent sound
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound and battery life. I do experience lag when connected to the tv to watch movies.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bobby,
We're glad that you like the sound quality and battery life of the headphones. It's unfortunate that you're experiencing delay or lag when watching movies. Make sure to install the latest software version of the headphones (via the Sony Headphones Connect app) for optimum performance.
The audio playback on this unit may be delayed from that on the transmitting device, due to the characteristics of Bluetooth wireless technology. As a result, the sound may not be in sync with the image when viewing movies or playing games. Thanks for sharing your feedback and for choosing Sony.
~Ralph
Love the look of these
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Battery doesn’t last as long as I thought it would. Sound proof really good on airplanes, but not too comfortable after a couple hours of wear them for people with lots of piercings.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Cassie, we're glad you are enjoying the noise canceling feature of the WH1000XM4. We're sorry to hear that you have an issue with the battery and comfort of your Sony unit. If the available operating time is short (the duration of the battery is short), please follow this link:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP1000466396.html?search=battery
Please check this link when wearing the headphones to achieve comfort:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002928786.html?search=wearing
If you require any additional support with regard to this product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:
Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Best of the Bunch
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great Sounding Headphone. I read the reviews and saw countless YouTube reviews praising the sound quality and features of this pair of Sony headphones. I was able to purchase them when they were on sale so yeah, a great deal. I am happy.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Afbrat63, Awesome! We are so happy to hear that you are satisfied with 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. 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. -Carl
NICE
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.EXCELENT SOUND AND FIDELITYBRAND. THE SOUND IS LOCKED IN AND LOSES CONTACT WITH YOUR SURROUNDINGS.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Vanegas1976, Great! We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the audio quality of your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Great For Noisy Households
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Got this for my partner who lives in a very noisy household and most of the time, she can't hear anything when wearing these headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RyanS,
Very nice! We're glad to hear that you like the noise canceling of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony and enjoy your headphones. Have a great day!
-David
Great headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The best headphones hands down. The cushion starts to peel and tear after a few years. Similar to a fake leather couch when it loses the look.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Lorraine,
Thank you for the fantastic 5-star review! We're so glad you consider the WH-1000XM4s to be the best headphones, hands down. We put a lot of effort into designing a product with industry-leading noise canceling and exceptional sound quality, and it's wonderful to hear that you feel we've achieved that.
We also appreciate you sharing your experience with the ear pad material. We understand that wear and tear can happen over time, and your feedback is incredibly valuable as it helps us in our ongoing efforts to improve product durability.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
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.
Name:
Username:
Model Number:
Issue:
Telephone Number:
Or contact our product support team via phone call or chat through this link:
https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
Sincerely,
-Ralph
Get the XM4s only if you don't have the XM3s alrea
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought the XM4's because I lost my XM3's. No need to upgrade if you have the prior edition. There are new features that add some minor improvements but not really worth the extra $$. Gotta say the blue is slick! Hope Sony keeps this color way for the next installment.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NYconsultant, Thank you for the 5-star rating! While we are glad that you like your new WH1000XM4 headphones, we are sorry to hear about your WH-1000XM3. 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 . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best noise cancellation headphones I ever used before I’m coming from beats studio 3 and Bose and out those two these Sonys are amazing great build, amazing sound and many great features
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Nick, we're glad you like 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
Great Head Phones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Took a little time for me to figure out how it all worked, but I LOVE these headphones. Very functional, cancels the noise enough for me to focus and I can use them for so many things. I wanted a good brand and product. I got what I was looking for , in spades.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mountainlight, we're glad that you're able to figure out how these work. We also appreciate that you love functions and features of the WH1000XM4. 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
Clarity
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Comfortable, ideal for improving voice audio when listening to movies vs tv speakers, and overall sound from background audio as well as music listening. Noise canceling is ideal. Lives up to the many reviews that rated it as the best or equal to the top Bose models.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi HJNK,
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
I love all the way up
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love best earphones I have. I like how the music sound
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .You made the right choice, IsaiasR! We are delighted to hear that you consider the WH-1000XM4 to be the best-sounding headphones you've ever owned and that you are relishing the exceptional sound quality they provide. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
The best!!!!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sony WH1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones are simply the best.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Prez,
That is fantastic to hear! We are thrilled that you feel the WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones are simply the best! It’s the combination of our industry-leading Noise Cancellation, exceptional high-resolution audio quality, and comfortable design that makes them a favorite for daily listening, travel, and focusing. Thank you for choosing Sony for your listening experience!
Best regards, Eliab
Spectacular headphones, not so good shipping.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have no complaints when it comes to these headphones, except, the right bud will occasionally give-off staticy noise almost as if a person was blowing air into your right ear. This only happens when I have used ANC for long periods of time. Aside from the headphones, I strongly recommend not to purchase similar products from Best Buy, especially preorders! The only reason I decided to purchase my headphones on Best Buy, was because they promised my headphones would be shipped the 14th of August, a full four days before Amazon. Can you guess what happened? Shipping was delayed, and I could not cancel my order, despite my numerous attempts. They finally shipped FIVE DAYS LATER, and arrived that Friday. If I had simply ordered from Amazon, my headphones would have arrived a day earlier, Thursday. Best Buy, be honest with your customers. Don't lie to us, saying you'll get us our headphones earlier, when you cannot. We deserve better than that.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BestBuysucks, we appreciate your feedback about the headphones. Make sure to update the software of the headphones (via the Sony Headphones Connect app) for optimum performance. We suggest that you also make Best Buy aware of what happened. We hope you'll have a better experience on your next purchase. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Ralph