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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Best sounding headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Ive had many headphones over the years and these are the best sounding headphones I've ever heard. Very easy to use and great battery life. Only complaint goes for all modern wireless headphones. They all need more volume. I know they design them to not damage hearing but I've been listening to loud music for 55yrs and take full responsibility to my hearing.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kevin,
Great! You definitely made the right choice. We're truly happy you're enjoying all the improvements we made on these headphones, especially the ease of use and excellent battery life. Your feedback regarding the volume is greatly appreciated. If you're having low sound level when listening to music, refer to this link here: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752812.html
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. If you have other suggestions or observations, please feel free to post them here. Thank you very much for all of your inputs. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
Awesome headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing product! Use them everyday, genuinely block out all noise even in large crowds. The base is amazing. Lots of ways to customize the sound just the way you like it. Also very comfortable! Overall 10/10
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Posted .Hi KaraJ, We are glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH1000XM4! Thank you for choosing Sony and for the 5-star rating! -Carl
Sony has a winner!!!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have to say that the these cans are quite impressive. The ANC is better than my Bose QC45 cans and the sound quality has a little more mid to bass than the Bose. Overall Sony’s is the perfect fit for my listening please and they fit nicely on my head. Overall, I would say for the price point that the Sony cans are a litter better than the Bose at the same price.
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Posted .Hi JOCog, we're glad you are enjoying your new headphones! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Amazing comfy headphones.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent headphones, very light and super comfy I can wear them all day long without feeling discomfort. Sound-wise they're great, nice rich bass although I would've loved a bit more volume. Noise cancelling in my experience with these is no joke, with the self learning software you will barely hear anything else, with music pumping out or not. Just some occasional hissing while used in pure noise cancelling.
I would recommend this to a friendGods gift
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Literally changed my life forever. It’s so comfortable and it’s so easy to throw on. It has a very clean look and it sound really good. It doesn’t feel like a weight on your head, it feels really light. It’s so amazing.
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Posted .Hi Jasmine, great! We're glad you like your new headphones! 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Sony 1000wm4 headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought these for $159 when Sony began to clear them out on black friday. Glad I got them at this great price. I also bought the bose quiet comfort headphones, and I have to admit the Sonys sound quality is MUCH better (I returned the bose). Noise canceling is very good, I'm still working with the Sony app equalizer as well as my Samsung music app equalizer, but am overall happy with the sound quality. Have not noticed much (any?) distortion.
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Posted .Hi DaFlingHawaiian!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a detailed review. We're happy that you chose to keep the XM4s and that they are providing the clear, distortion-free audio you were looking for.
The WH-1000XM4 is designed for more than just music; it features Multipoint Connection so you can pair with two Bluetooth devices at once, and proximity sensors that pause your playback automatically when you take the headphones off.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Warm regards,
Estefany
Good but do be aware of these things
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The audio quality is phenominal, battery life is criminally good, and honestly they’re just nice to wear! My only complaints are: 1) That the actual durability is questionable… The adjustment arms feel super flimsy which is horrifiying considering these things cost 300 bucks. Everytime I fold them or extend them I feel like they’re gonna break. 2) The noise cancelling also isn’t the geeatest. Some of the features sound cool like when you walk the actual passthrough changes, but its super buggy if you’re working out or doing other tasks. A lot of things also just go straight through it so I often wonder if I even have noise cancelling on at all! Not good. It can be fixed with better software… hopefully they add it.
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Posted .Hi JollyRanch,
Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the WH1000XM4. We're glad that you like the sound quality, battery life, and comfort of the headphones. Your feedback about the design and noise canceling function is greatly appreciated.
These headphones are made with premium materials. Rest assured that they are durable.
The noise canceling function is effective in low frequency ranges such as airplanes, trains, offices, near air-conditioning, and is not as effective for higher frequencies, such as human voices. Check the setting of the Adaptive Sound Control on the “Sony | Sound Connect” app. When the Adaptive Sound Control is turned on, the noise canceling function may become insufficient. With the “Sony | Sound Connect” app, check the setting of [Ambient Sound Control]. If it is set to [Wind Noise Reduction] or [Ambient Sound], the effect of noise canceling is reduced. Set it to the noise canceling mode. Disable Speak-to-Chat, and check whether the situation has improved. Make sure that the software version of the headphones is up-to-date for optimum performance.
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-Ralph
Better than I imagined! Outstanding!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Extraordinary sound options for all musical tastes. For my taste the base is perfect. Fit is also extremely comfortable for long movies or concerts. There's a learning curve to fully appreciate and try all that they can do. Be patient. Pairs extremely well with my lg V60 phone both wired and wireless. Also pairs well with Samsung Q80T TV. (must download app and follow the instructions!) LOVE auto shut off when you remove them and pick up right where you left off when put back on! Can also be customized to your own ears. Worth the money! You will have these a long time!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DAR212, Thank you for taking he time to write such a thorough review of your WH-1000XM4. We're thrilled to hear your purchase went well and it exceeded your expectations! We're also glad you like the features and incredible sound quality 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 so much for your purchase! -Jess
Sony is at the top of its game!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I tested both the latest and very expensive Bose and Sony headphones. I came to the conclusion that Sony beat Bose on every element. The features that Sony have are very impressive for the price. They are very comfortable and not heavy at all compared to the competition. I highly recommend this headphones if you are looking for amazing sound, great Bass, amazing noise canceling and great looks!!
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Posted .Hi Geek27,
You made the right choice with the 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. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
Great
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones have great sound quality and are very nice to wear. The features are also nice with the touch on the side. My only complaint is that the top of the headphones gets uncomfortable after about 2 hours of strait usage.
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Posted .Hi LivelyLimes,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're really happy to hear that you're enjoying the great sound quality and the comfortable fit of your Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones. It's also great that you're finding the side-touch features to be a nice addition to your listening experience.
We sincerely appreciate your feedback regarding the comfort on top of the head after extended use. We've put a lot of research into the ergonomic design, but we understand that personal comfort can vary. Your input is valuable and will be considered as we continue to improve our products.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
Why did I put off buying these for so long???
|Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I've been planning to buy a pair of Sony 1000X headphones since the original MDR-1000X came out, and I finally pulled the trigger and picked up a pair of 1000X-M4s on Black Friday. I knew they were good headphones—I've always known they're great headphones—but they STILL exceeded my expectations. They're comfortable. They have excellent noise cancellation. And the audio quality, especially on the high end (vocals, snares) are HANDS DOWN the best I've ever heard. I genuinely couldn't believe how crisp and smooth the audio is. They're feature rich, especially with the companion app. I'm not the biggest fan of the touch controls, but that also might just be something I need to adjust to. Seriously, buy these headphones. You will not regret it.
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Posted .Hi Mike,
Finally! Congratulations on your new Sony WH1000XM4. We are very happy that you made the right choice in getting your own XM4. We are thrilled that our XM4 exceeded your expectations. Enjoy the comfortable design, excellent noise canceling feature and audio quality of your XM4. 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
Definitely would recommend!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound is amazing and they are super comfortable. The touch on the side of the headphones takes some getting use to but once you get the hang of it, it fine!
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Posted .Hi NatalieS,
Thank you so much for the five-star review! We're honored to hear you're loving the amazing sound quality and comfort of your Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones.
We also appreciate your feedback on the touch controls. It's true that the touch panel takes a little practice, but as you've found, it becomes second nature once you get the hang of it. It's great to hear you're now navigating your music with ease. We truly value your recommendation and hope you continue to enjoy your listening experience!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
Best Headphones out there.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones ever. Blows Bose away. Noise cancelling is top of the line and I love how they can connect to two Bluetooth devices at once. I can be listening to YouTube and get a phone call and my computer will automatically pause YouTube for the phone, then automatically resume once I hang up the call. They're also very comfortable. I can wear them all day without any discomfort. Battery life is amazing.
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Posted .Hi CharlotteNative,
You made the right choice with 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. Thanks for choosing Sony.
~Ralph
Great Buy.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best noise canceling, Great Bass, Excelent Battery life, Nice confort. Will recommend it.
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Posted .Hi Metrixx3,
You made the right choice with 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. Thanks for choosing Sony.
~Ralph
10/10 headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent headphones. The noise cancelling on these is very effective and blocks out around 90% of surrounding sounds. The soundstage is also very wide and the base is very good. Battery life last for multiple days as well
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Posted .Hello Holden,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're elated to hear that you’re enjoying the WH-1000XM4 headphones! It's fantastic to know that the noise-canceling feature is working effectively for you, providing such a significant reduction in surrounding sounds. We're also delighted that you're appreciating the expansive soundstage and rich bass. Additionally, it's great to know that the battery life has surpassed your expectations for prolonged use.
Best regards,
-Fred
solid product
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.headphones are comfortable, the battery life is amazing and the noise cancelling is solid for being two generations behind.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello DavidL,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn't be happier to hear that you appreciate the comfort, impressive battery life, and reliable noise cancelling of the WH1000XM4 headphones. It’s wonderful to know that these qualities continue to deliver value and enjoyment for you. Thank you for sharing your experience—it encourages us to keep focusing on lasting performance and user comfort.
Best regards,
-Fred
So far, the best headphones I've had in this price
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are ears down the best headphones I've ever had. Over the years I have had all sorts of brands including Beats and Sony, mostly on ear versions. Over the ear is clearly better and where these win are with comfort and battery life. The battery is long lasting and the comfort to match. The ability to connect to two bluetooth items is another winning play in my book.
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Posted .Hi LittleByrdEee,
You made the right choice with the 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!
-Ralph
Overall pretty nice
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good sound quality and product quality. I have an extra large head though and they’re pretty tight. I usually end up with a headache if I use them longer than an hour or two. Great battery life. Sometimes they don’t cooperate with Bluetooth. They’ll be connected to something that isn’t even on and I have to go delete that option before I can use them elsewhere.
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Posted .Hi EllenP,
We are really happy to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality and impressive battery life of your headphones! It is great to know that the audio performance is hitting the mark for you. We appreciate your honest feedback regarding the fit; while the WH-1000XM4 features a flexible headband and soft pressure-relieving earpads, we understand that comfort can vary for everyone. Regarding the Bluetooth connectivity, these headphones feature Multipoint Connection, and you can easily manage or switch between your paired devices using the Sony Headphones Connect app to ensure your primary device is always prioritized.
Thank you for trusting Sony.
Regards,
Dominick
great headphones with some of the best noise cance
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are great! They do a very effective job of reducing/eliminating background noise. They are so effective that when I take them off and you hear the hum of the AC or the whoosh of the air moving, it sounds loud! You get used to the dead quiet very quickly when these are on. It can be so quiet that it may cause some people discomfort, so it's nice that there are adjustments available to allow some amount of ambient noise in. They also pair very easily with multiple devices (I have mine paired with a Mac laptop, a Windows laptop, my phone and an Android tablet). There are tons of reviews on youtube and other places online that go into way more detail that I could in this small area, so check those out, but the take away from all of those other reviews is these are some of the best, if not the best sound cancelling consumer grade headphones. I have to agree with that after testing (and buying) a number of others. I've found these to be pretty comfortable to wear for all day conference calls and the audio quality is great for music and voice. The carrying case is a really important feature for me since it protects the headphones in my backpack when I'm traveling. Overall I'm extremely happy with these and would buy them again if I lost or damaged them.
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Posted .Hi rsouthern,
Great! We're thrilled to hear your 5-star review of these amazing 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
Outstanding Headphones!!!!!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have tried and tested many different Headphone manufacturers from very expensive to average price and these by far exceed all of them in both sound quality and comfort. I purchased this pair as a backup to my initial pair that I purchased years ago.
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Posted .Hi, Vinman,
Thanks for the review and the 5-stars rating! It is amazing to hear how loyal you are to Sony products. We greatly appreciate it! With the amazing sound quality and the modern and comfortable design, this Headphones really are a game changer!
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a nice day! -DiegoV