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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great but hmm.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound and connectivity. Some laptops may have issues connecting. I added a bluetooth 4.0 dongle and it worked fine but when a call rings when connected to both the phone and Laptop while using microsoft teams I notice that the Laptop switches to the laptop microphone which if you are not aware public will hear you very low. I know it is a microsoft issue. It would been better if the cable for wired connection would have had a micropone so that in this case we could just go fully two way comunication wired . I did it by purchasing a cable and a Lavalier Mic and a spliting cable for both headphones and Mic. Another good feature would have been to have bluetooth connected to the phone and have audio and mic wired to the laptop . Again both devices can be connected via bluetooth and works great but the laptop is not reliable.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RomanR,
We're glad that you like the sound quality of the headphones. Your feedback about its connectivity with computers is greatly appreciated. We appreciate bringing this to our attention. Computer connectivity issues will be resolved by a future software update. Make sure to install software updates via the Sony Headphones Connect app. Thanks for sharing your review and for choosing Sony.
~Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing, Intuitive Noise Cancelling Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These Sony WH-1000XM4s have to have been my best quarantine purchase. They are my first foray into the world of noise cancelling headphones, and they surely don't disappoint. The noise cancelling feature is absolutely amazing, in that they cancel or reduce background ambient noises to a slight hum and greatly reduce the noise level of things that are louder and closer to the wearer. This allows for the best enjoyment of music in a more blissful environment. I also make good use of the quick attention feature, which requires the user to place their hand over the right earcup to pump in surrounding sounds and noises that allow one to have a quick conversation or listen for announcements (maybe if you are waiting for a flight or a train, for example). Of course, the same effect can be achieved by simply removing the headphones, or really, just the left earcup. Inside the left earcup is a proximity sensor that detects if you are wearing the XM4s - moving it away from your ear or taking the headphones off completely pauses whatever you are listening too and automatically resumes it once the headphones are back on your head. The touch controls on the right earcup are intuitive, and easy to learn as well. Lastly, don't forget about the accompanying app! From here you can create your own customized sound profiles if you don't like the way the headphones sound out of the box. There are also other features that may interest you that you can toggle on/off from the app as well, such as Speak-to-Chat (which is like quick attention mode but uses the sound of your voice to trigger it) and Adaptive Sound Control (which may toggle Noise Cancelling off if the headphones detect you are walking a lot so you are aware of traffic/your surroundings while you walk around the city) as well as others that I won't go into! Overall, a worthy purchase - these often go on sale for around $300 or if you have some Best Buy gift cards and want to treat yourself - this is the way. But hey, if you want to pay full price, I won't judge you - these are well worth it!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi theBigRa, You've made the right choice! Good to know you're enjoying the industry-leading noise cancelation, intuitive controls, customizable sound profiles using the companion app, speak-to-chat function, and overall features 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:Battery life, Sound quality
Love these headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These fit really well over the ears and the noise canceling is great. Great sound and they hold the charge well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi bizzeeme,
Awesome! We're glad you like the fit and noise canceling 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!
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
MX4 review
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product overall, noise canceling is on point, and perfect for use at the gym, studying, quiet time, jamming music, and even having on while trying to listen to outside noise using ambient mode. The color was even better in person, and the packaging was great. Can't wait to see the XM6
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello OscarM,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It's a true pleasure to hear that you're enjoying your WH-1000XM4 headphones! We're happy to know that the noise canceling is on point for you, making them perfect for the gym, studying, or just enjoying some quiet time. It's also great to hear that you're making use of the ambient mode and that you like the color and packaging. Thanks for sharing your experience—and we’re just as excited as you are for what’s next with the WH1000XM6.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Best headphones for the price!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Upgraded to these headphones, and they sound great!! To many features to list, works great with the sony app. Good for the gym very comfortable..
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi EricT, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new headphones! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Comfort, Sound quality
Recommended!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love these headphones. The noise cancelling, comfort, sound quality and bass are all amazing. Great work Sony!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Greatcase123, Great! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with the noise cancelling, comfrot and sound quality of your new WH1000XM4! 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
High quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Battery 5 star Sound 5 star Plastic 5 star Very good
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello John,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're immensely pleased to hear that you are enjoying the WH-1000XM4 headphones! It's wonderful to know that you find the sound quality and battery life to be five-star, and we appreciate your positive feedback on the build as well. Thank you for sharing your experience!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Pure quality
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones ever. Sound is impeccable, they're comfortable and the battery lasts forever. You can't go wrong with these
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Posted .Hi jcstriker, Great! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with the comfort, battery life and sound quality of your new WH-1000XM4 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! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
The best headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My wife used these to cope with anxiety and over stimulation and it has been so helpful! She LOVES them. We’re so happy with the purchase.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Sykes,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn’t be happier to hear that the WH1000XM4 headphones have provided significant support in managing sensory sensitivity and stress for your wife. It is truly rewarding to know our products can contribute positively to your well-being. We sincerely appreciate you sharing your experience and allowing us to be part of this meaningful aspect of your lives.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best Noise Canceling headphones on the market!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased these for a trip recently because the noise of jet engines gives me a terrible headache for days after. I read lots of reviews about the best of the best I decided to buy these when they were on sale for black friday. What an incredible difference they made on my flight! It blocked out all the low end noise and made the flight not only bearable but enjoyable because I could now hear my audiobook to pass the time without it being at max volume! Highly Recommend. I've had other noise canceling headphones from Anker and JBL but they were not even close to the level of cancelation I got from these.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BrettB, we're glad you are enjoying our product! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
pretty good a little slippy
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these headphones for myself because my beats headphone cups were shedding everywhere. I find the sound quality is a huge upgrade but the headphones while comfortable can be a bit slippy if you wear them while laying down.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi OlyF,
We are happy to hear you are enjoying the significant sound quality upgrade and finding your WH-1000XM4 comfortable! The "slippy" feeling you mention when lying down can sometimes be minimized by slightly adjusting the headband to ensure the earcups have a secure, but not tight, seal around your ears.
Thanks for choosing Sony. Best regards, Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Sony - WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-t
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent headphones. Battery lasts a long time and are comfortable to wear for a long time. Good noise cancelling too. Glad I bought these.
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Posted .Hi edju,
We're glad that you are happy with your purchase. 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Present for teenage son - loves them
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This was a present for our teenage son and he loves them even more than he thought he would. Great features and good sound quality.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the wonderful review, AZACE!
We are so happy to hear that your son is loving his new WH-1000XM4 headphones even more than expected! It sounds like they were the perfect gift. We hope he continues to enjoy those great features and the amazing sound quality for a long time to come.
Thank you for choosing Sony for such a special present!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Love these!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are really great headphones. Super comfortable and the noise canceling is superb.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KathyS, thanks for your positive feedback!
It is truly wonderful to know you’re enjoying your WH-1000XM4 headphones and finding them so comfortable with superb noise cancellation. That premium comfort and powerful noise blocking are features we’re especially proud to offer.
Thanks for choosing Sony and for sharing your positive experience with us!
Best regards,
Stephanie
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Love it
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Comfortable and I cannot hear my family with the noise canceling feature even when the volume isn't that high up. The battery life is excellent as well. When the headphones die, it takes around 5-10 minutes for it to charge all the way up and it lasts a long time.
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Posted .Hi Rodolfos, awesome! We're glad you are enjoying your new headphones! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
XM4 better than the XM5
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound, Great feel. XM4 , in my opinion, better product than the XM5 and i see no noticeable sound difference for the non audiophile , Bought on sale so way cheaper than comparable competitor and worth waiting for them to be on sale.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi johnalex731, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality of your new WH-1000XM4 headphones! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Volume
Expect Sony Sound
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise canceling is great. Not quite as loud as I would like them to be but overall sound is very good. Construction is not quite as robust as I thought they would be. Great value compared to competition.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DavidM, we're glad you like the noise canceling feature of our product. We understand your feedback regarding the volume level and built of your Sony unit. The WH-1000XM4 headphones are generally well-regarded for their performance and features. For low sound level, please follow this link:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752812.html?search=volume%20level
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
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Awesome headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very comfortable, Long lasting battery, Two Bluetooth connections at once, great sound quality, and awesome noise canceling... the list goes on.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Seegar20, we appreciate your 5-star review of the headphones. 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
What a refresing sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have always wanted these headphones as I knew the quality of sound. I have to say I am more than impressed with them. They are comfortable, look nice and the sound is breathtaking. Walking around with them is so good as you don't miss any notes in the music. I have to say I own a pair of BOSE you guys have to work hard to compete with SONY this time. I am retiring all the other headphones I own and keeping this one alone. The price is not bad at all. They do not look cheap.
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Posted .Hi gibby,
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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality, Weight
Worth it on sale
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Light weight and comfortable..excellent sound quality
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PixelatedViews,
Very nice! We're happy to hear that you like the sound quality, comfortable and light weight 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