Customer Ratings & Reviews
Customer reviews
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 12637 reviews
(12,637 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Sound Quality4.9
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Connectivity4.7
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers are enthusiastic about the phenomenal sound quality, exceptional comfort, and impressive battery life of the product. They also praise its solid bass, lightweight design, good fit, reliable connectivity, and premium aesthetic. Conversely, some users express frustration with the touch controls, perceive the product as overpriced, and wish for higher volume output.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect Fit
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones sound great, lightweight, and are excellent for noise cancelation. I can fall asleep easily with these on. Perfect for watching tv or movies, which is my main use for them.
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Posted .Hi RobertD, Thank you for the positive review! We're glad you like the great sound, lightweight design, excellent noise cancelation, comfortable fit even while sleeping, and overall features of your Sony WH1000XM4. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
As good as advertised.
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My first pair of over the ear ANC headphones. Comfortable on my ears and no headaches from 2-3hours of use. Easy to use. I’m not an audiophile but the sound and ability to customize the settings via app allowed me to enjoy my podcasts and music without any disappointments. My wallet enjoyed the extra savings from picking this up on a sale. Looking forward to using the ANC feature on a plane when the pandemic is over.
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Posted .Hi wunon1fit,
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. Thanks for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Just do it!
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent! Best headphones ever!!! Super comfy, the features are great and the sound is BOOMING! Very clear!!! I also use them as a gaming headset with the aux, perfect!!!! I traded in the WF-1000XM4 earbuds for these, I really loved the size of the earbuds and the sound, but my ears just aren’t meant to put things in as I had discomfort after only an hour, there’s no discomfort with over the ear!
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Posted .Hi Koshetos,
You made the right choice! 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 for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
would get again
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So happy with my purchase. These headphones are pretty comfortable and great quality. theyre a little too good at noise canceling though so i cant hear when people walk into my room but that just means the headphones do their job well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Alexa,
Awesome! Thank you for your feedback and good decision in getting our WH1000XM4. We are truly happy that the noise canceling works well and you are pleased with the comfort and sound quality of our XM4. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Volume
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Sound really good but possible glitch
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound pretty good but once I power up the headphones, the volume starts at around 75% up even tho I never leave or even use them at this volume level. Took back first pair because of this and the replacement did the same thing. So if they’re all like this, be careful when first turning on music after powering on headphones. Not sure is these split seconds of high volumes will damage headphones. Turning down the volume all the way after powering on doesn’t fix issue either. As soon as I first press play after powering on, that’s when the volume is way too high. And unfortunately, I have to press play in order to lower the volume.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Sammy,
We're glad that you like the sound quality of the headphones. We do appreciate your feedback about the volume when turning it on. The volume level may vary depending on the source or device. Sony takes all feedback seriously. Rest assured that this will help us improve our products. Thanks for sharing your review and for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love these headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Comfy and great sound. Music pauses when you take them off and stars playing again when you put them back on - nice feature.
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Posted .Hi Stephanie, That's a cool feature indeed! Thanks for highlighting the comfort and sound quality of the Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones. It sounds like they're a perfect fit for enjoying music effortlessly! Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I like how these headphones are comfortable and easy to pair. Thier size make them easy to transport. They have great sound as well and the bass isn't too overwhelming. I can listen to them for hours without being fatigued.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Silver
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Posted .Awesome, Quezo! We're glad you're happy with your purchase. Make sure to keep your device's firmware up to date to enjoy all its features. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Noise cancelling head phones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good sound quality and comfortable to wear on flights.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Silver
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, Tilt,
Thanks for the review and the 5-stars rating! We are delighted to hear how much you are loving your Sony Headphones! It is great to hear how they have met your needs so well, and of course, you will enjoy amazing Noise Cancelling feature and Incredible Sound quality!
Thanks for choosing Sony, have an amazing day!
-DiegoV
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great and Durable Headphones
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These have been great headphones. They've connected and worked flawlessly every time I've used them for the last 2+ years. They sound amazing, and they're definitely more comfortable to wear than my Bang & Olefsen Beoplay H9i headphones.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Midnight Blue
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello EPTechGuy,
Wow! 2 years and still working great! We are very pleased to hear your satisfaction with the quality and performance of our Sony WH1000XM4. 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
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
worth the investment
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.the noise cancelling is amazing. the sound quality is very crispy. i charged it when i first got it and didn’t get a low battery alert until over 2 weeks later. lasts very long. definitely recommend
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Silver
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Posted .Hi amba,
Great! We're glad that you like the noise canceling function, sound quality, and battery life of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are the most comfortable headphones I’ve worn. The noise cancellation is perfect for drowning all sound. I love wearing them to listen to instrumental music while I work, and after having them on for several hours I could still say I barely feel them on.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Oneal, nice! we're glad you are enjoying your new 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. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Incredible comfort and sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had the previous version which my wife quickly took ownership of. As soon as the XM4s released I knew I’d be grabbing a pair. It’s had to improve on perfection, but Sony somehow has. Sound is incredible, extremely comfortable for long listening sessions, and the gestures to navigate songs is intuitive. Hands down worth the money, especially when you can grab them on sale.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi sandz,
Great! We're thrilled that you are happy with the upgrade. 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:Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best pair of over the ear wireless headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is probably one of my best purchases this year. As a musician and producer, I have to give credit to Sony on this pair of headphones. The sound is phenomenal and the noise canceling works great. The frequency response is great and I like the app you can adjust specific frequencies if you want to change how they sound. The battery life is super great. It was worth it.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Midnight Blue
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ishy33, Glad to hear 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. 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
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Purchase
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Take this from someone who doesn't ever write reviews. I’d easily pick this over any Apple product. Fits wonderfully, noise cancellation is amazing, and battery life is great. Great headphones for the gym.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Silver
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Erik, awesome! We appreciate your review. We're glad you like your new headphones! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome headphones, comfortable fit, great noise canceling feature. Very light on my head.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Midnight Blue
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Josh, Thank you for the 5-star rating! Glad to hear that you are happy with the 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. -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great product, had to get it a second time.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.great quality that matches the price, had to get a second pair due to my first ones going through the ringer of 3 years of sweat and abuse. great for working out and just listening to music or movies. Gives more detail in the tones an vocals along with decent bass, all of which can be altered in the app that is supported by the headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the WH-1000XM4, MarioC. It’s fantastic to hear that the quality and performance have met your expectations, even after years of heavy use. We're glad the headphones have held up well through workouts and daily listening, and that the customizable sound through the app has enhanced your enjoyment of music and movies.
Your feedback about the detailed tones, clear vocals, and adjustable bass is especially appreciated. We're committed to delivering products that combine durability, great sound, and versatile features for all kinds of listeners.
Thank you for your continued support and for choosing us again. If you ever have feedback or questions about getting the most from your headphones, our team is always here to help.
Best regards,
Gus
Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
XM3 to XM4
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I still love the WH1000XM3. I think they are just as good as the XM4. XM4 has different features. I really did not notice more noise cancelling than others stated. These are super comfortable. I wear them when I sleep sometimes, as the noise in the city can be overwhelming. Great price for the quality. My XM3 lasted for ever and are still great!!
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Posted .Hi free,
It's wonderful to hear you're still loving your WH-1000XM3 headphones and finding the WH-1000XM4s super comfortable for city noise, even for sleep! We truly appreciate your detailed feedback on both models and their lasting quality. It's fantastic to know they've been such a reliable companion for you. Thanks for choosing Sony.
-Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
No regrets
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are so amazing the color silver looks amazing and they are so comfortable to use the sound is amazing and the noise canceling is top tier the battery lasts long and I love the fact it has an option for aux which some headphones have gotten rid of usb-c is also a plus
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Silver
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Alec, we're glad you like the comfort, noise canceling feature, battery life, and sound quality of our industry-leading noise canceling headphones. 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:Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Incredible sound!
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones definitely sound amazing! They're incredibly comfortable and I love that they fold up in the hard shell carrying case. Everything about this product is premium.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Midnight Blue
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Posted .Hi Kunaminy,
Fabulous! Nice to hear you are enjoying the superb sound quality, comfortable fit, design, and overall performance of your WH1000XM4 headphones. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best on the market
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise cancels effectively without music. Good fit (compared to beats). Holds a charge.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Midnight Blue
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Daniel,
Awesome! We're glad that you like the fit, battery life, and 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!
-Ralph


















