Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM4/L
- SKU:
- 10893013
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
Customers are saying
Customers enjoy the phenomenal sound quality, comfort, and impressive battery life. They also appreciate the solid bass, lightweight design, and good fit, along with reliable connectivity. However, some customers find the touch controls annoying, believe the product is overpriced, and desire more volume.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Amazing Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.As most reviews have already stated - great, balanced sound from these headphones. Great battery life, good build quality, and the ability to connect to more than one source at a time is a big improvement over last year's version.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LifelongMusician, we're happy to hear that you're enjoying the sound quality, battery life, build quality, and the multipoint function 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
Great gift
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing audio, comfortable on head and ears, quality overall is better than other headphones available.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Trent, Amazing! You definitely made the right choice. We are extremely pleased you are enjoying the superb sound quality, exceptional comfort, and overall features of your WH-1000XM4. Good to know these headphones were a great gift for someone. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Amazing headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This headphones are amazing I love how light they are and the sound quality is amazing!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi YorikcA,
That's great! We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony and enjoy your headphones!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony Headphones Great
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones ever, the noise cancelling and sound quality is amazing.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NasreenA,
Thanks so much for taking the time to share your feedback about the WH-1000XM4 headphones!
We are really happy to hear that the noise cancelling and sound quality are amazing for you.
These headphones are also loaded with features like Adaptive Sound Control, which automatically adjusts ambient sound settings and Speak-to-Chat, which pauses the music when you start talking.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Awesome!
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome audio quality, very good bass and I can hear all the small details on each song and movie. The headset construction quality is amazing, the touch is texturized, and keep it tight. Very good ANC.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Icaro, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with the sound quality and Noise-canceling of 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Superior build
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Build quality is far better than their successor. Wh-1000xm5 sound quality a bit better than these but the build quality of the 1000xm4s are superior.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi papiloxs!
It is most rewarding to hear that you appreciate the great build quality of the XM4 model.
Even though the XM5 has some sound improvements, the XM4s still deliver a premium audio experience with features like our industry-leading noise canceling using the HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1, Speak-to-Chat, and an impressive 30-hour battery life with quick charging.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Warm regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great sound, good noise canceling
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Super sound from Sony! I did a little more research after my purchase on what all the noise canceling is supposed to cancel which made me feel better that these do what they're supposed to & 100% noise canceling isn't possible. I bought these to knock down noise from 2 loud kiddos while I'm working on my masters at home. They cut out a ton of normal household hums & noises, but don't quite cut out all of the kids' unpredictable sounds. Ear cups get a little sweaty & overall weight is a little heavy after a couple hours of school work--but that's when I know it's time to be done :-) Lastly, I like the talk, controls, & 2nd bluetooth features.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bowtie93, Awesome! We're glad that you are happy with the WH-1000XM4 Wireless 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. Thanks for choosing Sony! Jay
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
WH-1000XM4
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality is good. Noise cancelling is good. Bass is definitely there but would not recommend if you are a basshead and looking specifically for bass. The feature to connect to 2 devices at once (a phone and laptop for example) works very well. I can get a call, end the call, then automatically switch back to my laptop.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi phil,
We're glad that you like the sound quality, noise canceling, and multipoint function of the headphones. Your feedback about the bass quality is greatly appreciated. You can use the equalizer function of the Sony Headphones Connect app to tailor-fit the sound quality to your needs.
We hope you continue to enjoy the amazing features 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
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Great!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great noise cancelling & pretty loud. The battery seems like it lasts forever.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ChefCook20,
Awesome! Glad to hear you are enjoying the noise cancellation, powerful sound, and long battery life of your WH1000XM4. Your satisfaction means a lot to us. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony Headphones Rules!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing product over all others! Great design. Awesome noise cancelling feature. Crisp and clear sound.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello IdreesM,
Great! Thanks for purchasing our WH1000XM4 and we are truly delighted to hear your satisfaction on the sound quality, design and noise canceling capability of our XM4. We're glad you chose us over other brands. Enjoy and stay safe! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Fantastic headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fantastic noise canceling, sound quality is really good and they last forever. I charge them maybe once every 7-10 days and use them daily, absolutely obsessed with these headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi there! Thank you so much for the 5-star rating! 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! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Simply Awesome Get these Cans!!
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Ok I own Beats StudI 3, Power Beats 3, Bowers & Wilkins PX7 and P5, Bose Soundsport, Bose Buds and now Sony M4 and I'm shocked how great the sound. The Ultimate Test Luther Vandross - Evergreen, Impossible Dream and of course Superstar (Live). Wow found app setting on the equalizer "Voice" it reduces the instruments and elevates the vocals - Simply Smooth; Take it to another level set the EQ on "Excited ." Prepare to be blown away. They run close with the Jabra but because the are over the ear better reduction of noise.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi WirelessEnthusiasts, you definitely made the right choice! 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
Lawn care, headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had purchased these because I had wore the old ones out. I use them in my lawn care business so they do take a rough ride a lot. Happy with the sound quality of my new set.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello ShawnJohnson,
Thank you for your fantastic review of the WH-1000XM4 headphones!
We're thrilled to hear that you're a returning customer and that your previous pair stood up to the demanding conditions of your lawn care business. It's great to know that the new set is also meeting your expectations for sound quality, even with the rough ride they take.
We're delighted that the WH-1000XM4s continue to be your reliable choice for exceptional audio, no matter the environment!
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Sincerely,
Jenn.
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Confortable
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones Sound great and feel great. I chise these iver the xm5 due that these food better for travel.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PLOS, Great! We're delighted to know that you are enjoying the excellent audio quality, overall features and good to hear these headphone are awesome for traveling. 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. The headphones blend sophisticated style with exceptional comfort. Super-soft, pressure-relieving earpads in foamed urethane evenly distribute pressure and increase ear/pad contact for a stable fit. And with a lighter-weight design, you'll barely notice you're wearing them. Thank you for your purchase and for the 5-star rating! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Best XM headphones
|Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] The XM4 are honestly the best one from the series. The comfort best the 5 and of all has the same features
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your fantastic feedback, BrandonC!
We're so pleased to hear that you consider the WH-1000XM4 to be the best in the series. It's truly rewarding to know that you find the comfort and features to be superior. We designed them to provide a premium and comfortable listening experience, and your comments are a testament to that.
Thank you again for being a Sony customer!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound controls are amazing. I love the noise cancelation and how it can automatically adjust to what you are doing
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JAD369,
That’s wonderful feedback! We are thrilled you love the adaptive noise cancellation and the intuitive sound controls on your WH-1000XM4 headphones. The ability to automatically adjust to your activity is a key feature we are proud of, ensuring you always have the perfect listening environment.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Fantastic
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fantastic. Comfortable with great sound quality and amazing noise cancelling. Wore these on a flight to Europe and was able to sleep with them on and keep them on for the duration of the flight.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BBee,
Amazing! We're glad that these headphones are perfect for your lifestyle. 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:Bass, Sound quality
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They're great headohones and the sound quality is amazing. Theyre more bassy than other headphones in my experience. after about 8 months of having them, they had a few connection issues but that got sorted out by not using them for a bit.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Aryonna, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with 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. 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
A great Bose option
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’ve had 3 pairs of Bose headsets over the past 30 years. They are certainly great especially for air travel. I recently updated to the newest Bose headset and was a bit disappointed at the lack of features compared to what Sony offered. I returned them and bought the Sony. Everyone has different sound preferences, but to me the Sony sounded a bit better and have more features at the same price point. They even seemed more durable. Also, no proprietary Bose connectors. Great case. I think Bose has fallen behind in keeping up their innovation over the last few years. Perhaps success has caused them to think they don’t need to keep up with the market and rely on name only.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NetworkEngineer,
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:Battery life, Sound quality
Very good buy
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It is really good and the multi-connecting really helps. The battery is really good. The noise cancellation and mics are top class. Someone looking for premium headphones can go for these. I think the main con will be the speak to chat. I always keep it disable. Overall it's been more than a month and I am really happy with the product.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Sriharsha,
Thank you for the positive feedback. we are glad you like the multi-connection and battery performance 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