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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great update to the WH-1000XM3
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased these because of the improvement in noise cancelation, sound quality, and the ability to easily switch between paired Bluetooth devices. I also love how comfortable they are in comparison to the previous gen.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi howiebread, we're glad that you appreciate all its upgrades. 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
So far so good
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Easy to use, comfortable, sound is excellent, noise cancelling seems great. Only caveat is I have just started use, so I can't evaluate long term durability and use while traveling.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Sofarsogood,
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. Thanks for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
I lovet
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Perfect, I can have a good time listening to my favorite music and call it very clear.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Aliss,
We're so glad to hear that you’re having a perfect time enjoying your favorite music and experiencing such clear calls with your Sony headphones! Thank you for your excellent 5-star rating—the WH-1000XM4 truly shines for both immersive sound and outstanding call quality.
Thank you for choosing Sony—wishing you a wonderful day!
DiegoV.
XM4s - great value & continue to out perform XM5s
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have used Beats (over the ear) headphones for many years. After listening to my son’s XM4’s, I knew there was no going back. After testing the XM6’s, while there are small upgrades, the XM4’s are proven and loved by many, including our family!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello KarenP,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re honored to hear that the WH1000XM4 headphones have become a beloved choice for your family. Your thoughtful comparison and recognition of the model’s enduring qualities highlight the exceptional experience it continues to deliver. It’s wonderful to know that our products can create lasting enjoyment across generations.
Best regards,
-Fred
I can't hear you!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones I've ever had. The noise canceling is so good that I can't even hear my husband or kids yelling in the background!
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Need a gift card
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The best headphones I ever purchased. It looks classic, is comfy and the sound quality is just the best.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SulavT, we're glad you are enjoying the sound quality of 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Good upgrade from XM2
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent upgrade from the XM2. The sound quality is about a 20% improvement. The comfort long term is also better than the XM2 as I use these at work.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Goldenage,
Very nice! We are glad you like the sound quality and comfort 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
upgrade over xm2
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.i already own the xm2's but was looking for a new pair because they started to hurt my ears. these have angled drivers so it stops the drivers from touching and pressing on your ears. these are way more comfortable b and the noise cancellation is slightly better, but the actually sound of the headphones are pretty much the same
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi brysal,
We regret to hear about what happened to your XM2s. You made the right choice in upgrading to 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.
Make sure to take advantage of the Sony Headphones Connect app's equalizer function to tailor-fit the sound quality to your needs. Hope this helps. Thanks for sharing your review and for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Good Sound and Excellent Noice Cancelling.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Probably the best noise cancelling cans in the industry. I can hardly hear anything with them on; not only that, the battery life is amazing and I only have to charge them once every week. Would recommend to others!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ethan,
Great! We're glad that you're enjoying the noise canceling function and battery life 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. Thanks for choosing Sony.
~Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good Quality product
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It’s working Amazing sound quality is very good, connecting quickly with your devices.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Wonderful, MoatraJ! 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
The Range is Amazing!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Long time Bose Quiet Comfort user (3 pairs in last 6 years). Last pair developed a rattle and squeal recently, so I needed a new pair. Was frustrated with the terrible range of the Bose (basically disconnected beyond 10 ft) and hated the constant “connected” “disconnected” voice in my head. Was time to try something different. I love my new Sony’s! The range is fantastic. Upstairs, downstairs, outside and they stay connected. No issues with call quality (which was a concern). Customizing the sound in the app is easy. They are comfortable to wear all day and I rarely hear the voice in my head (but it is a pleasant voice when I do!). Glad I made the switch, and they were cheaper too!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MKiz, Great! We're pleased to hear that you are loving your new headphones. Our 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Nicely done, Sony.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Comfortable. Solid noise cancellation. Sounds great. What more could you ask for?
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KelleyJ, Awesome! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying your new WH-1000XM4! Thank you so much for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These work soooo good! The noiose canceling is perfect for a big noisy city or public transportation!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your fantastic review, TylerM!
We are so thrilled to hear that your WH-1000XM4 headphones are working so well for you! It's incredibly rewarding to know that the noise canceling is perfect for navigating a big, noisy city or public transportation. We designed these headphones to provide a peaceful escape from the world around you, and it brings us great satisfaction to know we've succeeded.
Thank you again for choosing Sony and for sharing your experience.
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Excellent, comfortable headphones with great sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are really great headphones. Very good noise cancelling, comfortable, work well with my different devices and the touch pad control on the right ear is easy to use.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BestBuyBuyer, Awesome! We're truly glad you're enjoying all the improvements we made on these headphones, especially the excellent noise cancellation, incredible sound quality, overall comfort. Good to know you like the intuitive touch controls and multi-device pairing as well. 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. 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 choosing Sony! -Jess
Great Noise Cancelling!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I use these on a plane and the noise cancelling and sound quality are quite good. They fold up really easy in the case.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best in class
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones, noise cancelling is next level!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello OhioBorn,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It brings us great joy to hear that you’re enjoying the WH1000XM4 headphones and their exceptional noise-cancelling feature. Knowing they deliver such an immersive experience truly motivates us to keep delivering quality and innovation. Thank you for sharing your enthusiasm!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great deal
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Like many others, got these heavily discounted. Incredible value, great sound, excellent noise cancelling, but most importantly, super comfortable!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Cleanguy,
You made the right choice! We're glad that you like the sound quality, noise canceling function, and comfort 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:Comfort, Sound quality
Blue Sony headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very comfortable and the sound is excellent. I love the color too.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mary, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH1000XM4 headphones! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Deen
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.hello, real human over here. I knew the legendary performance of the XM4's. people, these are the best ANC headphones on the market. they sound incredible, and comfort is 10/10.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Deen, We are glad that you are enjoying your newest 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin
Excellent and Very Easy to Use
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent and Very Easy to Use Review This keyboard is fast, accurate, and very easy to use. Typing feels smooth, and autocorrect works perfectly for daily messaging and work. ✔️ This is more than 50 characters ✔️ Clear and professional ✔️ Sounds natural and real
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello EtelvinaJ,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're excited to hear that your WH1000XM4 headphones have made such a positive impression, especially with their ease of use, fast and accurate performance, and smooth typing experience. Your comments about the reliable autocorrect and how well they support your daily messaging and work truly mean a lot to us. Knowing our product helps make your everyday tasks more enjoyable inspires us to keep delivering quality and innovation.
Best regards,
-Fred