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:Sound quality
Great sound quality!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good fit. Great sound quality! Would definitely buy these again.
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Posted .Hi RebeccaH,
Thanks for the feedback! We're glad to hear you're happy with the great sound quality and fit of your WH-1000XM4 headphones.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Sincerely,
Jenn | Sony North America.
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
better sound then xm3
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Download Sony Headphone Connect App, open box, turn on headphones (bottom of left headphone on/off switch), using Sony Connect App, connect and paired new headphones. - My headphones were 100% charged out of box. - Many features in Sony Connect App, matter of your preference and use. I do think the app is solid and useful for my use of these headphones. - My headphones firmware updated automatically -be patient, process took several minutes. Initial impression; very comfortable, really good noise canceling and sound quality.
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Posted .Hi Viki412,
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
Chuffed to bits
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Chuffed to bits with the headphones. First over the ear headphones I've extensively used. Use them at the gym no problem. Use them while mowing no problem. Used at the office for some quiet time excellent. Used while gaming, the two connected devices comes in clutch for this.
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Posted .Hi KobasKaoDroga,
We're pleased to know that you love your WH-1000XM4 headphones! It’s fantastic to hear that the industry-leading Noise Cancelling is performing so well for you, whether you need quiet time at the office or while you're mowing. We also love that the multipoint connection is coming in clutch for your gaming setup!
Thank you for sharing your experience and for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Touch controls
Great but not the Bose-killer
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really wanted these to outperform my Bose 700s, since I felt like the XM3s beat out the QC 35s in every way except some small annoying things (manual device switching, one device connection, etc.). I waited anxiously for months for their release and bought them right away. They’re good, but not great. They solved some of the small annoying things, but they still make you very reliant on a pretty non-friendly app interface to control your headphones. The touch controls are ok but it hammers your ear drum when you tap on the ear cups. The ANC and sound quality seemed to me to be almost identical to the XM3s, which I also owned. Very good in both cases, energetic sound, punchy bass, and almost no outside noise and very low hiss. These are really good headphones, but sadly, still not a Bose-killer for me. The 700s have the ANC edge, the phone call clarity edge, the fullest sound, and the easiest setup and app usability edge.
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Posted .Hi Fred, we appreciate your in-depth review of the headphones. Sony takes all feedback seriously. Rest assured that this will help us improve the quality and performance of our products. Thanks again for sharing your review and for choosing Sony. ~Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
10/10 gang
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.10/10, gives me my peace. After a long day of work, it silences all the extra noise so I can focus on my 5-9 after my 9-5.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Headphones are worth it
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound and comfortable to wear. Noise cancellation feature works very well and satisfied with how long the earphones last on a charge.
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Posted .Hello Jabob,
Awesome! We are glad you are satisfied with the sound quality and the comfortable ear pads 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!
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
My Sony
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.excellent condition and comfortable in my ear.best quality of sound
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Posted .Hi CliffordQ!
It's a truly pleasure to hear that your WH-1000XM4 headphones are in excellent condition and feel comfortable in your ears.
The sound quality really stands out, thanks to the noise cancelling and easy-to-use controls, so you can just relax and focus on what you’re listening to.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Bliss
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.By far the best set of headphones I have owned. Yes, the price is up there but these are premium headphones. I've had them for a month now and I wear them about 5-6 hours a day. Super comfortable and don't give me a headache. I have a pair of wireless Beats and my only complaint is the comfort or lack of it from them just an hour or so into use. The sound stage and noise-canceling options are icing on the cake. The ability to "turn off" the sounds around me is amazing. If you are debating getting these headphones, they are currently on sale, get them! You will not be disappointed.
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Posted .Hi MRPhoto,
You 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:Bass, Battery life, Sound quality
Simply the best!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality on these is phenomenal. Watching movies is such a treat. The bass is also punchy and clear. Battery life is really good too.
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Posted .Hello SiMfAi, thank you so much for the 5 Star review!
We are so happy to hear you are satisfied with the exceptional sound quality and long-lasting battery life 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. 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 purchasing our WH-1000XM4 and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality, Weight
noise canseling
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best noice canseling i've ever tryed, also its very light weight and comfortable to use
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Posted .Hi Iago, We're happy to hear that you like your new 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! -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality, Weight
Great Noise Cancellation & Quality Sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones, they have a really great sound and clarity. They are very loud but with noise cancelling on other noises just don't exist anymore. Bass is pretty good. Not too heavy but a great level for listening to various types of music.
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Posted .Hi KevB, thanks for commenting!
We are so happy to hear that you are satisfied with the incredible sound quality & industry-leading noise canceling function of our 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. 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 purchasing our WH-1000XM4 and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
I only use them indoors
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The case is small and I prefer that. The design looks nice and it feels comfortable. The sound is amazing on it and the battery life is good. The mic doesn’t have the background noise canceling but the headphones itself does and it works great. The touch functions are nice and sits around my neck just fine no complaints. I use mine for indoors and I don’t usually not ever active when using them.
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Posted .Hi Jrex,
We appreciate the positive feedback regarding the comfortable design, sound quality, and battery performance of the headphones. We're glad that you liked it! 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:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Good Headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality and noise cancellation. Decent battery life but it's to early to tell since they are brand new. Really comfortable around the ears.
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Posted .Hi Jose, We're glad to hear that you appreciate the sound quality and noise cancellation 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! Jay
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Must have for parents & anyone else needing focus
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have this in black. It changed my life. I bought the midnight blue for my husband. He loves it. We are parents. Does it block out my child with a self-professed love of nonstop talking? Not if we're in the same room. But it does make everything much quieter when I need to focus. It helped me finish my degree. I listened to music on a flight recently. I did not hear the baby crying. I love the extra features, too. Simply touching fingers to the headset to navigate controls is awesome. Very comfortable to wear.
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Posted .Hi Jane! Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you and your husband is happy with 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. 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:Comfort, Sound quality
GREAT noise reduction headphones, but not perfect
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.First, I’m hesitant to give only 4 stars because after testing several sets of noise cancelling headphones, these were by far my overall favorites (although I haven’t had a chance to test out a pair of Apple AirPod Max yet). Here is a short list of great features, and those that we’re disappointing: Pros GREAT price (for its level of quality) Sound quality (my favorite sound of any headphones) Comfort Sony app (some great custom options) USB-C charging Hardline connection (essential for travelers who want to use inflight entertainment systems) Cons Physical controls on the right headphone (just an absolute mess... I end up skipping songs everytime when I try to change the volume) Sony app (the never ending pushing to allow location to be turned on is annoying and disturbing... RESPECT USER PRIVACY) Overall a fantastic buy with just a couple of flaws especially given the recent price reductions.
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Posted .Hi Alex,
We're glad that you like the amazing features of the headphones like the sound quality, comfort, USB-C charging, and in-flight functionality. It's unfortunate that you're not having the best experience with the touch controls and Sony app (privacy policy).
It is recommended to use your index finger when controlling the touch sensor. You may also find these links helpful:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752781.html
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002758108.html
Sony takes your privacy seriously. Sony maintains a Privacy Policy to help protect your personal information, as well as that of your family, and to provide information about how we may use your information. Sony does not share your information for third-party marketing purposes without your consent.
Thanks for sharing your review and for choosing Sony.
~Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Best on the Market
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.What can I say. Connects easily, sound is great, maintains connections to both iPad and iPhone at same time. Comfort is really good. Noise canceling is top notch.
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Posted .Hi LostAggie, we're glad that you like the multipoint feature, connectivity, comfort, and noise canceling 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:Sound quality
Great noise cancelling and aound quality.
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound is really great especially the noise cancelling. Download the app for more enjoyable customization and experience. For calling, it's allright but not spectacular.
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Posted .Hi MervinD,
We are happy to hear you are enjoying the great sound and noise canceling of your WH-1000XM4! To help improve your call experience, we recommend ensuring your firmware is updated via the app and keeping your phone at least 50 cm away from the headset during calls to reduce potential interference.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Sony Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love these headphones. The noise cancelation is great. There are many small features that I like. Music sounds good and volume is varied. Battery life is great i use them many times in a day and only have to charge like once a week. One downside they do not connect with my Microsoft Go3 and you have to download an app to connect the headphones.
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Posted .Hi ClaudiaV, Thank you for sharing your positive experience with your Sony WH1000XM4! We're very pleased to hear that you love the great noise cancellation, excellent sound quality, long battery life, and overall performance of your new Sony headphones. And we're sorry to hear that you're having an issue connecting to your Microsoft surface go 3. Please follow the troubleshooting steps on this link to resolve this issue:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752754.html
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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:Sound quality
I love these headphones.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones. I also have the lower end pair from the same brand, they’re both wonderful. I reccomend these headphones. The sound quality is amazing. If you’re debating on getting them, you should
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Posted .Hello JazzlynnJ,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn't be happier to hear that you love your WH-1000XM4 headphones and appreciate the quality across different models from the same brand. Your recommendation means a lot, and we're glad the sound quality continues to impress you. Thank you for sharing your experience!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
GET THEM NOW
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Second pair because they are just that good. Sound is amazing and compatible with all devices. Noise cancellation is TOP TIER. No negatives about these to be completely honest.
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Posted .Hi JessyN!
Thanks for the awesome review and for coming back for a second pair!
It brings us great joy to hear that the WH-1000XM4 are still hitting the high notes for you.
Thank you for putting your trust in Sony!
Warm regards,
Estefany