Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM4/L
- SKU:
- 12015470
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 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:Battery life, Sound quality
#1
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The absolute best headphones you can buy. If you want excellent noise cancelling and sound quality, as well as a long battery life with optimization and customization. Here's your pick.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Brandon,
Thank you for the 5-star rating and we're glad you like the noise canceling 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!
Regards,
David
- 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
Good price on top of the line headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good price for these headphones. I like them a lot. There comfortable and perform quite well. The noise canceling is outstanding. You cant go wrong with this deal.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi issey5758,
Amazing! We're glad that you like the comfort and noise canceling function 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:Sound quality
Xm4 Headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality, adjustable bass, and in depth app.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the positive review, BradM!
We are so pleased to hear that you are enjoying the great sound quality and the adjustable bass features of your WH-1000XM4 headphones. It is great that you are also utilizing the in depth app to customize your listening experience!
Thank you again for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best Value
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I got these for the LDAC bluetooth capability. It worked well, and sounded pretty good. However, I returned these since my Apple Airpods Max sounded just as good to my aging ears. So, these became unnecessary. If you won't be connecting to apple products, pick these over the the AirPods Max, they are a way better value. If you do plan to use with Apple products, the AirPods max will give you a better more robust experience.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello ForcedNickname,
Thank you for your feedback and while we are happy that you liked the sound quality of our WH1000XM4, we regret to hear that you have to return them. We are optimistic that you will consider Sony again in your future purchases.
Regards,
Marco
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Battery life
Xm4
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Headphones lasts for about 3 days after a full charge, bass very loud, durable, looks pleasing on head
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Josh,
Perfect! We are truly happy to hear your satisfaction on the sound quality, design and battery life of your 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. 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 very much for your purchase and for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Review
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Some of the best headphones I have. Noise cancellation is really good
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello AthanF!
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us. It is fantastic to know that you appreciate the noise cancellation on the WH-1000XM4 headphones.
These headphones are designed to deliver exceptional sound quality and advanced noise-canceling technology, helping you enjoy your music in peace. Plus, with features like adaptive sound control and long battery life, they’re built to keep up with your lifestyle comfortably.
We really appreciate you choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Probably the best noise ANC headphones
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.In my opinion, these are the best wireless noise canceling headphones you can buy. They have very good range, a bit of a bass boost, but nothing too muddy. And the noise cancellation is superb.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KDAH, We are glad to know that your new Sony wireless headphones are the best noise canceling headphones for you. 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! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Noise cancellation
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise cancellation is so good for airplanes and loud noises.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, PeterM!
We are absolutely thrilled to hear that the noise cancellation on your WH-1000XM4 headphones is performing so well for you, especially in challenging environments like airplanes and against loud noises! We designed the industry-leading technology specifically to deliver that quiet, uninterrupted listening experience.
It is incredibly rewarding to know that the XM4s are making your travel and daily life more peaceful.
Thank you again for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
WXM4
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very comfortable. Great sound. Great for the price.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Singhx, Amazing! We're truly happy to hear that you're satisfied with the very comfortable fit design, exceptional sound, and reasonable price of the WH-1000XM4. Thank you so much for your purchase and for choosing the best brand, Sony! - Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Nice Product
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Item is nice, easy to use and sound comes through great
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .HI JaimeC,
Thank you for your feedback! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality and finding your WH-1000XM4 easy to use.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
- 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: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
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
Sony headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great price for headphones and sounds awesome. Go get one.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dreo,
Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review of the Sony WH-1000XM4! We are really happy to hear you found them at a great price and think the sound is awesome. We appreciate you recommending them!
Thank you for choosing Sony and enjoy your music!
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Hot and bothered
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These run a bit hot on my big head, but the sound quality is fantastic. Its spoiled all my other sound systems. Need to put some time into figuring out how to make them comfortable (for me I have to wear them at max extension), while not slipping in the gym (much tighter), and the cushions are maybe a bit thin for super long wearing. Hurts after a few hours.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Capyoazz, Thank you for the positive review! We're happy to hear you like the fantastic sound of your new Sony WH1000XM4. We appreciate your feedback about the fit. We understand that finding the perfect fit can vary from person to person. We recommend adjusting the slider (left and right) to ensure comfortable fit for long period of time. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
amazing headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.these headphones are so comfortable for long term wear and the sound quality is amazing
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi jlmaok, We're glad that you like the sound quality and comfortable to use. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Headphones for quite work
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product. My son love it! it has a great quality and the price is affordable compare to other brands !
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your wonderful review, VendimB!
We are so pleased to hear that you consider the WH-1000XM4 headphones a great product and that your son is loving them!
It's fantastic that you are both impressed with the great quality and appreciate the value these headphones offer compared to other brands. We designed them to deliver industry-leading Noise Cancelling and premium sound, and it's rewarding to know you feel they are a worthwhile and affordable investment.
Thank you again for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- 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