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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Must buy
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound and noise cancellation. Would recommend buying.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JuniorN,
Thanks for sharing your positive experience with the WH-1000XM4 headphones.
We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the great sound and noise cancellation—those are two features we pride ourselves on with this model. We appreciate the strong recommendation to buy!
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Best, Jenn.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Multipoint doesn't work with iPhone + Mac
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I own the previous model (WH-1000XM3) and love them but I bought the XM4's for their multipoint connection. I really wanted to simultaneously connect my personal iPhone 11 for music and work M1 MacBook for zoom calls. Unfortunately multipoint doesn't work for an iPhone and a Mac. Others reviewers have been okay with other device combinations, but whenever I played iPhone music I got silence (beautiful noise-cancelled silence I might add!) They didn't seem to want to switch from the MacBook even though it had no audio apps open. So I upgraded the XM4's firmware (via Sony's app), did multiple factory resets, paired and re-paired - but always the same. Spent a day at it, but ultimately returned them. If you don't need multipoint get the XM3's: They're incredibly comfortable and the ANC is unsurpassed.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Unhappyfridgeguy, While we are glad to hear that you are happy with the overall performance of your new WH-1000XM4, we are sorry to hear that the Multipoint feature does not work properly. Please use this link to troubleshoot the issue that you are experiencing.
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002935899.html?search=multipoint
Should you need further assistance, please contact us for help.
Please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com
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Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They sound great. Better than expected, I would recommend
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Posted .Hi MikeN,
Thanks for the recommendation! We truly appreciate you sharing your thoughts on your new headphones.
It is truly wonderful to know that the sound quality is even better than you imagined.
The WH-1000XM4 features our Industry-leading Noise Cancellation, which uses two microphones on each ear cup to block out ambient sound. They also include Speak-to-Chat technology that automatically pauses your music when you start talking.
We're genuinely thankful you decided on Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great Quality.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great quality sound & very comfortable. Sony still maintains the edge & not too expensive like the other major brands.
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Posted .Hi PACSG, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH1000XM4 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:Comfort, Sound quality
amazing
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.amazing!!! super comfortable, sound great, love em!
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Posted .Hi KaiP, we're glad you love the comfort and sound quality of our product. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great headphones that don't last.
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones. These are the most comfortable, best sounding headphones I have ever had. Better than a comparable Bose. The problem is they don't last. I bought them in 2022. After several months the battery stopped charging. Looked on Youtube, talked to tech support and tried all of the resets. Nothing worked. They sent me a brand new pair. I was very happy. Less than a year later the exact same thing happened. They sent me another pair. Now that pair is not charging. Talked to customer service and they said the origninal pair has a 1 year warranty, replacements only have a 90 day warranty. So 3 pair in two years, all with the same problem. Apparently this is a common problem because there are videos all over youtube. So even though I loved them I cannot spend another $350 on a pair of headphones that have never lasted even a year. Bose here I come.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi jwertel,
We regret to hear that you are not satisfied with the battery life of the headphones. For optimum performance, make sure that the software version of the headset is up-to-date (via the Sony Headphones Connect app).
Make sure to charge the headphones sufficiently. Battery life may also vary depending on the settings and conditions of use. Please refer to this link for more information:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752809.html
If the headphones are still not working properly, reset and initialize the unit. You may refer to the steps on these links:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752743.html
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752746.html
Hope this helps. If still not resolved or you need further assistance, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com.
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https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
Sincerely,
-Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Finding The One
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’ve been on the hunt for the best work out headphones and when I tell you I’ve been running back and forth to Best Buy three times in the past two weeks. These are the best ones to purchase because of the research I did for the best recommended ones in the market after my last two attempts at finding “the one” mind you, I’m not an electronics person but I was looking to become physically healthy again and needed to find the right tools that will help me make it fun.
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Posted .Hi LucyM, You've made an excellent choice! We're very happy to hear this feedback. 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:Comfort, Sound quality
Great Headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Theyre noise cancellation quality is very good as well as they are very comfortable to wear!
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Posted .Hello mobpsycho123,
Nice! Thank you for sharing your review and for giving our Sony WH1000XM4 a 5-star rating. We're very happy that you are pleased with the noise canceling feature and comfortability of our XM4. 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 for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Gift for daughter
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought as a gift for daughter, she loves the comfort and the noise canceling feature when she is at work. The sound quality is amazing.
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Posted .Hi Nick, Awesome! Glad to hear that you are happy with 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. 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
The BEST headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’ve had many pairs of over the ear headphones throughout the years, and NOTHING compares to these. (I don’t leave reviews for any product) they are comfortable, actually noise cancelling and just overall great quality. Ever since I bought them, I’ve been using them daily. Great for studying, I got them so could focus on writing my masters thesis. Highly recommend treating yourself with one of these!
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Posted .Hi BetsyR,
We appreciate the 5-star rating and we are honored to have customers like you. We're glad to hear that you like the comfortable design and noise canceling 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. We appreciate the recommendation and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Comfortable and sounds amazing 10/10. Amazing battery life too.
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Posted .Hi dahtee, 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:Sound quality
Good years after release
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product, sounds amazing and works well with Apple devices.
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Posted .Hi TyreeC,
We're so glad to hear that your Sony headphones sound amazing and work so well with your Apple devices! Thank you for your fantastic 5-star rating—it's wonderful that the audio experience and seamless compatibility are making a real difference for you.
Thank you for choosing Sony—wishing you a vibrant day!
DiegoV.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony headphones
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent headphone that are with the price for quality and are the best headphones that I have ever used and are even better than my AirPods as well as airpod max.
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Posted .Hi Danny,
Thanks for sharing your experience with us! We're delighted to hear the quality of the WH1000XM4 has impressed you! Continue to enjoy your music to the fullest. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Aldair
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Excellent Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones with long battery life. Noise canceling is really good. Overall good sound.
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Posted .Hi TateT,
That's great! We are very happy to hear that you are pleased with the battery life, noise canceling features and the sound quality of your new Sony WH1000XM4. he 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 for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Boom
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sounds just try them , good One of the ultimate best all around has forms for that 3D surround sound you've been waiting for buy them or don't buy them but you will regret
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Posted .Hi Masterplan,
We're thrilled to hear you experienced the Sony's 360 Reality Audio technology designed to provide an immersive audio experience by simulating a 3D sound field. This technology can enhance the perception of sound directionality, making it feel as though the sound is coming from different directions.
We understand how important it is to find the features enjoyable, so we do our best to take those features to the next level. We highly appreciate your recommendation.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Aldair
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Overall Great
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Decent price, good case, good sound. For the gym wear a hat, does not hold well to head.
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Posted .Hello Henderson,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re excited to hear that you appreciate the sound quality and value of your WH-1000XM4 headphones, along with the convenient case. Thank you for sharing your honest feedback about the fit during workouts—it’s insights like yours that help us understand how our products are used in real life. We appreciate your support and hope you continue to enjoy your headphones in many other ways.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Sony head phones
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sony head phones are very comfortable and battery life is excellent the sound is fantastic!
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Posted .Hi Falcon1,
That's great! Thank you very much for your 5-star rating. We are thrilled to hear that you are pleased with the sound quality, comfortable design and long battery life 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. 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! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Comfy headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones I owned better than beats imo clear sound and amazing noise cancellation
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Posted .Hi RebeR,
Thanks for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear the WH-1000XM4 headphones are the best you've ever owned. We're glad you're enjoying the clear sound and amazing noise cancellation.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Sincerely,
Jenn | Sony Social Media Team.
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Best new headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality and super comfortable! Love these
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Posted .Hi EmilyW,
That's great! We're glad to hear that you love the sound quality and comfortable design of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Perfect.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I loved it, it has a perfect sound and it is really comfortable.
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Posted .Hi JoseA, Great! We're thrilled to hear that you love the excellent sound quality and comfortable fit of your Sony WH1000XM4. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam