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:Comfort, Sound quality
Top notch headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I couldn’t be more pleased with these. I’ve tried multiple Bluetooth headphones and these have a great blend of sound quality, ease of use and are very comfortable. They are well worth the price!
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Posted .Hi SandmanRick, good to know that your investment is worth it. 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 product
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased as a gift for a musician. He reports that they are very comfortable, highly effective sound cancellation, very good sonic fidelity. Easy to use and highly recommended.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi johno,
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 qualityCons mentioned:Touch controls
Best of the current main stream headphones.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Build quality is amazing and the sound quality is great. These are significantly better than the beats or Bose headphones. The USB C is also great. The touch controls aren't the best though.
I would recommend this to a friend great headphones so far.
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.these are great headphones after having them for 2 weeks. there is just one kinda major issue i have nd that is not being able to use bluetooth while they are charging... kinda dumb since my beats studio 3's had no issue with this but thats a kinda minor issue. still enjoy the product so far.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JoshuaN, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We're sorry to hear that you have an issue with the Bluetooth while charging. When the headset is connected to an AC outlet or computer, all operations such as turning on the headset, registering or connecting to Bluetooth devices, and music playback cannot be performed. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
W headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I can hear instruments I didnt even know where there only problem is that there not waterproof
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .HI LuisL,
We're thrilled that your WH-1000XM4 headphones are delivering such an incredible level of audio detail! We appreciate your feedback regarding the waterproof rating and will certainly pass that suggestion along to our design team. Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Top of the line noise-cancelling
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The noise cancelling is the No.1 reason for buying these headphones. If noise cancelling is not your primary concern then I would recommend buying other headphones. I say this because the Bose 700 have better call quality for Teams or Zoom meetings, while other headphones have better audio quality. The audio quality of these to me is okay but a bit disappointing given the price tag. The bass is too boomy and the detail just isn't where it needs to be, this is made up for by the exceptional active noise cancelling that eliminates most exterior noise. Connection via bluetooth is easy and I appreciate the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack option for wired connection. I use these wired with ANC on while gaming and it's great. If your phone or device supports Sony's LDAC codex then that is a plus, I can hear a slight increase in audio quality when using this mode. The headset call quality is not very good in my opinion, it's 'acceptable' but at this price range 'acceptable' is not very good.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SeanMichael, We're glad you like our newest industry-leading noise canceling headphones. Intelligent and intuitive, You may switch the settings and check the sound quality mode with the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app. Priority on sound quality mode: Prioritizes the sound quality. 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. For total convenience, WH-1000XM4 headphones can be paired with two Bluetooth devices at the same time. So when a call comes in, your headphones know which device is ringing and connect to the right one automatically. You'll also be able to quickly, smoothly switch your headphones to either of the two devices at the touch of a button. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best noise canceling headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony XM4 headphones are some of the best for the money! The sound quality is amazing!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ChristianR,
Thanks so much for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear you think the WH-1000XM4 headphones are some of the best for the money and that you're enjoying the amazing sound quality. We designed these headphones to deliver a premium listening experience that's both immersive and a great value, so it's wonderful to know we've succeeded. Thanks for choosing Sony. -Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Best head phone I owned
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The quality, the sound , the battery life is amazing! I love love love it i saw these on sale and did not think on buying twice
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Headphones, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are enjoying 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:Comfort, Sound quality
well worth the$$
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing sound and you can bealley hear a plane with mo music. Is you turn audio on you only hear music. And very comfortable
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NicholasS, Thank you for the excellent review! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the amazing sound quality, great noise cancellation, and comfortable fit of your Sony WH-1000XM4. 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
Absolutely amazing
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality, superior noise cancellation, I love listening to music and this changes your workout routine and takes it to a different level
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Jameel,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the exceptional sound quality and superior noise cancellation of the WH-1000XM4. It's amazing how the right music can transform a workout routine, and we're glad to know that our headphones have elevated your experience. Your experience motivates us to continue delivering high-quality products.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Bass heavy, but great
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing noise cancelation and battery life. Sound is definitely bass heavy (not neutral). Poor openness (sound coming from in head ) but that is an issue with all closed back designs. Hard to imagine doing better. You can Eq the boom out
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Docace911,
We're glad that you like the battery life and noise canceling function of the headphones. Your feedback about the sound quality of the headphones is greatly appreciated. Make sure to take advantage of the equalizer function of the Sony Headphones Connect app to tailor-fit the sound quality to your needs.
Thanks for sharing your review and for choosing Sony.
~Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great WFH purchase
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have been using these for work from home since May and they have been great so far. Sound quality is excellent. The only two issues I have are: 1. When on a web call (computer), if my phone rings and I'm connected, the headphones will drop computer audio and automatically switch over to phone audio. Had this happen one too many times. So, I eventually gave up on multi-device connection, which was a purchase point unfortunately. 2. Microphone isn't great. Coworkers have told me I sound like an air traffic controller. I eventually just bought a USB mic for my laptop. Audio is still passable if needed.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mike,
We're glad that you like the sound quality of the headphones. Your feedback about the multipoint function and microphone is greatly appreciated. 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
best headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.best headphones, the noise cancellation is so real! the design is so sleek
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Dbl02, It is nice to hear that you found your best headphone! We're delighted to know that you are pleased with the audio quality and design of our 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! - Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Budget Headphones
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overall best budget headphones for the price! Overall noise cancellation, clarity, sound stage all of the above the check the boxes!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ElijahD,
Thanks for the 5-star rating! We could not be more pleased to hear how much you're enjoying the XM4 headphones! Their noise cancellation feature is a game changer. We hope you have amazing moments with them.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
-Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great Sound and Incredibly comfortable.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Incredibly comfortable and amazing sound quality. I looked at a couple different more higher end headphones, but what made me choose this path was the auto off feature.
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Posted .Hello PhotoGuy,
Thank you for the 5-star rating and we are glad you like the sound quality 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. Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Love it
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So comfy and sound is awesome. Use it everyday and noise cancelling is pretty great too.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jonny, Amazing! We're so thrilled to hear you like the comfortable fit, awesome sound, and great noise cancellation of your 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. -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Highly recommend
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise cancellation and sound quality are amazing I definitely recommend and you can wear them for hours
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DrewF, we're glad you like the noise canceling feature and sound quality of our product. 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! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Best Sony Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.First Sony Headphones ever & by far are my favorite ones. I love the sound quality & the noise cancellation. Also, they’re very comfortable over the ear.
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Posted .Hi Barb,
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:Sound quality
Love these headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Incredible headphones. Great audio, incredible noise cancelling. Overall, love love love these headphones. Only issue is that the grey headphones look cream colored in the pics but are actually grey in real life.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JustinT, Thanks for the perfect rating! We're glad you are impressed with the features. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sound is Amazing but Phone calls not so
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I just purchased the Midnight Blue pair of Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones. After listening to music every day on them since I purchased, I can say the sound is amazing, I would say the best sounding headphones I have. The noise-cancelling feature is much better then my old pair. But talking on the phone is not so good especially for the other person. When on the phone my voice fades in and out to where the other person I’m talking to can’t hear me but they are crystal clear to me. I have the latest version of firmware 2.5.0 and it’s disappointing that a $349 pair of headphones can’t conduct a phone call. If phone calls are important to you I would advice not to get these but if sound quality while listening to music is then these are great.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi rtford31, we're glad you like the sound quality of our newest industry-leading noise canceling headphones. We're sorry to hear that you have an issue with your SONY unit. Use the Bluetooth device to re-establish the connection. Select HFP or HSP for the profile. Use a smartphone or mobile phone at least 50 cm (19.69 in.) away from the headset. Noise may result if the smartphone or mobile phone is too close to the headset.
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. For total convenience, WH-1000XM4 headphones can be paired with two Bluetooth devices at the same time. So when a call comes in, your headphones know which device is ringing and connect to the right one automatically. You'll also be able to quickly, smoothly switch your headphones to either of the two devices at the touch of a button. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl