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, Comfort
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Comfortable, long battery life. Work well. Would buy again.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jaye, Glad to hear that you are happy with the comfort and 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
BEST HEADPHONES
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are the best headphones I have everrrrr owned. Although I kind of regret buying the headphones in black and I wished I should've bought them in silver. Anyways it doesn't matter the quality and sound of these headphones are amazing! I also enjoyed the noise-canceling option, I can finally stop hearing my upstairs neighbors from doing a ton of noise.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Alba, we're glad you like our newest industry-leading noise canceling 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. 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:Battery life, Sound quality
Music
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound is really good. Long hours before charging the head phones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Licha,
Great! We're glad that you like the comfort and sound quality 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:Battery life, Sound quality
Bluetooth Headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality and battery life are both very good.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Amity, Excellent! We're very pleased to hear you're enjoying the great sound quality and long-lasting battery life of your Sony WH-1000XM4 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. -Sam
Return soon
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love the headset but they are just ti big for my head
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Good but weak mic
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Pros: Good noise canceling Good battery life Great sound Cons: No noise canceling during calls Mic is sub par Mic does not work with Xbox one controller
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bigp7927,
We're glad that you like the sound quality, battery life, and noise canceling function 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.
Your feedback about the mic function and call quality is greatly appreciated. Make sure to update the software version of the headphones (via the Sony Headphones Connect app) for optimum performance. Thanks for sharing your review and for choosing Sony.
~Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Worth it
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very great sound quality. First nice pair of headphones I've owned, so i can't compare, but the noise canceling works really well. Sometimes the sides of my head hurt if i wear them and my glasses all day.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JennaS,
Thank you for sharing your experience! It's wonderful to hear that you're enjoying the sound quality and noise-canceling features of your Sony WH1000XM4 headphones. It sounds like they’ve been a great first step into high-quality audio. As for the discomfort with glasses, you might try adjusting the fit slightly to find a more comfortable position for extended wear. https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00282845?utm_source
Thank you for choosing Sony, and enjoy your music! -Maria
- 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.What else is there to say. Comfort is great noise cancelling is excellent
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Yourfriendlyneighbor, We're glad to hear that you love this unit. 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 giving the product a perfect rating! Jay
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
very good
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.perfect noise cancellation and good quality natural sound
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Eduardo,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're thrilled you're enjoying your WH-1000XM4 headphones! It's fantastic to know you find the noise cancellation perfect and the sound quality natural. We designed these headphones to deliver an immersive audio experience, and your feedback truly reinforces that. Thanks so much for sharing your positive comments!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best quality headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was debating between airpods max and this, but I'm glad I got this. Worth the money! Noise canceling is awesome. Pretty scary when commuting though because I couldn't hear anything outside of the headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello RoschD, That's great! We're glad that you are pleased with the sound and noise canceling capability of our WH1000XM4 as well as the lightweight design. 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
Love. Love.
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love these. So quiet. Salina quality is good. Blocks out family noises. Especially since we are all home during pandemic. I love that I can touch one speaker and it will mute the music and I can say hi to someone quickly and then when I let go the music resumes. I don’t have to find phone and stop music or take them off. What a great feature. Amazing product.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Piratedan,
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 UNDISPUTED
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.What can I say it's a SONY!!! Outstanding quality noise cancelation on point. Half the price of apples headphones
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RobertoC,
Thank you for your feedback! It’s great to see your enthusiasm for the Sony WH1000XM4 headphones. Their exceptional noise-canceling capabilities and quality truly make them stand out. Thank you for choosing Sony! Enjoy your listening experience! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Better than I expected
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound on these is amazing!! Definitely noise canceling! Super comfy!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
great buy
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.sound quality and nose cancellation work really good together, one complaint is it feels loose on me and with the xm5’s they feel even more loose but other than that i have no problems with them.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thanks for commenting, Dylan! We are thrilled to hear about your satisfaction with the amazing sound quality and exceptional noise canceling feature of your WH-1000XM4. We are so sorry if these headphones didn't fit you well. The WH-1000XM4 has a self-adjusting headband and soft cushioned earcups that cover the whole ear. For the best method to fit the headphones, please refer to the following:
• Check the left and right units of the headset.
- There is a tactile dot on the (left) mark side.
• Extend the slider to its full length before putting on the headset.
• Put on the headset with the earpads fitting snugly over your ears.
• Adjust the slider to a length where the headband touches the top of your head.
• Adjust the orientation of the left and right units so that the earpads fit snugly all around your ears.
• If you put on the headset without adjusting the slider, the headset may not be positioned properly on your head, resulting in discomfort or a weak noise canceling effect.
I hope you find this information helpful, and thanks for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Excellent
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The comfort level has improved over the M3’s. Sound is excellent as before.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi rich,
Great! We're glad that you like the improvements we made on these 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
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Headphones are very comfortable and look nice on. The phone app to adjust settings can sometimes be a bit clunky to use and while the sound quality is fine for streaming music etc, the noise cancellation isn't quite as good in certain settings.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Daisy, Thank you for the perfect rating! We're very happy to hear you like the comfortable fit and great sound quality of your Sony WH1000XM4. At Sony, we are always looking to improve our product quality and features. We have noted your input about the settings adjustments of the Sony Headphones Connect app and will be sure to forward this feedback to the appropriate department. If the effect of noise canceling is not sufficient, please follow the troubleshooting steps on this link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752735.html
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
Shouldn't Have Had to Buy but Product is Great
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I'd actually purchased same item 10/31 and then saw Black Friday sale - sadly wasn't allowed to price match so forced to return 1st pair only to buy same again but $100 less. GREAT headphones, though. Excellent sound & great noise cancelling. Sorry to waste employee time returning and restocking but wasn't letting a $100 savings go.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bxgrlb4,
You made the right choice with the 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!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Fit Is Too Tight And App Is Awful - Try Them On
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones get only 3 stars from me because they are uncomfortable to wear, and I have to reset things in the app to get them to work correctly with Bluetooth on my PC. When working properly the sound is great, the microphone also works well. The problem is when I get on an online meeting these disconnect and reconnect and do all kinds of weird things. The app does fix some problems, but I often have to reconnect to my phone and then reset junk in the app then reconnect to my PC. The headphones fit entirely too tightly on my head, and I end up with headaches from it. They also feel cheap and flimsy, and I feel like they're going to break at any moment. I wish I could go back to exchange them for something different. These are by far the worst Sony products I've owned.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Weight
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very very happy... will recommend highly. Very light.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello LeslieD,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We are delighted to hear that you are thoroughly enjoying your WH-1000XM4 headphones and appreciate their lightweight design. Your strong recommendation means a lot to us! We hope you continue to enjoy them to the fullest!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
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||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent. Ambient noise is better than beats. Only one issue to use 360 needs a subscription.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dannon,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us! We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the Sony XM4 Headphones, particularly their exceptional ambient noise-canceling capabilities. We understand that the subscription requirement for 360 Reality Audio may be a concern for some users. We genuinely appreciate your support and hope you continue to enjoy your headphones! Thank you for choosing Sony. -Maria