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
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Customers are saying
Customers praise the phenomenal sound quality, comfort, and impressive battery life of the product. They also highlight its solid bass, lightweight design, and reliable connectivity, along with a premium design and good fit. Conversely, some users express frustration with the touch controls, consider the product overpriced, and wish for greater volume.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
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||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.it’s really good! The sound quality is great and the battery lasts really long
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SadieG,
We’re thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the great sound quality and impressive battery life of your new headphones! It’s wonderful to know they are meeting your expectations. Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Hands down the best headphones you’ll ever try
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is how music is meant to be listened. These headphones are comfortable to wear, lightweight to travel and the sound quality is amazing. Hands down the best purchase I’ve made.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Hector,
Perfect! We're glad that you like the comfort, weight, 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
Great Sound & Comfortable
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great Sound and very comfortable! The Quality of the sound and bass is great. You can adjust and move quickly from Ambient Sound to Noise Cancelling. Very easy to use touch pad. Battery length is also a plus, you can use them up to ~30 hrs (per spec).
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Eduardo, That's fantastic! We're thrilled to hear you're comfortable using the WH-1000XM4 and you like the features. Good to know you're enjoying the superb sound quality, great battery life, and noise canceling feature of the 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 so much for your purchase! -Jess
Bang for your buck!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good quality audio and great battery. The noise cancellation and transparency mode work really well. Great pair of headphones to carry on an airplane.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi notAI,
It is great to hear that your WH-1000XM4 headphones are proving to be such a great travel companion! We are glad that the combination of high-quality audio, long battery life, and effective noise cancellation is making your flights more enjoyable.
Thank you for making Sony part of your daily listening.
Regards,
Dominick
Great sound and comfortable
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound, long lasting battery, great mood reduction and comfortable during a long flight. Came with an adapter and cord to plug into United Airlines.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Joelinthebay, amazing! We're glad you like the sound quality, battery and comfort 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
Gold standard!
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Pros: Awesome noise canceling. Great battery life. Very comfortable. Good sound quantity (even great after tweaking EQ). Cons: app is just ok (connects slowly, interface is confusing). Ears might get a bit sweaty after a couple of hours of use.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TooManyHeadphones,
We're glad that you like the noise canceling function, battery life, comfort, and sound quality of the headphones. Your feedback about the app and its long-term use 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
Amazing headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I absolutely love these headphones. As a musician I like to listen to my mixes on many different outputs...studio headphones, phone, bluetooth headphones monitors, car sound system. I wanted an over the rear blue tooth pair I ch could review my music or just enjoy others. I bought another pair right away for my guy! I love the voice recognition pauses so you can talk to someone else leaving them on. I would highly recommend this product. Oh! And it holds its charge beautifully. I charged mine 3 days ago and i use them daily. The only thing i could give a con to at this point is the ease of adjustent of headband sizes without hitting sensitive controls. Not really a con as prob just takes more familiarity. I have s small headHey, it's Sony.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Adrienne, Excellent choice! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH-1000XM4 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
Better in every way including BT connectivity
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought the previous XM2 version years ago and used it often when flying or on conference calls. While the sound and noise cancelling were excellent, the BT switching was terrible between devices. NOW, with teh XM4 they seemed to have fixed that to allow switching between TWO devices relatively seamlessly. The sound quality has improved and even the noise cancelling seems to cover higher frequencies than before. The cans fit more comfortably as well. It should be noted that when shipped, the two device feature was not yet included and a firmware update was required. This was not clear until I called Sony support and they walked me though it. Also, I experienced some odd shutoffs during conference calls due, I think, to my AC running at high and possibly confusing the talk feature. I will experiment further next call. The instruction manual and help pages need overhaul. The pictographic explanations are lame.
I would recommend this to a friendPricey but good
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones overall. I got mine on sale for about 270ish and while it was still a little pricey, these are great headphones. Setup was relatively easy and the app offers many features, including a great eq (the headphones are too bassy out of the box), and different levels of ambient sound. The noise cancelation is amazing, and works well for bus rumbles and airplane noises. The battery life is also extremely good, and they dont need to be charged very often. They look very premium as well and dont look or feel cheap. My only gripe really is that the microphone isnt very good for calls. Besides that, I would highly recommend these headphones if you are willing to spend the money or wait for these headphones to go on sale.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Juan,
Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the WH1000XM4. We're glad that you like the dedicated app (Sony Headphones Connect) noise canceling function, battery life, and design of the headphones.
We also appreciate your review about the call quality of the headphones. For optimum performance, make sure that the software version of the headphones is updated (via the Sony Headphones Connect app). These steps may also help when using the mic function of the headphones:
-Keep the headset away from a microwave oven, wireless LAN device, etc.
-Bring the headset closer to the Bluetooth device. Remove any obstacles between the headset and the Bluetooth device.
-Keep the headset away from a TV.
-Re-establish the connection between the source device and the headset.
-When using a video calling application on a computer, switch the Bluetooth connection to HFP or HSP with the computer. During a video call, sound quality may become low due to the conditions of the communication line.
-You can also check the settings of the app that you are using for mic sensitivity if available.
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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!
-Ralph
Get it
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The absolute best sounding headphones I’ve owned. Super comfy when one.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Gigsc11,
We’re so happy to hear these are the best-sounding headphones you’ve owned! We’re glad you’re finding them super comfortable for your listening sessions.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Excellent, Best Isolation Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The moment you put these on you'll hear the silence. These are wonderful. Battery life lasts long and they are very lightweight on the head. Plenty of padding as well. Get these over the bose any day hands down.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SamDouglass, you definitely 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.
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
NO Ear compression
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These cover the ears, and there is no pressing on the ear. The noise cancellation is great, along with the overall sound quality
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MelC,
That is excellent feedback! We are delighted that the comfort and superior sound quality, especially the great noise cancellation, of your WH-1000XM4 headphones are meeting your expectations.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
Phenomenal noise cancelling
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these specifically for their noise cancelling capabilities. They do that extremely well. I can block out all of the background traffic and office noise easily without even playing any music. They also excel at music reproduction and the app allows you to tailor the equalizer to your liking. I worry about durability as they are made of plastic and have hinges but so far they seem fine. I only need to charge them every 3 days or so. They can connect to two devices simultaneously.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello LegionUser,
Thank you for your feedback and we are truly happy that you are pleased with the superb noise canceling capability that blocks out unwanted noise. Also, we're glad that you appreciate the awesome sound quality of the XM4. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the noise canceling. Very comfortable headset. I use them during sleep and can’t hear any outside noises and stay on through the night. Battery life lasts long.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .That's awesome, Philver! We're glad that you are impressed with the noise-cancelling feature 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. 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
Amazing quality and affordable
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought them to listen to music while I work on my computer and they are amazing, super comfortable and the sound quality is also very nice. There are also very durable, I have dropped them multiple times and they are just fine.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Jocelyn,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the WH-1000XM4 headphones. We feel privileged to know that you are enjoying their comfort and sound quality. It’s also wonderful to learn about their durability. Your feedback is incredibly important to us, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
Thank you for choosing our brand!
Best regards,
Gus
If you have the money, get them
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’ve had these for a little over two months now and they’ve been great. I got these headphones in particular after being told they aren’t harsh on the ears, which is an important thing for me. They fit and feel wonderful, even with all of my earrings on. As for the actual sound of the headphones, everything sounds great to me. The noise canceling is especially great since I use these in noisy environments and hardly anything distracts me from my work when I have these on. So if you are looking to get headphones, these are a great option.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Alyssavc, Awesome! We're really glad to hear you're happy and satisfied with the features, exceptional comfort, amazing sound quality, and overall performance of our new industry-leading, Noise Canceling headphones 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. The headphones blend sophisticated style with exceptional comfort. Super-soft, pressure-relieving earpads in foamed urethane evenly distribute pressure and increase ear/pad contact for a stable fit. And with a lighter-weight design, you'll barely notice you're wearing them. Thank you for your purchase and for the 5-star rating! -Jess
Best headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality sounds amazing for the price I paid for, a lot of personalization to suit your preferences, and it can last a while on even with max volume
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bncs,
We're so glad to hear that your Sony headphones have impressed you with amazing sound quality for the price, customizable features to suit your preferences, and lasting battery even at max volume. Thank you for awarding a fantastic 5-star rating—durability and personalized listening are definitely standout qualities of the WH1000XM4.
Thank you for choosing Sony—wishing you an outstanding day!
DiegoV.
Amazing headphone!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I listen to different genre and the default sounds sounded great. Once I made minor adjustment to the Eq, the headphone really comes alive. I have custom settings for certain genre that can easily be swipe through within the app. In the beginning, head headphone had a strong clamp to my ears but after a few hours of use, it seem to have broken in. I had these on for hours While working and they felt comfortable, but my ears did get hot because the suction really cover my ears. The anc is out of this world. I don’t turn on the volume to high, maybe 20-25%. My wife was talking to me but couldn’t hear anything coming out of her mouth. :) I turn of the speak to chat feature when I am outside jogging. It seems to pick up some noises and activate the feature. This thing stays on pretty good while jogging. I would recommend turning up the ambient noise so you can hear incoming vehicles. Overall, I am really satisfied.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kels, we appreciate your 5-star review 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
Best headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I did my research before deciding to purchase them. I saw these on sale last year around this time and I did a big mistake thinking they would be on sale a few weeks before Christmas but they weren’t and I ended up buying them but I returned them because of the price which was full price. So when they came around the holidays again this year, I didn’t hesitate when I saw the price drop to the same one as last year. In my opinion, they are the best ones comfort sound and price. I’d rather buy these than the Apple headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Cserivan07,
Good decision and you'll definitely love this one! We're glad that you were able to snatch this on a sale and experience the awesome sound quality, comfort and noise canceling feature 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 for choosing Sony! - Marco
Great value
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great battery life and sound performance. Sensitivity of the the controls is a bit of an issue during use but not enough to change rating.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MariaC,
We're truly heartened to learn that you're enjoying your Sony headphones, and thank you so much for the generous 5-star rating! It's wonderful to know the battery life and sound performance have impressed you. We appreciate your honest note about the sensitivity of the controls, and are grateful you've shared your experience as it helps us continue to refine each detail.
Thank you for choosing Sony—wishing you a brilliant day!
DiegoV.