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
to a friend
Great for the price!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are great headphones for the price. When looking at the XM5 and 6 being several hundred more, the XM4 still holds now. Not being able to connect to multiple devices at once is a bit inconvenient, but it’s easy enough to pair so I’m not too bothered by it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Heath,
We are pleased to hear that you find the WH-1000XM4 to be a great value! We would like to let you know that these headphones do actually support connecting to two devices at once via the Multipoint Connection feature; you can enable this by opening the Sony | Headphones Connect app, navigating to the System tab, and toggling on "Connect to 2 devices simultaneously." We are glad that the noise cancellation and sound quality are holding up well for you, and we appreciate you choosing Sony.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Great for frequent flyers
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Id be the first one to say that these headphones are expensive. However they are worth the money for the sound quality and sound deadening alone. I have to travel a lot for work and these have been added as a must have when packing. When turned on you can barely hear the hum of the engine of the plane. Screaming baby, no problem with these headsets. Sitting next to a constant burper or someone that clears their throats; no worries the headphones got you. Ultimately these headphones are worth every cent.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello SHAEC,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re delighted to learn that your WH-1000XM4 headphones have become a vital part of your travel experience! It’s fantastic to see how their exceptional sound quality and top-notch noise cancellation are enhancing your work trips. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the pricing of the headphones.
Best regards,
-Fred
Great Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These Sony headphones do not disappoint. They have excellent, rich sound with plenty of bass to make songs thump. They connect seamlessly through Bluetooth and offer extended control through the phone app. For the most part, the headphones are comfortable for wearing and have nice padding. But after a couple hours of wear the pinch force begins to hurt. Overall they are great headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Brucey, Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re thrilled to hear that you’re enjoying the exceptional sound quality, seamless connectivity, and app control features of your Sony XM4 headphones. However, we regret to learn that you’re experiencing discomfort during extended use. We recommend adjusting the headband to alleviate pressure or taking short breaks to ease the strain on your ears. For further assistance, please visit: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002928786.html. Hope this information helps! If you need further assistance or have additional concerns, may we contact you directly? If so, please email the following information to socialsupport@am.sony.com. Apologies if you've already shared this information with customer service — we just want to ensure we have your most accurate details: Full Name: Username: Telephone Number: Additional Information regarding your experience with the WH1000XM4/L. Thank you for choosing Sony, and we hope you continue to enjoy your headphones! Sincerely, Maria
Extremely happy with these headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sounds fantastic! Noise cancellation is exceptional! Very comfortable! Battery used for 5 hours and still has 90% left!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello JaniceS,
That's perfect! We are thrilled to hear that you are pleased with the noise canceling capability, audio quality, comfortability and long battery life 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! - Marco
Definitely buy these!
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I absolutely love them!! Listening to Pink Floyd with these headphones is literally heaven's gate. Best purchase ever! Battery life is amazing as well, noise cancellation is insane. I could have these on while chaos happens around me and i wouldnt even know/hear it!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AshleyG, Awesome! We are glad to hear that you are happy with your purchase! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
Best ANC Headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fairly Comfy (not as much as the Bose QCs) but not uncomfortable at all. Great ANC, better app with EQ, and USB-C, because we're 2020....Touch Controls remain top notch and a relatively conservative sleek design perfect for both business and casual environments. The custom ANC button is cool. Only gripe is having to hold power to turn on/off, and the microphone is still pretty terrible. Dropping aptX + aptX LL/HD was also a seriously questionable move, but at the end of they day, it's still bluetooth codec so the quality isn't going to be on par anyways. Sound's passable from a regular viewpoint and downright awful from an audiophone. Of course, you're here for ANC and not something like Senn 6xx so we can gloss over the sound quality.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Akio, 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
Great Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Wonderful headphones, comfy on ears, little heavy sometimes, noise cancellation is pretty good!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the wonderful review, AshleyS!
We are so happy to hear that you are enjoying the comfort and the industry-leading noise cancellation of your WH-1000XM4 headphones. They truly are a favorite for finding some peace and quiet! We appreciate your feedback regarding the weight during longer listening sessions; we always aim to balance premium tech with a comfortable fit, so your input is very helpful for our team.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Very High Sound Quality
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality on these are absolute amazing. By far the best headphones I have ever had. I honestly cant really find a downside to them. Battery life is great, quite durable, high sound quality, fast connection, good app.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CamdenM, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your purchase! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
Excellent live audio experience ever...
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sony headphones has one of the best quality sound i hear. If you want live audio experience this is the bet product to go with..
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RakeshR,
We are thrilled that you’re enjoying the "live audio" quality of your WH-1000XM4 headphones! We designed them with our HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1 to deliver the immersive sound and clarity you are experiencing.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
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 friendA travel must have!
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are my first pair of noise-cancelling headphones. I didn't think that was really a thing until I was drying a load of laundry AND cooking with the fan on and didn't hear either. These are exactly what I need and wanted and more. I've never known that headphones could pair to multiple things at once and you could switch between devices seamlessly. The battery lasts a good amount of time and charging is simple. I will never travel without these.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Caressa,
Congratulations on your first pair of Sony noise canceling headphone. It's nice to hear that you are amazed by the superb noise canceling capability of our XM4 and long battery life. Enjoy and thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.WH-1000XM4 is an incredible wireless headphone. i love the noise canceling purchased for long flights but have been using it more at the office and at home as well. very comfortable to use for hours at a time.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello DavidB,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It brings us great joy to hear that you’re enjoying the WH-1000XM4 headphones and their noise-canceling features throughout your day. Knowing they provide comfort during long flights, as well as at the office and home, means a lot to us. Thank you for sharing how they’ve become a valuable part of your routine.
Best regards,
-Fred
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
Good sound quality
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very good headphones. Good noise cancelation and battery life
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello NICHOLASD,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're delighted to hear that your WH‑1000XM4 headphones deliver very good performance, with strong noise cancellation and battery life. Your positive note means a lot—enjoy many more great listening sessions ahead.
Best regards,
-Fred
They’re everything I wanted and more
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these so much!! I get overstimulated a lot and I really wanted a pair of headphones that had noise cancelling (I have a pair of AirPods but I feel like they don’t do much) and these are perfect. I wear them everyday, at home and at work and sometimes to sleep (they do stay on!) and they’re super comfortable. 10/10. I would buy another pair for sure.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kait,
We're so glad to hear that our WH-1000XM4 headphones are helping you so much with overstimulation. Hearing that they're a perfect fit for your daily life, from home and work to even for sleep, is what we strive for. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your 10/10 experience. Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
Awesome headphones for the gym!!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My Bose quite-comforts died out on me. I took advantage of the recent sale for these and loves them. The noise cancelling feature is top notch and fits perfectly with no movement during squats and bench presses at the gym. Overall love them
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Claude,
That is excellent news! We are delighted that you took advantage of the sale and are thoroughly enjoying your WH-1000XM4 headphones. It's fantastic to hear that the noise-cancelling is top-notch and that they fit perfectly and stay secure even through your squats and bench presses at the gym!
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Well made sound.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality. Solid bass and good battery life. But sometimes the headphones would kick me out of silent mode for ambience sound for the little sounds even when I set the settings not to.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SalvadorA, Thank you for the feedback on your experience with your Sony WH1000XM4. We're happy to hear that you like the great sound quality, solid bass, and excellent battery life of this headset. Please follow the steps on this link if the headphones kicked you out of the noise canceling mode: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752735.html
Hope this helps and thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
10/10
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great customer service overall and best headphone purchases I’ve made so far! And can we talk about the quality of the headphones wow! Definitely recommend
I would recommend this to a friendRelatively Good
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality and battery life are great. Sometimes the sound starts to skip like a scratched CD regardless of the device it's paired with.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi WilliamH,
We're pleased to learn that you rated your Sony headphones 4 stars! It's fantastic to know the sound quality and battery life impressed you, as these are key strengths of your Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones. We appreciate you sharing about the occasional audio skipping, and your feedback is invaluable for continuous improvement. We would definitely recommend checking for any firmware update on the Sony Sound Connect app, as sometimes minor bugs can be fixed by updating the software of the unit.
Thank you for choosing Sony—wishing you a wonderful day!
DiegoV.
Great quality headphones
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.LOVE! The noise cancelling is so amazing. They are comfort on the head and ears. Battery also lasts a long time. Highly recommend it’s worth the price tag.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MohammedR,
You made the right choice! We're glad that you like the noise canceling function, comfort, and battery life 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