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.
Favorite headphones ever
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Grear sound, great connectivity. I would recommend these to everyone
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LNCO,
Thank you very much for your feedback on the WH-1000XM4 headphones! We are honored to hear that you love the sound and connectivity and that you would recommend them to everyone.
These headphones are known for their industry leading Noise Cancellation thanks to the QN1 Processor and they also feature Speak-to-Chat technology, which automatically pauses your music when you start talking.
We're genuinely thankful you decided on Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
Excellent sound and top-notch noise canceling
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound and top-notch noise canceling Slightly more comfortable Improved voice calling Pairs with two devices at the same time New Speak-to-Chat mode Upgraded Bluetooth system-on-chip Good battery life
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Greg,
Great! We're thrilled to hear your 5-star review of these amazing 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. 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 headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Wow! I don’t hand out five stars easily but these headphones never cease to amaze me. They have more features than you could ever imagine. If you get stuck in a setting just Google how to get out of it by using the model number of the headphones. It has more settings than are listed in the instructions. These really keep the noise out and would be great on an airplane even in the noisiest seat. They charge in the blink of an eye and the charge lasts me for a week of viewing in the evenings at least. I haven’t had to charge them yet. I just wish the charging cord was longer than 3 inches. They really exceeded my expectations.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi happyshopper, Thank you for giving the WH1000XM4 a perfect 5 star rating! We're very pleased to hear you're enjoying the cool new features, ease of use, excellent noise cancellation, quick charging, and long-lasting battery life of your new Sony headphones. We have noted your input about the length of the charging cable and will be sure to forward this feedback to the appropriate department.
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
best headphones ever
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.amazing sound profile and quality. very lightweight and comfortable, however they do tend to move around a little if you’re working out.
I would recommend this to a friendFabulous Headphones!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’d assumed noise cancelling headphones were a mythic unicorn, but if unicorns exist, these headphones are it. A lifesaver. Great battery life and comfortable to wear for great duration.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SilenceIsBliss,
Amazing! We're glad that you are enjoying the noise canceling function, battery life, 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
slayyy
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The quality sounds really good for the price, nice bass and love the options on the app to change how much bass I want. and very comfortable to wear
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LuisM,
Amazing! We're glad that you like the sound quality, dedicated app (Sony Headphones Connect), 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
Best of the best
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones with ANC. Period. Comes with a case and usb type c cord. (Could be longer). Light weight and comfortable on the ears. You have download the app on the phone to fully utilise all the settings. At 279 it is really excellent.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Tyro,
We're glad to hear your 5-star review 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 supplied cable is greatly appreciated. Thanks for choosing Sony!
~Ralph
Great
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones have great sound quality and are very nice to wear. The features are also nice with the touch on the side. My only complaint is that the top of the headphones gets uncomfortable after about 2 hours of strait usage.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LivelyLimes,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're really happy to hear that you're enjoying the great sound quality and the comfortable fit of your Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones. It's also great that you're finding the side-touch features to be a nice addition to your listening experience.
We sincerely appreciate your feedback regarding the comfort on top of the head after extended use. We've put a lot of research into the ergonomic design, but we understand that personal comfort can vary. Your input is valuable and will be considered as we continue to improve our products.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
WH-1000XM4 Review
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Pros: Sound quality (9/10), build quality (9.5/10), long battery life (consistent ~30 hours on full charge), quick charging, being able to connect to 2 devices at once (so underrated if you use your phone and laptop back to back for the same tasks). Cons: The app has been buggy on and off for me (sometimes reactivated speak-to-chat in the settings after an update). The charger cable could've been longer. Sometimes, the touch interface mistook my tapping (pausing/resuming) as swiping (previous/next). Extra notes: At some point they were beeping for no reason, so I had to factory reset the headphones a few times (which did fix the issue). Do not use these for picking up phone calls or for voice chat! Summary: Very good headphones for students if you're only focused on the noise-canceling, audio quality, and build quality. However, the software is a bit buggy, so I would recommend trying them out when they're on sale and taking advantage of the return window if you're on the fence about them.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mimi, Thank you for your honest review! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying 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
Believe the hype!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best pair of headphones I've used so far. The NC and the 360 audio is really impressive at this price point. I like the build quality a lot better than the Bose. I rarely have to worry about charging. Highly recommend. Also the case is perfect for travel. This is my second pair. First one got stolen :(
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the 5-star and review, Levi. We're truly delighted to hear your purchase went well and we've matched your expectations with your Sony WH-1000X4 Headphones. Your satisfaction with the excellent noise cancellation, sound quality, and overall performance of your headphones are greatly appreciated. Glad to know you like the build quality and included carrying case. Thank you for your purchase and for choosing Sony! -Jess
Dr Mohan
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It’s nice good sound quality, and more than 72hrs charging .
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MohanG,
We are ecstatic to learn that you are enjoying the sound quality of your WH-1000XM4! It is wonderful to hear that the battery performance is providing you with such extended listening time between charges.
Thank you for trusting Sony.
Regards,
Dominick
Sony headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound and very comfortable. I wouldn’t buy these for someone if they have a smaller head. They did not fit my girlfriends.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi WillP,
We couldn't be happier to hear that you are enjoying the great sound quality and comfort of your headphones. We appreciate you sharing your feedback regarding the fit; we always aim to design products that offer a premium experience, and your honest input helps other customers find the right match for their needs. We hope you continue to enjoy every beat!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
A 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
can't go wrong with this
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.very comfy, pretty decent sound quality, excellent noise cancellation and battery life...not sure if it is sturdy enough though, time will tell
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi notapoweruser, Awesome! We are glad to hear that you are happy with your purchase! The WH-1000XM4 is designed, 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
Sony wh1000x4 headphones review
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones 10 out of 10. It connects well and the sound quality is amazing
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ChynaT,
We are beyond pleased to hear that you think the Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones are a perfect 10 out of 10! We appreciate you highlighting the reliable connectivity and the amazing sound quality.
Thank you for trusting Sony and enjoy your listening!
Regards,
Dominick
Perfect headphones for me
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I've had a lot of headphones. Sony, Bose, KEF, Sennheiser, Audio-Technica, B&O, Klipsch. Some wireless, some wired, some with noise-cancellation, some without. Open-back, close-back - like I said, a lot of headphones. Day-to-day usage, I've been using AirPods since December 2016, and then AirPods Pro in November 2019. Been using those as they're insanely convenient and sound good for what I use them for. The Sony XM4 is by far the best set I've ever used. Incredibly comfortable, fantastic sound, decent but not overbearing bass, a comfortable soundstage, and the best noise cancelling I've ever had. The trade off that is losing Apple's convenience factor and Spatial Audio is more than made up for with just how great these sound. Bonus points for 3D Audio (if you can find it) and the customizable EQ.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi jpeter,
You made the right choice with the Sony 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
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
Wireless for audiophiles
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love these. So comfortable. I don't need to charge them for days at a time. Good eq, not overwhelmed by bass like beats. Highly recommended for audiophiles wanting to go wireless.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Gregphomet, That's awesome! We are glad you love your new Sony wireless 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. Meanwhile, the Equalizer lets you customize sound levels to suit your music. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent
Best Noise Cancelling. Love these Headphones!
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great over ear headphones! Easy to pair with my devices. The Sony App is easy to navigate and set up. I don't like that Sony advertised 360 sound. You need certain music services if you want to utilize that. So I took a star off for that. Sound is amazing! My wife thinks they are loud at 50 percent. I love how they sound though! You can play with the different equalizer settings in the app to your liking. The battery life on these are great! Love the Noise Cancelling feature. I can sit in bed watching stuff on my phone while my wife watches TV and I cannot hear what she is watching. The USB C cable is very short, which I wish Sony would make it longer. But thankfully I have other cables that are long enough. Tried these and the Apple on ear headphones. They both sound great but having an Android phone I couldn't utilize all the features the apple one has. Plus they are twice as expensive. I was able to get these at a great price!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BigMondo, thank you for your detailed review. We're glad that you like the ease of pairing, setup, and navigating the Sony Connect app, noise canceling feature, and sound quality. 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! Erin
Went wireles
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Time had come to upgrade from my trusted wired Bose noise cancelling headset to a wireless version. After some research it became clear that for the most part a decision between Bose and Sony was just about a toss-up with each having features that would apply to specific users. I went with the Sony due to some sharp pricing, longer charge life and a "killer ap" the headphones turn off when removed. In use, I am not disappointed with my decision, they are comfortable for extended use, even without noise cancellation do a great job of keeping noise out and provide an excellent listening experience. Have not yet had the opportunity to test battery life but don't see myself ever testing the upper limits of battery life.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi dealzguy,
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