Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM4/L
- SKU:
- 12017506
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 enjoy the phenomenal sound quality, comfort, and impressive battery life. They also appreciate the solid bass, lightweight design, and good fit, along with reliable connectivity. However, some customers find the touch controls annoying, believe the product is overpriced, and desire more volume.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Top of the line
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The noise canceling is very customizable from a soft threshold to an extreme silent setting. Being able to pair 2 devices was a feature I never knew I needed in a pair of quality headphones. Voice detection can be a bit hit or miss, so you either love it or not. There is a learning curve when it comes to swipe gestures and connectivity so keep that in mind. Other than that - these are top tier when it comes to audio and drowning out the noise around you - these are the headphones you want if you want to get lost in pure music.
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Posted .Hi FWfun, we appreciate 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. Thank you for choosing Sony. ~Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
This is your sign
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The quality is amazing and very comfortable 10 out of 10
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Posted .Hi chia,
We appreciate the 5-star rating and we're glad to hear that you like the quality and comfortable design 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. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Well worth the price
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound quality great bass one of the best noise cancellation headphones I’ve ever tried
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Posted .Hi dominic, Great! We're glad that you like the sound quality and noise canceling function. 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
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Best noise cancelling headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sony is my go to tech brands for the simplicity and functionality. These headphones have an app that you can personalize all types of features and what not. The battery life lasts forever on one charge and it is the best at the gym or on the plane.
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Posted .Hi MaeLe, Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're glad you are happy with your headphones. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great sound
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality and comfortable to wear during workout
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Posted .Hi Mrdc, Awesome! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality and comfort of your new WH-1000XM4 headphones! 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Beats Bose Quiet Comfort 35
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I've just had these a couple of weeks but so far the Sony M4 wireless headphones impress, as does the accompanying Sony APP, which features an excellent equalizer with enough customizations to get the sound you are looking for. The headphones themselves have a rich, bassy sound that is enhanced by the aforementioned equalizer embedded in the Sony APP. The touch controls take a little getting used to but work well. The headset's noise-canceling features are top-notch as well. Based on first impressions this device gets five stars.
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Posted .Hi EricS, you definitely made the right choice! 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, Weight
The best headphones I have ever had.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The best headphones! They feel lighter than you might expect but that makes them some comfortable to wear for long listening sessions.
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Posted .Hi Mattwiththecamera,
You made the right choice! 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, Sound quality
A Best Buy
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Gorgeous, Terrific Sound, Very Confortable. A Best Buy!!!
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Posted .Hi EfrainZaragoza,
That's great! Thank you for reaching out to us today. We're always happy to hear from you. We appreciate the 5-star rating and we're glad to hear that you like the sound quality and comfortable design 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. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Okay, but there are better options in 2022
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These were okay. I tried them out after using the WF-1000XM4 and found the the ear buds to be superior in almost every way. The noise canceling is better, there's not a weird third option between ambient sound and noise canceling, the bluetooth stability is better, the ambient pass through is MUCH better (its pretty bad on these), etc. The only edge I would give to these is comfort, but the material does get hot after a couple of hours. I did ultimately return these and picked up the airpod maxes and have been happier with that purchase.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Disappointed,
While we're glad you appreciate the comfort, we truly regret to hear you're not having the best experience with your WH-1000XM4. These headphones achieve a tight seal over the ears. If the effect of noise canceling is not sufficient, please check the guidelines and steps
To ensure optimal performance with noise canceling, please refer to the steps and guidelines below:
• Make sure that the noise canceling function is turned on.
• Adjust the headset into a comfortable position.
• The noise canceling function is effective in low frequency ranges such as airplanes, trains, offices, near air-conditioning, and is not as effective for higher frequencies, such as human voices.
• Check that the Adaptive Sound Control is turned off.
Check the setting of the Adaptive Sound Control on the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app. When the Adaptive Sound Control is turned on, the noise canceling function may become insufficient.
We regret to hear that the headphones had to be returned.
We hope you will consider Sony again in a future purchase. Thank you for the feedback.
Sincerely,
Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best Wireless Headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are hands down the best wireless noise-cancelling headphones in its price range. I've owned the Bose 700 Headphones for a short time but ended up swapping for these Sony's. They aren't as flashy looking as the Bose but these out perform in every way. Also, highly recommend using a HiFi streaming service like Tidal or Deezer to get the most out of these headphones. I've always used Spotify but they difference is very noticeable and I don't think I will be able to go back after purchasing these!
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Posted .Hi Ethannn, 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:Sound quality, Weight
Amazing
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Lightweight. Great sound. Great ANC. They live up and exceed the hype. I find reasons now just to use them.
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Posted .Hi ShoeMoe, we're glad you like the noise canceling feature of our 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
Fantastic for travel and focusing
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best thing it there for noise cancellation. Bose are close, but these are better. Great sounds and battery life too.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Feralshad0w, We are glad that you are enjoying your newest noise canceling 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good OTE NC Headphones.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality. Good flexibility for a decent price.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PaulA,
Thank you for sharing your positive feedback on the WH-1000XM4 headphones! We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the great sound quality and that you found them to be a versatile choice offering good flexibility for a decent price.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Best, Jenn.
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Lives up to the hype!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sounds Great! Easy to Use! Very Comfortable! Nice customization.
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Posted .Hello Cathy77379,
We appreciate the 5-star rating and we're glad you like the sound quality and comfortability 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. Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great product
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very happy with these head phones. Its awesome that they have a bluetooth and come with a headphones jack. Recently took a trip and with the aux cord it allowed me to use them to watch a movie on the plane with the in seat tvs. But also able to use bluetooth on my table and not need 2 different headphones. The anc always works really nice and i love the feature to put your hand over the right ear and it allow you to hear whats going on around you so your not always having to take them off
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Posted .Hi Chris,
Awesome! We're thrilled to hear you are enjoying the noise cancelling function, wired connection and Bluetooth connectivity of your new 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! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Must buy
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones. Better than Bose option. The battery and quality is top class
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Sagar, That's great! We're glad to hear that you chose these WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones. Intelligent and intuitive, the WH-1000XM4 headphones offer further improvements to our advanced noise cancellation, exceptional sound quality, and smart listening that adjusts to your behavior and your location. With a huge 30 hours of battery life, you’ll have enough power even for long trips. And if you need to top up in a hurry, you can get 5 hours’ worth of charge after just 10 minutes with the optional AC adapter. Thank you for giving the product a perfect rating! Jay
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Awesome
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Really useful to pair two devices simultaneously. I’ve always felt that Bluetooth sacrifices sound quality but these seem to overcome that. Worth the money, noice canceling is exceptional and they’re comfortable
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Posted .Hi Petoon,
We are glad to hear you like the fast Bluetooth connection, noise-canceling and improved cushioning to the headband and ear padding. 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 and have a nice day!
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sleek and beautiful. This headphone performs great and the devise free control on volume, track selection, etc
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Posted .Hi Ryan,
Awesome! We're glad that you like the design and touch controls 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
Killer value, great features, no reason to buy xm5
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones. There is no reason to buy the xm5, they didn’t make enough upgrades to justify the cost. Buy these and save the money. These are the best consumer grade headphones in their price category. I am a professional audio engineer and the sound quality and ANC is second to none without buying into a much higher tier.
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Posted .Hi Chris,
We appreciate the 5-star rating and we're glad to hear that you love the sound quality and noise canceling of your new Sony 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. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
The ultimate NC headset
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was in the market for a noise cancelling headset. I tried the Bose qc45 but it wasn’t as strong. I tried the XM5 and I wasn’t a fan of them either, it honestly seemed like a step down. Finally I went with the XM4 and I do not regret the change. Great bass and even better NC. I was working and heard nothing around me. Some have even used them to mow the lawn. That’s how strong the noise cancellation is.
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Posted .Hi MontyAG, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are enjoying your new WH-1000XM4 headphones! 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