Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM4/L
- SKU:
- 6428314
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
WOW
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best ANC in the game right now, took these on a flight and wow! They’re just great over all headphones, only thing for me is that the bass isn’t too heavy, so if you’re a bass head, maybe these arent for you, but great for all music genres & even for watching movies
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bryan,
We're glad that you're enjoying the 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.
We appreciate your feedback about the bass quality. You can use the equalizer function of the Sony Headphones Connect app to tailor-fit the sound quality to your needs.
Thanks for sharing your review and for choosing Sony.
~Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
It's just you and tinnitus!
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased these for my son as he is most productive when the sounds of others fall silent. He's become a full time work-from-home engineer and said good bye to communal cubicles. But even at home this unit has delivered! Definitely recommend them.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BrunoM, 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
Perfect for the shop.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Got these for my woodworking shop. Love the noise control options, so that I can wear the headphones and still talk, all while maintaining safety for my hearing. Plus the battery lasts forever, even while listening to my books all day.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Shadedtreewoodpro,
Great! We're glad that these headphones are perfect for your lifestyle. 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
Excellent
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent headphones very good and nice cancellation I like how the battery life.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Owen,
We're glad that you like the battery life and noise canceling function 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
slayyy
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.the “it” girls will wear these. these sound so nice and look cute, also have incredible battery life so you can slay all day
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LuisM,
That's fantastic! We are truly delighted to hear your satisfaction with the incredible sound quality, stylish & good-looking design, and long-lasting battery life of the WH-1000XM4. 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 purchasing our WH-1000XM4 and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
10/10 headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones make me happy. The noise canceling is amazing and the sound quality is also quite good for someone who isn’t a huge audiophile but still values quality.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Devin, Excellent choice! We are glad to hear that you are happy with the sound quality and noise canceling 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
3 stars
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality was top-notch! Unfortunately, these aren't the best for athletes. They didn't stay on my head during my run. I wouldn’t recommend.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi EricaM,
We appreciate you acknowledging the top-notch sound quality of the WH-1000XM4 headphones! We are sorry to hear they did not provide the necessary stability for your runs, as they are primarily designed for stable use during travel and daily commuting rather than vigorous athletic activity. For activities like running, we recommend considering one of our true wireless earbud models, such as the LinkBuds Fit, which are engineered with secure-fit wing tips and an IPX4 splashproof rating to ensure they stay comfortably and securely in place during movement.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love them love the color and the noise cancelling is soo good
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BrendaE,
Awesome! We're glad to hear that you love the noise canceling and color of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are the absolute best headphones for anyone needing to drown out any type of noise from children, cars, airplanes,or a crowded station, and the sound quality is so immersive it really lets you feel the music differently. Every time I put these on I’m in my own world
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Thomas,
Great! We're happy to hear that these headphones are perfect for your lifestyle. 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
No need for thought. Just get
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones, had them for a few years now and I love them more than ever
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the amazing review, Syai!
We are thrilled to hear that you love your WH-1000XM4 headphones more than ever! It is wonderful to know that after a few years of use, they are still delivering the quality and comfort you expect from Sony. We design our products to stand the test of time, and hearing that they’ve become such a reliable part of your daily life truly makes our day.
Thank you for being a part of the Sony family and for sharing your experience!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great for music
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones, especially when subscribed to a great streaming service. One issue when using as a headset the microphone drops out and you have to turn off and back on. That said, I don’t use them for video conferencing.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Radar, Thank you for the feedback on your experience with your WH-1000XM4. We regret to hear you're having an issue with the mic when using it for video conference calls. Please try to set the headset to “Priority on stable connection” mode. For details, please check this link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752802.html
And for additional guidelines and troubleshooting steps when using the headphones for video calls on a computer, please refer to this link: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm4/articles/00250089
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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! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
GREAT!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Greatest headset. My only quarrel is it might get a bit uncomfortable but it might be my head. I would definitely get it again. The sound quality is your own personal movie theater. It does come with 3 months of free 360 music. It chages your life
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Battlestar,
We appreciate the 5-star rating and we are glad you like the sound quality of the headphones. 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 enjoy your headphones!
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Perfect buy
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best over the ear wireless headphones in the market hands down, especially for the discounted price, much better than its newer version too
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello EyadE,
Wow! We thank you for appreciating the overall quality of our 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
Tried and tested! Five Stars!
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought these as a gift for my husband a few years ago. He uses them at the gym, travel, and while doing some household chores. After extensive use, they broke. He was so happy and impressed by the quality of these headphones that he repurchased the same product again on his own! He can't be without them and didn't even want to bother testing out another brand.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MelS,
Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the WH1000XM4. We're glad these headphones are perfect for your husband's lifestyle. It's unfortunate that the unit broke. We hope that he'll have a better experience with the replacement unit. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Excellent Buy
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones. I think they're well worth the money. They were easy to setup, with the app. They sound fantastic. And they don't look half bad, either - they're not too big or boxy. I could see myself using them for years to come.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Andy, We are glad that 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 trusting Sony! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
The Sound of Perfection (and silence)
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I read the reviews of all the Bluetooth headphones and this got the best on multiple levels. I love this headphone, it’s my first Bluetooth. Sound is clear and the EQ is infinitely customizable. Noise Canceling is amazing! I highly recommend these headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Nycnoise,
You made the right choice with these 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best fit for larger head sizes
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I purchased this pair of headphones predominately for online school lectures while blocking out the husband, pets and television background noise. Not much to complain about other than the lack of ability to tighten the over head band. Even at the smallest size, my adult head doesn’t hold them in place for long. It is annoying but not worth returning.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Headsize, Thanks for sharing your experience and we are sorry that the headband is quite big for you. Please make sure the sliders of the headband are in their original position, or the default position. Make sure you are also wearing them correctly by following the guide here: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002928786.html. Despite your concern, we are happy that you still like your Sony wireless in-ear 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. Should you need further assistance, you can email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Pricey, but Nice.
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My son loves his headphones. Comes with a protective case. They are defintiely noise cancelling because he cannot hear me when he has them on. $300 cost.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi there, Thank you for the purchase and we're delighted to hear that your son loves the noise canceling 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
seems too big for my head, but it'll do.
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Only get's 4 stars cause I'm not sure the adaptive Noise Cancelling automatically "adapts" to the current noise levels. Sometimes I have to reset the noise cancelling by turning off and on, then it seems to block out more noise. However, it is better than Bose noise cancelling blocking out more of the upper midrange.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PeterHugh, We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your WH-1000XM4. If you feel like the noise canceling is not sufficient, please check our help guide link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752735.html
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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Love these headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones. They are a bit bulky but not too heavy
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AllisonH, We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying your WH-1000XM4 headphones! While we understand that they may feel slightly bulky, we're delighted to know that you find them comfortably lightweight. Wishing you many joyful listening experiences, and thank you for choosing Sony! - Romeo