Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM4/S
- SKU:
- 10101548
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 often highlight the phenomenal Sound Quality, exceptional Comfort, and impressive Battery Life as major strengths. Many also appreciate the solid Bass, lightweight feel, and great Fit of the product. However, some users 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, Weight
Good, but could use a few tweaks to be great
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Then noise cancelling function on these headphones is really good. I've never really had a pair other than airpod pros. I mainly use these while I'm studying, listening to lectures or on Zoom calls. I love that you can connect to two devices at the same time via bluetooth. These headphones are much smaller and lightweight than I thought they would be. The app you need to accompany it is okay to use, but does not have a ton of functionality. There are a couple of major points that I do not like. 1st, the padding on the earcups is not very thick. Your ears may touch the inside of the headphones if they aren't on the smaller side. I have tried to replace them with aftermarket ones, but have not found the right one yet. 2nd, the talk to speak function, it will pause headphones if it indicates you speaking, is very sensitive. It reacts to a slight clearing of the throat or other sound easily. Then it will take a few seconds to reconnect to what you were engaged in. 3rd, to get the full functionality of these headphones, such as 360 Reality Audio, you have to subscribe to "premium" apps or services that utilize it. For the price, that is off-putting.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ivazar, we're glad you like the noise canceling feature and the multitpoint function of our industry-leading noise canceling headphones. We're sorry to hear that you have issues with your SONY unit. Adjust the length of the headband. Put the headset on your head with the (left) mark on your left ear and the (right) mark on your right ear. There is a tactile dot on the (left) mark side. By using the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app, you can change the settings of the wearing detection automatic music playback pause and resume function and the wearing detection automatic power off function (the battery saving function). You may find this link helpful in your issue with the sensitivity of the unit:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002754732.html?search=pauses
If you require any additional support in regards to this product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:
We appreciate your feedback on our product. Thank you for choosing SONY. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Awesome headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was in the market for new headphones (from airpods pro gen 1). It was jusy time, and I wanted something different. After reviewing the differences between these and the bose quiet comforts, I decided to try these -and I’m glad I did! I would say my favorite aspect of these is the ambient control option -especially mainly using these at the gym, it has been very convenient while talking to people without taking them off. I used to have to hold down the ear buds to turn off the noise cancellation and it got a little annoying, while these did it automatically.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Victoria,
Great! You made the right decision in getting our WH1000XM4. Surely, you'll not regret this. We are delighted to hear that you are now enjoying your gym sessions thanks to the ambient control feature of your new headphone. We're glad that you were also utilized the speak to chat feature and noise canceling capability of our XM4. Thanks for choosing Sony and enjoy! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great Headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best buy does a great of offering top notch products at extremely competitive pricing. The Sony XM4 headphones sounds amazing and are very comfortable. highly recommend.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ArthurI, wow! We're glad you like the sound quality and comfort of our industry-leading 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. 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! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
My Sony XM4
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones I have ever had. Everything about them from comfort to music quality. They are amazing!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ChristianL,
It is truly wonderful to know that these are the best headphones you have ever owned! We are thrilled to hear that every aspect—from the premium comfort to the exceptional music quality—has made such a positive impression on you. Knowing that you find them "amazing" is exactly what we strive for.
Thank you for making Sony part of your daily listening.
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Top of the line noise cancelling headphones.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent noice cancelling. These headphones are lighter than the WH-1000XM2 that are being replaced. Build quality is not as robust as the older pair, but sound is better. Great deal when on sale. Best Buy is the only store that offers the Midnight Blue color which I like the best.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Great headphones!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I recently purchased these for my daughter. She loves them. She just went on a flight and they were great with allowing her to jear her music over the airplane noise. They also maintain a charge long enough to last for her all day.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MikeA, You've made an excellent choice! We're pleased to hear your daughter loves the excellent sound quality, noise canceling, and long-lasting battery of her new Sony WH-1000XM4 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. -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Effective Noise Cancellation
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome noise canceling headphones. Great features that speak to you to let you know if it’s on or off and how much battery is left. I use this to drown out my riding lawn mower noise as I mow. With the Bluetooth function I listen to my favorite tunes the whole time.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NewbeStreamer, Great! We're glad that you like the noise canceling function, battery life, and features. 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:Bass, Sound quality
Bass bass bass
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love taking these to the gym because the bass and overall sound quality on them is amazing.
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Posted .Hello JohnH,
Nice! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound and bass quality of our XM4 headphone. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Very nice Sound
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I will give 5 stars to this product, but when you use it the only negative thing is that you don't feel them so tight on your head, besides that, they are really great and with the updated app from Sony the options for the sound coming out of the speakers OMG...Great! , I don't think they could manufacture a better product, I own Bose, Beat, those are good products, but these Headphones are way better, very happy with them.
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Posted .Hello Nice, thank you for your great score! We are pleased to learn you're enjoying the WH1000XM4 headphones and and their outstanding sound quality! Thank you for sharing your feedback about the fit; we will certainly take it into consideration. Thank you for choosing Sony! Best regards, -Jenn.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Not bad
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not bad headphones, sound quality is excellent for a non-audiophile. Noise cancellation works a charm, I can usually wear these for a couple of hours before I need to rest my ears. They sit a little tight on my head even with adjustment, but it’s not unbearable. Bluetooth is quick and easy to connect. Included case is rigid, do not over-torque the headphones when putting away in the case, I feel like it could be an easy failure point. Overall not bad. If you see them on sale I’d recommend picking them up.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CGBB1, we're glad you are enjoying your new headphones. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very comfortable even for someone with a very large head. I wear a size 8-1/8 hat and this still fits well. Noise cancelling works as well as any other brand I have tried. the touch commands on the ear to control music and volume is extremely convient.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jason, Awesome! Glad to hear that you are enjoying your new 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. If you haven't already, please check our Sony Headphones Connect app which will let you fine-tine your music to your liking! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Excellent choice of headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality and noise reduction is superb! Fortunate for me the newer model M5 came out a few days after my purchase. The sound remains the same but the new features such as the larger ear pads make them that much more comfortable.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi OldGeek,
We're glad that you like the sound quality and noise canceling function of the headphones. We also understand where you are coming from regarding the XM5s. For optimum fit and comfort, make sure to wear the headphones properly and adjust the headband depending on your head shape. 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:Bass, Battery life
Good Headphone
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I always wanted a good headphone and I tried many others…. But Sony XM4 ticked all the boxes of modern headphone . Bass, treble and battery life… nothing to complain about..
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Billy, Excellent! 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, Weight
Amazing investment
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.One of the best investments I've made. My apartment is next to a busy road, when I'm doing hw, the noise cancellation is amazing. Sometimes I don't even use it for music, but just pure Bliss and silence. It's lightweight and comfortable, and I love the dark blue color. 10/10
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Fenrir,
Awesome! We are glad you like 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. Thank you for choosing Sony and enjoy your headphones!
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Awesome Noise Canceling Headphone.
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great Noise Canceling headphone. I use this to study and it helps prevent other distractions. The battery life lasts for a while. I active chat feature is also great, however, I do not use it much but use my right hand to cup the right side instead. Overall, great quality headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Gamer123,
We're thrilled that these headphones are perfect for your lifestyle. 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:Sound quality
Great quality, functional, sleek, would buy again
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love: I love these especially for listening to music, streaming shows/movies, walking while listening to things. Great noise-cancelling feature and the ambient background noise option is great when I need a little white noise, but not full-blown noise while working in places like open-office spaces, cafes, etc. HOWEVER: The only thing I don't like about them is that when I'm on the phone, sometimes the noise-cancelling feature doesn't work as well when I'm in a crowded place with some noise and the noise-cancelling feature is actively trying to cancel noise, you feel me? That's the only thing that bothers me so far, otherwise, I LOVE THEM! Color: Headphones are professional, sleek-looking, and pairs well with my other tech things. The slightly pearl looking finish is a nice touch, especially since over-the-ear headphones can look very bulky/chunky. Comfort: Great, soft headpiece at the top, very comfortable ear pieces. I don't know about you, but I hold a lot of heat in my head which makes wearing these for more than 1 hour in the winter time (northeast US) a little uncomfortable. However, they make for good earmuffs when I'm jumping in and out of the car when shopping. Price: I paid the sale price on these which wasn't too bad, but I had to wait a year or two for them to be the price I was willing to pay. Overall: I am not disappointed! Love these and would buy them again in the future.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi EJG312,
Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the WH1000XM4. We're glad that you like the sound quality, noise canceling function, comfort, and design 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:
-Re-establish the connection between the source device and the headset.
-Select HFP or HSP for the profile.
-You can also check the settings of the app that you are using for mic sensitivity if available.
Hope this helps. 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
Amazing ANC and Incredible Sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I purchased these for the ANC, I was blown away by the 360 Reality Audio. If you are looking at the XM4s or even the XM3s, you already know that they have set the bar for ANC. When you put these on, you just hear all that background noise woosh away putting you into silence. I've had other headphones from Anker SoundCore, to Cowin to some weird Chinese brands from Amazon and nothing comes close to the level of ANC that Sony can produce. It is truly incredible. Playing around with the Sony app(s), I stumbled upon the 360 sound demo and I was not expecting it to work as well as it did. Then I found some of the 360 / 3D / 8D videos on YouTube and it is awesome. Goofy ones like the Tucker Zone that will make you turn your head because you could swear someone was behind you knocking on a door, to songs remastered in a way that is like 5.1 and goes beyond your typical stereo effect. I can't believe I waited so long to purchases these, but I am so glad I finally did.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Pitchy,
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:Battery life, Sound quality
Great sound great battery!
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are perfect for traveling because it comes with a great case. The quality is very well and the sound is definitely premium. I was honestly surprised how long the battery lasts. So for me to say must-have item
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jacob, Thank you for 5-star rating! We're glad you like the supplied carrying case which is perfect for travelling, excellent sound and premium built quality, and excellent battery life of your 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. -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Dear Headphones: Stop listening to me
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound plus lighter and more comfortable than previous generation. My complaint: the xm4 keeps listening to me and pauses the audio every time it thinks I'm talking, such as when I cough or breathe. Please show me how to disable this useless feature!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello JohnN,
Thank you for sharing your feedback and while we're glad that you like the comforatbility and audio quality of our WH1000XM4, we regret to hear that you are having this issue. Please allow us to help so you can enjoy your XM4 without any problems.
You may find this link helpful.
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002754732.html
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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Head Phones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.What an amazing system that fits perfect, the sound is perfect.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KevinHasCovid, awesome! We're glad you like our product! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Carl