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:Comfort, Sound quality
Great!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love these! Great sound very comfortable! Great headphones
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AngelG, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH1000XM4 headphones! Thank you so much for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
A work-from-home staple
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’ve been wanting these headphones for over 6 months, so when these went on sale for Black Friday, I didn’t waste a minute to buy them. These headphones are so comfortable and are truly noise-cancelling. They’re even good to use for work calls. Love that it can connect up to 2 devices at a a time, and I’ve only had to charge them 2-3 times in the month I’ve had them. Best splurge ever!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SandraS, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We are glad to hear that you are happy with your purchase! 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:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Touch controls
Great for what it is...
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are a solid deal. The noise cancelling is one of the best on the market with remarkable sound quality. However, the touch controls can be a little to get used to and I end up using my phones controls most of the time instead, but if you just want really premium feeling and sounding headphones, these are not a bad pick
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ivanramos117,
Thank you for the feedback and we are glad you like the sound quality of the headphones. Please be assured we take this feedback very seriously and continuously strive to improve our products. 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
Must Have
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these. Already own the gen 2 and 3 versions. Upgraded to gen 4 to gain new features like pairing to 2 devices at the same time, auto pause if you take them off, and upgraded chip. The sound and comfort is amazing. Customizable EQ via Sony app. It was a choice between these and Bose 700. Decided on Sony because of past experience and most reviewers rank them higher than Bose. Plus they are less expensive. The active noise canceling is top notch. Bluetooth connection is rock solid. I haven't had any drop outs even at long distances from source. There is still a little work to be done to improve swipe controls: (not responsive in cold weather, sometimes it takes a couple tries to skip to next song or adjust volume.)
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi crsonemn, We are glad that you love your Sony WH1000XM4 wireless headphones. 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! Enjoy! -Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Better than xm2
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Strong headphones. While they band isn’t as comfortable as the xm2, the ear pads are more comfortable since they are lighter. Sound cancellation is better than xm2 but the xm2 was is still a strong comparison in that regard.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Matt, we're glad you are enjoying our product! 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! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great update to the XM2s
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I upgraded to these new headphones after a few years waiting from the XM2s. I can speak to a few changes based on those old headphones. For me the headband is no longer made of metal but plastic. This isn’t a bad change since it’s lighter on the head but it’s noticeable. The 2nd is the multi connection which is great as I don’t have to disconnect and reconnect to every other device I want to connect to now. The 3rd is the usb c charging port instead of the old micro charger. This makes the one cable to charge all devices closer as I can charge my computer, headphones and other devices now with one cable. The noise canceling and music sound quality is still top-notch and overall I recommend these headphones to anyone looking for a great all around pair of ANC headphones.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
XM4s are whatever
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So far, after having these headphones for a while, I think they're all right. I bought them because I was going on a big trip, and on the plane, they held up pretty good and were nice to have. However, I also brought my AirPods to see the difference, and to be honest, it wasn't that much of a difference that 300 dollars is buying you. These headphones sound great, and that's pretty much all they offer: good-sounding wireless headphones. However, I can't say it's worth the $ 300 price tag. I'd say if you're looking for good quality headphones,s they're other options better for your pocket to,o and If you already own noise canceling wireless headphones like AirPods Pro 2nd gen or of the same generation, I'd say just stick with as these headphones are really that much of an incentive to buy them they're also from 2016
No, I would not recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Nice and comfortable, wish the earmuffs wouldn't produce as much heat as it does but I guess that is standard across most headphones. Great audio quality. Battery life wasn't as long as claimed. Ran out of battery multiple times after 10 hours of use.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SkylerL, Thank you for the awesome feedback! Good to know you like the comfortable fit and great sound quality of your WH-1000XM4. And to ensure a more comfortable fit and to use the unit for longer periods, please adjust the left and right slider. This unit also has super-soft, pressure-relieving earpads foamed urethane that evenly distributes pressure.
If the duration of the battery is short, please follow the troubleshooting steps on the link below:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP1000466396.html
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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
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Brought as a gift and he loves them. He said the sound is great and they drown out all noise
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bonnie!
Thanks so much for taking the time to share your feedback on the WH-1000XM4 headphones.
It is great to hear they were such a hit as a gift! We're delighted to know the sound quality is being enjoyed and that the industry-leading noise cancellation is effectively blocking out unwanted noise.
We appreciate you choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Amazing quality sound
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound experience! I use them daily to go to the gym! battery life is even better! Lasted for weeks!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ValeriaG, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're extremely pleased to hear you are enjoying the amazing battery life and exceptional sound quality of your WH-1000XM4. These headphones have great cushioning and adjustability. This will help the headphones stay on your head while working out. I believe these will work great for you while working out “Non-Hardcore”. That being said, these headphones are not specifically designed for sports activities, I recommend you practice caution when working out with these headphones so they don’t fall or become damaged during your exercise.
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! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Bass
Best Headphones I’ve Owned
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones I’ve owned. Satisfying bass, great sound customization options in-app, modern design with touch activation instead of several buttons.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Nick, Fantastic! We're thrilled you're enjoying the punchy bass, great sound quality, modern design with touch panel sensors, and great customization options using the Sony headphones app. 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
Best headphones I've used
|Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] These are easily the best headphones I've ever owned. The audio quality out of the box is crazy good and I only had to tweak the EQ a tiny bit to get the bass exactly where I wanted it. The muffs do get a little hot after a while and can make my ears sweaty but I usually don't end up using them that long except on flights.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JustinM,
Many thanks for the 5-star rating! We're glad to hear you are enjoying the superb sound quality of your WH1000XM4. You may find this link helpful with information and solutions if your ear hurts while wearing the headphones: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00015243?utm_source=glean
We appreciate your feedback. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Better than Bose QC 35
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A little better than my previous Bose QC 35 headphones- which I rank very highly. Amazing noise cancelling technology and an auto-stop feature when you remove the headphones make these worth the price.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Helpfuljesh, That's great! We're glad to hear that! 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. Jay
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Love them!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love them!!! They have great sound quality and they’re very easy to use!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kari!
Thanks for sharing your positive feedback on the WH-1000XM4 headphones.
We are very glad to hear that you love them and find them easy to use with great sound quality!
Thank you for selecting Sony!
Warm regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Excellent buy . . .
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They are better than I thought they would be. Very happy with the purchase. The sound quality (especially listening to high-end audio on Tidal) demonstrates the beauty of these. Battery life is incredible . . .
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GMan77,
Great! We're thrilled that these headphones have exceeded your expectations. 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:Comfort, Sound quality
Very comfortable and noise cancelled
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have never owned good headphones and I was sick of using the free Apple ear buds. They always fall out and hurt my ears. These head phones were great and cancelled the noise amazingly. I love the comfort as well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Lizb,
You made the right choice with these 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!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
High quality geadphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent noise canceling, great audio, still great in 2025
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Solomon,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It brings us great joy to hear that the WH1000XM4 headphones continue to deliver excellent noise canceling and great audio quality even in 2025. Your continued enjoyment of the product truly reflects the care and innovation we put into our technology, and we appreciate you sharing your experience.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
These headphones saved my sanity
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these so much, the noise cancelling has been a lifesaver! I was struggling with some noise issues at home as well as at work; the in-ear buds I had been wearing were starting to cause some pain in my ears so my sister suggested these headphones since her husband had the older model and had sung their praises. The price tag was a little daunting but I decided to go for it - and I don't regret it one bit! I haven't completely mastered the controls yet, but I can turn the noise cancelling on and off and that's the biggest thing for me. For work, sitting around the house, and travelling, I highly recommend!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Sapph, Thank you for the amazing review! We're glad you love the excellent noise canceling feature of your 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:Sound quality
Can't Believe My Ears
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I've owned a countless number of headphone over the years. My favorite has always been Bose Quiet Comfort, so I was somewhat skeptical about buying Sony. I am soooo glad I did, These are by far the best sounding headphones I've ever owned or heard. If you use any of the lossless HD streaming services, like Deezer, Tidal, Apple Music, or Amazon Unlimited, you will be amazed at the quality of the sound. Noise canceling is superb and offers features to quickly interrupt it when needed (just place your palm over the right earphone). Only drawback for me is ear pads can get a little sticky after prolonged listening. These are new best in class bluetooth, ANC headhones, IMO.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Knavely,
Thank you for the positive feedback and we're glad you like the sound quality 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:Comfort, Sound quality
Love this item
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love this item it's so clean and clear as if I'm at a concert. The feeling on your head as if it's not really there very comfortable. After using these headphones you won't want another pair.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Baebae,
Awesome! We're thrilled that you like the sound quality of these amazing 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