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
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Good Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good headphones but sound quality is not as good as Bose Quiet Comfort. I had to return the Bose due to compatibility issues with Android phones. Noise canceling is solid and they are comfortable. Battery life seems really good as well.
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Posted .Hi CraigL, Thank you for your feedback on the WH1000XM4. We're glad to hear that you found the noise canceling, comfort, and battery life to be solid. Regarding the sound quality comparison with the Bose Quiet Comfort, we understand that audio preferences can be subjective and vary from person to person. The WH1000XM4 are designed to offer a high-quality audio experience with customizable sound settings through the Sony Headphones Connect app. This allows users to adjust the sound profile to better suit their preferences. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Amazing headphones for music lovers
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Incredible sounding headphones. I upgraded to these from the WH1000XM2's, which were still going strong but the earpads were falling apart and I couldn't find replacements for them. Definite improvements over the XM2's - better comfort, better noise canceling, better battery life. Don't pay full price for these, when they go on sale, they *really* go on sale and you can get a significant discount. I chose these over the XM5's because of the fold-up design.
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Posted .Hi Sjrash,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience so far with your WH-1000XM4! We are extremely pleased to hear you are enjoying the exceptional sound quality, amazing noise cancellation, and overall improvements of these headphones. The WH-1000XM4 is a great choice for an upgrade. We're also sorry to learn the earpads were falling apart. For earpads replacement, please refer to this link for more information: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm4/articles/00231437
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. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
Pretty nice and cute headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The headphones are good for noise canceling. They have 4 different options to choose from if you don't want to use noise canceling. Sometimes they randomly disconnect when I am using it but happens very rarely. The battery life is pretty long and it charges pretty quickly (about an hour for a full battery). It used to turn off by itself when left on and unused but now it doesn't do that so just remember to always turn them off when it's not being used.
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Posted .Hi DevoraJ, We're glad that you like the noise canceling function and battery life. We're sorry if they randomly disconnect. Please ensure to have the software updated for optimum performance. We also recommend to reset the headset. This operation does not delete pairing information. If the headset does not operate properly even if you reset the headset, initialize the headset.
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One of the best headsets I have used.
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sound quality stock, and the ability to edit the sound profile via EQ with the app. Comfortable fit, great noise cancellation with all the modern bells and whistles. It is a great headset if you fancy the over the head style, and the balance weight makes it wearable for long periods. Couple that with the fast charging of USB C and you have a winner.
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Posted .Hi ameeru18, 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
Best Headphone I EVER USE
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This headphone is worth it. Of all the headphone I've EVER used, this is the best one. They're comfortable, better battery life, and really great control functionality. Definitely recommend this for someone who needs a high quality headphone!
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Posted .Thank you for sharing your fantastic review, Kenepshin! We are immensely pleased to hear that of all the headphones you have used, you consider the WH-1000XM4 to be the best.
It is rewarding to know that you're enjoying the comfort, which we designed for extended listening sessions, as well as the long-lasting battery life. We also put a great deal of effort into creating intuitive touch controls and smart features, and it's wonderful to hear that these functions are making your experience even better.
Your recommendation for anyone who needs a high-quality headphone means a great deal to us. Thanks again for choosing Sony and for your support!
Best regards,
Gus Sony Social Media Team
Wonderful headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones. They have an excellent noise canceling feature and the music sound like you are at a concert. They are quite comfortable and am able to wear them for a couple hours straight. The app is an excellent companion to the headphones although you don't need it to use them. Deep bass and very clear vocals. They are also really good for audiobooks or podcasts. The phone call quality it great with the noise canceling so that all you hear is the person you are talking to without a bunch of background noise. I would recommend these headphones for sure.
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Posted .Hi Cparks, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with the noise canceling feature and sound quality of 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. Thank you for the 5-star rating! Regards, Carl
op choice for wireless headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony WH1000XM4 headphones offer exceptional noise cancellation, comfort, and sound quality. The adaptive sound control adjusts settings, and the 30-hour battery life ensures long listening sessions. With touch controls and voice assistant support, they're a top choice for wireless headphones.
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Posted .Hello IbrahimZ,
Thank you for the on-point product review of our WH1000XM4. We are truly happy that you are pleased with the amazing quality and superb performance of our XM4. It's nice to hear that you appreciate the sound quality, noise canceling capability, comfortability, features and long battery life. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
Best noise canceling headphones in the market
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have the Bose QC25 (wired), also the Bose QC35 (wireless) and the Sony MX4. This is by far, I mean, by far the best. Great Bass punch, and the main function which is the noise canceling, it is so goooood. On the Bose's you can always hear a little buzzing sound which is the canceling noise. On the Sony, you just hear the music. Battery life is awesome and it is so easyroconnect via app.
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Posted .Hi mmoriusa,
You made the right choice with the Sony WH1000XM4! We're glad that you like the sound quality, noise canceling function, battery life, and connectivity 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
The best ANC on the market
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These have the best active noise canceling on the market - just completely obliterates any kind of noise to a muffled whisper. The tuning is a very average V-shaped response, with a huge amount of bass, but surprisingly enough I don't entirely hate it here. The strong bass helps cancel out the low frequency rumbles of engines and cars on commutes, and hey - who doesn't like heavy bass now and again? The battery life is very good as well for prolonged use, and I could squeeze out 2 12 hour days with them before I felt even an inkling that I should recharge them. Still, price remains contentious in a world where headphones and audio tech in general is becoming increasingly more competitive. I bought them on sale and I feel that it was a reasonable tradeoff.
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Posted .Hi MTVO, Thank you for the amazing review! We're very happy to hear you like the industry-leading noise canceling feature, powerful bass, and excellent battery life of your Sony 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. We appreciate the recommendation and thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
Would recommend
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are better than I expected. The sound is great and the fit is amazing. The only downside is that it is not soundproof
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Posted .Hi user992120,
We appreciate you sharing your experience and are glad you find the sound and fit of the WH-1000XM4 better than expected. While our industry-leading noise-canceling technology is designed to significantly reduce ambient noise for an immersive listening experience, no consumer headphone can be 100% "soundproof," as it is designed to operate within safe listening levels. If you are experiencing excessive noise bleed-through, ensure the Noise Cancelling function is fully enabled and optimized via the Sony | Headphones Connect app, or try adjusting the earcups for a tighter seal.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Sony’s best headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.What I really like about these headphones are the bass and clarity it produces. Very comfortable to wear especially on a long flight or a long ride. The noise cancellation feature work exceptionally well. One flaw that these headphones doesn’t do well is the mic. Other than that. I would highly recommend these headphones.
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Posted .Hello JohnnyNG1,
Great! Thanks for the 5-star rating and we are very happy to hear your satisfaction with the audio quality, comfort and noise canceling capability 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 and for your recommendation! - Marco
Worth it!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very good audio quality. Good battery life. Noise canceling eliminates everything but voices but reduces voice volume considerably. It it is so good at canceling everything else that I think this is intentional. There may be a setting that changes this. When music is playing you can only hear music. Headset is very comfortable. App is easy enough to use. I had it running with headphones in 5-10 minutes. Feature that detects when headset is removed and pauses playback is accurate. Touch panel controls on headset work well. Like using a smartphone, you just have to learn what motions do what.
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Posted .Hi HappyCustomer,
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
Excellent and comfortable headphones
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is a review after 6 months of use. Excellent pair of headphones. Setup is very easy. Can connect to 2 devices simultaneously. Noise Cancelling is very good. The sound is clear. The bass is deep. Used the headphone for meetings and phones calls and there are no complaints about the voice clarity. The headphones are comfortable for long use. My ears don't hurt as the over-the-ear earcups are big enough to go around my big ears. the cushioning on the earcups is soft. The cushion on the headband is also is good so it does not feel like the headphones are pushing down on my head. The case that the headphones come with offer nice protection when stuffed in a crowded back pack. Highly recommended. A very compelling buy if the available in a sale if people don't want break the bank on Bose 700 or AirPods Max.
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Posted .Hi Nikhil, We're very grateful for this positive feedback! 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 the recommendation! Jay
Best headphones I've had
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony WH1000XM4 headphones are a masterpiece of audio technology. They deliver exceptional noise-canceling, outstanding sound quality, and unbeatable comfort. With a long battery life, intuitive controls, and the added convenience of the Headphones Connect app, these headphones are a true game-changer. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a premium listening experience.
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Posted .Hi TrevorM,
Thank you for the 5-star rating and we're glad to hear that you like the sound quality, battery performance and noise canceling 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
Fantastic Headset
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very easy to connect. Battery life lasts a few days. Excellent at blocking outside noise. Lightweight - feels like I don't even have them on. Ordering and shipping was a breeze. They were actually delivered 2 days early!!
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Posted .Hi JulieSeriously, we're glad you are enjoying your new headphones! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Wow! Seriously Impressed!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I decided to take a chance with these. I didn't know what to expect with the XM4 being the first pair of Hi-Res audio headphones I've ever owned. Wow! The sounds quality is nothing short of industry leading and surrounds you most of the time. It really is some amazing work done by Sony with these. Noise canceling works great, the battery life is crazy good, and they fit my head and remain comfortable for hours on end! Using the Sony Music Center app to adjust the EQ is a top feature as well that shouldn't be overlooked. Don't hesitate to purchase these!
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Posted .Hi Hallrac, we're glad you like the sound quality, noise canceling feature, battery life, and the comfort of 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
Love These Headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have really been enjoying these headphones. The sound cancelling works wonders and the sound quality is amazing. The touch feature to control audio and playback works well. One thing I really liked was when taking off the headphones it would automatically pause your music and restart once you have them back on your head. Ive spent hours listening to my favorite songs and revisiting them again in a better sound experience.
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Posted .Hello AndresA,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're honored to hear that you're enjoying your WH1000XM4 headphones and the impressive sound-canceling and audio quality they provide. The thoughtful touch controls and automatic pause feature truly enhance your listening experience, making it easy to immerse yourself in your favorite music. Thank you for sharing how these headphones have elevated your music time—it means a lot to us!
Best regards,
-Fred
fantastic
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Let me start with i am not a fan of over the ear headphones. I bought these for my son and subsequently borrowed them for business trips that required flights. they are simply fantastic. very comfortable, amazing sound and the ANC is just the best. Luckily my son convinced my wife to buy me a pair since he was tired of lending his to me. the battery life is crazy on these things. 10 out of 10 could not recommend more.
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Posted .Hi Adam, You've made an excellent choice! Thank you for purchasing the Sony WH-1000XM4! We're glad you like the comfortable fit, long-lasting battery, and amazing sound quality and noise cancellation of these 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
Sony - WH1000XM4
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The ANC is the best I ever heard, I tested it with a loud bathroom exhaust fan and it is able to almost completely remove the noise. You cannot ever hear the toiled flushing! Really, really impressive. Comfort is also exceptional, you can wear it for many hours without even remembering you have it. The sound quality is good for commuters, frequent travelers, and for outdoor listening, which is the main target of this product. However, if you are looking for Hi-Fi, this is not the right product and you should look for brands specialized on high fidelity. Like other reviewers noticed, the bass are not well controlled and the midranges, in particular voices, are muffled. You can correct this in some extent by using the built in app, but overall you will still miss some excitement.
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Posted .Hi Leonardo,
Thanks for sharing your review and experience 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
Great travel headphones
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These have been in use for the past several months and I love mine. True audiophiles might pickup issues in the sound profile, but you aren't really getting anything better than these at this price point. Very comfortable overall and have been using it on long haul flights too. The noise cancellation is pretty decent too.
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Posted .Hello JohnC,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the WH-1000XM4 headphones! We're very glad to hear that you're enjoying the comfort and sound quality, especially during long-haul flights. We appreciate your honest insights about the sound profile, your feedback helps us continue to improve. It's great to know the noise cancellation has been effective for you and that you've found real value at this price point. Thanks again for choosing Sony and taking the time to let us know your thoughts!
Best regards,
-Fred