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
to a friend
Very solid headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overall I'm quite happy with these headphones. Sound quality is excellent and can be tailored to your individual preferences using the Sony headphones app. They are smooth sounding and can get plenty loud. The noise cancelation is simply superb and also adjustable via the app. Comfort is also top notch. No issues wearing them for extended period of time. I wish Sony had included AptX support, but it's not a big deal. The only negatives are that they've shut off twice without prompting (while listening), and I can't use the highest bandwidth setting for LDAC without the sound cutting in and out with my Samsung S10+. This is fixed by using a lower bandwidth setting which is fine. Love these headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JayS, we appreciate your positive review of the headphones. 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
Great Headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound. Comfortable to wear. Good package to store in.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, RobertF,
Thanks for the review and the 5-stars rating! It brings us great joy to hear how much you are enjoying your Sony headphone's top-technology features! With up to 30 hours of battery, a modern and comfortable design, amazing Sound quality and Fantastic Noise Cancellation, you'll be able to enjoy listening to your favorite tunes for a prolonged time! We really appreciate the preference.
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a great day!
-DiegoV
The Last Headphones You'll Ever Buy
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I use these every day. I sit, walk and workout while wearing them and can wear them up to 4-6 hours. They can get a little warm when doing cardio, but any over-ear headphones will have that result. I've even dropped them a few times and haven't had any issues. They're the highest quality headphones on the mass market and I'm more than likely going to purchase the earbud version of these. The app integration is seamless for controlling levels & details (both on apple and android.) You can plug them in the aux or bluetooth it up, either way the sound is clear no matter what. Love these.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi aphillips2096,
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
Great Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great over ear headphones. I’ve bought several different bands but always come back to these.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, Amber!
We are delighted to hear that you consider the WH-1000XM4 to be great over-ear headphones! Your loyalty means a lot to us, and knowing that you always come back to the quality and performance of these headphones is the best compliment we can receive.
Thank again for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Prefer over XM5
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I prefer this over the XM5 as it's foldable and easy to carry around. The noise cancellation on this is great, it provides me good time on many flights that I have been on. Battery is great as well
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DuyT, Thanks for sharing your review on the Sony XM4 Wireless headphones. We're glad that you like the folding design and lightweight feature of the headphones. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
Top tier by Sony
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The best headphones I’ve ever had. The sound is amazing, the noise cancelling is amazing, and they are very comfy. The battery life is impressive and I am so happy.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi sb1234,
Perfect! We're thrilled to hear your 5-star review 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
High Quality Features Delivered
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones really do live up to the hype of other online reviews and customer feedback I reviewed prior to my purchase. Crisp clear sound with enough base to enjoy the songs but not so much that it drowns out the rest of the range. Noise cancelling is perfect for noisy rooms and can be used with variable ambient noise settings. The app is easy to master and it maximizes the headphone's features. The touch control on the headphone ear piece is sensitive and instinctively programmed. Within the headphone price point they are competitively priced, but I am glad I picked them up during the black Friday sales.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BradleyK, awesome! We're happy to know that you are enjoying our product! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
Sony XM4 headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing clear sound quality with the comfortable fit. The padding and sound quality is absolutely amazing. The touch pad features on the side are a bit inconsistent but that is the only complain.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Good, Thank you for your fantastic review of the WH-1000XM4 headphones! We're thrilled to hear that you love the clear sound quality and comfortable fit. We appreciate your feedback on the touch control panel and will use it to improve our products. Enjoy your listening experience and thanks for choosing Sony! - Romeo
10/10 Quality Headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have had these for about a year and I never leave the house without them. Noise cancelling is great when I am trying to focus on a task or listening to music. The ambient sound is also great when I need to more aware of my surroundings. Overall really great pair of headphones. The battery life is also great and can last a decent amount of time before a charge is needed.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TatianaW,
It is truly wonderful to know that your headphones have become an essential part of your daily routine over the past year. We are thrilled that the noise cancelling helps you find your focus and that the ambient sound mode provides the awareness you need when on the go. Knowing the battery life keeps up with your lifestyle is the icing on the cake!
Thank you for making Sony part of your daily listening.
Regards,
Dominick
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Had Momentum M2 before, was deciding between Bose 700 and this one, really like sound, decent call quality, light weight and comfortable, makes my ears sweaty though. However will see moving forward.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SGIL, 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
Worth the money
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have been using things headphones for work and I will say it's worth the money. I use these headphones for work and and can say these headphones exceeded my expectations. They're comfortable and can be used non-stop for 8+ work days without causing any headaches, or sweat. The audio is crisp and with the app I can change the mode settings based on my location to see how much noise cancellation I want. The headphones come with a small travel case, aux cable (if you don't want to use bluetooth), and a charger. Con: The microphone isn't the best Pro: I have 4 budgies and have been able to block them out thanks to these headphones when I'm working!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi M1234, Awesome! We're glad to hear that the WH1000XM4 has exceeded your expectations and you feel that it is worth its price! And good to know you appreciate the comfortable fit, excellent sound quality, Sony headphone connect app customization, and the added headphone case.
To ensure optimal call quality, please make sure that the firmware is up to date using the companion app.
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
Good Quality for an older model
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My go to headphones for traveling. It has Great noise cancellation and I love the ability to set my own EQ on the app. Highly recommend!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jazzy,
That's wonderful to hear! We are delighted that the WH-1000XM4 headphones are your preferred travel companion, and that you are utilizing the excellent noise cancellation and the customization options available in the companion app to enhance your listening experience.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Solid pair of headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Solid sound quality, but bluetooth connection can be spotty at times.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ABorder,
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear you're enjoying the sound quality of your WH-1000XM4 headphones. We're sorry to hear that you're experiencing issues with the Bluetooth connection. Please try unpairing and re-pairing the headphones with your device. If the issue persists, please contact our support team directly for more advanced troubleshooting.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
Perfect headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent headphones. Excellent bass, yet clear vocals. I use it for rap music, but all other music sounds excellent. I am using them wired mostly, so I cannot comment on the use of the noise canceling yet. But I have tried it out, and it blocks out a lot of noise. Beautiful matte look in midnight blue. I love the case and accessories. The only issue I can point out is the top of my head hurts a bit from the headband after an hour use, but its not enough to knock a star off. The ear pads are very plush and comfy.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kari, We are glad that you like most of the features and capabilities of your brand new Sony wireless headphones. Sorry to hear that your head hurts a bit after using the unit for an hour. You can always adjust the length of the headband according to the size of your head for a more comfortable wearing experience: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002928786.html.
WH-1000XM4 headphones incorporate two technologies to maximize noise-canceling performance. These headphones have a built-in analog amplifier integrated into the HD Noise-Canceling Processor QN1 realizes an unmatched signal-to-noise ratio for low distortion and exceptional sound quality for portable devices. We appreciate your feedback. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Vincent
Best bass and comfortable
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The best bass of all the comparable headphones on the market. Very comfortable to wear and good battery life.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Pasdormi, Good to hear that you like the battery life, comfort, and audio quality. 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
XM3 to XM4
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I still love the WH1000XM3. I think they are just as good as the XM4. XM4 has different features. I really did not notice more noise cancelling than others stated. These are super comfortable. I wear them when I sleep sometimes, as the noise in the city can be overwhelming. Great price for the quality. My XM3 lasted for ever and are still great!!
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Posted .Hi free,
It's wonderful to hear you're still loving your WH-1000XM3 headphones and finding the WH-1000XM4s super comfortable for city noise, even for sleep! We truly appreciate your detailed feedback on both models and their lasting quality. It's fantastic to know they've been such a reliable companion for you. Thanks for choosing Sony.
-Eliab
Amazing headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones, they close up nice to put away, Audio is amazing, don’t fall off my head while running. Highly recommendd
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Amazing,
We're so glad to hear that you’re loving your WH-1000XM4 headphones! It's great to know they fit well and deliver amazing audio, even while running. Thanks for the recommendation!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Maria
Worth the Buy
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought these headphones back in March, and they are amazing. The sound quality is clear and high quality; very well balanced headphones so far. Wearing them for an extended time is not much of a problem when it comes to comfort. The noise canceling feature is great for being in your own little world while listening to audio. This is also an amazing alternative to the more expensive, higher end headphones out there.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Calvin,
You made the right choice with the Sony WH1000XM4! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality, comfort, 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
Best purchase of 2020
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Absolutely fantastic headphones. The earcups are very soft and comfortable. The headphones are not so tight that they hurt my head after a few hours. They are tight enough that they stay on securely when I move my head about, though. The headband's cushion is comfortable and don't flatten my hair. I've been wearing these every day for my 8-hour work from home days and can confirm that the battery life, sound quality, and comfort are top notch. Noise cancellation is excellent and even when I'm listening to quiet classical music I can't hear my family talk right next to me. Absolutely fantastic. Pairing with my iphone xr was a breeze with the matching sony headphones app.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bommie,
Great! We're thrilled that you're enjoying the amazing features 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. Thanks for choosing Sony!
~Ralph
the best headphones i’ve ever owned.
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.in the year that i’ve owned them, i’ve only had to charge them 5-7 times fully, and the battery life lasts soooo long. my little brother who does boxing also says they’re good at staying put while moving around (he does boxing, which requires a lot of movement), really impressive! looking to buy him his own soon.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello vonnie,
That's great! We're truly happy that you are impressed with the battery life of our XM4. Thank you for sharing your awesome feedback and for choosing Sony! - Marco