Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM4/S
- SKU:
- 10736932
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 are enthusiastic about the phenomenal sound quality, exceptional comfort, and impressive battery life of the product. They also praise its solid bass, lightweight design, good fit, reliable connectivity, and premium aesthetic. Conversely, some users express frustration with the touch controls, perceive the product as overpriced, and wish for higher volume output.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love the noise canceling the only problem I have is they slide when I’m working out and the microphone is kinda bad lol :( but other then that they’re amazing
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Posted .Hi Mady,
Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the WH1000XM4. We're glad that you like the noise canceling function of the headphones. Your feedback about its fit and mic quality is greatly appreciated. For optimum fit and comfort, make sure that you are wearing the headphones properly and adjust the headband depending on your head shape. You may find this link helpful:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002928786.html
For optimum performance, it is recommended to install the latest software version of the headphones (via the Sony Headphones Connect app). When using a video calling application on a computer, switch the Bluetooth connection to HFP or HSP with the computer. During a video call, sound quality may become low due to the conditions of the communication line. You can also check the settings of the app that you are using for mic sensitivity if available.
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Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love this headphone. Not only i can listen to music with it, but it won't allow me to hear any noises since this headphone has a noise canceling. This is the best product i can buy.
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Posted .Hi TerrellT,
Great! We're thrilled that you like the sound quality and noise canceling function of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Nice
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sounding ear phones. I bought to connect to my TV wirelessly. These lack the two files to keep the sound from lagging. So I purchased a dongle that has them and is also a transmitter that the headphones can connect to. Works awesome once you turn the volume down on the Sony's and up using the tv amplifier.
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Posted .Hi James,
We're glad that you like the sound quality 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:Sound quality
Crazy good
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are the coolest headphones I have ever seen with my own eyes. The noise cancellation is remarkable. I wore them on an airplane with two crying babies and slept the entire flight. It can track your movement and automatically changes the type of noise cancellation tones based on your movement, it is so cool.
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Posted .Hi Connor,
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:Sound quality
I have tried a lot of headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality on these are amazing . I love the feature of being able to cup the ear and hear what's going on especially at airports. I love the fact that when you take them off your ears it pauses whatever you're listening to are watching. The only thing that I didn't like about these that I didn't realize at first is when I turn the volume up to listen to something my wife could hear it clearly sitting on the other end of the couch. For me that part defeats the purpose especially when we fly.
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Posted .Hi Chad, thank you so much for the 4 Star rating! We are truly happy to hear you are satisfied with the outstanding sound quality and features- especially the wearing detection automatic music playback pause & resume function and Quick Attention Mode function of our XM4! We appreciate your inputs and we will surely take note of it as we always strive to make this a better experience. 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. 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 choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
No Regrets
|Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] I use these to work out, And the way the noise canceling silents is so great I hear nothing. They’re also great when playing on my Playstion
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Posted .Hello Izaiah,
Great! We're glad that you enjoyed playing your PlayStation with our Sony XM4. It's nice to hear that you can focus on your work out session with the help of the superb noise canceling capability of our XM4. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
quality music
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.great sound experience, with lightweight and more battery life
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Posted .Hi dineshv12, we're happy to hear that you like the size, battery life, and sound quality 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. ~
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. Make sure to adjust the headband for maximum comfort. Thanks for sharing your review and for choosing Sony.
~Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Weight
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the color. Very comfortable and light weight.
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Posted .Hello SueM, We are happy to know that you love your new Sony wireless 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 your purchase. -Vincent
headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.bought these to help for when it’s new years and fourth of july. really helps keeping out the loud popping sound!
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Posted .Hi bumblebee,
We are ecstatic to learn that your WH1000XM4 are providing the peace and quiet you need during New Year's and the Fourth of July! It is wonderful to know that the noise canceling is effectively keeping out those loud popping sounds so you can stay comfortable during the celebrations.
Thank you for trusting Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The quality is excellent! Love my headphones. Definitely recommend.
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Posted .Hi TamekaJ, We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying your new headphones. Thanks for choosing Sony. Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Does not live up to all the hype!!!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are great headphones, but they live nowhere near to the hype . The noise canceling is okay but I do not understand how it’s industry leading. They are not that comfy and make my ears sweat. The sound quality is fantastic but they aren’t the loudest. I have also noticed they have a small delay for some reason. Maybe it’s my fault for listening so much to the reviews praising these headphones and me expecting who knows what.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Imjusthue,
Thank you for the time to write this review. While we are glad you like the WH1000XM4, we're sorry to hear we were not able to meet your full expectations and issues that you are experiencing with the unit. Allow us to help make this experience better.
Industry-leading noise cancellation technology means you hear every word, note, and tune with incredible clarity, no matter your environment. These noise canceling headphones feature additional microphones that assist in isolating sound for a reduction of even more high and mid frequency sounds.
Adjusting the headband and the earpads properly can help reduce discomfort while wearing the headphones. These headphones actually support super-soft, pressure-relieving earpads in foamed urethane evenly distribute pressure and increase ear/pad contact for a stable fit.
Please make sure that the headphones software is updated as it includes key features, applications, bug fixes, and feature improvements. You may try some solutions on these links below to troubleshoot issues that you are having with the headphones:
If the effect of noise canceling is not sufficient:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752735.html
Low sound level:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752812.html
The audio playback on the headset may be delayed from that on the transmitting device, due to the characteristics of Bluetooth wireless technology. As a result, the sound may not be in sync with the image when viewing movies or playing games.
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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.
We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope to speak to you to resolve this matter.- Kris
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Pleased with this purchase!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had originally purchased these noise cancelling headphones for my son in November as. birthday gift. He had complained that he was having a hard time hearing with his current earphones. I researched and Sony and Bose were the top picks. My son raved about them so much that for the holidays, I purchased one for my husband as well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Winner, Thank you for the 5-star rating! Glad to hear that you are enjoying our 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
XM4 VERSUS XM5
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really liked these headphones, the only reason I decided to change this for the XM5 is that that model wasn't on display in the store, so I could not compare the sound between my XM4, VS the XM5, so once I tried the XM5 for the 15-day trial I liked the sound of the XM5 better.
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Posted .Hi SABXM5,
Thank you for the purchase. We're glad you like 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:Sound quality
Wanted to love them
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really was excited about these headphones. I’ve had my Bose QC35-II headphones for a few years and looking for better sound quality and audio during phone calls. I will say that with the EQ settings available, the sound quality was much better than my Bose. However, I had lots of connectivity issues with my iPhone 11 Pro and my latest generation iPad Pro. It would frequently stop working in the middle of movies or music and would have to resync them. If that was all, I probably could have lived with it as I’m sure they will fix some of those issues in firmware. But, the call quality just wasn’t there. I always sounded hollow/electronic to the people I was speaking with. Maybe this will also be fixed in a firmware upgrade, but at $349 that’s just too much to hope that they fix it. I really like the look, sound quality and features of the Sony’s, but do r now I’ll head back to Bose for their updated version and hope that someday the Sony’s can get their firmware better.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AlanM, we're glad that you like the amazing features of the headphones particularly the sound quality and its design. It's unfortunate that you're having connectivity issues and the call quality is not what you expected. Make sure to update the software version of the headphones (via the Sony Headphones Connect app) for optimum performance. To resolve your connectivity issues, you may refer to the troubleshooting steps on this link:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752755.html
Should need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sound great
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They sound amazing and the noise cancellation does the job but if your a bass person these are not for you as they lack bass but the sound quality is what makes up for it.
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Posted .Hello SteveC,
Great! It's nice to know that you are amazed by the audio quality and superb noise canceling capability of our XM4. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great Headphones they are good, Im a big fan of sony headphones and buying these were probably a good option, although they cost around ~$200 when I bought them, they're worth it.
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Posted .Hello Edward,
Nice! Thanks for being such a big Sony fan! We highly appreciate you. We are extremely happy that you are pleased with the quality and performance of our WH1000XM4. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Perfect headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The perfect headphones. I can’t fly or take the train without them. Great noise cancelling and sound. I’d recommend adjusting the levels to online suggestions for better sound depth.
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Posted .Hello NathanielM,
That's awesome! We are truly happy that you found your travel companion with our WH1000XM4. We're glad that you like the sound quality and noise canceling capability of our XM4. Thanks for choosing Sony! Enjoy! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
So good I got 2
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent headphones, awesome quality at a great price, especially since there’s a newer model out. This is the second pair I’ve purchased - they were so good my wife wanted her own!
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Posted .Hello MichaelS, That's awesome! We are glad to hear that you like the sound quality of your new Sony WH1000XM4 headphones. Your continued support means so much to us. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Buy Yesterday.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sony WH-1000XM4 are the best noise cancelling headphones you can buy. By keeping the sound as good as it always was to satisfy music lovers and adding some extra features tech heads wanted, Sony manages to keep its nose just in front of Bose, Bowers & Wilkins and Beats by Dr. Dre. There's nothing better in the world of headphones right now.
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Posted .Hi acoolbear,
Awesome! 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:Sound quality
SONY HEADPHONES
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It was great noise canceling, but I am in fact a a bass head, and they didn’t have enough bass for me personally, great headphones but just not what I was looking for.
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Posted .Hello EliR,
Thank you for sharing your feedback and we're glad that you appreciate the noise canceling capability of our XM4. Your comment is highly appreciated and will help us improve our future products. Thanks for checking Sony! - Marco