Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM4/S
- SKU:
- 10851334
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 regard the WH-1000XM4 headphones highly for their exceptional sound quality, comfort, and impressive battery life. Many appreciate the solid bass, lightweight feel, and great fit of the headphones. However, some customers have experienced inconsistent connectivity, find the touch controls less than ideal, and feel the price could be more competitive, while others desire a higher maximum volume.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Top notch wireless headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fantastic noise reduction capabilities and very comfortable to wear for long periods of time. The sound quality is quite good out of the box, but can be tailored to your preference using the available phone application.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi HDHappy, Awesome! Glad to hear that you are happy with the noise canceling and comfort 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. 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:Battery life, Sound quality
Feature packed amazing set of headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing noise cancellation. Can't hear anything with music and ANC turned on. With just ANC on, I can still hear loud noises but much more suppressed. Easy to use 2 devices without having to forget and re-connect. Amazing battery life.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Matt,
We appreciate the positive feedback regarding 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
Hands down my favorite pair of headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’ve been pleased in every single way by the performance of this headphones, I’ve had both the M1 and M2 versions in the past and I got to say this one is just at good or even better in every quality as those. I also some beats solo and studio headphones and these are far superior compared to beats. This thing has one of the best Active noise canceling in any headphones out there. Even though they are expensive they go on sale quite often and there are plenty of good opportunities to buy them in a good deal. One thing I did find that has gone down compared to the previous models is the unboxing experience, and how it feels. The older model felt premium, the cups had some texture and look unique. The complete smooth plastic feel is something I don’t like too much. That aside this is still a great buy and would recommend anyone looking amazing noise canceling headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Chaw,
We're thrilled to hear your 5-star review 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.
Your feedback about the design is greatly appreciated. Thanks for sharing your review and for choosing Sony.
~Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good but cheap construction
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good sound but the plastic is very cheap  Sony can do better than this 
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Luis,
Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the WH1000XM4. We're glad that you like the sound quality of the headphones. Your feedback about the plastic design is greatly appreciated. Rest assured that these headphones are durable.
In case you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Sincerely,
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great travel headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good headphones, I used them mainly for traveling, the noise cancelling is really good and the sound quality is great.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MatthewW,
Thank you for the 5-star review! It brings us great joy to hear that the WH-1000XM4 headphones have been a great companion for your travels. It's fantastic to know that you're enjoying the excellent noise canceling and sound quality. We designed these headphones to be the perfect travel partner, providing a peaceful listening experience no matter where you are.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Amazing all around
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They get everything right when it comes to sound and the noise cancelling is great. Very comfortable I didn’t have a problem wearing for long periods of time. Not much to say other than that they’re exactly what you’d want in a pair of noise cancelling headphones
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi smarq, good to know that this is what you are looking for in a product. 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Better than AirPod Pros
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are some excellent headphones. I have had apples AirPod pros for 2 years and I loved them but they always lacked in the sound quality department but as soon as I put these on everything changed. These are the best sounding headphones I have ever had. From the smooth highs and the perfect base these are a great buy for those who just want amazing sound quality with all the bells and whistles that all these earbuds have and The noise cancellation is a lot better than I thought it would be.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Ethan,
Thanks for sharing your feedback and for giving our Sony WH1000XM4 a 5-star rating. We are very happy that you are pleased with the audio quality and noise canceling feature of our XM4. 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! Enjoy! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Sounds great, some quirky features
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These have excellent quality sound with great battery life. They do shut off when you lay down if the automatic shut off is activated. Simple fix but kind of a weird feature. The blue LED light blink randomly. Unsure how to stop that from happening.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AFootLongWeggie,
We're glad that you like the sound quality and battery life of the headphones. Your feedback about the wearing detection is greatly appreciated. The wearing detection may not work properly when wearing the headset while lying down or with your face up. Wear the headset correctly while facing forward, or press the (power) button briefly. Please refer to this link for more information:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002928786.html
Hope this helps. Thanks for sharing your review and for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
best form factor for sony headphones
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.some of the best headphones money can buy. I like this model better than the later ones as it had a thicker headband which is comfy for bald people. cant wear the new ones without head pain. Sony please think of this for the XM7s this form factor was much better. the drivers in the xm3 sound the best for bass but somehow these still sound better than xm5 or xm6 they are trying to make them smaller but ruining the bass in the process.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Quinn,
Thank you for your incredible 5-star review! We're so glad to hear you consider the WH-1000XM4 some of the best headphones money can buy.
We truly appreciate your detailed feedback, especially your insights on the headband design and the sound profile. We understand how important comfort is for long-term wear, and your comments about the thicker headband on the XM4 are extremely valuable. We'll be sure to pass your suggestions on to our product development team. User feedback like yours is essential as we continue to innovate and refine our products.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Pleased
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very pleased with the headphone. They fit perfectly and wear them for long time. You can easily forget you have them on. They control ambient sound very well and do good job even while doing the lawn. They mange lawn mower sound to some level.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Coolstuff, That's great! We're glad to hear that you are happy with 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! Jay
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality
Absolutely great!!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Absolutely worth the price!! Very clean audio. Deep BASS. Would definitely recommend these guys. Color is very nice.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello RobertP,
Thank you for your recommendation and we are thrilled that you are pleased with the bass and audio quality of our WH1000XM4. Really worth the price! Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Amazing Headphones!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I thought nothing could beat the WH-1000XM3's, but Sony proved me wrong. The WH-1000XM4's are better in every way, from being more comfortable to the amazing new features. If you are looking to spend money on a good quality set of headphones, look no further.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SpraykwoN,
Awesome! We're glad that you like the improvements we made with these 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
best headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.so comfy i honestly like it more than the xm5 bc it folds nicely
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KevinL,
That's great to hear! We are thrilled you're finding the WH-1000XM4 so comfortable and appreciate you highlighting the convenient folding design. We know that feature is a favorite for many users!
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Nice small incremental update. Prefer over XM5
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Couldn't get used to XM5's as you can't comfortably wear them around your neck the same way as those the ear cups can't bend towards you and your chin smacks them any time you turn your head so I ended up with these. I use these for nearly 8 hours a day while working and they feel slightly heavier than the XM3's I had before and added to the weight discomfort but I can tell the audio quality and noise cancelling is somewhat improved over the XM3's. I thought I'd like the auto pause when you take them off but having to hit play again just because I'm adjusting them or want them to keep playing music while hanging on neck does get mildly annoying
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Fabionomaz,
Thanks for sharing your 5-star review and experience with the WH1000XM4. We're glad that you like the sound quality and noise canceling function of the headphones. We also appreciate your feedback about the weight and wearing detection function of the headphones.
For optimum fit and comfort, make sure that you are wearing the headphones properly. Please refer to this link for more information:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm4/articles/00282845
The wearing detection function can be turned off through the Sony Headphones Connect app depending your needs. You may find this link helpful:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/hpc/v1/en/contents/TP0002935908.html
Thanks for also sharing your experience with the WH1000XM5.
In case you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Regards,
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony XM4
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound is amazing, fit is perfect, would definitely recommend these noise canceling headphones, didn’t like wearing ear buds! Found the answer with the XM4’s
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PaulM, We are glad that you like your new Sony wireless 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. Meanwhile, the Equalizer lets you customize sound levels to suit your music. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
True to purpose
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is a great product. I love how you can just touch the sides to hear what's going on outside of the headphones. Battery life and connectivity, phenomenal.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CindyR, we're glad you love 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
4 is better than 3
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had the WH-1000XM3 headphones. I nearly wore them out after 4 years of use and would still have them if they weren't stolen. The WH-1000XM4 are better in everyway. My old XM3 would let noise in even in noise cancelling mode. When I wear the XM4 I can't hear doors open or close or my pets. I can't hear outside noise like I could with my old headphones. This is a bonus for stuff like flights. It's terrifying when I'm at home. I don't use these at home because I can't hear anything outside the headphones. I went with the XM4 over the XM5 because I feel like the headband is sturdier and would fit my 63 cm circumference head.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KnobMoney, Great! We're happy to hear that you are enjoying your new 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
Impressive sound quality and comfort
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased a different brand which I had to return and purchase this Impressive headset with great sound quality. I am glad got this worth every penny
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you so much for sharing your experience, Messi! We're thrilled to hear that you found the WH-1000XM4 impressive and that the sound quality met your expectations. Stories like yours—switching from another brand and finding true value in our product—mean a lot to us. We designed the WH-1000XM4 with premium sound and user comfort in mind, so it's wonderful to know it's making a difference. If you have any questions or want to explore more features, please don't hesitate to reach out. Enjoy your listening experience—it's truly worth every penny!
Thanks again for choosing Sony—enjoy every moment of your music!
Best regards,
Gus
Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Price
Good for noise cancellation under three years
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They lasted almost three years before a loud screech came through on the left ear cup. Great for noise cancellation especially if you want to go deaf haha but really they were good while they lasted. For $300 though I expected more
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Chillymanny714, Awesome! We are glad to hear that you are happy with your new headphones! The WH-1000XM4 is designed 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
Great Set of Wireless Cans!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.If you're here then you probably know how good these headphones are and having had them to toy with for the last few days I'm quite happy with my purchase. The ANC is amazing, it's been a great boon to my work from home. Additionally it's great that I have an easy way to take calls, listen to music and switch audio between my computer and phone with ease. The only downsides are call quality is just ok, it's not gonna blow your mind but there are better options if calls are your primary use case. Additionally the LDAC is not available when you have two devices connected. Minor gripes and far exceeded by all the positives. If your willing to splurge on a set of wireless headphones these are a great pick.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Case,
We want to say sorry for any inconvenience you may have experienced with the microphone of the headphones. We will surely take note of this feedback as it helps us improve our products/services. To isolate the issue, you may try to reset the headphones to factory default setting to refresh its content. Here's the link on how to.
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752746.html?search=reset
Hope this helps!
Regards,
David