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:Sound quality
Great sound and ANC
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound, plus awesome noise cancelling feature. I recently used it on a flight and I could not be happier, I enjoyed the movies and entertainment in flight very much Highly recommend
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Posted .Hello Chico,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn't be happier to hear that your WH1000XM4 headphones delivered great sound and impressive noise cancelling during your flight. It's wonderful to know they made your in-flight entertainment more enjoyable. Thank you for your recommendation and for sharing your experience with us—it truly means a lot.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Can’t go wrong with these!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It was either these Sony or the Bose 700s. I took forever to decide and I looked at a bunch of reviews, and in the end I chose the Sonys. I was leaning towards the Bose and almost got them... My good friend chose the Bose that same day and honestly, it is a matter of preference because they are both great! I chose these because of the little features, like how you can put your right hand over the right earphone, and it pauses and turns off the noise cancelling so that you can hear around you. That feature has come in handy so many times. The noise cancelling is great. Although I like the Bose design and look, these look good too. Just by looking at these headphones, you can tell that you don’t accidentally buy these! I highly recommend.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BigChungus, you definitely 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
Don’t xm4 headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These work great and are really good for me in the gym since they don’t fall off of my head while working out. Would recommend.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kyle!
Thanks so much for the recommendation and for sharing your experience.
We are excited to hear that your WH-1000XM4 stay secure and comfortable while you're at the gym! It is great to know they are keeping up with your workouts so well.
We appreciate you choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good one
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent quality of speaker. Mic bit disappointing for voice calls sometimes
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi VijaykumarK,
We’re glad to hear you’re enjoying the excellent sound quality of your WH-1000XM4 headphones! Regarding the microphone, we recommend ensuring your firmware is up to date via the Sony Headphones Connect app, as updates often include optimizations for voice clarity and pickup.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Looks good, sounds good
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sounds quality. Has a cool feature that pauses your music on the phone when it senses that you take the headphones off.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi BrandonJ!
Thanks so much for sharing your feedback with us about your new WH-1000XM4.
We are immensely pleased to hear that you are finding the sound quality so impressive! It is great to know that the auto-pause sensor is a feature you are finding useful during your daily listening.
We're glad you chose Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great Headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Really helps drown out noise around me when I have these on. Very comfortable.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Linda, it's great to hear that the WH-1000XM4 are helping you drown out surrounding noise! Many users report that the active noise cancellation (ANC) works exceptionally well, particularly with lower frequency sounds, creating a more peaceful listening experience.
Additionally, comfort is frequently noted as a strong point for these headphones, allowing for extended wear without discomfort. If you have any specific scenarios you'd like to discuss regarding usage, or if you're looking for tips on maximizing your experience with the headphones, feel free to ask!
Thanks again for choosing Sony and for being part of our community!
Best regards,
Gus
Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Better than Beats. Perfect for multitasking.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Perfect for work. I can have these synced to my laptop while I work but switch over to take a call on my cell with just a double tap on the ear. Comfortable enough and long battery to wear all day. Noise cancellation is great. I even took a nap with them on and it was complete silence lol (I live in NYC by a hospital) Better than Beats by far I think. Programmable features on the app as well is great to customize function. Speak to chat feature is cool too. The AUX port option is great for watching inflight movies during flights because we all know the ones they give out are terrible.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mandalore,
Amazing! We're thrilled 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
Best headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing. The quality of sound is amazing and I cannot hear anything in the outside world when I have them on
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Posted .Hi Constance,
It is great to hear that you are finding the noise-canceling capabilities of the WH-1000XM4 so effective. We designed our Dual Noise Sensor technology specifically to create that immersive "outside world" silence, allowing the incredible sound quality and fine details of your music to take center stage without distraction.
Thank you for trusting Sony.
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Best for Noise Cancellation
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones have noise cancelling like no other. Highly recommend if you get easily over stimulated. I use these where-ever I go and it has a nice battery life. I also like how you can customize your sound. You can adjust the bass, treble, and all in between. I’m no audiophile but to my average person ears they’re amazing. It is pricey but a good investment. I see myself using these for years to come.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Tammie, we're glad you like the noise canceling feature of 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:Comfort, Sound qualityCons mentioned:Connectivity
They're not good enough.
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.After using these headphones along with Beats Studio, Wh- 910n, these headphones are overhyped, overpriced, but over performed. I like the comfort which over did the Beats Studio. They're aesthetically pleasing like Beats. The noise cancelling over performed. Compared to the Cases for each of the headphones, the XM-4s have a cuter and more protective case. The only problems that I have had with the XM-4s is that they're hard to connect to any of my Apple devices, and they randomly disconnect and turn off out of nowhere which is neither rare or common. But compared to the expensive Air Pods Pro Max from Apple, these have way better sound quality and more minimalistic with swipe on the right side of the Headphones, you can access ambient sound, pause, play, and play your next song. Compared to the wh- 910n, it is hard to turn on Siri by just touching the pad of your right cup which the wh-910, It is more worth getting the WH- 910 which are 100 dollars less but sacrifice the aesthetic for the better quality, and better base.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DanielaH,
Thank you for the review and your feedback is greatly appreciated. We're sorry to hear the connecting issue with your headphones. Update the software of your headphones via Sony headphoens connect app. A firmware update improves the functionality and features of your device. It can provide fixes to any performance issues that may occur.
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wf-1000xm4/software/00289102
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-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony over the ear
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Needed something to replace AirPods that went over the ear. Great sound and paired with app makes for a better experience. Fit great and comfortable over the ear, have to get used to the noise cancellation but have worn for hours with no issues. Easy controls and cover to mute function is great
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Posted .Hi Toaster,
Thank you for the purchase! We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality and comfortable design of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Awesome Headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are great, by far the best wireless headphones that can deliver the greatest noise cancelling, while also delivering a good sound experience. The headphones themselves and its inner system is solid, and its sound quality is great. Its also been a bit since i've got them and theres no signs of wear and tear or battery deterioration yet. The only nitpick to make is its accompanying app for your phone, and while it can give you more customization for the headphones, the app is buggy and currently isn't letting me update the headphones software. Regardless, the headphones and its bluetooth, noise canceling, and wired mode are all top notch.
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Posted .Hi SharyM,
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us. We're really glad you like amazing sound, build quality, and noise cancelling features of your headphones. We're sorry to hear the issue that you are having with the app. Please try to uninstall and install back the app that may help resolved the issue. You may also try to install the app using a different phone so we can isolate the issue.
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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! - Kris
Best headphones ever
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had gotten these because my beat studio pros had broken and was worried due to the price but they haven not disappointed me at all they feel premium and the transparency and noise cancellation is amazing I appreciate the features such at the touch controls which make it soo much easier to do normal headphone stuff while being discrete
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello IbrahimS,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're elated to hear that the WH-1000XM4 headphones have lived up to your expectations, especially after your previous experience. It’s wonderful to know that the premium feel, effective noise cancellation, transparency mode, and convenient touch controls have enhanced your daily use. Your appreciation encourages us to keep delivering products that blend quality and innovation seamlessly.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
The best of the best
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I purchased the XM4's after owning the XM3's for over a year. I was a bit nervous at first after hearing a few comments on a difference in sound signature on the XM4's but have yet to notice any significant change. While the rock solid sound quality remains very similar to the XM3's there is a noticeable improvement in ANC on the XM4's. I have used almost every high end wireless ANC headphone on the market and every time go back to this pair. It's the perfect combination of comfort, quality, and performance at a reasonable price!
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Posted .Hi Ezra,
Great! We're glad that you are happy with the upgrade. 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:Comfort, Sound quality
Hype is real!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.When the XM3 came out I had a trip planned for Florida and from Seattle to Florida direct is roughly 6 hr flight. Was looking for headphones that had noise canceling, was stuck between the Bose and XM3. Choose the Bose and was happy. Fast forward, heard the XM4 would have features the previous one lacked and pre ordered and I can say I’m more happy with these than when I got the Bose when I got them. The Sound quality is so much better, and these are more comfortable to my head. The only complaint I have as of this moment is on a rare occasion when I want to hear a voice message on Apple messages the headphones don’t recognize is and won’t swap to that Audio source. I’m looking forward to using these on my upcoming flight in October!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Great sound and noise canceling
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Light weight, great sound! The noise canceling feature works very well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi EPoole, thank you for the great review! We're honored to hear you're enjoying the rich sound and industry-leading noise cancelling of the Sony - WH1000XM4. It's awesome to know their lightweight design is adding to your comfort, too. Thanks for choosing Sony, and we hope they keep delivering an exceptional listening experience every time! Best regards, -Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Drown out the noise
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My best friends have this headphones, and i saw them use it during our flight, so that’s what really influenced me to get these. The fact that it was already blocked out any noise just by putting it on, had me really impressed. It took me a little to play around with the settings and whatno, but this was by far one of the best purchases i’ve made!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Janelle,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn't be happier to hear that you’re enjoying your WH1000XM4 headphones! It's wonderful to know that seeing your friends use them during your flight inspired you to make the purchase. We're glad to hear that the noise-canceling feature impressed you right from the start. It’s great that you took the time to explore the settings and discover all that these headphones have to offer. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, and we hope you continue to enjoy your purchase!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had one but broke i love the audios on these headphones perfect for my 5k runs or gym workouts overall my favorite
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Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, JuanB!
We are so glad to hear you’re back to using your favorite headphones! It’s awesome to know that the WH-1000XM4 is your go-to companion for those 5K runs and gym sessions. We designed them to deliver that perfect audio experience to keep you motivated during your workouts.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Bass, Comfort, Sound quality
Love them!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing sound cancelling ability. They really do tune out about 95% of ambient noise and I live in quite a busy/loud home. The bass on these is great too and they’re quite comfortable for extended wear.
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Posted .Hi JayC,
We're glad that these headphones have lived up to 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:Sound quality
Good quality
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good quality, good noise cancelling. I can’t hear my roommates loud keyboard anymore
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Timothy,
We are really happy to hear that your new headphones are providing the peace and quiet you need to focus!
The industry-leading noise cancellation in the WH-1000XM4 is specifically designed to filter out a wide range of frequencies, including those sharp, high-pitched sounds like a clicking keyboard. By using our Dual Noise Sensor technology and the Integrated Processor QN1, the headphones can effectively silence the world around you, allowing you to stay fully immersed in your music or work without any external distractions.
Thank you for making Sony part of your daily listening.
Best regards,
Dominick