Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM4/S
- SKU:
- 6408357
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:Bass, Sound quality
Sony XM4
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Definitely the best pair of over ear headphones I have ever owned yes they're expensive but the noise cancellation is superb the sound quality is excellent I listen to both rock rap and some techno and no matter what I'm listening to sounds great also hold its own with some pretty good bass we're definitely recommend
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DeFran34, Thank you for the awesome review! We're thrilled you like the industry-leading noise cancellation feature and excellent sound quality no matter what type of music you're listening to.
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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
The Best of the Best
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these as a gift for my brother and he LOVES them. The sound quality is amazing and they look simple yet elegant. Ive tried them on and i see why he likes them!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello HappyCamper,
What a nice gift! We're happy to hear that your brother loves his new Sony WH1000XM4 and are pleased with the audio quality and design of it. 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 he hasn't already, tell him to please check our Sony Headphones Connect app which will let him fine-tune his music to his liking! Maybe this is the time to get one for yourself as a Christmas gift. Thank you for choosing Sony! Enjoy! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Just as good as Bose
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I also have the Bose QC-35 and the Sony is just as good and even better on some features. I like the way it fits and looks. The only thing I like better on the Bose is that when I first turn it on it tells you which device it is connecting to. The Sony doesn’t. Also, I find the Bose easier to connect to a new device. Besides that, I’m very happy with the Sony.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi there, Glad to hear that you are happy with 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:Sound quality
Good listening
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I absolutely love the sound on these. My only issue is the slide when I work out but to be honest I have that figured out. The bass boost feature on these gives just the right amount. Sound is crisp and clean. Better than my AirPods.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback on the WH-1000XM4, SaraV! We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the sound quality and the bass boost feature—and that they’re delivering a crisp, clean listening experience for you. It's great to know they’ve outperformed your previous headphones!
We appreciate you mentioning the minor fit challenge during workouts and are glad you found a solution that works for you. Your input is valuable and helps us continue to improve our products for every type of listener and activity.
If you ever have any more suggestions or need tips on optimizing your headphone experience, feel free to reach out. Enjoy your music!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus
Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
THE BEST MONEY I’VE EVER SPENT!
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.im impressive about the quality of the sound technology, i like it very much when i take the headphones off is stop the music so is save the battery, also i can play in same time on 2 devices, and i like it so much when the volume is with touch on the headphone also can change the melody from there. Great sound, great technology, great brand. I love it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Aaron, Glad to hear that you are happy with the overall performance 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:Sound quality
Favorite headphones ever
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Grear sound, great connectivity. I would recommend these to everyone
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LNCO,
Thank you very much for your feedback on the WH-1000XM4 headphones! We are honored to hear that you love the sound and connectivity and that you would recommend them to everyone.
These headphones are known for their industry leading Noise Cancellation thanks to the QN1 Processor and they also feature Speak-to-Chat technology, which automatically pauses your music when you start talking.
We're genuinely thankful you decided on Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
My boyfriend is in love with these headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is the perfect gift for anyones that enjoys listening to good quality sounding music. The noise cancellation is amazing on these headphones. I initially got these headphones as a gift for my boyfriend but I find myself using them more lol
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello lelly,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're thrilled to hear that you and your boyfriend are enjoying the WH1000XM4 headphones. We couldn’t agree more; their outstanding sound quality and remarkable noise cancellation make them an ideal gift for any music enthusiast. It’s wonderful to know they’ve become a favorite of yours too!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Phenomenal Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A must buy if you do a lot of travel or listen to music a lot. The noise canceling on these are phenomenonal. I saw window seat on a Boeing-787 within view of the wing. Enabled Noise Canceling. Did not hear a decibal of that aircrafts engine at all. These are very comfortable as well, I havent experienced ear-fatique
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Posted .Hi Diego,
Thank you for the 5-star rating and we're glad you like the industry leading noise canceling 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. Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Love these headphones!
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought the original XM1 (I think that is what they were called) and I returned them because I did not find them comfortable and for the price ($350) was not worth keeping. Flash forward a few years and I am a believer! Very comfortable, even for hours on end, sound is great and can now switch between 2 devices. I highly recommend this and since they are (were) on a Black Friday deal @ $298 it is a great deal.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi FRinLI, Thank you for giving the product a perfect rating! We're very happy to hear you appreciate the comfortable design, great sound quality and the ability to switch between 2 devices using the multipoint function. 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony wireless headphones M4
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These Headphones ha a great fit and the sound quality is excellent, love the noise cancellation
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Posted .Hi SonywirelessM4, Awesome! We are glad to hear that you are happy with your purchase! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
Previous seemed better.
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Only 4 stars cause the headband isn't as tight as the previous model. Also, the passive noise reduction is not as good as previous model. I can hear more mid-frequencies coming through the headphones on this model. When I implement the auto-ambient control function I have to tap on the headphones to get the highest amount of noise cancelation from it. Despite what all the online frequency graphs are showing, this version is not as good at canceling higher mid frequencies than the previous version. Could have something to do with the hole for the sensor on the left ear. Don't really need that. I plugged it up, and disabled all the useless onheadphone-controls and keep it wired only. Wish they'd make a wired version, minimal controls, and Wired-only, with superior noise canceling for all frequencies especially ghetto-bass you hear from those stupid lowriders. or Jacked up funky mobiles with loud boom boxes.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PeterHugh,
We appreciate your in-depth review of the headphones. It's unfortunate that you are not having a complete experience because of the design and noise canceling function.
Make sure to adjust the headband of the headphones to achieve the best fit and comfort.
For optimum performance, make sure that the software version is updated. The noise canceling function is effective in low-frequency ranges such as airplanes, trains, offices, near air-conditioning, and is not as effective for higher frequencies, such as human voices. Check that the Adaptive Sound Control is turned off. Check the setting of the Adaptive Sound Control on the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app. When the Adaptive Sound Control is turned on, the noise canceling function may become insufficient. Hope this helps.
Your feedback about wired headphones with the same Noise Canceling features is greatly appreciated. Thanks again for sharing your review and for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Amazing Headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These things are great! The active noise cancelation is top notch. They are really comfortable too. I can wear them for 8 hours at a time without any problem. And the built in equalizer is awesome. I like my music with a lot of base and this allows you to customize that. And the headphones don't disappoint when it comes to sound quality. They give good, deep bass, and nice, clear vocals.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Zach, thanks for sharing your review. We're glad that you are loving the noise canceling feature, equalizer, and sound 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Perfect
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I got these for my husband with a new Sony TV. He is a little hard of hearing and has to put the TV up loud. He is also bothered by background noise. I wasn't sure he would like them or use them. HE LOVES them! Hardly takes them off! They are comfortable, block the background noise and he can hear the TV with no trouble. He can easily turn off the noise cancelling to have a conversation. Set up was easy,
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Posted .Hi Moondane,
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:Bass, Sound quality
Luxury headphone
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphone i got in years. The sound is awesome, the low, the mid and the highs. You hear the bass too. Best part.. clarity. Also, it silenced all the unnecessary sounds around you so you can listen to what you want to listen in luxury.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ramon, great! We're glad you like the sound quality 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:Battery life, Sound quality
Good sound quality & Noise cancelation
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Easy to pair with good sound, battery life & better bass than previous sony xm3. New feature is ability to "auto hear" when mic detects someone talking to you, but I didn't care for that option personally. Must use touch controls to change volume, track, answer. Some people will not like that, but the device looks better without buttons.
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Posted .Hi GoodANuff, Awesome 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. 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
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great Sound even on PC
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love this headset! I use it for just about everything. I bought it for work from home. I wear them for hours a day and they are very light and extremely comfortable! The sound is also pretty great for closed back headphones. I ended up buying the FiiO BTA30 as well to connect them to my PC and get true LDAC. I highly suggest picking up both if you want the best quality audio from your PC.
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Posted .Hi Smashinmelonz, Glad to hear that you are happy with the sound quality and comfort of your new 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. -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
better than apple airpod max
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I purchased these and the apple airpods max. Price wasnt really a factor from me. I just need something confortable that will cancel noise effectively. These are much more confortable for long coding sessions compared to the apple product. And half the price! They get a bit warm, but all closed back headphones do. Not much that can be done there. love the portability and carry case
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Posted .Hi Alex, Great! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new 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. -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Awesome for everything, except phone calls
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome headphones. I am happy with the sound quality, comfort, and the improvement from XM3 like dual device connection, improved app, etc. The only issue i have is that the mic for phone calls still makes my phone sound muted or robotic, not as much as XM3 but still quite noticeable difference compared to Bose 700 I'm keeping it and will dial in to my conference calls on my phone as PC's bluetooth driver sucks big time.
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Posted .Hi 3vr3Sal, we're glad that you like the sound quality, comfort, and the improvements we made on the headphones. Make sure to update the software to the latest version for optimum performance. We appreciate your feedback about the mic quality. This will certainly help us improve our products. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I work with running diesel engines on a daily basis, anyone with a tractor can tell you how loud those things can get. Brought my headphones with me to work to see if I could use them in place of my Peltor workman earmuffs, turns out XM4’s have better noise canceling. There are a few annoying features. The app is very Sony, so half the features don’t work and the other half only work some of the time. The touchscreen on the outside of the right muff was cool when I first got them, now it’s just annoying, often increasing/decreasing volume when I want to skip a song. Speak-to-chat is also just a ridiculous feature, can’t use it in public, constantly activates when I’m laying in bed, turns itself back on randomly. It’s classic Sony, awesome tech, miserable software.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello GovindP,
While we are very thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the noise canceling capability of our Sony WH1000XM4, we regret to hear that you are having some issues with some of the features of the headphone. This is not usually the case with our XM4. Please allow us to troubleshoot these issues and turn this to a better one. Kindly check these links to fix the issues.
The touch sensor control panel does not respond correctly:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002758108.html
Speak-to-Chat function randomly activates on the WH-1000XM4 and WH-1000XM5 headphones:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00285913?utm_source=glean
I hope this helps.
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! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Excellent headphones!!
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Better sound quality and built than the xm5 in my opinion. Bought these on sale for $188 at bestbuy. More than happy, solid purchase!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the excellent review, JomPad!
We are absolutely thrilled to hear how happy you are with your WH-1000XM4 headphones! It's fantastic to know that you find the sound quality and build to be so satisfying and that you consider them a solid purchase.
We're glad you were able to take advantage of the sale and get such a great deal!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus,
Sony Social Media Team