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 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
Sony Xm
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Perfect Noise Cancellation! I use these daily for everything!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MoeG, We're very grateful for this positive feedback! It's wonderful to hear that they are perfect for daily use, thanks to their exceptional noise cancellation. Thank you for the 5-star rating and for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Great product
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Meets all my expectations i had,they sound great and have great battery life.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ttou2,
Great! We're glad that you like the sound quality and battery life 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
Best headphones ever.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought these as a gift for my spouse and they do the job as expected. Sound quality is amazing and worth every penny. I want a pair now for myself.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TeeLD, We are happy that you bought our WH1000XM4, the best headphones for your spouse. You chose the best brand. Thank you for trusting Sony! Vincent
They are good
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.No problem at all i had the same ones for 4 years and this is for my wife now and she also loves them
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Aqeel,
Thank you for trusting the WH-1000XM4 headphones enough to purchase them again!
We are honored to hear that you've used your first pair for four years and that your wife is now enjoying her new set as well.
We appreciate your business and thank you for choosing Sony headphones!
Best regards,
Estefany
Beware - Not Worth the Investment
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I purchased these less than 6 months ago for sole use as my office headphones. I only used them while working and made sure to keep them protected in their case while not in use. A few weeks ago, plastic at the right the ear cuff joint began snapping off and the piece has continued to disintegrate. It is now unwearable and functionally useless. I immediately contacted Sony and although the product is within warranty, they refuse to cover "physical damage". There was never an incident that would have caused this damage, so I'm very disappointed in these headphones and am now researching alternatives! I now know that there are many Reddit threads about this exact damage occurring. This was a terrible first experience with Sony customer service and I will be avoiding their products moving forward.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi fiddle22, We are sorry to hear about what happened to your WH-1000XM4 Headphones. This is usually not the case with our premium products and we would like to take this as an opportunity to reach out and provide assistance. May we contact you to help? If so, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com
Apologies if you disclosed some of this information in your review and to customer service, we just want to ensure that we have your accurate details at the time of communication.
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Carl
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Just Great
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Super comfortable. Sound fantastic. Great bettery life. Connection to phone is a little slow, but once connected, no latency.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SokMan, Great! We're glad that you like the sound quality, battery life, and comfort. 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
Great sound
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound and comfort, easy to use while traveling, case is a little bulky.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DW59, Glad to hear that you are happy with the sound quality 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
Great Headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had been watching these for years. At $160 on Black Friday I couldn't resist. They are awesome
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KenW,
That is an incredible find! Getting the WH-1000XM4 for $160 is a fantastic deal, especially since they remain a gold standard for noise cancellation and sound quality. We are so glad your patience paid off and that you're finding them "awesome" after watching them for so long.
With up to 30 hours of battery life and the ability to fold them into a compact case, they should be the perfect companion for years to come. Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best gift for my girlfriend
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My girlfriend never had a pair of hifi headphones so there were great to introduce her to high quality audio without getting her a pair that looked "Masculine"
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mark, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product! We're glad your girlfriend likes her new headphones! 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. Thank you for choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best Headphones out there!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are amazing. I recommend it to everyone i know because the quality and durability is amazing!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Amanda, we're glad you like your new headphones! Thanks for choosing Sony! Enjoy! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best headphones out there
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are the best headphones I've ever had I even recommended it to my family to get some and to their friends I would recommend this to anybody I've been using these in the gym and they've been working fine no problems with them
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Rockets,
Awesome! 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 the recommendation and for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
Okayish if you like it heavy
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The nice quality isn't as bad as I thought. But it could be better the reason why I'm giving it. 3 stars is because the headband piece digs into your scalp. And it could hurt, especially after hours use or if you have thin hair and the battery life is okay compared to other headphones. It tends to run out at a quicker rate depending on the volume. And setting, you have it on. But if you're a Sony fanatic, these would be better than the latest generations like the last 2 generations, aren't as good as you would think. This one, because it's thicker in the muffle area has a better. Noise-canceling property than the others, but it is heavy not to an extent. You would notice in the very beginning. But after hours use, you do notice it
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NicoAnd,
Thank you for the candid feedback on the WH-1000XM4. We're pleased the Noise Canceling performance is strong and that you find it superior to previous models.
We sincerely apologize for the discomfort the headband is causing during long listening sessions and the frustration with the battery life variability.
To help maximize the battery life, please check your Sony | Headphones Connect app and ensure features like DSEE Extreme are disabled, as these can increase power consumption. For the headband comfort, some users find that a third-party padded cover helps alleviate the pressure. Your detailed observations about comfort and weight are vital, and we'll ensure this feedback is passed along to our product design teams. Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best headphones I’ve ever owned!
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Former Beats user. These are far beyond beats in every way. Tons of features and adjustability. With multiple levels of active noise cancellation. Wish I would’ve bought these sooner! The only thing that could be better is lack of iPhone support like beats and AirPods
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Deion,
You made the right choice with the Sony WH1000XM4! Your feedback is greatly appreciated. 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
Wonderful Headphones!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony - WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Silver are wonderful!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, jpmeister!
We're so glad you’re loving your silver WH-1000XM4 headphones. They really are a wonderful blend of industry-leading noise cancellation and all-day comfort.
Enjoy your music, and thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best active noise cancelling headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.If your are debating between these and the Bose 700, just like I was. THESE ARE THE CHOICE. Hands down these beat the Bose in just about every category and the features are just worlds apart. You won’t regret this choice I promise !
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jerry, 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
Great for Gym
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones for the gym and everyday use. I sweat a lot and still they don’t seem to slip off or anything. My only drawback is for my set they only charge when I have them charging through my laptop rather than a wall outlet.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello SebastianM,
Thank you for your purchase and for your feedback. We're glad that you enjoyed using our XM4 headphone for your gym and everyday activities. When it comes to charging the headphone, you can also charge the headset to an AC outlet. Just purchase a commercially available USB AC adaptor to use with the supplied USB Type-C cable. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony WH-1000XM4s have become my favorite headphones to use. I love the customization you get from the app so you can really make them sound how you want and the carrying case is a very nice touch. These are great and I’d recommend to anyone, the noise cancelling is amazing.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Senpai,
Great! We're glad that you like the app functions (Sony Headphones Connect app), carrying case, and noise canceling function 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. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
LOVE
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The most comfortable headphones I have ever owned. Everything promised in description is given. Also, i have a small head and they dont feel overly bulky like some other headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Paige, Thank you for the excellent review! We're pleased to hear you like the comfortable fit and good to know it fits you perfectly. 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
Incredible music quality!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have been going through so many YouTube review videos and articles trying to decide on which headphones to purchase and these headphones were always on top of the list. The sound is amazing and I would say the best of the best! The songs I used to listed to sounds so different with these on
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi maria20,
Perfect! You definitely made the right choice 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:Sound quality
Good headset all around
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This wireless headset is worth it when they're on sale which isn't rare for them. the sound is great but could do better but I'm not displeased with it. noise cancelling is what really got me sold, I can study and listen to music without background noise annoying me.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Aaron,
We're glad that you like the noise canceling function of the headphones. Your feedback about the sound quality is greatly appreciated. You can use the equalizer function of the Sony Headphones Connect app to tailor-fit the sound quality to your needs. We hope you continue to enjoy these amazing 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!
-Ralph