Customer Ratings & Reviews

I found these amazingly comfortable and extremely effective at reducing airplane noise. The battery life is phenomenal as well. If I had to pick at anything, it’s the case that I’m not fond of. While I’m happy it’s there as competitors don’t include one, you have to contort the headphones to get them in the case. And if they are not placed in the case perfectly the case won’t close but again I am nitpicking.

The Sony WH-1000XM6 are the best ANC headphones I’ve used, great sound, top-tier noise cancellation, excellent call quality, and solid 30-hour battery life. They’re comfortable, foldable, and packed with smart features. Pricey, but worth it.

I had a pair of XM5's and those were amazing. These are even better. Foldable design makes them more compact and easier to travel. Magnet clasp on carrying case is very nice. I guess i never realize the tine it took to zip and unzip the XM5's. Nice ease of use upgrade. The ANC and transparancy modes are even better than the XM5s. The head band and ear cups feel soft, comfortable and dont cause any discomfort even after a four hour listening session. Overall amazing. As for cons there is an ANC mike in the center of the inside earcups that protrudes out a bit. I am hoping as I wear the ear cups in, this will not cause discomfort. Price increase to $450 from $400 for the XM5's was not welcomed. But I guess the price of everything is going up price wise.

Excellent upgrade , even if coming from a the XM5s. I use these all day at the office for Teams and Zoom calls and the battery life is great! The sound quality is excellent. My coworkers mentioned I sounded robotic when I walked away downstairs to the kitchen, about 40+ feet away, which is expected. But I was still connected and could hear them fine. When I'm within the appropriate BT range, I have zero issues with them. The noise cancellation is 2nd to none! One minor complaint, be careful when removing them from the carry case and unfolding them. When I first opened them, I got pinched on the finger and it's a pretty sharp pinch. I am glad they fold again, as the carry case is smaller. I also use them with an External DAC for Qobuz FLAC audio. I have a Dense Audio DAC and they sound even better when using that 3.5mm hard wired cable to the DAC.

I expected not a big upgrade coming from the wh1000xm5 but I came to be fascinated at how much the audio and fit improved my previous headphones. Not only the sound but the built quality improved by making them more ergonomic and foldable would recommend to anyone with the budget so they can get a premium sound experience with extreme comfort.

I just got the new Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones, and they're fantastic. The noise cancellation is truly next-level and the sound quality is crisp and powerful, especially for music with strong bass. They're also really comfortable to wear for long periods. The new foldable design and sturdy case are a big plus for traveling. While they are a bit pricey, the performance and features make them worth every penny.

I came from the Airpods Max and couldnt be happier. The AirPods Max never felt like the best-in-class in either ANC or sound quality generally. I was holding off on the XM5 until the XM6 and ended up trading in the AirPods Max. The build quality on these is wonderful and they are much lighter than the Max. Sound quality is another level and the ANC is amazing. They are also much more comfortable to wear than the Max. The travel case is also excellent. I haven’t played around with the accompanying app much but it looks like it has some cool features. Really happy with my purchase!

First time trying a WH-1000XM series headphone and these XM6’s are awesome! The ANC and Transparency modes are top level. With ANC the world around you disappears and with Transparency mode you can hear birds chirping and cars approaching while walking your dog. Sony really out did themselves with these 2 feature. Comfort level is also top notch, I can wear these for hours no problem. The battery life is excellent, up to 30 hours with ANC features turned on. And the sound quality is superb, you can even have a custom EQ with a 10-band slider to get the exact sound you want.

Amazing headphones! The Sony WH-1000XM6 has incredible noise canceling, crystal clear sound, and super comfortable fit. Battery lasts long, and the Bluetooth connection is flawless. Definitely one of the best wireless headphones out there.

⸻ Sony WH-1000XM5 – Worth It These are hands-down the best noise-canceling headphones I’ve ever used. Sony really nailed it with the WH-1000XM5. The noise canceling is next-level—perfect for travel, work, or just tuning out the world. Sound quality is super clear and rich, with great bass and balanced tones. They’re also really comfortable, even for long wear, and the battery lasts forever (like 30 hours!). Bonus: they charge fast and have smart features like pausing when you take them off. If you’re on the fence, just get them. You won’t regret it.

Phenomenal sound clarity; a clear step up even from the XM5s I currently own. ANC is basically unparalleled at this point. When on, entire world is basically on mute (especially while music is playing). Comfort level is great, even if the clamping is a bit stronger than the xm5. Owned a pair of airpods max for a few years, and let me just say as an iphone user, the xm6s blow them out of the water in so many categories that matter most (sound, comfort, portability, ANC). These are by far the best headphones I’ve ever worn and it’s not even close.

I am a very picky person when it comes to headphones. I have bought and returned many because I am not happy with them. This is the first pair that I will 100% say that I will keep because of how light it is how long the battery life is and how great it sounds. The flexibility of it with the headband with the clamp is great. I work out. It’s a great workout headset. I can sling around all I want and they do not follow my head. I have 100% recommend.

I returned my Apple AirPods Max for these and I don’t regret it, these are comfortable and light on the head and sound great, battery lasts me over a week, a bit bulky on the head. I use these 4x a week at the gym and they are the best headphone I’ve used for that so far

I’ve been really impressed with the XM6. The sound is clear with deep bass and balanced highs, and the noise cancelling works really well in everyday use. They’re lightweight and comfortable enough to wear for hours without pressure. Battery life easily lasts me through the day. Overall, it feels like a big step up from my old pair and worth the price.

The Sony XM6s offer a fantastic audio experience with great sound and top-tier noise cancellation. You'll love the awesome battery life, and the "hear-through" mode works perfectly without making you dizzy. Just keep in mind they're not ideal for hot environments because they can make you sweaty, and the hinges might take a bit of getting used to. Still, they're a solid choice for their premium sound and features.

Love these!! Was juggling between the Apple Airpods Max and the XM6. Soo glad I bought this. Great comfort and does not bother in terms of weight. A bit on the pricey side but worth it.

Have been using the Sony headphones for the last couple of months, including some long plane trips and the noise cancelation is excellent, comfortable, great battery life and good for phone calls.

Superb sound. My M3's lasted me 8 years with daily use, im hoping to get the same wear and tear out of this pair. My only issue is that the ear cups are smaller than the previous M-generation? and I dont like it, I have quite small ears. But I think the bigger ear cups are roomy and looser for all day use. Granted, these stay better on my head when im upside down in the gym. But other than that, they're barely too small. Ill keep them for the sound, but comfort has sadly sadly gone down for me.

Great headphones. Most comfortable and best sounding pair I have ever used. I wish you could control a few more settings with buttons on the headphones instead of only the app. If you want over the ear phones, these are an easy option to pick. Battery life is incredible. Never

Fantastic sound and long battery life, and finally back to foldable design! And also case is great, with magnetic closing - very convenient. If you are travelling a lot on a plane - go get these headphones, you will thank yourself.