Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM6/B
- SKU:
- 12360592
Rating by feature
- Sound Quality
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
- Connectivity
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
to a friend
I can highly recommend
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This holiday season I bought the Bose QC Ultra gen 2, Bowers and Wilkins Px7 s3, and the XM6. I returned the Bose and B&Ws, and I'm keeping the Sony's. The Sony's just do everything right in my opinion. The Bose sounded the worst by far even after being EQ'd, and I would say the PX7 S3 sound the best out of the box, however the Sony's can be EQ'd and sound great. Sony's ANC is significantly better than the other two with B&W being the worst. The call quality is decent on all three, but I think the Bose were the best in that category. In terms of comfort, I found the Bose are too loose and would slide on my head, which triggers the in ear detection to pause what you're listening to constantly. The PX7 s3 clamping force is too much and are heavier, so comfort is their biggest drawback. Sony's strikes the right balance between weight and clamping force, and they don't slide on my head. The Sony's and Bose are both comfortable with glasses. Sony's build quality is probably the most questionable of three and time will tell if they fixed the hinge issue like the XM5 had. Overall, the Sony's are definitely the most well rounded of these three that came out this year, especially for noise canceling and sound quality. I might have kept the B&Ws, if they weren't so tight on the head. I was just downright disappointed by the Bose.
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Posted .Hi Nick,
It brings us great satisfaction to hear that after testing the top options available this holiday season, the WH-1000XM6 came out on top for you! We are glad that the balance of superior noise canceling, customizable sound through EQ, and a comfortable fit for glasses-wearers makes them the right choice for your daily use. Your detailed feedback regarding the weight and clamping force is incredibly valuable, and we are confident you will enjoy the refinements we've made to this latest generation.
Thank you for making Sony part of your daily listening.
Regards,
Dominick
Good, but good isn't good enough
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Pros: calls are clear. Mic is excellent. Battery life is great. Easy to connect to phone. Transparency/awareness mode almost sounds like you're not wearing headphones at all. Neutral: ANC is fine. Hurts my head a bit. Sounds quality is fine. Not blown away. Turned on ldac and all the bells and whistles and can't find any significant improvement over my galaxy buds pro 3s. That said, my music streaming app is YouTube music so I'm not getting high bitrate or lossless audio. Cons: prolonged usage hurts. Wearing them for longer than 2 hours hurts. Maybe I'm just not used to over-the-ear headphones but the perimeter of my ear is in pain. I bought replacement cushions from wicked cushions which did help it go from 2 hours to 3 hours, but still hurts. I still haven't gotten used to how to fold them in order to put them in their case. It's been about 2 weeks now and I still have to be very mindful when I'm putting them away as there is only one right away to put them in the case. They feel so cheap. Yes they're light because they're plastic, but they're unmistakably plastic. Strangely flimsy plastic. Had to turn ldac off in order to maintain a stable audio connection. Otherwise it would cut out pretty often. The "hey headphones" gimmick is just a gimmick. On Galaxy buds I can just say next song, previous song, start music, stop music, volume up, volume down, etc. I don't have to start with hey headphones and then wait for them to acknowledge they heard me. The galaxy way makes it fairly easy to skip through 4 or 5 songs hands free while the Sony way makes me not want to use the feature. The touch controls are somewhat unreliable. Sometimes they work and sometimes they don't.
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Posted .Hi BojanD,
Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback regarding your experience with the WH-1000XM6. We are pleased to hear that you are enjoying the call quality and the transparency mode, though we genuinely appreciate your honesty regarding the comfort, build feel, and touch controls. Please be assured that we will share your comments with our product team as we continuously look for ways to improve our headsets.
To help address the specific performance issues you mentioned, we recommend the following:
1. Improving Noise Canceling: To ensure the ANC is performing at its peak, please run the Auto NC Optimizer within the Sony Sound Connect app. This feature analyzes your wearing conditions and environmental factors to tailor the noise canceling specifically to you.
2. Touch Control Sensitivity: If the touch controls are not responding consistently, it may be due to a poor Bluetooth handshake. Please ensure your device remains within 10 meters (32.8 feet) of the headphones and that there are no major physical obstructions, as this helps the sensors communicate accurately.
3. Headset Storage: We understand that the folding mechanism has a learning curve. For a visual walkthrough on how to properly store the headphones without strain, please refer to our Help Guide: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/contents/TP1001856874.html
If you would like personalized assistance to further customize your headphones or troubleshoot the connectivity issues, please reach out to our dedicated technical support team here: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
Thank you for considering Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
Best of the Best!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones check EVERY BOX. Comfort, Battery life, Ease of use, And of course Sound. Only one negative, they make my ears Sweat. But they are better insulated then the previous model. So no damage frome sweating.
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Posted .Hi Lynn,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're excited to hear that your WH-1000XM6 headphones check every box for comfort, battery life, ease of use, and sound! We appreciate you noting the improved insulation over the previous model, which prevents damage despite the sweating. Thank you for this valuable feedback!
Best regards,
-Fred
gotta love sony
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.i may be biased because i'm a big sony product person but these sound crisp and the batterly life has been superb. i also really appreciate that they made the ear cuffs bendable in order to pack into the case again. the touch features on the headphones are so easy to use as well, i sometimes default to it when using other earphones.
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Posted .Hi Leonardo,
We couldn't be happier to hear that you are enjoying the crisp audio and superb battery life of your new headphones. We are especially glad that the return of the foldable design and the intuitive touch controls are making your daily use so much more convenient. It is a huge compliment to hear that our touch features have become your go-to standard for how headphones should function!
Thank you for trusting Sony.
Regards,
Dominick
Great set of headphones. ANC great. Quality Great
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.ANC works as expected. Comfortable set of headphones with great sound quality. Lightweight too.
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Posted .Hello Jeef,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're excited to hear that the WH1000XM6 headphones are delivering effective noise cancellation and comfort along with great sound quality. Knowing that their lightweight design adds to your enjoyment means a lot to us. We appreciate you sharing your experience with our product.
Best regards,
-Fred
Amazing
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these. The sound quality is amazing, noise cancellation works well. They connect easily and are comfortable.
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Posted .Hi Mattb,
It makes us really happy to hear that you are loving your new WH-1000XM6 headphones. Delivering a seamless combination of top-tier sound quality, powerful noise cancellation, easy connectivity, and lasting comfort is exactly what we aimed for with this generation, and we are glad they are a perfect fit for you.
Thank you for choosing Sony to elevate your daily listening experience.
Regards,
Dominick
So Good!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.⸻ 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.
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Posted .Hello Kimi,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're delighted to hear that the WH-1000XM5 headphones have impressed you on so many levels. Knowing the noise-canceling performance, rich and balanced sound, and long-lasting comfort make such a difference for your travel and daily listening is incredibly rewarding. It's fantastic to know that the fast charging and smart features like auto-pause also add real convenience to your experience.
Thank you for your feedback! Your encouragement fuels our team's innovation in creating standout headphones.
Best regards,
-Fred
Great pair of headphones!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Thoroughly been enjoying my first month with these headphones, they have excellent noise cancellation and are very comfortable on my head, which is a plus! No headaches, and I love the style. Have not charged them since I purchased them and they are still at more than 50% of charge!
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Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, BryanC!
We are so stoked to hear that your first month with the WH-1000XM6 has been such a win! It’s awesome that the noise cancellation is hitting the mark for you, but hearing that you're still over 50% battery after a month of use is the real "mic drop" moment. We worked hard to make sure these were comfortable enough to wear all day without the dreaded "headphone headache," so it's great to know the fit and style are working for you.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Worth Every Penny
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was skeptical about spending this much on headphones. But after months of hauling these across airports and conference rooms, I get it now. The noise cancellation is just different. I put these on during a 5-hour flight last month and genuinely forgot I was on a plane. For me, that's the whole game — I do a lot of my best work in transit, and these headphones are a big reason why that's even possible. Sound quality is excellent too, way better than I expected. And the battery just... lasts. I've never once pulled these out of my bag dead, which sounds like a low bar but trust me, with my travel schedule it matters. Honestly, if you're on the fence, just get them. I've recommended these to three coworkers already and none of them have come back to complain.
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Posted .Hi SophiaH,
We are thrilled to hear that the WH-1000XM6 has become such an essential tool for your travels and productivity. It is great to know the noise cancellation and battery life are meeting the high demands of your schedule. We truly appreciate the recommendation!
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
Pricey, but worth every penny.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.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.
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Posted .Hello FelixS,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're elated to hear that your WH-1000XM6 are amazingly comfortable, extremely effective at reducing airplane noise, and delivering phenomenal battery life. Enjoy every flight and long listening session ahead!
Best regards,
-Fred
One of the best.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are awesome. They are extremely comfy, the battery life is solid and most importantly the SOUND and NOISE CANCELLING are unmatched. You literally can't hear anything when NC is enabled. Easily some of the best headphones I've ever owned.
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Posted .Hi MannyFaces,
We couldn’t be happier to hear that your new headphones are standing out as some of the best you have ever owned. It is fantastic that you are enjoying the total silence provided by our latest noise-canceling technology, allowing you to focus entirely on that unmatched sound quality. We also put a lot of thought into the ergonomics to ensure they stay comfortable for long listening sessions, so it is great to know the fit and battery life are hitting the mark for you.
We really appreciate you being part of the Sony family.
Regards,
Dominick
Worth the money
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’ve been using these Sony headphones for a while now, and I’m really impressed. The sound is clear and the bass is strong without being overwhelming. Noise cancellation works great, especially in public places. They’re very comfortable to wear for long hours, and the battery lasts much longer than I expected. Definitely worth the money!
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Posted .Hello Nianjan,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're excited to hear that you’re enjoying the WH1000XM6 headphones so much. It’s wonderful to know the sound quality and noise cancellation enhance your experience, especially in busy environments. Your note on comfort and battery life means a lot to us, as we aim to provide products that support your daily needs seamlessly. Thank you for sharing your positive experience—it truly motivates us to keep delivering excellent audio solutions.
Best regards,
-Fred
Great Product But Overheats
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overall incredibly good noise canceling and transparency mode. Have used it on about a dozen work flights and few trains and it’s a great upgrade from my old QCs I had for number of years. Only con is that tends to overheat when used for over an hour. Not terrible or uncomfortable if you are somewhere room temp or colder, but if you are in an environment where you it’s over 80 F, you’ll probably want to take them off at some point.
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Posted .Thank you for the fantastic feedback, RYANL!
We are so glad to hear the noise canceling and transparency mode are treating you well, and that they've been a solid upgrade from your old QCs for your flights and train rides.
That is super helpful to note about the warmth during longer sessions, since wearing them in environments over 80°F definitely means you'll want to give your ears a breather at some point.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with the WH-1000XM6. Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Great audio and noise cancellation as usual
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.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.
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Posted .Hello Xavier, thanks for sharing this fantastic review! It is most rewarding to hear you're enjoying the immersive listening experience that only the WH1000XM6 can offer thanks to its industry-leading noise cancellation technology and outstanding sound quality! Thanks for recommend to take in consideration the temperature to avoid discomfort while wearing them and extend their useful life! Thanks for choosing Sony this time, we will continue working on keep the premium quality in our products! Sincerely, -Jenn.
Best Noise Cancelling Ever!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.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.
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Posted .Hello RaymondG,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It makes us really happy to hear that you are enjoying your new Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones! We're glad to know that the noise cancellation and powerful sound quality are impressing you, and that the comfortable design and new travel case are a big plus. It's great to hear that they are proving to be a worthwhile investment.
Best regards,
-Fred
Greatest Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are the best headphones I have ever owned! I am always looking for good quality audio that matches the price, and these ones do. I like the way they fit and are designed. Everything is simple and looks appealing, along with a very simple magnetic case to go with it. The button designs are obvious which is nice to click the right ones on the left side. The right side has amazing swiping features that make it easy to change the music or video without needing to click the device. The app is also amazing as it has incredible features and customizations. I like the one where when I take off the headphones it will pause whatever I’m listening to. Not to mention the best part which is the noise cancellation, nothing beats it. Overall I’m very happy with the product and everything it has to offer!
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Posted .Thank you for the awesome review, CarsonT! We are so glad to hear the WH-1000XM6 is the best pair of headphones you’ve ever owned. It is great that you're enjoying the intuitive touch controls, the "wear detection" pause feature, and our industry-leading noise cancellation. We’re happy the design and app customization are hitting the mark for you!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Amazing Noise Cancelling
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I've had these headphones for about a month and a half at this point, and I've really enjoyed them from the first time I put them on. They're incredibly comfortable, and I'm able to wear them for hours without issue. The thing that caused me to finally write a review was a recent flight I was on. We were seated above the wing, with the engine not far in front of us, and it was very loud. I put these headphones on and was absolutely stunned by how quiet it was. I couldn't hear any of that noise, but I was still able to hear when an announcement came over the speaker so I could pause what I was listening to and hear it. If you want incredible noise cancelling, these are the headphones to get! Oh yeah, they have great sound quality too!
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Posted .Hi CaptainKirk86,
We are beyond pleased to hear that the WH-1000XM6 made your recent flight so much more peaceful! It is fantastic to know that the new QN3 processor and 12-microphone system effectively silenced that engine noise while still allowing you to stay connected to important announcements. We are also glad that the all-day comfort we designed into this model is making your long listening sessions so enjoyable.
Thank you for trusting Sony.
Best regards,
Dominick
So so
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sounds good volume not as good as I would like it wish it had more bass
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Posted .Thank you for the review, YvonneT!
It’s great to hear you're enjoying the sound, though we hear you on wanting more volume and bass. Since the WH-1000XM6 is tuned for accuracy, we recommend using the Sony Headphones Connect app to customize the Equalizer (EQ) settings—cranking up the lower frequencies there is the best way to get that extra punch you're looking for!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Best headphones ever
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’ll keep this as short as possible. Sound quality: bass is VERY present, but I wouldn’t consider it muddy Comfortability: very comfortable, I would recommend getting thicker ear pads from a 3rd party seller if you wear glasses Build quality: hasn’t broken so I’m not complaining lol Noise cancellation: legally verified to be the best. What more do you need?
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Posted .Hello NATHANAW,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn't be happier to hear that the WH1000XM6 headphones are delivering such impressive sound quality and comfort for you. Your tip about the thicker ear pads for glasses wearers is a great insight that will surely help others. It's wonderful to know the build quality is holding up well and that the noise cancellation continues to impress. Your thoughtful comments truly inspire us to keep innovating.
Best regards,
-Fred
Fantastic Headphone
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fantastic headphones! The Sony WH‑1000XM6 delivers outstanding noise cancellation, rich sound, and super‑comfortable earcups. The Midnight Blue color looks premium, and the battery life easily lasts through long workdays. Totally worth it!”
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Posted .Hi DJ01! Thanks for the review!
It brings us great joy to hear that your new WH-1000XM6 headphones are a hit, from the color choice to the long-lasting battery.
We appreciate you choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany