Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM6/B
- |
- SKU:
- 12238519
Customer reviews
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 1378 reviews
(1,378 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Sound Quality4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life4.9
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
- Connectivity4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers appreciate the phenomenal sound quality and the comfortable, lightweight design that makes these headphones easy to wear for extended periods. Users also frequently highlight the impressive battery life and the convenient folding mechanism that enhances portability. While the vast majority of feedback is positive, a small number of users noted that the ear cups can trap heat during use and expressed a desire for a higher maximum volume.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Great battery life but sound quality dropped
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not sure why but the sound got muffled out of nowhere when every I try to listen so videos/music. It was great at first and it’s never gotten wet and I don’t even use it for working out so not sure why it happend.
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM6- Best Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones - Midnight Blue
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JACOBA,
We are sorry to hear that the sound on your WH-1000XM6 headphones has suddenly become muffled, especially since you've kept them well-maintained and away from moisture.
To help resolve this, please try the following troubleshooting steps:
1- Check for Software Updates: Open the Sony | Sound Connect app on your mobile device to ensure your headphones are running the latest firmware version.
2- Adjust Sound Quality Settings: Through the Sound Connect app, check your Bluetooth connection settings and set them to Prioritize Sound Quality rather than connection stability.
3- Restart the Headphones: Power the headphones off and back on again to clear out any temporary software glitches.
If the muffled audio issue persists after trying these steps, please reach out to our technical support team directly for further assistance at https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
Thank you for considering Sony
Regards,
Dominick
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Outstanding headphones
|Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] I purchased the new Sony XM10006 abd let me say they are outstanding and highly recommended to purchase!
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Flan1208,
Thanks for this fantastic feedback! It's great to hear that you're so happy with your new WH-1000XM6 headphones.
Your review is a perfect, concise summary of what makes these headphones so good. The "outstanding" performance is exactly what we aim for, and it's clear you're experiencing the top-tier sound quality and noise cancellation they're known for.
Your recommendation is highly valuable to other people considering a premium pair of headphones. We're confident that your experience will be consistent and you'll continue to enjoy them for a long time.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Sincerely,
Jenn | Sony North America.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Headphone Review
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones but the voice prompts from email and texts is annoying on an Apple iPhone. They need to give an option to turn that off.
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Posted .Hi CHUD!
Thanks so much for your review of the WH-1000XM6.
Regarding the email and text alerts, those are actually controlled by your iPhone's "Announce Notifications" feature rather than the headphones themselves. You can easily turn this off by going to your iPhone Settings and toggling it off.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Over the Ear Headphones
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] Great headphones, ANC one of the best. Clarity even better than the XM5s. Had some trouble with the AUX port but got it sorted out.
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Anonymous,
Thanks for these fantastic five stars!
We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) and that you're experiencing even better clarity than with the XM5s. Our engineers work tirelessly to push the boundaries of audio technology!
We also appreciate you mentioning that you had some initial trouble with the AUX port but got it sorted out. We're glad it's working for you now, and if you ever encounter any further issues or have questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to our support team at https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Sincerely,
Jenn.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
BEST HEADPHONES!!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones ever!! The only thing is your hair oils will show if you are very oily.
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MariahJ,
We are delighted to hear that you think the Sony WH-1000XM6 are the best headphones ever! Hearing feedback like this truly makes our day and affirms our commitment to providing outstanding audio products. Thank you so much for the fantastic 5-star review and for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent head phone
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The head phones are great. I purchased a pair for my son who is enjoying the headphones.
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I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GloriaP,
That's fantastic! We are delighted to hear you and your son are both enjoying the great experience of the WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones. Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Super sound
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.There are no negative comments. Everything is perfect!
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Posted .Thank you for the glowing review, OleksandrS!
We are absolutely thrilled to hear that the WH-1000XM6 is perfect for you in every way. Knowing that we’ve hit the mark on everything from the noise cancellation to the comfort and sound quality means a lot to us.
Thank you for choosing Sony and for sharing your experience!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love these!!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great quality headphones with good bass! Would definitely recommend for gym and studying
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Posted .Hi AlexisC,
We're thrilled to hear that the WH-1000XM6 headphones are great quality, deliver good bass, and are a perfect recommendation for use while studying and at the gym.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Buy WH-1000XM5, WH-1000XM6 is terrible
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I wish I stayed with my WH-1000XM5 replacement. My WH-1000XM5 started to make a high pitch noise. I had the option to replace it with a new WH-1000XM5 or pay the difference and upgrade to WH-1000XM6. I upgraded. The sound in WH-1000XM6 is terrible compared to WH-1000XM5. Also, the microphone is terrible, sounds like a toy mic. Plus, the headphone continually shuts down without me doing anything. Could I have a defective headphone?
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No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi OccasionalBuyer,
We are sorry to hear that your experience with the WH-1000XM6 has not met your expectations, especially after moving from the XM5. The issues you described—poor sound quality, a "toy-like" microphone, and random shutdowns—are certainly not typical of this model, which features an upgraded QN3 processor and 12-microphone system for improved clarity. We recommend disabling the "Automatic Power Off" setting in the Sony Sound Connect app to address the shutdowns and performing a factory reset (holding the power and noise-canceling buttons for 10 seconds) to resolve potential software glitches affecting the audio; however, if the issues persist, it is very likely you have a defective unit and we encourage you to utilize your warranty for a replacement. Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Okay at best
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Audio quality is good but it’s not comfortable 30 minutes of use and your ears are sweaty
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Posted .Hello Smoak,
Thank you for considering Sony products.
We sincerely apologize for the discomfort you're experiencing with the WH-1000XM6 headphones. While we're glad to hear you appreciate the audio quality, we understand that comfort is equally important, and your feedback is taken very seriously.
To help improve your experience, please ensure the headphones are worn correctly, as proper positioning can significantly enhance comfort and reduce heat buildup. You can find detailed guidance on how to wear the unit for optimal comfort here: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/contents/TP1001861255.html
Rest assured, we will forward your comments to our dedicated Sony team for thorough review as we continuously strive to enhance our products. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
Best regards,
-Fred
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Uncomfortable
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They sound great but they're insanely uncomfortable. After about an hour the oressure on my ears becomes unbearable. I don't know who they designed these for, but clearly they didn't have human adult heads in mind. People say they loosen up over time but I've been using them daily for months and they still put way too much pressure on my ears. Way overpriced for such a lack of ergonomics.
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Posted .Hello SeanF,
Thanks for reaching out to us about your WH-1000XM6 headphones. We're genuinely sorry to hear that you're finding them insanely uncomfortable even after months of daily use. That's definitely not the experience we want you to have.
We recommend you take a moment to review the official Sony Help Guide on how to properly wear the headset. Sometimes a very slight, specific adjustment can completely relieve pressure points.
Please check out this link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/contents/TP1001861255.html
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share such detailed feedback about the comfort and ergonomics of the headphones. Receiving specific input like this is incredibly valuable to us.
Thanks for considering Sony products. We apologize for your experience.
Sincerely,
Estefany
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A son's birthday gift
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My son loves loves loves these headphones. They are the best.
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Posted .Hello AngelaB,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're elated to hear that your son loves the WH1000XM6 headphones so much. It’s wonderful to know they have made such a positive impact and are being enjoyed to the fullest. We appreciate you sharing this joy with us and hope they continue to deliver exceptional sound and comfort for him.
Best regards,
-Fred
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love it! I love how I can customize my experience through the sound connect app and how seamless the experience is with them.
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Posted .Hi User338952,
Thank you for the amazing review! It brings us great joy to hear that you're loving the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones. It's great to know that you're taking full advantage of the Sony | Headphones Connect app to customize your sound. We designed these headphones to provide a seamless and personalized experience, whether you're using the Adaptive Sound Control to automatically adjust to your surroundings or enjoying high-resolution audio thanks to LDAC support and our industry-leading noise cancellation.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Dominick
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The best headphone money can buy
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I used to have bose QC Ultra and airpods max this is the best without any doubt
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I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Loved them! For me, I could not use it for long hours.
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Posted .Hi Cardzfam,
It brings us great satisfaction to hear that you are enjoying your new WH-1000XM6 headphones. We put a lot of passion into the noise cancellation and sound quality of this model, and knowing that it delivers a premium experience for you is exactly what we strive for.
Thank you for making Sony part of your daily listening.
Regards,
Dominick
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great quality
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They are the best headphones I’ve ever owned. Great clarity
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Posted .Hi Wyatt,
Thanks so much for taking the time to share your feedback about your new WH-1000XM6 headphones!
We are immensely pleased to hear that you think they are the best you've ever owned and that you're noticing the great clarity.
Thank you for selecting Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are the best headphones ive ever owned! Worth it!
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Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, DevinH!
We are absolutely thrilled to hear that the WH-1000XM6 are the best headphones you've ever owned. It’s rewarding to know they were worth the investment for you!
Thank you for being part of the Sony family.
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sensational
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.One of the best headphones in the market right now.
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Posted .Hi Carlos,
We could not be more pleased to hear that you consider the WH-1000XM6 to be one of the best on the market! We are glad that the new foldable design and our latest noise-canceling technology are providing the premium experience you deserve.
Thank you for making Sony part of your daily listening.
Regards,
Dominick
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Multiple hardware failures, on a premium product.
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these headphones for less than a year ago after having the previous generation for years. Since then I've experienced nothing but continual hardware issues. The a faux leather pads immediately stained just from normal body oil and I have had to replace then with 3rd party pads since. Since then the telescoping band had a mechanical failure and now the left side doesn't stay in place. I called Sony support and was informed that the warranty doesn't cover hardware issues only issues with the speaker battery software etc. I am a mechanical product designer and understand how and why this failed and the engineering decisions that were made should not have been made. I would highly recommend against purchasing these headphones especially if you have a larger head. if you continually extend the stems fully you will dislodge the backstop and the stem will fail. It's really sad to see from a company that has made so many good products with incredible hardware engineering, release a product that has so many reliability oversights in the name of design. This is the last pair of Sonny headphones that I'm going to buy, and I would advise others to do the same. The fact that these failures made it through product approval, and that Sony's business practices don't cover hardware failures under warranty is mind boggling to me.
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Posted .Hi Levi,
We are incredibly sorry to hear about the mechanical failures you've experienced with your WH-1000XM6 headphones, especially given your history with our previous generations. As a product designer, your detailed feedback regarding the structural integrity of the telescoping band and the wear on the ear pads is highly valuable, and we are passing these insights directly along to our engineering and quality assurance teams.
We also want to apologize for any frustration regarding our standard warranty policy, which targets defects in materials and manufacturing workmanship under ordinary use but generally excludes physical or structural damage.
Thanks for considering Sony products.
Best regards,
Eliab
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Sound
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Wonderful earphones. Great upgrade from WH-1000Xm3
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Posted .Thank you for the review, chunkees!
Welcome to the latest generation! The WH-1000XM3 was a classic, but we are so glad you’re enjoying the upgrade to the XM6. You’ll definitely notice the jump in noise-canceling precision and the improved voice pickup for calls. It’s a huge step forward and we’re thrilled it’s living up to the legacy for you!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team



















