Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM6/S
- |
- SKU:
- 6620466
Customer reviews
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 934 reviews
(934 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 consistently note the excellent sound quality, comfortable fit, and long-lasting battery life of the WH-1000XM6 headphones. Many appreciate the portability, lightweight design, and connectivity features. Some customers have mentioned concerns about heat around the ears, volume levels, and ear cup size.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
LOVED IT
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing sound quality and noise cancelation, and talk-through
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Posted .Hello TYCEL,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It's wonderful to know that you're enjoying the WH-1000XM6 headphones! We're thrilled that you find the sound quality exceptional, and that both the noise cancellation and talk-through features are surpassing your expectations.
Best regards,
-Fred
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent noice cancelling. Great sound. Recommend these for anyone that travels.
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Posted .Hello MatthewS,
Thanks for sharing your review! We are thrilled to hear that your new WH-1000XM6 headphones are making a difference during your travels. We really appreciate the recommendation.
The WH-1000XM6 features our most advanced Auto NC Optimizer, which automatically adjusts the noise canceling based on your environment. It also includes ultra clear call quality thanks to redesigned microphones and a long lasting battery that keeps the music going for even the longest international flights.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent listening experience
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A definite improvement on the XM4. A great listening experience for all types of media.
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Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, BlueBear!
We are thrilled to hear that you’re enjoying the WH-1000XM6! The XM4 set a high bar, so hearing that you find these to be a definite improvement is a wonderful compliment. We’re so glad you’re getting a great listening experience across all your media—whether it’s music, movies, or podcasts, we design our headphones to bring out the best in every detail.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony xm6
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I like the new headphones. The cushion is a lot comfortable, and the new driver that these headphones have is noticeable. The noise canceling has improved a lot in comparison. I essentially like that we can fold them like we used to on the xm4.
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Posted .Hi Hika,
Thank you for your detailed 5-star review of the Sony - WH1000XM6. It's great to hear that you're noticing and enjoying the specific improvements we've made, from the more comfortable cushions and the new drivers to the improved noise canceling. We're especially happy to know that the return of the foldable design is a feature you value. Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect for work
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love how light it is. great for work and the commute
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Posted .Hi Jbchicago, thanks for the fantastic review on the Sony - WH1000XM6! We are thrilled to hear that their lightweight design makes them perfect for your work and daily commute. We appreciate you sharing your positive experience, and thanks for being part of the Sony family! Regards, -Dominick
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Forever Sony
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had xm4 and I bought this new model. Previous model was also perfect, this new model is the best until Sony makes new one.
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Posted .Hello YusufD,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn't be happier to hear that you’ve enjoyed both the WH1000XM4 and the new WH1000XM6 headphones. Your loyalty and kind words truly inspire us to keep pushing the boundaries of innovation and quality. Thank you for trusting us to enhance your listening experience with each new model.
Best regards,
-Fred
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best headphones of 2025
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones I own. And that is saying something. I have plenty of $300 plus headphones. This is the latest and greatest from SONY. And it is worth the price. The theater setting via the app you download onto your phone makes a world of difference.
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Posted .Hi Corey,
We are so glad to hear that you consider the WH-1000XM6 headphones the best you own. It's awesome to know that you're enjoying the theater setting and that you feel they are worth the price. We truly appreciate your high praise and are thrilled to have you as a customer!
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Great but not that great
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality is amazing as well as the noice cancellation. One issue I have seen with it are the ear cuffs get stained really easily and it is a hassle to wipe them every couple of uses.
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Posted .Hi Beto,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the Sony - WH1000XM6 headphones. We're delighted to hear that you're enjoying the sound quality and noise cancellation!
We also appreciate your feedback regarding the ear cushions. We understand how frustrating it can be to have to clean them so often, and your feedback is very valuable to us. Please know that we've noted your comments and will share them with our product team for consideration.
Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how your experience has been, and for considering Sony products!
Regards,
Dominick
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Successful Road Trip with Twin Toddlers
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I enioyed my 19 hour car drive with 3 year old twins. This was because the noise canceling technology in these headphones is amazing. The great functions like the button press for noise cancelation, and swipe gestures on the earcup allow for easy use as a parent.
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Posted .Hello Cdp4,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're thrilled to hear that our WH-1000XM6 headphones made your long car ride with your twins enjoyable. It's great to know that the noise-canceling feature and user-friendly functions helped make your journey smoother. Safe travels!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
100%
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Perfect. Dont regret these. Best noise canceling hsnds doen.
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Posted .Hi, Aduiohead,
Thanks for the review and the 5-stars rating! We are truly heartened to learn to hear how much you are loving your Sony headphones! Powered by our next-gen processor and intelligent algorithms, the WH-1000XM6 premium headphones deliver studio-quality sound and our most advanced noise cancellation for an immersive, distraction-free listening experience!
Thanks for choosing Sony, have an amazing day!
DiegoV
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Headphone's
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My daughter loves them. They work exactly the way there suppose to.
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Posted .Thank you for the review, ChrisJ!
We’re so glad to hear your daughter is loving her WH-1000XM6 headphones and that they are performing exactly as expected. It's great to know the noise cancellation and sound quality are hitting the mark for her.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Gus, Sony Social Media Team
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great headphones.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.One of the best headphones ive ever had. I had the XM4s and I thought their ANC were top tier until I upgraded to these.
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Posted .Hi TayA,
We are thrilled to hear that the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones are one of the best you've ever owned!
It’s incredibly rewarding to know that you've noticed the significant leap in performance, especially coming from the excellent XM4s. We put a lot of focus into improving the Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) to deliver a truly unparalleled listening experience, and your feedback confirms we achieved that goal.
Thank you for sharing your experience and for being a loyal Sony customer!
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Everything you need
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Perfect headphones for everyday use, outdoor and indoor use. Amazing sound quality and intuitive controls
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Posted .Hello Asad,
Thanks for these fantastic five stars!
We're absolutely thrilled to hear your new WH-1000XM6 headphones are proving to be the perfect companion for both your daily routines and your adventures, whether indoors or out.
It's wonderful to know that you're appreciating the amazing sound quality and appreciating the intuitive controls. Remember installing the Sony | Sound Connect app to enhance your experience!
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Sincerely,
Jenn.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Distortion over bluetooth
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So, these headphones do have phenomenal noise canceling, but i have experienced some distortion over bluetooth. Otherwise they sound great over a wired connection. I dont know if its android, equalizer settings, or just a software issue, but its really kept me from fully enjoying these headphones.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Chris,
Thanks for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear you're experiencing distortion with your new WH1000XM6 headphones. That's definitely not the listening experience we want you to have—especially since you've noted that they sound great with a wired connection.
Since you're hearing distortion specifically over Bluetooth, here are a few things to check that might help: In the Sony | Sound Connect app, go to Settings and look for a setting called Bluetooth Connection Quality. If it's set to "Prioritize Sound Quality (LDAC)," try switching it to Prioritize Stable Connection. You can reset the Headphones and Disable DSEE Extreme as well!
If the issue persists, feel free to reach out to our Sony Support team at https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones
We hope this helps get your issue resolved.
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 4 out of 5 stars
Great ANC. Pretty flat audio. Bulky.
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great ANC. Pretty flat audio. They are too bulky to comfortably Have them around your neck when not using them. I hear the hinges are weak, but I cannot speak to that as I didn't keep them long enough.
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Posted .Hi TrashMetalPanda,
We feel privileged to know you were impressed with the great Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) performance of the WH-1000XM6 headphones!
We hear your feedback regarding the sound profile and the bulkiness when worn around the neck. We want to assure you that you can easily customize the sound to your preference using the Sony Headphones Connect app. The app features a robust Equalizer (EQ) that allows you to boost bass, enhance treble, or select from various presets to create a listening profile that suits your taste.
We also appreciate your note on the design for future consideration. Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best noise canceling headphones
|Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones work great and very comfortable
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Posted .Hi Omar, thanks so much for the fantastic 5-star review! We're thrilled you're loving your new Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones. It's great to hear that their industry-leading noise cancellation, upgraded sound quality, and improved comfort are truly elevating your listening experience. We designed them for exactly that, and we hope you continue to enjoy countless hours of immersive, crystal-clear sound! We appreciate you choosing Sony. Best regards, -Dominick
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Almost perfect.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My only gripe, material shows and holds fingerprint and skin oils, looks funky the moment you handle them.
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Posted .Hi there,
It is great to hear that overall you are satisfied with your Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones!
We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback regarding the material and the visibility of fingerprints and oils. We continuously strive to improve our design and material choices, and we will certainly pass this specific note along to our product team for consideration in future models.
Thank you again for the 5-star rating and for choosing Sony.
Regards,
Dominick
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
worthy successor to XM5
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.when I needed to replace the XM5 I was able to upgrade & I'm glad I did. there are a bunch of minor QoL improvements (like the ability to use the headphones while charging) that I enjoy
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Posted .Hi NKNewton,
The WH-1000XM6 is a significant step up, and you're right—the ability to listen while charging over USB-C is a crucial quality-of-life feature that fixes a major annoyance from the XM5 model. Beyond that welcome fix, you'll benefit daily from the practical return of the fully foldable design, making them much easier to travel with, and a noticeably improved touch control experience for volume and playback. These minor but important refinements, alongside the superior ANC, really solidify the XM6 as a worthwhile upgrade.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent sound
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love Sony products. Had a 1000xm4 that I was using for about 3 years, with about 8 hours a day usage. Moisture got into one of the mics and decided to just buy these to try out as a replacement, and they've been superb.
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Posted .Hi Sgvjon,
Thank you for your exceptional 5-star rating and for sharing your upgrade story—it’s great to know that after years of daily use with your WH1000XM4, your new Sony headphones have proven to be a superb replacement. The WH1000XM6’s industry-leading noise cancelling technology and refined comfort make every listening session enjoyable, whether you're at work, home, or on the move.
Thank you for choosing Sony—may your day be as seamless and clear as your listening experience!
DiegoV.





















