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2026-01-05T19:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Headband too large, sound good, NC only OK

My main issue with these headphones is the adjustability. I don't have a particularly small head but even at the smallest possible headband size, the ear muffs are slightly too low. The padding at the top is also a little uncomfortable. Maybe these were designed for a man's head (I'm female). Sound quality is great when listening to music. However, whilst the noise cancelling is OK, I found it better with my previous BOSE headphones. Unfortunately due to the store policy I cannot return these for a different model or make so I'm stick with them. The useability of the features is good although a little tricky to work out at the beginning.

SarahC

2026-01-05T19:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Why would you do this.

I got these headphones for Christmas, and I'm extremely disappointed. The sound quality is good. The Battery life is great. The noise cancelling is superb. However, my biggest gripe is also it's biggest weakness. The touch controls. What the hell is that? My 70 dollar Raycons which I bought 3 years ago, have dedicated buttons for volume control and song skipping. I'm in a situation where I cannot access my phone for volume control, so I have to rely on the headphones to adjust the volume quickly. To go from max volume to the lowest with this stupid touch sensor takes about 10 entire seconds. Not only that, but I can't sleep with these due to the sensor. Putting it against anything makes it freakout and start doing random stuff. These are pretty good sounding headphones, but I would never try to use them in public due to how much this touch panel is either unresponsive, slow, or just generally clunky.

Zamenia

2026-01-03T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic headphones

Wonderful! Great that they have the adapter so they can be used on airplanes

Craftyjay

2026-01-03T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

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These are by far may favorite headphones to the point I ordered a backup pair.

Bavant

2026-01-03T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Excellent Product

ANC Functionalities are good and multiple device pairing is working great. Battery duration is long and I can use this headset for long periods of time Only issues are the headset says that it has successfully paired with my phone but there is a delay before I can use it and I often mistaken the power button from the auxiliary button vice versa.

JAF P.

2026-01-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Just me and my thoughts...

I've used headphones for years but never have I had some as effective as the Sony Noise Cancelling ones - its as if I'm the only person around for miles - love them!

HeavenlyB

2026-01-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic set of headphones

Fantastic set of headphones. Good fit and very good noise cancelling feature. Very good sound features. Worth the extra money.

Gibson 3.

2026-01-01T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Good product

Good for first-timers. I already used this for more than a month now, and I would say it's good.

Reddd

2025-12-31T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great features and audio quality.

Brilliant quality, perfect fitting and a very good christmas present.

rosie007

2025-12-31T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sony WH-1000XM4 Still Rated High

The Sony WH-1000XM4 are highly recommended wireless noise-cancelling headphones that offer an excellent balance of comfort, top-tier sound, and superb noise cancellation. They are considered a great value option today, even if they lack sweat resistance and have only passable microphone quality. Key Strengths: Industry-leading noise cancellation: Blocks out a wide range of ambient sounds effectively. Excellent sound quality: Detailed, dynamic audio that supports high-resolution formats like LDAC. Supreme comfort: Lightweight and ergonomic design ideal for long listening sessions. Smart features: Includes helpful additions like multi-device pairing and auto-pause when you speak.

Kri5h

2025-12-31T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great features

Bought last week excellent features Looking forward to future use

Mjt66

2025-12-29T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

ANC

Not a good listening headphone for traveling. ANC can't handle closing/opening bus door sound. It will create the loud cloak sound when ever the door closes or opens which is very very disturbing.

Mr_X_4096

2025-12-29T19:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Poor

There is an abnormal sound from my headphones. When I walk, I feel something shaking inside them. I even only used it for a month and charged it once

Ian787

2025-12-29T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I am impressed

I am really impressed with Sony Xm4's crispiness and quality. I bought it from Argos , thank you very much

Hano J.

2025-12-27T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great headphones

Excellent product and I'm extremely impressed by the sound quality

Pius M.

2025-12-27T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing features!

It is an amazing experience to use these headphones - the best out of all I bought.

Aneeta

2025-12-26T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Incredible

Amazing for bus ride and aeroplane trips, great noise cancellation

Anonymous0998654362

2025-12-26T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Sound

An excellent pair of headphones. Sound is colored minimally. Balanced frequencies and not exaggerated or overtuned. Enjoying it!

PT58

2025-12-25T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing Experience

Very good device. I like the Music Quality and noise cancellation is perfect.

solecoder

2025-12-24T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great feature !

Sony headphones are absolutely fantastic. The sound quality is clear, rich, and well balanced, with deep bass and crisp highs. They are very comfortable to wear, even for long periods, and the build quality feels solid and premium. The noise cancellation works extremely well, making them perfect for travel or everyday use. Battery life is impressive, and the controls are easy to use. Definitely worth the price - I highly recommend them.

Olaj

2025-12-24T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great features

I bought this not too long ago and got it for Christmas I find it very good

Leyton

2025-12-23T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sony will never let you down

I bought it last month as so far I loving the sound quality.

darkcanopy

2025-12-21T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Still worth the buy in 2025!

Exceeded my expectations! Been eyeing this Headphones since 2020 and its been a charm to use it daily

S S.

2025-12-21T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best bang for your buck

If you are comparing across xm line, this are the best bang for your buck. Noise cancelling that fulfill my needs. Foldable and easily portable.

nsx888

2025-12-21T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great sound and ANC

Great product even though it was released years ago

Sony a.

2025-12-20T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent product.

Bought this a month or so ago, excellent product very comfortable for long periods. No more ear ache from the pressure my old earphones gave me if wearing for long periods like on long haul flights. The noise cancelling works perfectly and all the functions easily accessible from the side of the ear piece.

Wilts1

2025-12-20T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Brilliant headphones

Have wanted to buy these for a long time and I have not been disappointed after finally getting my hands on them , excellent sound quality, very light weight and the active noise cancelling is very very good. Headphones of the highest quality and look very good. Also loving the touch controls for volume and next/back song. Reasonably priced as well.

ANGAMi

2025-12-19T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Better than XM5

I downgraded from WH1000XM5 because of the hinge reliability issues and portability. Im surprised i like the XM4 sounded better musically! However ANC of XM5 is still superior.

JoggerNatz

2025-12-18T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great headphones

Good headphones with great sound quality ,good fit unless if someone goes for a run or gym .

Akash E.

2025-12-17T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Pure Joy in Every Beat

The Sony XM4 headphones are a dream to wear. Those comfy earmuffs make long listening sessions feel effortless. I love how easily they fold up and slide into my bag for travel. The battery life keeps me going for days without needing a charge, and the controls are intuitive and smooth. While the companion app could use a design refresh, the overall experience still feels premium and satisfying. These headphones make every moment sound brighter!

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Sony WH-1000XM4 Specifications

Battery

Battery

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  • Battery Charge Method

    USB

  • Battery Charge Time

    Approx. 3 Hours (Full charge)

  • Battery Life

    Continuous Music Playback Time with Internal Memory: Max. 30 hours (NC ON), Max. 38 hours (NC OFF)
    Waiting Time: Max. 30 hours (NC ON), Max. 200 hours (NC OFF)

Bluetooth

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  • Bluetooth Version

    Version 5.0

  • Effective Range

    Line of sight approx. 30' (10m)

  • Frequency Range

    2.4 GHz band (2.4000 - 2.4835 GHz)

  • Profile

    A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP

  • Supported Audio Formats

    SBC, AAC, LDAC

  • Supported Content Protection

    SCMS-T

General

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  • Color

    Silver

  • Weight

    8.96 oz (254g)

Headphone

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  • Cord Length

    Headphone cable (approx. 3.94 ft, OFC strands, gold-plated stereo mini plug)

  • Cord Type

    Single-sided (detachable)

  • Diaphragm

    Aluminum coated LCP

  • Driver Unit

    1.57 ", dome type (CCAW Voice coil)

  • DSEE Extreme

    Yes

  • Frequency Response

    Active Operation: 4 Hz-40,000 Hz
    Bluetooth Communication: 20 Hz-20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz Sampling)/20 Hz-40,000 Hz (LDAC 96 kHz Sampling, 990 kbps)

  • Headphone Type

    Closed, dynamic

  • Magnet

    Neodymium

  • NFC

    Yes

  • Passive Operation

    Yes

  • Plug

    Gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug

  • Sensitivities (DB/MW)

    105 dB / mW (1 kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned on), 101 dB / mW (1 kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned off)

  • Wearing Style

    Circumaural

Noise Canceling

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  • Ambient Sound Mode

    Yes

  • Atmospheric Pressure Optimizing

    Yes

  • Noise Canceling On/Off Switch

    Yes

  • Personal NC Optimizer

    Yes

  • Quick Attention

    Yes

Portable Headphone Amplifier

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  • Volume Control

    Touch Sensor

Processor/Transmitter

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  • Inputs

    Stereo Mini Jack

  • UPC Codes

    192223156821, 027242919419, 840056100435, 4719850594343

About Sony WH-1000XM4

FEATURED REVIEWS

Great sound!

By Leogal

Bought this because it came highly recommended by my son

Excellent audio & ANC - perfect for remote working

By ryan

I upgraded from the Sony headphones XM2 to this version XM4. The active noise cancellation and audio quality is noticeably improved. I will be using them everyday for remote working for video calls and to help reduce background noise. The build quality is fantastic with a lighter weight design. I'm looking forward to using the multiple Bluetooth connections feature and appreciate the headphone settings cloud backups.

Sony's intelligent industry-leading noise canceling headphones with premium sound elevate your listening experience with the ability to personalize and control everything you hear. Get up to 30 hours of battery life with quick charging capabilities, enjoy an enhanced Smart Listening feature set, and carry conversations hands-free with speak-to-chat.

Sony WH-1000XM4 Features

  • Industry-leading noise cancelation
  • The technology behind the noise cancelation
  • Optimizing noise canceling
  • Ambient Sound Control
  • Sound you can believe in
  • Wireless freedom, premium sound
  • Real-time restoration of all your compressed files
  • Adaptive Sound Control automatically adjusts to your location and behavior
  • For everyday convenience, just Speak-to-Chat
  • Headphones that react to you
  • Wear all day in total comfort
  • Quick Attention
  • All day power and quick charging
  • Clearer hands-free calling
  • Be smarter with Voice Assistant
  • Control at your fingertips
  • Multipoint connection
  • Sony | Headphones Connect app
  • Swivel foldable structure
  • Carry case with cable

Key Features

  • Adaptive Sound Control automatically adjusts to your location and behavior
  • Ambient Sound Control
  • Industry-leading noise cancelation
  • Optimizing noise canceling
  • Real-time restoration of all your compressed files
  • Sound you can believe in

What's in the box:

  • Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones
  • USB Type-C Cable (20cm)
  • Audio Cable (Color Variation / 1.2m)
  • Carrying Case (Color Variation)
  • In-flight Adapter
  • Bundle With:
  • Powerbank