Customer reviews for Sony WH1000XM4 Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear Wireless Bluetooth Headphones forMember photos
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Buy at own risk
These are 200 pounds and the battery broke within 2 months. Won’t charge anymore. Try to go to Sony support and it sends me to an AI chatbot - no other options. If you buy these they will break.
Hi RedCat152, Thanks for reaching out. We are very sorry to hear about the inconveniences you are having with your unit. This is certainly not the quality we aim for, and we sincerely apologize for your frustrating experience with our support system. We understand your frustration and want to provide you with some troubleshooting steps that have helped many users with charging issues: 1. Check Your Charging Cable and Adapter: Make sure you are using the USB-C cable that came with your headphones. Also, try using a different USB wall adapter or plugging the headphones into a different USB port, like on a computer. 2. Perform a Reset: While the headphones are on, simultaneously press and hold the power button and the NC/Ambient button for about 10 seconds. The indicator will flash, and the headphones will reset without losing any pairing information. This can sometimes resolve software glitches that prevent charging. In case the problem persists even after the troubleshooting steps, please make sure to reach to our technical support team at: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones. You will a chat link or the number for you to get a live support agent who will be more than glad to help you out. We appreciate the understanding. Thanks for considering Sony products. Best regards, DiegoV, Sony North America Customer Support.
Good sound poor craftsmanship
So my husband loves these headphones for the noise cancellation and the sound quality, unfortunately we’ve had issues with these lasting…. First pair we had to send in on warranty because the headband part came detached from the ear piece (which seems like a common issue after I started looking into it) now the replacement pair won’t charge after 14 months of use…. For this price I’d expect they last for YEARS
Hello Lisa1757, We're really sorry to hear about the ongoing issues you've experienced with your WH-1000XM4 headphones. It's fantastic that your husband loves the noise cancellation and sound quality – those are key features we pride ourselves on. However, it's completely understandable that you'd expect a much longer lifespan from headphones at this price point, and it's frustrating to have had two pairs develop problems. We sincerely apologize for the headband detaching on the first pair and the charging issue with the replacement after only 14 months. We recognize that these are significant durability concerns, and we appreciate you bringing them to our attention. Please reach out to our customer support team at https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones to assist you further! We appreciate you to give us the opportunity to change your experience! Sincerely, Jenn.
Excellent sound quality, poor construction
After 3 years, the microphone no longer works during calls and I frequently have to fix a high pitched ringing issue. I have followed all fix solutions provided by sony and nothing is a permanent fix. For the price point, the product is not worth it.
Hello Bdlayy, Thank you for considering Sony products. We sincerely apologize for the call issues and the high-pitched ringing you're encountering with your WH-1000XM4 headphones. We appreciate your patience as you collaborate with our Sony team to address this issue. This is certainly not the level of quality we strive for, and we are committed to addressing your concerns. To better assist you, please reach out to us via email at socialsupport@am.sony.com. We kindly ask that you include the following information in your message: - Name: - Sony Username: - Model Number: - Description of the Issue: - Telephone Number: Thank you for your patience, and we look forward to assisting you further. Best regards, -Fred
Will not play CD's with noise cancel function.
I do not use Bluetooth and I bought this to use with my portable CD player, HOWEVER... The unit must be turned OFF in order to play my CDs. Thus I can not use the NOISE Cancelling feature AT ALL. Is there some way around this problem, if not , i will likely return the unit to the store.
Hi unhappy59, thank you for reaching out and sharing your experience with our WH-1000XM4 headphones. We understand you're trying to use them with your portable CD player and have some questions about the noise-cancelling feature. In response to your inquiry, you absolutely can use the noise canceling feature while connected to your portable CD player with the headphone cable! The key is to ensure the unit is powered ON when you're using it with your portable CD player. When the headphones are turned on, even if you're connected with the cable and not using Bluetooth, the noise cancelling technology is active. If the headphones are turned OFF, they'll still pass audio through the cable, but you won't experience the active noise cancelling or the optimal sound quality the WH-1000XM4 is known for. For further information, kindly visit the following link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752740.html If you're still experiencing any issues after trying this, please don't hesitate to reach out to our technical support team at https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones Thank you for being a valued Sony customer. Best regards, Estefany
Horrible.
I’m sick of these. Don’t try to pair any new device ms because it takes about 10 years and multiple tries. Trying to skip a song, rewind, or pause. Don’t even try, it won’t work. That is unless your shoulder happens to brush it, then it does every single action. Do yourself a favor and buy bose.
Hello mm12345, thanks for bringing this out to our attention! We're genuinely sorry to hear about the frustrating experience you've had with your WH-1000XM5 headphones. What you've described with the pairing difficulties and unresponsive touch controls is certainly not the seamless experience we aim for with our products. Your feedback is truly valuable to us, and we appreciate you taking the time to share these concerns. We want to assure you that your headphones come with a one-year warranty, and we're here to help resolve these issues for you. We'd like to ask you to contact our support team directly. They can guide you through specific troubleshooting steps, such as a reset or a firmware update, which often resolve unexpected behavior with the headphones' connectivity and touch functions. If those steps don't help, they can also discuss warranty options with you. Here's the link: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones Thanks for giving us the opportunity to improve your experience with Sony! Sincerely, Jenn.
They break every 2 years
So these are the best headphones, I have ever owned. However, I have bought 2 pair and they have both snapped on the right ear cuff. They seem to do it right at the 2year mark. I tried calling to get it repaired, apparently the don’t make replacement parts. I still recommend these headphones, but if your an introvert who uses there headphones almost daily to avoid people 😂 you’ll be buying them every 2 years.
Hi Alivyah98, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with the WH-1000XM4 headphones. We’re thrilled to hear that you consider them the best you've ever owned. However, we sincerely apologize for the issues you've encountered with the ear cuff snapping on both pairs. We understand how frustrating it can be, especially for someone who relies on their headphones daily. Your insights are invaluable as we continuously work to improve our products and services. We appreciate your recommendation, even in light of these challenges! Thanks for considering Sony products and for your feedback. Sincerely, Estefany
Favorite pair of headphones!
I love these headphones! I wear them for working out and walking/jogging. I wanted a pair that went all the way over my ear to not bother my cartilage piercings, and these do the trick. They also fit comfortably if I wear my glasses with them. I had my first pair stolen, but did not hesitate to repurchase. The sound quality is amazing and I’ve never had technical issues. The worst thing about them is they are a little big and will sometimes slide around if I am doing an intense workout, but it doesn’t bother me to reposition them. I think they are worth the price. I’ve had my second pair for 3+ years now and have no damage to them. I can easily clean them with a Clorox wipe to disinfect (probably not recommended, but again I haven’t had issues). I recommend the black pair. My friend has the cream colored ones and the ear cushions have gotten much dirtier over the years.
Hello Charlie456! Thank you for the five-star rating of the WH-1000XM4! We're thrilled to hear that you can wear them comfortably, even with your glasses, without any discomfort. We're also truly sorry to learn that your first pair was stolen. We sincerely appreciate your decision to choose Sony once again, as it confirms you enjoyed the headset's sound quality and comfortable design. My best regards. -Jenn
Not Actually Noise Cancelling
I bought these off of a recommendation from a friend who had the XM3's. She said that they had the best noise cancellation around. But when I got these I was very disappointed - the noise cancelling is not functional in my unit. I can still hear people across the room talking at a normal volume. The sound quality is also incredibly disappointing. I get better balance and quality from my in-ear wired headphones from ten years ago. Even though these are now on sale because they are a later model, don't waste your money. You can get better headphones for less money and a longer battery life elsewhere. Will be returning and probably will not ever look to Sony again for my headphones needs.
Verified Purchase
Love it
Excellent headphones, great value for the price. Only con is they dont have any water resistance..
Verified Purchase
great sound quality. easy-to-use