Overview
- Amazon has cut the WH-1000XM4’s price to $198 on August 8, reflecting a 43% reduction from its original $400 MSRP.
- The sale price sits about $130 below the WH-1000XM5 and roughly $230 under the WH-1000XM6, positioning the XM4 as a standout value pick.
- First released in 2020, the WH-1000XM4 still offers 30 hours of battery life, Bluetooth 5.0 and class-leading noise cancellation.
- Reviewers and users highlight the XM4’s collapsible design and customizable EQ as enduring strengths that newer models only marginally improve.
- Accolades such as PCMag’s Best of the Year and Editor’s Choice awards affirm the XM4’s lasting appeal in 2025.