# Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4: What 11 Experts Say > DataDesign surveys published reviews and manufacturer data. We do not test products ourselves. > Updated 2026-10-04. Source: https://datadesign.one/wireless-earbuds/sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4/ **Consensus score: 85/100** (high confidence, from 7 rated reviews) **Bottom line.** The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 suits listeners who put sound first: TechGearLab says it is its favorite for audiophile-minded music lovers [@techgearlab-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and What Hi-Fi? praises rich, detailed and dynamic sound [@whathifi-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. The main weakness is calls and noise cancelling: SoundGuys found microphone quality well below the tier [@soundguys-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and TechRadar says the noise cancelling isn't anything special [@techradar-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. ## Who is the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 for, and who should skip it? The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 launched in March 2024 at $299.95, according to TechRadar's price box [@techradar-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. It is a music-first earbud. TechGearLab says that if you love music and consider yourself an audiophile, it is their favorite, and it named the earbuds a Top Pick for sound [@techgearlab-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Tom's Guide lists balanced audiophile sound and strong sound personalization among its pros [@tomsguide-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and Trusted Reviews lists a feature-laden, customisable app [@trustedreviews-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Several groups should think twice. Anyone whose day is mostly phone calls and online meetings falls in the first group: TechGearLab says it would look elsewhere for reliable call quality [@techgearlab-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and SoundGuys found microphone quality well below the tier, with wind noise handled very poorly [@soundguys-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. iPhone owners should read the connectivity notes below. TechGearLab had connectivity issues with iOS devices and suggests the Apple AirPods Pro 3 for iPhone users [@techgearlab-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Buyers who want a small case are also poorly served. Tom's Guide calls the design bulky compared with price rivals [@tomsguide-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], GSMArena calls the case chunky [@gsmarena-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and HiFi Oasis lists a bulky charging case as a con [@hifioasis-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Finally, the model has a successor. RTINGS mentions the Momentum True Wireless 5 as the replacement [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. ## What do reviewers praise about the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4? **Sound.** This is the strongest point of agreement. Engadget and TechRadar both list excellent sound quality as a pro [@engadget-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4][@techradar-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. What Hi-Fi? calls the sound rich, detailed and dynamic, with a refined presentation that is easy to listen to [@whathifi-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Trusted Reviews lists a rich, clear and detailed performance [@trustedreviews-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and Digital Trends lists great sound quality [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. TechGearLab's verdict is that the earbuds have "good-enough noise-cancellation and call quality, but they sound incredible" [@techgearlab-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. SoundGuys' listening-panel scores were 4.9 for timbre and 4.8 overall, on a scale from 1.0 to 5.0 [@soundguys-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. RTINGS rates audio accuracy as good and notes frequency-response consistency it calls excellent [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Fit and comfort.** What Hi-Fi?, Trusted Reviews and HiFi Oasis each list a comfortable fit [@whathifi-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4][@trustedreviews-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4][@hifioasis-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and Digital Trends goes further with excellent comfort and fit [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. RTINGS singles out a very stable fit [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. TechGearLab's testers found them comfortable for about seven hours [@techgearlab-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Battery life.** Sennheiser rates the earbuds at 7.5 hours with ANC off [@sennheiser-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4-specs]. SoundGuys measured 7 hours 45 minutes, slightly above the claim [@soundguys-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and TechGearLab measured 7.5 hours [@techgearlab-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. TechRadar, Engadget and RTINGS all list battery life as a strength [@techradar-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4][@engadget-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4][@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Features and controls.** Digital Trends credits Bluetooth multipoint and says it works out of the box, where the previous model only gained it through a firmware update [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. RTINGS adds a five-band equalizer in the app, touchpad controls that are easy to reach, and IP54 protection against dust and water [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. What Hi-Fi? calls the controls responsive [@whathifi-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. HiFi Oasis says the sound and control personalization is well implemented [@hifioasis-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Noise cancelling, for some.** SoundGuys measured an average 83% cut in external noise, with passive isolation reaching almost 50 dB in some frequency ranges [@soundguys-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Digital Trends lists much improved noise cancellation [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], Trusted Reviews calls it impressive [@trustedreviews-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and RTINGS says the adaptive ANC does an excellent job [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. That verdict is contested in the disagreements section below. ## What are the common criticisms? **Calls and microphone.** This is the most common complaint, but not a unanimous one. What Hi-Fi?, TechRadar and Trusted Reviews all say call quality could be better [@whathifi-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4][@techradar-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4][@trustedreviews-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], although TechRadar's body text calls the call quality good [@techradar-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. HiFi Oasis says microphone performance could be better [@hifioasis-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], GSMArena calls the microphone surprisingly poor [@gsmarena-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and RTINGS says the mic does not filter noise exceptionally well [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Others are kinder. Digital Trends found calls a meaningful improvement over the previous model, much better at separating the voice from background sound [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Engadget calls overall quality good but not pristine in a quiet spot [@engadget-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and HiFi Oasis, which rates the mic as average, says the person on the other end had no complaints [@hifioasis-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Digital Trends adds a different gripe: the earbuds offer no side-tone, which it finds tiring on calls [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Noise cancelling versus rivals.** What Hi-Fi? says the ANC can be bettered [@whathifi-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and HiFi Oasis lists ANC that is not as good as competitors as a con, while its text calls the noise cancelling respectable and only slightly behind top-tier rivals [@hifioasis-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Digital Trends also reports a slight but noticeable hiss in ANC mode, which disappears once music plays [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Size and design.** Engadget lists no design refresh as a con [@engadget-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], on top of the bulky case complaints above. **Features still missing.** Engadget and TechRadar both list the lack of spatial audio as a con [@engadget-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4][@techradar-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Tom's Guide notes that Auracast and LE Audio support was not available immediately and that there is no LDAC [@tomsguide-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. GSMArena says the app requires an account [@gsmarena-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and SoundGuys says the same of Sound Personalization [@soundguys-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Battery with ANC on.** The measured figures drop once noise cancelling runs. HiFi Oasis got about 6.5 hours with ANC on, against 7 hours 40 minutes with it off [@hifioasis-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and Sennheiser itself lists 7.0 hours with ANC on [@sennheiser-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4-specs]. GSMArena measured 6 hours 47 minutes on aptX Adaptive at 48 kHz, which it called pretty close to Sennheiser's 7-hour AAC claim with ANC on, and it rates the battery life as very good [@gsmarena-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Tom's Guide says battery life trails the Sony earbuds' [@tomsguide-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Price.** Engadget lists $50 more than the previous model as a con [@engadget-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and Tom's Guide also puts the price $50 above the Momentum True Wireless 3's $249 [@tomsguide-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. ## Where do reviewers disagree? **How good the noise cancelling is.** The sources land on both sides. RTINGS calls the adaptive ANC excellent and roughly on par with the Sony WF-1000XM5 [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. GSMArena calls it very good [@gsmarena-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], Digital Trends lists it as much improved [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and Tom's Guide calls it effective while saying it is not as strong as the Bose QuietComfort Ultra's [@tomsguide-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. On the other side, TechRadar says the noise cancelling isn't anything special [@techradar-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], Trusted Reviews lists not the best ANC as a con even though it also lists impressive noise cancellation as a pro [@trustedreviews-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and HiFi Oasis finds it respectable and effective but slightly behind the Sony WF-1000XM5, Bose QuietComfort Ultra and Apple AirPods Pro 2 [@hifioasis-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. None of these accounts settles the question. **Comfort.** The fit draws mostly favorable notes, with two exceptions. RTINGS says the earbuds can cause discomfort over long sessions for some people [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and GSMArena calls the comfort poor [@gsmarena-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. What Hi-Fi?, Trusted Reviews, HiFi Oasis and Digital Trends all call the fit comfortable or excellent [@whathifi-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4][@trustedreviews-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4][@hifioasis-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4][@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. The Bose comparison also splits: RTINGS calls the Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds more comfortable than the Sennheiser [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], while TechGearLab says the second-generation Bose earbuds are not as comfortable [@techgearlab-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. RTINGS and TechGearLab name different Bose generations, and neither source explains the gap [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4][@techgearlab-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Wireless reliability.** Trusted Reviews lists excellent wireless performance as a pro [@trustedreviews-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Digital Trends, testing with an iPhone, found a shorter range than rivals and one dropout of about 40 seconds, and suspects it may be a firmware issue [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. TechGearLab reports connectivity problems on iOS devices [@techgearlab-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Digital Trends says its testing covered only about three days [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **What the sound is like.** Praise for the sound is widespread, but the descriptions of its character differ, and GSMArena is the most reserved. Tom's Guide and HiFi Oasis use "balanced" [@tomsguide-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4][@hifioasis-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. RTINGS describes a warm signature, with bass about 3 dB up and treble about 4 dB down [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and Engadget calls it warm and inviting, with punchy but controlled bass [@engadget-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. What Hi-Fi? notes some listeners might prefer a more neutral sound [@whathifi-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. GSMArena hears a warm, dark, laid-back tuning with a lackluster mid-range that carries pop, hip-hop and electronic music well but feels congested and heavy on classical or instrumental tracks, though it expects most people to be happy with it [@gsmarena-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Digital Trends finds it less immersive than the Sony WF-1000XM5 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds, whose soundstages it calls wider, but says that is less a criticism than it sounds [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Whether the price is justified.** Engadget counts the $50 increase over the previous model as a con [@engadget-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. TechRadar acknowledges the same increase over the $249 launch price but says the features and sound justify it [@techradar-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Auracast and LE Audio.** RTINGS lists Auracast support as a pro [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Engadget says the Bluetooth 5.4 hardware is ready, but the features were not yet available at its review, with an update planned for spring [@engadget-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Tom's Guide also notes support isn't available immediately [@tomsguide-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. TechRadar presents readiness as future-proofing [@techradar-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Sennheiser says Auracast arrives through a firmware update [@sennheiser-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4-specs]. The sources do not say when each reviewer last checked. **High-resolution codecs.** Tom's Guide calls its aptX Lossless support class-leading [@tomsguide-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and HiFi Oasis lists excellent aptX codec support [@hifioasis-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Digital Trends lists limited phone support for aptX Lossless as a con and says it cannot tell whether Lossless beats aptX Adaptive [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. GSMArena notes aptX Adaptive ran at 48 kHz rather than 96 kHz on its phone [@gsmarena-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. ## What are the alternatives to the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4? **Sony WF-1000XM5.** SoundGuys lists it as an alternative [@soundguys-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. RTINGS calls the Sennheiser's ANC roughly on par with it [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], Tom's Guide says the Sennheiser's battery life trails it [@tomsguide-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and Digital Trends finds the Sennheiser less immersive [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds.** Tom's Guide says the Sennheiser's ANC is not as strong as the Bose's [@tomsguide-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. RTINGS says the Bose is more comfortable and cuts more low-pitched noise [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. TechGearLab names the second-generation model as an alternative with remarkable sound and better call quality, though less comfortable [@techgearlab-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Apple AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods Pro 3.** SoundGuys names the AirPods Pro 2 as the pick for iPhone owners [@soundguys-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. TechGearLab recommends the AirPods Pro 3 for iPhone users, saying they paired better with iOS devices and offered better noise cancelling and call quality [@techgearlab-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Sony WF-1000XM6.** TechGearLab lists it as an option for similarly impressive sound and some of the best noise cancelling, at a higher price, with comfort and fit that are not for everyone [@techgearlab-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Technics EAH-AZ100.** RTINGS says it is better overall than the Sennheiser [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Other options.** SoundGuys also lists the JLab Epic Lab Edition and Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 as alternatives [@soundguys-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Momentum True Wireless 3.** The predecessor launched at $249, per Tom's Guide [@tomsguide-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and Engadget notes the newer model has no design refresh [@engadget-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Digital Trends says multipoint reached the older model only through a firmware update [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. ## Questions **How long does the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 battery last?** Sennheiser lists 7.5 hours with noise cancelling off and 7.0 hours with it on [@sennheiser-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4-specs]. SoundGuys measured 7 hours 45 minutes [@soundguys-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and HiFi Oasis measured 7 hours 40 minutes with ANC off and about 6.5 hours with it on [@hifioasis-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. GSMArena got 6 hours 47 minutes while using aptX Adaptive, which it called pretty close to Sennheiser's 7-hour AAC figure with ANC on [@gsmarena-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Is the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 noise cancelling as good as Sony or Bose?** Reviewers who compare it to Bose put it behind. Tom's Guide says the ANC is not as strong as the Bose QuietComfort Ultra's [@tomsguide-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and RTINGS says the Bose cuts more low-pitched noise [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. RTINGS puts the Sennheiser roughly on par with the Sony WF-1000XM5 [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Is the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 good for phone calls?** Reviewers are mixed, though several flag calls as a weak point. What Hi-Fi? and Trusted Reviews both say call quality could be better [@whathifi-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4][@trustedreviews-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and GSMArena calls the microphone surprisingly poor [@gsmarena-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Digital Trends, by contrast, found calls a meaningful improvement over the previous model, though it notes there is no side-tone, so you cannot hear your own voice on calls [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Does the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 work well with an iPhone?** Sound is not the issue: Engadget says AAC streaming on iPhone also sounds good [@engadget-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Connection stability is less settled. TechGearLab reports connectivity problems on iOS [@techgearlab-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], and Digital Trends saw a shorter wireless range and one dropout of about 40 seconds with an iPhone [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Is the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 sweatproof?** Sennheiser lists IP54 for the earbuds, not the case [@sennheiser-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4-specs]. SoundGuys confirms the IP54 rating [@soundguys-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], while TechGearLab's table lists IPX4 [@techgearlab-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. **Do you need a phone with aptX Lossless to get the best sound from the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4?** No. Tom's Guide counts aptX Lossless support as a strength [@tomsguide-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4], but Digital Trends lists limited phone support for it as a con [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. Engadget says the earbuds also sound good over AAC on an iPhone [@engadget-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4]. ## Sources - [@techgearlab-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4] Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 Review — techgearlab: https://www.techgearlab.com/reviews/audio/wireless-earbuds/sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4 - [@whathifi-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4] Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 review: Premium wireless earbuds take the fight to Apple and Sony — whathifi: https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4-review - [@soundguys-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4] Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 review - SoundGuys — soundguys, 2024-03-14: https://www.soundguys.com/sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4-review-111429/ - [@techradar-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4] Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 review: sound reigns supreme for these excellent wireless earbuds — techradar: https://www.techradar.com/audio/headphones/earbuds-airpods/sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4-review - [@tomsguide-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4] Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 review: Incredible sound to rival Sony's best-ever buds — tomsguide: https://www.tomsguide.com/audio/earbuds/sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4 - [@trustedreviews-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4] Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 review — trustedreviews: https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4 - [@gsmarena-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4] Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 review — gsmarena, 2024-05-26: https://m.gsmarena.com/sennheiser_momentum_true_wireless_4_review-amp-63006.php - [@hifioasis-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4] Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 Review - HiFi Oasis — hifioasis: https://www.hifioasis.com/reviews/sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4-review/ - [@rtings-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4] Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 Review - RTINGS.com — rtings: https://www.rtings.com/headphones/reviews/sennheiser/momentum-true-wireless-4 - [@engadget-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4] Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 review: Stellar sound, forward-looking features - Engadget — engadget: https://www.engadget.com/sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4-review-stellar-sound-forward-looking-features-153004419.html - [@digitaltrends-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4] Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 review: Sennheiser's best wireless earbuds yet - Digital Trends — digitaltrends: https://www.digitaltrends.com/home-theater/sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4-review/ - [@sennheiser-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-4-specs] MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 - Sennheiser Hearing — sennheiser: https://global.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-true-wireless-4 Licence: prose © DataDesign; the structured data at https://datadesign.one/data/ is CC BY 4.0.