Sennheiser Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 Review
Sennheiser's latest flagship earbuds have great sound but disappointing call quality. Our testing shows they struggle to justify their premium price against fierce competition from Sony and Technics.
The 30-Second Version
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 are good, not great. Sound is solid but call quality is poor. You're paying a premium for the brand and a handy Bluetooth adapter. Look at Sony or Technics for better overall performance.
Overview
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 are a solid pair of premium earbuds that promise great sound and future-proof tech. They pack in all the modern features you'd expect, from adaptive noise canceling to support for lossless audio codecs and Bluetooth 5.4.
But our data shows they're in a tough spot. Their scores are middle-of-the-pack across the board, landing in the 30s and 40s for percentiles in key areas like sound, ANC, and comfort. For a flagship product, that's a bit of a surprise.
Performance
Performance is decent but not class-leading. The sound quality is good, with that classic Sennheiser tuning, but it only scores in the 40th percentile against all wireless earbuds in our database. The adaptive ANC works fine for daily commutes, but it's not as powerful as what you get from Sony or Bose. The real weak spot is call quality, which scored a dismal 7.8 out of 100. If you take a lot of calls, that's a deal-breaker.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong mic (100th percentile) 100th
- Strong sound (99th percentile) 99th
- Strong battery (87th percentile) 87th
- Strong comfort (86th percentile) 86th
Cons
- Below average build (32th percentile) 32th
The Word on the Street
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | In-Ear |
| Wearing Style | Dual Ear True Wireless Earbud |
| Weight | 0.0 kg / 0.0 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Driver Size | 7 |
| Drivers | 1 |
| Freq Min | 100 |
| Freq Max | 10000 |
| Sensitivity | 107 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, LC3, SBC |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
Earbud Battery
| Battery Life | 7.5 |
| Charge Time | 1.5 |
| Fast Charging | 8min=1hrs |
| Charging | USB-C |
Case Battery
| Case Battery | 22.5 |
| Case Charging | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
| Capacity | 75 |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Mic Count | 6 |
| NC Mic | Yes |
| Mic Pattern | Cardioid (Unidirectional) |
Features
| Touch Controls | Yes |
| App | iOS, Android |
| Water Resistance | IP54 |
Value & Pricing
At a price range of $193 to $260, the value proposition gets fuzzy. You're paying flagship money for mid-tier performance scores. The included BTD 700 Bluetooth adapter is a nice bonus for PC gamers or anyone stuck with a laptop that has bad Bluetooth, but it doesn't make up for the underwhelming call quality and average ANC. You can get better overall performance for less money.
Price History
vs Competition
This is where it gets tricky. The Sony WF-1000XM5 absolutely smokes it in ANC performance and has better mics. The Technics EAH-AZ100 offers arguably more refined, reference-class sound. Even the more affordable Nothing Ear (a) gives you a fun, energetic alternative. The MOMENTUM 4's main unique selling points are the Sennheiser brand sound and that bundled Bluetooth dongle. If those aren't critical for you, the competition is stronger.
| Spec | Sennheiser Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 | Sony Sony WF-1000XM5 Noise-Canceling True Wireless | Technics Technics EAH-AZ80 Noise-Canceling True Wireless | Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra True Wireless | Apple Airpods Pro 3 Apple AirPods Pro with Wireless MagSafe Charging | Jabra Jabra Evolve2 Buds USB-A UC Earbuds with USB-A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear |
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Sony WF-1000XM5 Noise-Canceling True Wireless In-Ear Headphones (Black) | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Battery Life Hours | 7.5 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| Case Battery Hours | 22.5 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 24 | 25 |
| Water Resistance | IP54 | IPX4 | IPX4 | IPX4 | IP57 | IP57 |
| Multipoint | — | true | true | true | true | true |
Common Questions
Q: How good is the noise cancellation for calls?
Not great. Our data scores call performance at a very low 7.8 out of 100, and the mic system ranks in the 36th percentile. You'll want a different pair if clear calls are a priority.
Q: Do I need to use the app?
You don't need it for basic functions, but you'll want it. The app is where you unlock personalized sound tuning, adjust ANC levels, and update firmware for future features like Auracast.
Q: What's the deal with the included Bluetooth adapter?
It's a BTD 700 USB-C/A dongle that provides a more stable, low-latency connection to PCs or devices with poor built-in Bluetooth. It's a unique bonus for gamers or travelers.
Who Should Skip This
Skip these if you take a lot of voice or video calls. The mic performance is this set's Achilles' heel. Also, if top-tier noise canceling is your main goal, the Sony WF-1000XM5 is in another league. Budget shoppers should look at the Nothing Ear (a) for a much more affordable and fun alternative.
Verdict
Buy these only if you're a die-hard Sennheiser fan who values their specific sound profile above all else, or if you really need that included USB-C Bluetooth adapter for a non-Bluetooth device. For everyone else, there are better, more well-rounded options at this price point.