Head-to-head · Best Wireless Earbuds

Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs Sennheiser Momentum TW4

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

Sennheiser Momentum TW4 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.5 vs 4.6). The gap is mostly about Best audiophile — aptX Lossless plus LE Audio support — read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #3 in Best Wireless Earbuds

Apple AirPods Pro 2

4.5

5 sources$263.86as of Aug 1

Sound quality and active noise cancellation both take a major step up in the Apple AirPods Pro 2, which is what makes them the top-tier choice for iPhone users. The USB-C case and improved durability are welcome additions, but there is no native EQ customization, and the Apple-exclusive features leave less on the table for Android users. The stem design can shift during intense activity. None of that stops them from being a highly effective, intuitive wireless earbud.

Strengths

— Significantly improved active noise cancellation powered by the H2 chip
— Clear, detailed, and powerful sound quality that rivals class leaders
— Case includes a built-in speaker and U1 chip for precise location tracking via Find My

Watch-outs

— Many advanced features like Spatial Audio and Find My are restricted to Apple ecosystem users
— No native way to customize the equalizer (EQ) without using third-party applications
— The stemmed design can snag on masks, hair, or towels during workouts, causing earbuds to dislodge

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Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Wireless Earbuds

Sennheiser Momentum TW4

4.6

4 sources$179.95as of Aug 1

Audiophiles are the target for the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4, which pairs excellent audio quality with aptX Lossless support and strong noise cancellation. The buds are physically large, though, so smaller ears may find them uncomfortable, and microphone quality falls short of what a premium device should manage. Even at this price, they hold up for listeners who put sound fidelity ahead of call clarity.

Strengths

— Delivers high-end sound quality with support for aptX Lossless and LE Audio
— Features effective Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) performance
— Includes Auracast support and customizable capacitive touch controls

Watch-outs

— Microphone performance is sub-par for calls
— Buds are physically large and may not fit users with small ears comfortably
— Price is high at $299.95 compared to competitors

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Specs side-by-side

Spec	Apple AirPods Pro 2	Sennheiser Momentum TW4
Driver	Custom Apple	7mm dynamic
Weight	5.3g (per bud)	5.8g per earbud
ANC	Yes	Adaptive ANC
Codec	AAC	aptX Lossless, AAC, SBC
Water Resistance	IP54	IPX4
Battery Life	6h (30h w/ case)	7 hours (ANC on)
Dimensions	0.94 x 0.86 x 1.22 in	—
Water	IP57	IP54
Wireless Charging	Qi	Qi
Quick Charge	5 min = 1 hour	8 min = 1 hour

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