Head-to-head · Best Wireless Earbuds

Sennheiser Momentum TW4 vs Technics EAH-AZ100

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 (4.6 vs 4.3). The gap is mostly about Best audiophile — aptX Lossless plus LE Audio support — read the strengths below before deciding.

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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Ranked #5 in Best Wireless Earbuds

Technics EAH-AZ100

4.3

5 sources$250as of Aug 1

Noise cancellation is where the Technics EAH-AZ100 shines, backed by LDAC support and a passthrough mode you can customize. Buyers should weigh the high price, the bulky design, and a sound profile some listeners find unusual. Even with those drawbacks, it stays a strong option for anyone who wants a distinct alternative to the mainstream picks.

Strengths

— Top-notch active noise cancellation that effectively blocks airplane engine noise
— Supports LDAC codec for high-resolution audio streaming
— Includes a highly effective passthrough mode for commuting

Watch-outs

— Sound signature described by reviewers as 'odd' or unconventional
— High price point of $299.99 may deter some buyers
— Earbuds and case are notably large and chunky compared to competitors

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Specs side-by-side

Spec	Sennheiser Momentum TW4	Technics EAH-AZ100
Driver	7mm dynamic	4.5mm Dynamic
Weight	5.8g per earbud	17g per earbud
ANC	Adaptive ANC	Yes
Codec	aptX Lossless, AAC, SBC	SBC, AAC, LDAC
Water Resistance	IPX4	IPX4
Battery Life	7 hours (ANC on)	7.5 hours
Water	IP54	IPX4
Quick Charge	8 min = 1 hour	15 min = 90 min
Wireless Charging	Qi	Qi
Dimensions	—	0.83 x 1.02 x 0.98 in

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