The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 offers exceptional audio quality with aptX Lossless support and strong noise cancellation, making them a top choice for audiophiles. However, their large physical size can be uncomfortable for those with smaller ears, and the microphone quality falls short of expectations for a premium device. Despite the high price point, they remain a solid contender for users prioritizing sound fidelity over call clarity.
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Sound Quality and Noise Cancellation
The Momentum True Wireless 4 builds on Sennheiser's reputation for fidelity, carrying over the brand's 7mm TrueResponse dynamic driver. Reviewers consistently single out its detailed, well-balanced presentation, with enough resolution to satisfy listeners who care about texture and instrument separation rather than just thumping bass. On Android, the new Qualcomm S5 Sound Gen 2 platform unlocks Snapdragon Sound and aptX Lossless, allowing CD-quality streaming where the source supports it, which sets these apart from the AAC-only AirPods Pro 2.
Active noise cancellation is genuinely effective and handles commuting rumble and office chatter well, but it is not class-leading. Direct comparisons place it a step behind the Bose QuietComfort Ultra, which smothers a wider band of frequencies, with testers noting that more upper-frequency noise leaks through the Sennheisers in busy environments like a crowded pub. For most buyers that gap is academic; for someone chasing the absolute quietest commute, it is worth weighing.
Features, Battery, and Codecs
Battery life is a standout. Sennheiser rates the buds around seven to seven-and-a-half hours with ANC engaged, and the case extends total runtime to roughly 30 hours, comfortably ahead of the six-hour-per-bud figure many premium rivals quote. A quick eight-minute top-up returns about an hour of listening, which covers a forgotten morning charge.
The feature set is broad and forward-looking. Alongside aptX Lossless, the buds support Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast, positioning them for the next wave of shared and low-latency audio. Customizable capacitive touch controls and a capable companion app with full EQ round out the package. The notable weak point is the microphone: multiple reviews describe call quality as merely adequate and below what the price suggests, so frequent callers should temper expectations.
Comfort, Fit, and Value
Comfort is generally praised for longer sessions, helped by a light 5.8g per-bud weight and a range of included tips and fins for a secure seal. The caveat is physical size: the housings are relatively large, and listeners with smaller ears report a less settled fit, which can also undercut the ANC seal. Trying them before committing, or being diligent about tip selection, pays off here. IP54 dust and splash resistance makes them durable enough for workouts and light rain.
At a street price around $200, with a higher original MSRP, the Momentum True Wireless 4 lands as a strong value for the audio-first buyer. You are paying for genuine high-resolution wireless playback, excellent stamina, and a deep feature set rather than the ecosystem polish of Apple or the silence of Bose. If sound fidelity and battery matter more to you than best-in-class ANC or pristine call quality, these earn their place near the top of the shortlist.
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
- +Offers IP54 water and dust resistance suitable for workouts and rain
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
Who this is for
At a glance: Best for audiophile — aptX Lossless plus LE Audio support.
Why you’d buy the Sennheiser Momentum TW4
- 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.
Why you’d skip it
- 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.
Rating sources
Our 4.6 score is the average of these published ratings. More about methodology.
