Wireless Earbuds / Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4
Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4
aptX Lossless and the best value in the premium tier — but a successor is weeks away.
Wins overall by 0.2 points
Quick Verdict
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 wins by 0.2 points, which is not enough to settle it. The best noise cancelling in any earbud — at the cost of battery life. Pick on the specs that matter to you, not the overall score.
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) and Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 are both closely matched wireless Earbuds models, and they're priced almost identically ($299 vs $299.95). On Battery, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads (8.5 vs 6.0/10) — playtime in the buds and total runtime with the case. On Noise Cancelling, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) leads (9.8 vs 8.0/10) — how much ambient noise is actually removed. On Value, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads (8.5 vs 7.0/10) — features and performance relative to price. Overall, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores 8.1/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 7.9/10 for the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen), though the gap is close enough that your specific use case should decide it. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299.00 | $299.95 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Battery (ANC on) (hrs) | 6 | 7✓ |
| Battery with Case (hrs) | 24 | 30✓ |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Bose adjustable ANC with CustomTune ear-canal calibration; Quiet, Aware and Immersion modes | Hybrid adaptive ANC with Transparency and six-microphone beamforming |
| Driver Size (mm) | Not published by the manufacturer | 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | Yes | Yes |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IP54 |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Weight per Bud (g) | 7.26 | 6.2✓ |
| Codecs | Bose lists Bluetooth profiles only; aptX Adaptive was on the first generation but is unconfirmed here | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless and LC3 |
| Spatial Audio | Yes — Bose Immersive Audio with Still and Motion head-tracked modes, plus a new Cinema Mode | Not listed by Sennheiser for this model |
| App EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | Black, White Smoke, Midnight Violet | Black, White, Graphite |
Category Scores
Sound Quality
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads clearly here, 9.0 against 8.5 — a 0.5-point margin on tuning, detail and codec support. If that is what you are buying for, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Noise Cancelling
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) leads clearly here, 9.8 against 8.0 — a 1.8-point margin on how much ambient noise is actually removed. If that is what you are buying for, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Battery
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads clearly here, 8.5 against 6.0 — a 2.5-point margin on playtime in the buds and total runtime with the case. If that is what you are buying for, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Comfort & Fit
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.5 — a 1.0-point margin on weight, fit options and how they feel over long sessions. If that is what you are buying for, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Call Quality
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.5 — a 1.0-point margin on microphone performance and background noise rejection. If that is what you are buying for, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Features
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads clearly here, 8.5 against 8.0 — a 0.5-point margin on app depth, spatial audio, multipoint and extras. If that is what you are buying for, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Durability
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads clearly here, 7.5 against 6.5 — a 1.0-point margin on IP rating, build materials and case robustness. If that is what you are buying for, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.0 — a 1.5-point margin on features and performance relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) if…
- • Noise Cancelling matters most to you — the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) scores 9.8/10 here (how much ambient noise is actually removed).
- • Comfort & Fit matters most to you — the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) scores 8.5/10 here (weight, fit options and how they feel over long sessions).
- • Call Quality matters most to you — the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) scores 8.5/10 here (microphone performance and background noise rejection).
Choose the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 if…
- • Battery matters most to you — the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores 8.5/10 here (playtime in the buds and total runtime with the case).
- • Value matters most to you — the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores 8.5/10 here (features and performance relative to price).
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Pros
- +Best noise cancelling available in an earbud, comfortably ahead of Apple and Sony
- +CustomTune ear-canal calibration meaningfully improves both ANC and sound
- +Nine fit combinations means almost anyone can get a seal
- +Wireless charging finally built into the case rather than a separate cover
Cons
- −Worst battery in the premium tier — 6 hours, dropping to just 4 with Immersive Audio on
- −Only IPX4, with no dust protection at $299
- −Heaviest buds here at over 7g each
- −Bose publishes neither driver size nor codec support
Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4
Pros
- +aptX Lossless and the broadest codec support here — the audiophile pick
- +7 hours in the buds and 30 total, comfortably ahead of Bose or Samsung
- +Excellent, natural tuning with a 5Hz to 21kHz response
- +Street price has fallen far below list, making it the best value in the premium tier
Cons
- −A successor, the MOMENTUM True Wireless 5, was announced for early September 2026 — if you can wait two weeks, do
- −7mm drivers are the smallest here
- −2024 hardware
- −ANC is good but a clear step behind Bose
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FAQs
Is the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) or Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Battery, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) or the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4?+
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores higher on Battery (8.5/10 vs 6.0/10) — playtime in the buds and total runtime with the case.
Which is better for Noise Cancelling, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) or the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4?+
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) scores higher on Noise Cancelling (9.8/10 vs 8.0/10) — how much ambient noise is actually removed.
Which is better for Value, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) or the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4?+
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores higher on Value (8.5/10 vs 7.0/10) — features and performance relative to price.
Which is better for Comfort & Fit, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) or the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4?+
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) scores higher on Comfort & Fit (8.5/10 vs 7.5/10) — weight, fit options and how they feel over long sessions.
Is the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) worth the price difference over the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4?+
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) is the cheaper option at $299 versus $299.95. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Battery.
What's the warranty on the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) vs the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4?+
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) ships with a 12-month warranty; the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 ships with a 12-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
Cheaper Option
Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro — $249.99
Premium Option
Sony WF-1000XM6 — $329.99
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