Wireless Earbuds / Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 vs Nothing Ear (3)
Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 vs Nothing Ear (3)
Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4
aptX Lossless and the best value in the premium tier — but a successor is weeks away.
Wins overall by 0.1 points
Quick Verdict
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 wins by 0.1 points, which is not enough to settle it. Its metal case doubles as an external microphone — genuinely novel. Pick on the specs that matter to you, not the overall score.
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 and Nothing Ear (3) are both closely matched wireless Earbuds models, and the Nothing Ear (3) is $121 cheaper than the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 ($179 vs $299.95). On Battery, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads (8.5 vs 6.5/10) — playtime in the buds and total runtime with the case. On Sound Quality, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads (9.0 vs 8.0/10) — tuning, detail and codec support. On Call Quality, the Nothing Ear (3) leads (8.5 vs 7.5/10) — microphone performance and background noise rejection. Overall, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores 8.1/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 8.0/10 for the Nothing Ear (3), 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 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 | Nothing Ear (3) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299.95 | $179.00 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Battery (ANC on) (hrs) | 7✓ | 5.5 |
| Battery with Case (hrs) | 30✓ | 22 |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Hybrid adaptive ANC with Transparency and six-microphone beamforming | Hybrid ANC up to 45dB with Low, Mid and High modes |
| Driver Size (mm) | 7 | 12 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | Yes | Yes |
| Water Resistance | IP54 | IP54 buds and case |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Weight per Bud (g) | 6.2 | 5.2✓ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless and LC3 | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Spatial Audio | Not listed by Sennheiser for this model | Not published by the manufacturer |
| App EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | Black, White, Graphite | Black, White |
Category Scores
Sound Quality
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads clearly here, 9.0 against 8.0 — a 1.0-point margin on tuning, detail and codec support. If that is what you are buying for, the Nothing Ear (3) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Noise Cancelling
The Nothing Ear (3) is marginally ahead, 8.2 to 8.0. A gap this small rarely decides a purchase on its own, though it counts if how much ambient noise is actually removed is your priority.
Battery
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads clearly here, 8.5 against 6.5 — a 2.0-point margin on playtime in the buds and total runtime with the case. If that is what you are buying for, the Nothing Ear (3) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Comfort & Fit
The Nothing Ear (3) leads clearly here, 8.0 against 7.5 — a 0.5-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 Nothing Ear (3) 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 Nothing Ear (3) leads clearly here, 9.0 against 8.5 — a 0.5-point margin on app depth, spatial audio, multipoint and extras. If that is what you are buying for, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Durability
The Nothing Ear (3) leads clearly here, 8.0 against 7.5 — a 0.5-point margin on IP rating, build materials and case robustness. If that is what you are buying for, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.5 — a 1.0-point margin on features and performance relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the Nothing Ear (3) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
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).
- • Sound Quality matters most to you — the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores 9.0/10 here (tuning, detail and codec support).
- • Value matters most to you — the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores 8.5/10 here (features and performance relative to price).
Choose the Nothing Ear (3) if…
- • Call Quality matters most to you — the Nothing Ear (3) scores 8.5/10 here (microphone performance and background noise rejection).
- • Comfort & Fit matters most to you — the Nothing Ear (3) scores 8.0/10 here (weight, fit options and how they feel over long sessions).
- • You want to spend less — it's $121 cheaper.
Pros & Cons
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
Nothing Ear (3)
Pros
- +The Super Mic case is genuinely novel and works well for calls in noisy places
- +Premium aluminium case rather than plastic
- +Strong ANC for the price
- +Full parametric EQ and LDAC
Cons
- −Only 5.5 hours with ANC on, the shortest per-charge figure here
- −Bass-heavy tuning with somewhat harsh treble
- −The Super Mic is a meaningful premium over the Ear (3a) for a feature many will rarely use
Shop by Need
FAQs
Is the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 or Nothing Ear (3) 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 Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 or the Nothing Ear (3)?+
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores higher on Battery (8.5/10 vs 6.5/10) — playtime in the buds and total runtime with the case.
Which is better for Sound Quality, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 or the Nothing Ear (3)?+
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores higher on Sound Quality (9.0/10 vs 8.0/10) — tuning, detail and codec support.
Which is better for Call Quality, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 or the Nothing Ear (3)?+
The Nothing Ear (3) scores higher on Call Quality (8.5/10 vs 7.5/10) — microphone performance and background noise rejection.
Which is better for Value, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 or the Nothing Ear (3)?+
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores higher on Value (8.5/10 vs 7.5/10) — features and performance relative to price.
Is the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 worth the price difference over the Nothing Ear (3)?+
The Nothing Ear (3) is the cheaper option at $179 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 Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 vs the Nothing Ear (3)?+
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 ships with a 12-month warranty; the Nothing Ear (3) 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
Nothing Ear (3a) — $99.00
Premium Option
Sony WF-1000XM6 — $329.99
Specifications and prices for both products last verified . Scores are calculated from published specifications — see how we compare products.