Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Black
Score: 89/100
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Black
Score: 86/100Rankings
The Momentum 4 Wireless delivers audiophile-grade sound and an unmatched 60-hour battery life, backed by hybrid adaptive ANC and fast charging. Its main trade-offs are less effective low-frequency noise cancellation and occasional fit-related instability. Ideal for travelers and audio professionals who value long runtime and sound customization.
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) builds on its predecessor with up to 45 hours of battery and ~87% noise reduction. However, inconsistent sound balance and no water-resistance keep it from being a universal upgrade. Best suited for frequent travelers and long-duration listeners.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
60 hoursbest | — | |
— | 45 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 292 gbest | 480 g |
| ↓ lower better | 5 minutesbest | 15 minutes |
42 mmbest | — | |
470 Ωbest | — | |
— | 9 mbest | |
4best | 1 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (ANC On) (hours) | 60 hours | 30-37 hours |
Quick Charge Time (minutes) | 5 minutes | 15 minutes |
Audio(2) | ||
Noise Cancellation Type | Hybrid Adaptive | Active |
Microphone Count | 4 | 1 |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 292 g | 480 g |
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Professional reviewers, notably RTINGS.com, commend the MOMENTUM 4 for its audiophile-grade sound accuracy, robust hybrid ANC that excels at mid-to-high-frequency noise, and an impressive 60-hour battery life with fast-charge capability. They also praise the premium build, comfort, and extensive EQ customization, while noting weaker low-frequency ANC and occasional stability issues.
Everyday users commend the headphones for clear, immersive sound after EQ, long battery endurance, and effective ANC for commuting. Common praise centers on the app's presets and solid build, while recurring complaints involve a tight fit for larger ears, unreliable touch controls, weak microphone performance, and occasional ANC hiss.
“ANC "best in the business" at 87% reduction”
Professional reviewers commend the QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen for its industry-leading ANC (about 87% noise reduction), marathon-length battery life, and plush, lightweight comfort. They also highlight the addition of Bluetooth 5.4 multipoint and Immersive Audio spatial modes as valuable upgrades. However, critics note that sound consistency varies with ear anatomy, the wired mic is missing, and the generational leap over the 1st-gen model is modest, which may limit the perceived upgrade value.
Everyday users echo the experts on the strengths: the ANC is praised as a travel essential, the comfort allows all-day wear, and the long battery with quick-charge is a daily convenience. Recurring complaints focus on inconsistent bass/mid balance across different ear shapes, the non-functional wired microphone, and the absence of water-resistance, with some reporting listening fatigue from a still bass-heavy profile.
