Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 509181
What Buyers Say
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) receive praise for their excellent sound quality and noise cancellation, with many users calling them the best earbuds they've owned. However, a significant number of reviewers report issues with fit, especially for larger ears, and the touch controls are often described as overly sensitive, leading to accidental commands. Battery life and charging inconsistencies, along with occasional connectivity problems, also detract from the overall experience. While many are satisfied, the mixed feedback on comfort and functionality suggests these earbuds may not suit everyone.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Great noise cancellation
- Comfortable for long wear
- Good battery life
- Seamless multi-device pairing
Cons
- Fit issues for larger ears
- Touch controls overly sensitive
- Battery drain when idle
- Connectivity drops
- Charging case flimsy
Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 509181
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Scores
Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 509181 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless stereo earphones |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.08 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 7 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 7★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 21 kHz★ |
| Sensitivity | — | 107 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | aptX Adaptive | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX adaptive |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Hybrid Adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 6 hrs | 7 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 20 Minutes for 2 Hours | 10 min charging 1 hrs music playtime |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 18 hrs | 28 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Capacity | — | 77 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Bose app | Sennheiser Smart Control |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (12th percentile)12th %ile
Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 509181
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 509181 offers 3.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 83 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 39 specs.