Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
JBL Junior 470NC
What Buyers Say
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
The Sennheiser Momentum 4 headphones are widely praised for their superb sound quality, exceptional battery life, and comfortable fit. Many users consider them a top-tier choice for audio, though some note that the noise cancellation is not the best in class and the companion app can be finicky. A few reviewers experienced connectivity issues or build quality problems, but the overall sentiment is strongly positive.
Pros
- Superb sound quality
- Exceptional battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Effective noise cancellation
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
- Mediocre noise cancellation
- Finicky companion app
- Connectivity issues
- Snug fit for some
- Aux cable degrades sound
JBL Junior 470NC
These headphones are well-liked for their comfort, lightweight design, and kid-friendly features like large buttons and volume limiting. The noise cancellation is widely criticized as ineffective, and many users wish a carrying case were included. Overall, they are a solid choice for children's audio needs, especially for travel.
Pros
- Comfortable fit for small heads
- Lightweight design
- Large easy-to-press buttons
- Volume limiting feature
- Good sound quality for kids
Cons
- Ineffective noise cancellation
- No carrying case included
- Overpriced for missing case
Scores
Specifications
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | JBL Junior 470NC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Synthetic leather | — |
| Headband | Fabric | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 42 mm★ | 32 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 6 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 60 Ω | 35 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 106 dB★ | 81 dB |
| Max SPL | 106 dB★ | 81 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC | JBL Junior 470NC - Wireless Over-Ear Noise Cancelling Kids Headphones with JBL Safe Sound (<85dB), Fit for Kids, Parental Control with Customizable Volume & Playtime and 50Hr Battery Life (White) |
| Surround | Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones - Bluetooth Headset for Crystal-Clear Calls with Adaptive Noise Cancellation, Over-Ear Headphones, 60h Battery Life, Folding Design, Black | | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Active Noise Cancelling |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | HFP, AVRCP, A2DP | HFP 1.8, AVRCP, A2DP 1.4 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 50 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 4 Hours | 5 Minutes for 3 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 700 mAh★ | 500 mAh |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Mic Pattern | Omnidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Smart Control Plus | JBL Headphones app |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
JBL Junior 470NC
- Strong comfort (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong connectivity (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
JBL Junior 470NC
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 45 specs.
