Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Bose QuietComfort 884367-1100
What Buyers Say
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
The Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless headphones are widely praised for their exceptional sound quality, long battery life, and comfort. Many users highlight the balanced, detailed audio that reveals new details in familiar tracks, though some note the ANC is good but not class-leading. Common criticisms include overly sensitive touch controls, occasional Bluetooth connectivity quirks, and a design that feels less premium than competitors. Overall, these are considered a top choice for audiophiles and daily users who prioritize sound over absolute noise cancellation.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Long battery life (60 hours)
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Balanced and detailed audio
- Good noise cancellation
Cons
- Overly sensitive touch controls
- Occasional Bluetooth connectivity issues
- ANC not class-leading
- Design feels less premium
- Ear cushions can be small
Bose QuietComfort 884367-1100
The Bose QuietComfort headphones are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional noise cancellation, comfort, and sound quality. Users love the immersive audio, deep bass, and long battery life, often describing the noise cancellation as creating a personal peace bubble. Some minor criticisms include occasional connection issues, limited app features, and that the volume could be higher for some, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Exceptional noise cancellation
- Superb comfort and lightweight design
- Crystal clear sound with deep bass
- Long battery life (over 20 hours)
- Seamless connectivity with Apple/Android
Cons
- Occasional connectivity drops
- Volume not loud enough for some
- App lacks equalizer feature
- Audio leaks at high volume
- Limited awareness modes (only Aware and Quiet)
Scores
Specifications
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | Bose QuietComfort 884367-1100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg | 0.24 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Synthetic leather | Protein Leather |
| Headband | Fabric | Metal, Plastic |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 42 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 6 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 470 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 106 dB★ | — |
| Max SPL | 106 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC | Bose QuietComfort Headphones - Wireless Bluetooth Headphones, Active Over Ear Noise Cancelling and Mic, USB-C Charging, Deep Bass, Up to 24 Hours of Playtime, Sandstone |
| 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 | | Bose QuietComfort Headphones - Wireless Bluetooth Headphones, Active Over Ear Noise Cancelling and Mic, USB-C Charging, Deep Bass, Up to 24 Hours of Playtime, Sandstone | Bose QuietComfort Headphones |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Adaptive | Active Noise Cancelling |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | 5.1 |
| Profiles | HFP, AVRCP, A2DP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 2.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 0.30000001192092896 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 9.100000381469727 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 2.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 4 Hours | 15-minute boost gives your Bluetooth headphones up to 2.5 hours of play time |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 700 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Mic Pattern | Omnidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Smart Control Plus | Bose 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 build (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Bose QuietComfort 884367-1100
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong anc (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 45 specs.