Philips H8506
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
What Buyers Say
Philips H8506
Overall, users are very satisfied with these headphones, praising the excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and long battery life. Many find them comfortable for extended wear, though a few note they can feel heavy or tight on the head. The value for the price is consistently highlighted as a major plus.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit for most
- Great value for the price
Cons
- Can feel heavy after long use
- Tight fit for some users
- Build quality concerns over time
- Hinge could be thicker/stronger
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
Scores
Specifications
| Philips H8506 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.81 kg | 0.29 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | — | Synthetic leather |
| Headband | — | Fabric |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 42 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 6 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 60 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 106 dB★ |
| Max SPL | — | 106 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | PHILIPS H8506 Over-Ear Wireless Headphones with Noise Canceling Pro (ANC) and Multipoint Bluetooth Connection, 60 Hours Playtime, (TAH8506BK/00),Black | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC |
| 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 | advanced | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | HFP, AVRCP, A2DP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs | 60 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15-minute charge gives you an extra 8 hours | 5 Minutes for 4 Hours |
| 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 | voice assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | PHILIPS headphones | Smart Control Plus |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Philips H8506
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong anc (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average comfort (6th percentile)6th %ile
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
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 45 specs.
