Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva
What Buyers Say
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT
Reviewers overwhelmingly praise the Sennheiser Momentum 4 for its superb sound quality, excellent battery life (up to 60 hours), and comfortable fit. While many find the noise cancellation effective, some note it falls short of top competitors like AirPods Pro 2. Common drawbacks include finicky Bluetooth connectivity, a non-folding design, and an occasionally buggy companion app.
Pros
- Superb sound quality
- Excellent battery life (60 hours)
- Comfortable for long wear
- Good active noise cancellation
- Responsive touch controls
Cons
- Inconsistent Bluetooth connectivity
- Non-folding design
- Buggy companion app
- Noise cancellation not best in class
- Clamping force slightly strong
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva
The Kiwi Ears Altruva open-back headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, comfort, and value. Users praise the clear, V-shaped sound profile with good bass and soundstage, often comparing it favorably to more expensive brands. However, a few verified reviews note design issues like earcups falling off, shallow cable jacks, and a resonant metal headband, which prevent a perfect score for some.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Great value for money
- Comfortable velour ear pads
- Clear V-shaped sound profile
- Good bass response
Cons
- Earcups fall off easily
- Shallow cable jacks
- Resonant metal headband
- High bass for shooters
- Tight clamp force
Scores
Specifications
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT | Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.45 kg★ | — |
| Ear Cushion | Synthetic leather | Leather |
| Headband | Fabric | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 42 mm | 50 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 6 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 60 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 106 dB★ | 98 dB |
| Max SPL | 106 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive | Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva Over Ear Headphone, Hi-Fi 50mm Dynamic Driver Monitoring Headphones, Wired Gaming Headset, Open-Back Stereo Headphones for Studio Engineer Audiophile Gaming (BlackGrey) |
| 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, White | | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | 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★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes charging provides up to 4 hours of playback. | — |
| Charging | 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 | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Sennheiser Smart Control App | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average comfort (13th percentile)13th %ile
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT
No current pricing available
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 44 specs.
