Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 700074

Top-tier sound and ANC, with mic quality in the top 3% of all earbuds we've tested. The 7mm TrueResponse driver and aptX Adaptive deliver genuinely impressive audio. Just be aware that comfort ranks at a mediocre 30th percentile, so the fit might not work for everyone.

Sound is where these things shine, and the numbers back it up. The 7mm TrueResponse driver paired with aptX Adaptive puts the MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 in the top 5% of earbuds we've tracked. That 5Hz to 21kHz range means deep sub-bass and crisp highs without the muddiness you get from cheaper drivers. The built-in EQ and Bass Boost preset give you room to tweak things, and Sound Personalization is a nice touch if you want the earbuds to adapt to your hearing.

ANC is equally impressive at the 97th percentile. The adaptive noise cancellation actually adjusts to your environment instead of just blasting a static filter. Transparency Mode is there when you need to hear the world, and it works well enough for quick conversations. Call quality is a standout too. Six mics total, three per earbud, with noise-cancelling tech baked in. If you take a lot of calls on the go, these are some of the best wireless earbuds for voice pickup we've seen.

Against the Sony WF-1000XM6, the Sennheiser holds its own on sound and mic quality, but Sony typically wins on comfort and noise cancellation consistency. The Technics EAH-AZ100 is another strong rival with excellent sound, though the Sennheiser's mic performance at the 97th percentile gives it an edge for calls. Apple's AirPods Pro 3 will beat it on ecosystem integration and comfort, but the MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 offers aptX Adaptive for Android users who want higher-res audio. The Soundcore P31i and EarFun Air Pro 4+ undercut it on price significantly, but they can't match the Sennheiser's sound or ANC scores. If sound quality and call clarity are your priorities, the Sennheiser is the pick. If comfort matters more, look elsewhere.

Value is tricky here because the US pricing is all over the place. You'll find listings from $110 up to $280, and that $170 spread means the same earbuds can be a steal or a ripoff depending on where you click. At the low end, you're getting top-tier sound and ANC for budget money. At the high end, you're paying flagship prices for earbuds with a comfort score that lags behind most of the competition. If you're in the US, hunt for the lower-priced listing. Canadian buyers see a flat CAD 300, and Mexico has it at MXN 3,232. The performance justifies the lower US price easily, but the top end feels steep given the fit issues.

The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 nails the stuff that actually matters in a pair of earbuds. Our database puts the mic and ANC quality at the 97th percentile, and sound quality isn't far behind at the 95th. That's a top-tier combo for calls, commutes, and just getting lost in an album. You're getting a 7mm TrueResponse driver, aptX Adaptive support, and a frequency response that stretches from 5Hz up to 21kHz. On paper, this is an audiophile's daily driver.

But it's not all roses. Comfort lands at a mediocre 30th percentile, which is a real problem for something you're supposed to wear for hours. The battery is solid at 7 hours per charge and 28 hours with the case, but that comfort score suggests the fit might not work for everyone. And with prices swinging from $110 to $280 in the US, you'll want to shop around before pulling the trigger.

If comfort is your top priority, these probably aren't for you. The 30th percentile comfort score is a real weak spot, and the included silicone tips and fins don't seem to fix it for everyone. Fitness users should also look elsewhere. The fitness score of 58.2 is the lowest use case here, and while IPX4 splash resistance helps, the fit issues make them risky for workouts. If you need earbuds that disappear in your ears for hours at a time, the Sony WF-1000XM6 or Apple AirPods Pro 3 are safer bets.

The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 is a fantastic pair of earbuds for people who care about sound and calls above all else. The 95th percentile sound score and 97th percentile mic quality put it among the best wireless earbuds we've tracked. The ANC is equally strong, and aptX Adaptive support future-proofs it for higher-res streaming. The comfort score is the big caveat. At the 30th percentile, the fit just doesn't work for everyone, and that's a dealbreaker for long listening sessions. If you can find them at the lower end of that $110 to $280 US range, they're an easy recommendation. At full price, try before you buy.