Jabra Evolve2 85
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
What Buyers Say
Jabra Evolve2 85
The Jabra Evolve2 85 receives generally positive praise for comfort, sound quality, and noise cancellation, with users finding it ideal for long work hours and travel. However, some users report significant issues with ambient noise pickup during calls and reliability concerns, including a loose mic boom and static noise after a few years. The product is considered a solid upgrade from older models, but durability and microphone performance in noisy environments are notable drawbacks.
Pros
- Excellent comfort for long wear
- Good sound quality
- Great noise cancellation
- Effective microphone for calls
- Sturdy and compact carrying case
Cons
- Picks up ambient noise on calls
- Mic boom becomes loose over time
- Static noise on earbud after years
- Only 2-year warranty
- High price point ($500 MSRP)
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
| Jabra Evolve2 85 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.29 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | Synthetic leather |
| Headband | Ergonomic Cushioned Headband | Fabric |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 42 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 6 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 60 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 106 dB★ |
| Max SPL | — | 106 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | AAC | 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 | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | HFP, AVRCP, A2DP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 30 m★ | 9.100000381469727 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 37 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 0.25 hrs★ | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15-minute charge giving you up to 8 hours of use | 5 Minutes for 4 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 700 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 10★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Pattern | — | Omnidirectional |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Android & iOS | Smart Control Plus |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Jabra Evolve2 85
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong battery (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average social proof (26th percentile)
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
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 offers 2.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 45 specs.
