Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Beats Studio Pro
What Buyers Say
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
Beats Studio Pro
The Beats Studio Pro headphones receive mixed to negative feedback from users. While many praise the sound quality and noise cancellation, a significant number report persistent issues with crackling or static in one ear, often requiring replacements. Comfort is a major concern, with several users finding the ear cups too tight and painful after short use. Build quality is also criticized as cheap and plasticky, leading some to recommend competitors like Bose or Sony.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Sleek and stylish design
- Good bass response
- Convenient volume control
Cons
- Crackling or static in one ear
- Uncomfortable tight ear cups
- Poor build quality (cheap plastic)
- Wind noise issues with ANC
- Short battery life
Scores
Specifications
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | Beats Studio Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg | 0.26 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Synthetic leather | UltraPlush engineered leather |
| Headband | Fabric | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 42 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 6 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 60 Ω | 1 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 106 dB★ | — |
| Max SPL | 106 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC | Beats Studio Pro Premium Wireless Over-Ear Headphones- Up to 40-Hour Battery Life, Active Noise Cancelling, Great for Travel & Commuting, USB-C Lossless Audio, Apple & Android Compatible - Deep Brown |
| 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 | | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | fully-adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| 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★ | 40 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 4 Hours | 10 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 | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Smart Control Plus | Android Only |
| 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 battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
Beats Studio Pro
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong sound (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (1st percentile)1st %ile
Pricing
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 45 specs.