Head-to-head · Best Wireless Earbuds

Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs Sennheiser Momentum TW4

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

Apple AirPods Pro 2 and Sennheiser Momentum TW4 score essentially the same (4.5 vs 4.5). Pick the one whose trade-offs match your priorities — the strengths and watch-outs below are where they actually differ.

Ranked #1 in Best Wireless Earbuds

Apple AirPods Pro 2

4.5

5 sources$263.86as of Aug 1

Sound quality and active noise cancellation both take a major step up in the Apple AirPods Pro 2, which is what makes them the top-tier choice for iPhone users. The USB-C case and improved durability are welcome additions, but there is no native EQ customization, and the Apple-exclusive features leave less on the table for Android users. The stem design can shift during intense activity. None of that stops them from being a highly effective, intuitive wireless earbud.

Strengths

— Significantly improved active noise cancellation powered by the H2 chip
— Case includes a built-in speaker and U1 chip for precise location tracking via Find My
— IP54 water and dust resistance rating for both the earbuds and the charging case

Watch-outs

— Many advanced features like Spatial Audio and Find My are restricted to Apple ecosystem users
— No native way to customize the equalizer (EQ) without using third-party applications
— The stemmed design can snag on masks, hair, or towels during workouts, causing earbuds to dislodge

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Ranked #2 in Best Wireless Earbuds

Sennheiser Momentum TW4

4.5

4 sources$299.95as of Sep 25

Audiophiles are the target for the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4, which pairs excellent audio quality with aptX Lossless support and strong noise cancellation. The buds are physically large, though, so smaller ears may find them uncomfortable, and microphone quality falls short of what a premium device should manage. Even at this price, they hold up for listeners who put sound fidelity ahead of call clarity.

Strengths

— Delivers high-end sound quality with support for aptX Lossless and LE Audio
— Features effective Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) performance
— Includes Auracast support and customizable capacitive touch controls

Watch-outs

— Microphone performance is sub-par for calls, per SoundGuys
— Buds are physically large and may not fit users with small ears comfortably
— Price is high at $299.95 compared to competitors

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How they stack up

Apple AirPods Pro 2

The Apple AirPods Pro 2 case charges wirelessly over Qi, which the case of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds does not support. The listed codec is AAC, where the Sony WF-1000XM6 adds LDAC and the Sennheiser Momentum TW4 adds aptX Lossless. Spatial Audio and Find My are restricted to Apple devices, and there is no native equalizer.

Sennheiser Momentum TW4

The Sennheiser Momentum TW4 supports aptX Lossless, where the Sony WF-1000XM6 lists LDAC and the Apple AirPods Pro 2 lists AAC. Its battery is rated at 7 hours with ANC on, against up to 8 hours for the Sony. Microphone performance for calls is a listed weakness, while the Sony's AI beamforming microphones are noted for clearer calls.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Apple AirPods Pro 2	Sennheiser Momentum TW4
Driver	Custom Apple	7mm dynamic
Weight	5.3g (per bud)	5.8g per earbud
ANC	Yes	Adaptive ANC
Codec	AAC	aptX Lossless, AAC, SBC
Water Resistance	IP54	IPX4
Battery Life	6h (30h w/ case)	7 hours (ANC on)
Dimensions	0.94 x 0.86 x 1.22 in	—
Water	IP57	IP54
Wireless Charging	Qi	Qi
Quick Charge	5 min = 1 hour	8 min = 1 hour

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