Sennheiser
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless
Headphones
$379List price
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Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless vs Bose QuietComfort Headphones
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Bose
Bose QuietComfort Headphones
Headphones
$349List price
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Your starting point
Buy the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless.
- Leads 3 of 5 rankable overall specs; Bose QuietComfort Headphones takes 2.
- Battery life: 60 hours vs 24 hours on a single charge
How we reached this
We compare the published specifications relevant to your priority. Each rankable specification counts once; your selected requirements can rule a product out. This is a guide to the numbers, not a laboratory performance score.
Charging time: 2 hours full charge vs 2.5 hours full charge
Bose QuietComfort Headphones is $30 cheaper. Pay the difference only if battery life matters to you.
The trade-off to know
Check first: the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless does not fold. Tick them under deal-breakers if that rules it out.
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The differences, in detail.
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| What you’re comparing | Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless | Bose QuietComfort Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| WeightDesign | 293 g (10.3 oz) | 240 g (8.5 oz) |
| FoldableDesign | No (swivels flat) | Yes (collapses and folds inward into compact case) |
| Carrying caseDesign | Fabric-covered structured hard zip case included | Hardshell zip travel case included |
| Active Noise CancellingAudio | Yes (Hybrid Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation) | Yes (Quiet Mode with adjustable noise cancellation levels) |
| Battery lifeConnectivity & Battery | 60 hours (ANC on via Bluetooth) | 24 hours on a single charge |
Showing 5 of 14 specifications. Missing values stay unlisted. About the sources
Both sides of the decision
What you gain. What you give up.
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless
Reasons to choose it
- Unrivaled 60-hour battery life with ANC engaged
- Audiophile-grade acoustic tuning with punchy dynamic bass
- Comprehensive aptX Adaptive high-resolution audio support
Worth considering
- ANC performance slightly behind Sony XM5 and Bose Ultra
- Less distinctive styling compared to retro Momentum 3
Bose QuietComfort Headphones
Reasons to choose it
- Foldable design collapses neatly into an ultra-compact travel case
- Legendary lightweight 240g comfort ideal for long flights
- Tactile physical buttons and reliable multi-point Bluetooth switching
Worth considering
- Lacks spatial audio head tracking found on QC Ultra
- No high-resolution LDAC or aptX codec support
Beyond the spec sheet
Living with your choice.
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Comfort, Clamp & Travel Fit Check
Ergonomic factors that affect daily comfort, glasses wearers, and luggage space.
Folding & Travel Packability
Sennheiser
Swivels flat only (large fabric travel case)
Bose
Folds flat & inward into small zippered case
Clamp Force & Glasses Comfort
Sennheiser
Medium-firm seal (~4.8 N, thick cushioned headband)
Bose
Signature light clamp (~3.9 N, zero crown pressure)
Weight & Crown Pressure
Sennheiser
293g (moderate weight, thick memory foam)
Bose
240g (lightest in premium ANC class)
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Published specs. Visible sources.
Clinchmark compares manufacturer specifications and other published information. We have not independently lab-tested these products. Editorial assessments and unknown values are identified in the specification details.
Catalog snapshot: September 1, 2026. Prices, availability, and provider terms can change.
Still weighing it up?
Which is cheaper, the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless or the Bose QuietComfort Headphones?
Bose QuietComfort Headphones costs $30 less at list price.
What is the biggest catch with the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless or Bose QuietComfort Headphones?
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless has this deal-breaker: does not fold. Takes a bigger slot in a carry-on.
Which is better for flights & commutes, the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless or the Bose QuietComfort Headphones?
For flights & commutes, buy the Bose QuietComfort Headphones. Leads 2 of 3 rankable flights & commutes specs; Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless takes 1. Weight: 240 g vs 293 g
What cannot be compared from spec sheets?
Of the 14 specs tracked here, 9 are descriptive and cannot be ranked on numbers alone. Spec sheets also cannot measure subjective factors like build quality, real-world performance, or comfort.