Sennheiser
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless
Headphones
$379List price
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Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
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Bose
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
Headphones
$299List price
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Your starting point
Buy the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless.
- Leads 2 of 3 rankable overall specs; Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds takes 1.
- Battery life: 60 hours vs 6 hours listening time on 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.
Warranty: 2 years vs 1 year manufacturer warranty
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds is $80 cheaper. Pay the difference only if battery life matters to you.
The trade-off to know
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The differences, in detail.
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| What you’re comparing | Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| TypeDesign | Over-ear, closed-back | In-ear true wireless earbuds with silicone stability bands |
| WeightDesign | 293 g (10.3 oz) | 15.4 g (0.54 oz) earbuds total (7.7 g each) / 60 g charging case |
| FoldableDesign | No (swivels flat) | No (charging case) |
| Active Noise CancellingAudio | Yes (Hybrid Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation) | Yes (World-class Active Noise Cancellation with CustomTune sound calibration) |
| Battery lifeConnectivity & Battery | 60 hours (ANC on via Bluetooth) | 6 hours listening time on single charge (4 hours with Immersive Audio) / up to 24 hours total with case |
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 Ultra Earbuds
Reasons to choose it
- Benchmark active noise cancellation that silences low and mid-frequency ambient noise
- CustomTune technology calibrates sound and ANC to your ear canal shape on every insertion
- Bose Immersive Audio provides spatialized audio regardless of source or platform
Worth considering
- Wireless charging case cover is sold as an optional accessory (USB-C wired standard)
- Battery life drops to 4 hours with Immersive Audio turned on (6 hours standard)
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
Standard folding earcups
Clamp Force & Glasses Comfort
Sennheiser
Medium-firm seal (~4.8 N, thick cushioned headband)
Bose
Standard headphone clamp
Weight & Crown Pressure
Sennheiser
293g (moderate weight, thick memory foam)
Bose
Standard headphone weight
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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 Ultra Earbuds?
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds costs $80 less at list price.
What is the biggest catch with the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless or Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds?
Both 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 Ultra Earbuds?
Tied on flights & commutes. Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds is cheaper. The 2 rankable flights & commutes specs split 1 to 1. Saves $80 at list price.
What cannot be compared from spec sheets?
Of the 14 specs tracked here, 11 are descriptive and cannot be ranked on numbers alone. Spec sheets also cannot measure subjective factors like build quality, real-world performance, or comfort.