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Aukey T16S vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2 - Great overall at around $85.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Aukey T16S
Sound6.0
Battery3.0
Calls3.6
Value5.0
Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2
Sound9.0
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery7.0
Calls6.0
Value7.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of Aukey T16S vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2
SpecAukey T16SSennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2
TypeTrue WirelessTrue Wireless
Price (USD)$50$85
HearWiki score55 / 100 · Average84 / 100 · Great
Released20192020
Audio
Driverdynamicdynamic
Driver size6 mm7 mm
Drivers per side12
Frequency response20Hz-20kHz5Hz-21kHz
Impedance16 Ω-
Sensitivity88 dB/mW-
Wireless
Bluetooth5.05.1
Bluetooth version5.05.1
CodecsSBC, AACSBC, AAC, aptX
Multipoint pairingNoNo
Battery
Battery life3 h7 h
Battery incl. case12 h28 h
Full charge time90 min90 min
Quick charge-10 min = 1.5 h
Wireless chargingNoNo
Features
Active noise cancellingNoYes
ANC type-feedback
Transparency mode-Yes
Companion app-Yes
Controls-touch
Design
Weight9 g12 g
Case weight37 g-
Water resistanceIPX5IPX4
USB-CYesYes
Calls
Microphones12

What reviewers said

Aukey T16S

The Aukey T16S is a budget-friendly true wireless earbud that delivers an entertaining, bass-forward sound with clear vocals, making it fun for casual listening. However, its compact build and low price are offset by very short standalone battery life, a somewhat flimsy feel, and a treble-heavy tuning that some may find fatiguing or lacking in warmth.

  • Pro:Entertaining, bass-heavy sound with clear vocals
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
  • Pro:Compact design with USB-C charging and IPX5 water resistance
  • Con:Very short battery life of around 3 hours per charge
  • Con:Build quality feels cheap for the price point
  • Con:Sound is too bright with weak midrange and bass for some listeners

Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2

Sennheiser's second-gen true wireless earbuds combine rich, detailed audio with effective noise cancellation in a premium, compact design. While the sound is polished and the feature set is solid, they lack multipoint connectivity and may not deliver perfectly neutral tuning for purists. Overall, they remain a compelling high-end choice for those prioritizing musicality and build quality.

  • Pro:Excellent, refined sound quality
  • Pro:Effective noise cancellation
  • Pro:Premium, comfortable design
  • Con:No multipoint connection
  • Con:Sound not perfectly neutral
  • Con:Touch controls can be finicky

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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