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Huawei FreeBuds 3i 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.

Huawei FreeBuds 3i
Sound6.5
Noise cancelling6.0
Battery4.5
Calls6.0
Value7.5
Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2
Sound9.0
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery7.0
Calls6.0
Value7.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of Huawei FreeBuds 3i vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2
SpecHuawei FreeBuds 3iSennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2
TypeTrue WirelessTrue Wireless
Price (USD)$59$85
HearWiki score68 / 100 · Good84 / 100 · Great
Released20202020
Audio
Driver10 mm dynamicdynamic
Driver size10 mm7 mm
Drivers per side12
Frequency response20Hz-20kHz5Hz-21kHz
Wireless
BluetoothBluetooth 5.05.1
Bluetooth version5.05.1
CodecsAAC, SBCSBC, AAC, aptX
Multipoint pairingNoNo
Battery
Battery life3.5 h7 h
Battery life (ANC on)2.5 h-
Battery incl. case14.5 h28 h
Full charge time115 min90 min
Quick charge-10 min = 1.5 h
Wireless chargingNoNo
Features
Active noise cancellingYesYes
ANC typehybridfeedback
Transparency modeYesYes
Companion appNoYes
Custom EQNo-
Wear detectionYes-
Controlsbothtouch
Voice assistantyes-
Design
Weight5.5 g12 g
Case weight51 g-
Water resistanceIPX4IPX4
FoldableNo-
Detachable cableNo-
USB-CYesYes
Calls
Microphones32
Call noise reductionyes-

What reviewers said

Huawei FreeBuds 3i

These budget-friendly true wireless earbuds pack active noise cancellation and a balanced sound profile into a lightweight, IPX4-rated design. They offer solid value for the price, though their battery life is on the shorter side and the feature set stays basic. A good pick if ANC is your priority and you can manage frequent charging.

  • Pro:Effective noise cancellation for the price
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable fit
  • Pro:Clear, balanced audio for everyday listening
  • Con:Battery life is below average at around 3.5 hours
  • Con:No app support or custom EQ
  • Con:Lacks multipoint connectivity

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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