
KZ SA08 TWS 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.
Score breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Specifications
| Spec | KZ SA08 TWS | Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $60 | $85 |
| HearWiki score | 38 / 100 · Weak | 84 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2020 | 2020 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 4 balanced armatures | dynamic |
| Driver size | - | 7 mm |
| Drivers per side | 8 | 2 |
| Frequency response | - | 5Hz-21kHz |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.1 |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.1 |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC, AAC, aptX |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | No |
| Wireless range | 10 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 4 h | 7 h |
| Battery incl. case | 12 h | 28 h |
| Full charge time | - | 90 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 1.5 h |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | Yes |
| ANC type | none | feedback |
| Transparency mode | No | Yes |
| Companion app | No | Yes |
| Custom EQ | No | - |
| Wear detection | No | - |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 5.7 g | 12 g |
| Case weight | 44 g | - |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 4 | 2 |
What reviewers said
KZ SA08 TWS
The KZ SA08 TWS earbuds stand out with their four balanced armature drivers, aiming for detailed sound but landing with an uneven, mid-focused tuning that can impress or disappoint depending on the track. They offer basic wireless features like AAC/SBC codecs and Bluetooth 5.0, but short battery life, a bulky build, and lack of app support or EQ make them a niche pick for audiophiles rather than a versatile daily option. Comfort and build quality get some praise, yet the overall package feels compromised for the price.
- Pro:Distinctive 4-BA sound with good detail in some ranges
- Pro:Comfortable fit and solid build quality
- Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.0 with IPX4 sweat resistance
- Con:Uneven tuning overly focused on mids
- Con:Short 4-hour battery life, 12 with case
- Con:Large, bulky earbud design
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
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