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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.

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.

KZ SA08 TWS
Sound3.8
Battery2.0
Calls5.1
Value3.0
Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2
Sound9.0
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery7.0
Calls6.0
Value7.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of KZ SA08 TWS vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2
SpecKZ SA08 TWSSennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2
TypeTrue WirelessTrue Wireless
Price (USD)$60$85
HearWiki score38 / 100 · Weak84 / 100 · Great
Released20202020
Audio
Driver4 balanced armaturesdynamic
Driver size-7 mm
Drivers per side82
Frequency response-5Hz-21kHz
Wireless
Bluetooth5.05.1
Bluetooth version-5.1
CodecsAAC, SBCSBC, AAC, aptX
Multipoint pairingYesNo
Wireless range10 m-
Battery
Battery life4 h7 h
Battery incl. case12 h28 h
Full charge time-90 min
Quick charge-10 min = 1.5 h
Wireless chargingNoNo
Features
Active noise cancellingNoYes
ANC typenonefeedback
Transparency modeNoYes
Companion appNoYes
Custom EQNo-
Wear detectionNo-
Controlstouchtouch
Design
Weight5.7 g12 g
Case weight44 g-
Water resistanceIPX4IPX4
USB-CYesYes
Calls
Microphones42

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

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

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