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Moondrop VOYAGER vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM Free Special Edition: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Moondrop VOYAGER comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 78. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Moondrop VOYAGER - Great overall at around $150.

Score breakdown

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

Moondrop VOYAGER leads on 6 of 6 measures.

  • Moondrop VOYAGER
  • Sennheiser MOMENTUM Free Special Edition
HearWiki score
78
59
Sound
8.0
7.5
Battery
6.2
3.8
Calls
6.3
5.0
Value
6.3
-
Price (USD)
$150
$160

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

New platform

Moondrop VOYAGER (2024) against Sennheiser MOMENTUM Free Special Edition (2018). The Moondrop VOYAGER is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.2 against 4.2 and Top codec LHDC against aptX. It also adds USB-C.

  • VOYAGER20246 yr newer
  • MOMENTUM Free Special Edition2018
What differsVOYAGERMOMENTUM Free Special Edition

Platform

Bluetooth
5.2
4.2
Top codec
LHDC
aptX

Everyday features

USB-C
Yes
No

Specifications

VOYAGERMOMENTUM Free Special Edition
Type
Neckband
Neckband
Price (USD)
$150
$160
HearWiki score
78
59
Released
2024
2018
Availability
Still sold new
Still sold new
Driver
10 mm dynamic
dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10 mm
-
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
15 Hz - 22 kHz
Impedance
-
480 Ω
Sensitivity
-
118 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.2
4.2
Codecs
SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LHDC
SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Low Latency
Multipoint pairing
-
Yes
Wireless range
15 m
10 m
Battery life
12 h
-
Full charge time
120 min
90 min
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
No
ANC type
-
none
Transparency mode
-
No
Companion app
-
No
Custom EQ
-
No
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
-
buttons
Weight
29.6 g
17 g
Water resistance
none
none
USB-C
Yes
No
Microphones
-
1

What reviewers said

Moondrop VOYAGER

The Moondrop VOYAGER is a wireless neckband earphone that packs a surprisingly robust feature set for its price, centered around a built-in DAC and extensive high-quality codec support. It offers a lengthy battery life and solid microphone performance, making it a compelling option for listeners seeking hi-fi audio on the go without active noise cancellation. Its lightweight design and broad compatibility cater to both casual and discerning users.

  • Pro:Excellent codec support including aptX Adaptive and LHDC
  • Pro:Long 12-hour battery life for extended listening
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable neckband design
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No water resistance rating
  • Con:Lack of wireless charging

Sennheiser MOMENTUM Free Special Edition

The Sennheiser MOMENTUM Free Special Edition is a lightweight neckband-style wireless earphone that prioritizes audio performance, delivering clear, dynamic sound with a musical character. It supports a wide range of codecs including aptX Low Latency and offers multipoint connectivity, though it lacks ANC and water resistance. While its battery life is modest, it remains a solid choice for listeners focused on sound quality in a compact, portable design.

  • Pro:Rich, dynamic sound with good clarity
  • Pro:Lightweight and portable neckband design
  • Pro:Supports aptX and aptX Low Latency codecs
  • Con:Battery life is limited at around six hours
  • Con:Treble can sound slightly harsh at times
  • Con:Call quality is not the strongest

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

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