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Moondrop VOYAGER vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless Black: 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 In-Ear Wireless Black
HearWiki score
78
61
Sound
8.0
7.7
Battery
6.2
5.3
Calls
6.3
6.0
Value
6.3
-
Price (USD)
$150
$180

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 In-Ear Wireless Black (2015). The Moondrop VOYAGER is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.2 against 4.1 and Top codec LHDC against aptX. It also adds USB-C.

  • VOYAGER20249 yr newer
  • MOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless Black2015
What differsVOYAGERMOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless Black

Platform

Bluetooth
5.2
4.1
Top codec
LHDC
aptX

Everyday features

USB-C
Yes
No

Specifications

VOYAGERMOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless Black
Type
Neckband
Neckband
Price (USD)
$150
$180
HearWiki score
78
61
Released
2024
2015
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
-
Impedance
-
18 Ω
Bluetooth
5.2
4.1
Codecs
SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LHDC
SBC, AAC, aptX
Multipoint pairing
-
No
Wireless range
15 m
-
Battery life
12 h
10 h
Full charge time
120 min
90 min
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
No
Weight
29.6 g
-
Water resistance
none
none
Detachable cable
-
No
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 In-Ear Wireless Black

The Sennheiser MOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless is a 2017 neckband-style earphone that delivers a lively, bass-forward sound with energetic dynamics, making it engaging for many listeners. It offers a portable, wireless design with around 10 hours of battery life, though its fit and bulky neckband may not suit everyone. While not a neutral monitor, it provides a generally enjoyable listening experience for its price.

  • Pro:Engaging, bass-heavy sound with strong dynamics
  • Pro:Solid wireless battery life around 10 hours
  • Pro:Portable neckband design with basic controls
  • Con:Bass can overpower and unbalance the sound for some
  • Con:Neckband may feel plain or bulky
  • Con:Fit can become uncomfortable over long sessions

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

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