Over-Ear
Nectar Hive
85Outstanding
$197
Full review dataNectar Hive vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM 3 Wireless: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Nectar Hive comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Nectar Hive - Outstanding overall at around $197.
Over-Ear
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 3 Wireless
78Great
$215
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Nectar Hive
Sound9.0
Value7.0
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 3 Wireless
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery6.0
Calls7.5
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | Nectar Hive | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 3 Wireless |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $197 | $215 |
| HearWiki score | 85 / 100 · Outstanding | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2022 | 2019 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | Electrostatic | 42mm dynamic |
| Driver size | - | 42 mm |
| Drivers per side | - | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-7kHz | 6Hz-22kHz |
| Sound signature | Bright neutral | - |
| Impedance | - | 100 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 99 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Wireless | - | Yes |
| Bluetooth | - | 5.0 |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.0 |
| Codecs | - | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Low Latency |
| Multipoint pairing | - | Yes |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 17 h |
| Full charge time | - | 180 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 1.5 h |
| Wireless charging | - | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | Yes |
| ANC type | - | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | - | Yes |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Wear detection | - | No |
| Controls | - | touch |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 370 g | 305 g |
| Water resistance | - | IPX4 |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 4 |
| Call noise reduction | - | 2-mic beamforming array |
What reviewers said
Nectar Hive
The Nectar Hive is a wired electrostatic over-ear headphone priced around $600, weighing just 370 grams. It delivers a bright neutral sound signature with a frequency response spanning 20Hz to 7kHz, offering a detailed and airy presentation that leans toward analytical clarity. This model earns high marks for its tonal balance and technical performance, making it a strong contender in its price bracket for listeners who prefer a crisp, revealing sound.
- Pro:Excellent tonal accuracy and neutrality
- Pro:Impressive technical detail retrieval
- Pro:Featherweight design for comfort
- Con:Bright tilt may be fatiguing for some
- Con:Limited bass impact due to electrostatic nature
- Con:Requires dedicated amplifier for proper use
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 3 Wireless
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 3 Wireless over-ears deliver a refined, balanced audio performance wrapped in a stylish retro-modern design. They feature effective hybrid active noise cancellation, a comfortable fit, and a robust app with customization options, but their battery endurance trails many rivals and the premium price tag is hard to ignore. While the controls and connectivity are generally solid, the overall package feels like an incremental step rather than a dramatic leap forward.
- Pro:Rich, well-balanced sound with good detail
- Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for quieting ambient noise
- Pro:Comfortable fit with a sleek, premium design
- Con:Battery life is below average for the price
- Con:On-ear controls can be finicky or unresponsive
- Con:Premium cost may not offer enough value
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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