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Nothing Ear (stick) 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.

Nothing Ear (stick)
Sound6.5
Battery7.0
Calls6.0
Value7.0
Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2
Sound9.0
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery7.0
Calls6.0
Value7.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of Nothing Ear (stick) vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2
SpecNothing Ear (stick)Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2
TypeTrue WirelessTrue Wireless
Price (USD)$99$85
HearWiki score66 / 100 · Good84 / 100 · Great
Released20222020
Audio
Drivercustom dynamic driverdynamic
Driver size12.6 mm7 mm
Drivers per side12
Frequency response20Hz-20kHz5Hz-21kHz
Wireless
Bluetooth5.25.1
Bluetooth version5.25.1
CodecsSBC, AACSBC, AAC, aptX
Multipoint pairingNoNo
Wireless range10 m-
Battery
Battery life7 h7 h
Battery incl. case29 h28 h
Full charge time55 min90 min
Quick charge10 min = 2 h10 min = 1.5 h
Wireless chargingNoNo
Features
Active noise cancellingNoYes
ANC type-feedback
Transparency mode-Yes
Companion app-Yes
Controlsbuttonstouch
Voice assistantGoogle Fast Pair / Microsoft Swift Pair-
Design
Weight4.4 g12 g
Case weight46.3 g-
Water resistanceIP54IPX4
USB-CYesYes
Calls
Microphones32

What reviewers said

Nothing Ear (stick)

These are lightweight, open-fit true wireless earbuds with a neutral, balanced sound profile that leans slightly bass-forward after firmware updates. They offer solid battery life and a distinctive, stylish design, but lack active noise cancellation and high-end codec support, making them a practical, everyday choice rather than an audiophile-grade option.

  • Pro:Comfortable, lightweight open-fit design
  • Pro:Clean, neutral sound with decent clarity
  • Pro:Good battery life at 7 hours per charge, 29 with case
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Only SBC and AAC codecs, no aptX or LDAC
  • Con:Bass can feel limited at higher volumes

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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