Sennheiser MOMENTUM 2 Wireless Black vs Sony WH-1000XM6: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Sony WH-1000XM6 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 89. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Sony WH-1000XM6 - Outstanding overall at around $398.

Over-Ear

Sennheiser MOMENTUM 2 Wireless Black

52Average

$300

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Over-Ear

Sony WH-1000XM6

89Outstanding

$400

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Score breakdown

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

Sony WH-1000XM6 leads on 6 of 7 measures.

Sennheiser MOMENTUM 2 Wireless Black
Sony WH-1000XM6

HearWiki score

Sound

7.0

9.0

Noise cancelling

4.5

9.6

Battery

5.5

8.1

Calls

5.7

9.6

Value

8.2

Price (USD)

$300

$400

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

Sony WH-1000XM6 (2025) against Sennheiser MOMENTUM 2 Wireless Black (2015). The Sony WH-1000XM6 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.3 against 4.0, Top codec LC3 against aptX, LE Audio (LC3) and ANC type Adaptive against Feedback. It also adds Multipoint pairing, USB-C and Companion app.

MOMENTUM 2 Wireless Black2015
WH-1000XM6202510 yr newer

What differsMOMENTUM 2 Wireless BlackWH-1000XM6

Bluetooth: 4.0; 5.3
Top codec: aptX; LC3
LE Audio (LC3): No; Yes
ANC type: Feedback; Adaptive
Multipoint pairing: No; Yes
USB-C: No; Yes
Companion app: No; Yes

Level on: Transparency mode.

Specifications

MOMENTUM 2 Wireless BlackWH-1000XM6

Type: Over-Ear; Over-Ear
Price (USD): $300; $400
HearWiki score: 52; 89
Released: 2015; 2025
Availability: Still sold new; Sold new
Driver: 42 mm dynamic; 30 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 42 mm; 30 mm
Drivers per side: 1; 1
Frequency response: 16 Hz - 22 kHz; 4 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance: 18 Ω; 48 Ω
Sensitivity: 113 dB/mW; 103 dB/mW
Bluetooth: 4.0; 5.3
Codecs: SBC, AAC, aptX; SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
Multipoint pairing: No; Yes
Wireless range: -; 10 m
Battery life: 22 h; 40 h
Battery life (ANC on): 22 h; 30 h
Full charge time: 90 min; 210 min
Quick charge: 10 min → 1.5 h; 3 min → 3 h
Wireless charging: No; No
Active noise cancelling: Yes; Yes
ANC type: feedback; adaptive
Transparency mode: Yes; Yes
Companion app: No; Yes
Custom EQ: -; Yes
Wear detection: -; Yes
Controls: buttons; buttons
Voice assistant: -; Yes
Weight: 260 g; 254 g
Water resistance: none; none
Foldable: Yes; -
Detachable cable: Yes; Yes
USB-C: No; Yes
Connector: 3.5 mm; 3.5 mm
Microphones: 1; 12
Microphone type: -; MEMS

Specification comparison of Sennheiser MOMENTUM 2 Wireless Black vs Sony WH-1000XM6
Spec	Sennheiser MOMENTUM 2 Wireless Black	Sony WH-1000XM6
Type	Over-Ear	Over-Ear
Price (USD)	$300	$400
HearWiki score	52 / 100 Average	89 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2015	2025
Audio
Driver	42 mm dynamic	30 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	42 mm	30 mm
Drivers per side	1	1
Frequency response	16 Hz - 22 kHz	4 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance	18 Ω	48 Ω
Sensitivity	113 dB/mW	103 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth	4.0	5.3
Codecs	SBC, AAC, aptX	SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
Multipoint pairing	No	Yes
Wireless range	-	10 m
Battery
Battery life	22 h	40 h
Battery life (ANC on)	22 h	30 h
Full charge time	90 min	210 min
Quick charge	10 min → 1.5 h	3 min → 3 h
Wireless charging	No	No
Features
Active noise cancelling	Yes	Yes
ANC type	feedback	adaptive
Transparency mode	Yes	Yes
Companion app	No	Yes
Custom EQ	-	Yes
Wear detection	-	Yes
Controls	buttons	buttons
Voice assistant	-	Yes
Design
Weight	260 g	254 g
Water resistance	none	none
Foldable	Yes	-
Detachable cable	Yes	Yes
USB-C	No	Yes
Connector	3.5 mm	3.5 mm
Calls
Microphones	1	12
Microphone type	-	MEMS

What reviewers said

Sennheiser MOMENTUM 2 Wireless Black

The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 2 Wireless over-ear headphones deliver a premium, stylish build with excellent sound quality and solid active noise cancellation for mixed-use scenarios. They perform well both wirelessly and via the included 3.5mm cable, offering around 22 hours of battery life with ANC active. While not the most feature-packed option today, their comfortable design and robust audio performance make them a strong choice for those prioritizing sound.

Pro:Excellent audio quality with rich, detailed sound
Pro:Premium, sturdy build and stylish design
Pro:Effective noise cancellation for a focused listening experience

Con:No USB-C charging or multipoint Bluetooth
Con:Lacks water resistance for outdoor use
Con:Only one microphone for calls

Sony WH-1000XM6

The Sony WH-1000XM6 is a premium over-ear wireless headphone that combines adaptive active noise cancellation with a long-lasting battery and support for high-quality audio codecs. It features multipoint Bluetooth connectivity and a transparent mode, making it a versatile choice for both focused listening and everyday commutes. With a lightweight build and tactile controls, it balances comfort and functionality for extended use.

Pro:Adaptive active noise cancellation for personalized silencing
Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.3 for seamless device switching
Pro:Transparency mode for ambient awareness when needed

Con:No water resistance rating for wet conditions
Con:No wireless charging option
Con:Relies on physical buttons rather than touch controls

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

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