Over-Ear
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless
85Outstanding
$234
Full review dataSennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless vs Skullcandy Hesh® 540 ANC: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless - Outstanding overall at around $234.
Over-Ear
Skullcandy Hesh® 540 ANC
72Good
$160
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery9.5
Calls7.5
Value8.5
Skullcandy Hesh® 540 ANC
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery9.0
Calls6.5
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless | Skullcandy Hesh® 540 ANC |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $234 | $160 |
| HearWiki score | 85 / 100 · Outstanding | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 42mm dynamic drivers | Dynamic |
| Driver size | 42 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 6 Hz - 22,000 Hz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 60 Ω | 36 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 106 dB/mW | 119.4 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.x |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 60 h | 65 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 50 h |
| Full charge time | 120 min | 60 min |
| Quick charge | 5 min = up to 4 h | 10 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | - | Yes |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Wear detection | - | Yes |
| Controls | - | buttons |
| Voice assistant | - | yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 293 g | 248 g |
| Water resistance | none | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 4 | 4 |
| Call noise reduction | - | Clear Voice Smart Mic |
What reviewers said
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless are premium over-ear headphones that deliver a well-rounded experience, highlighted by exceptional battery endurance and strong overall performance. They pack effective noise cancellation, support for high-quality wireless audio, and a comfortable design, making them a versatile choice for daily use and travel. While not the absolute leaders in any single category, their combination of features and usability offers excellent value at their price point.
- Pro:Outstanding battery life of up to 60 hours
- Pro:Comfortable fit for extended listening sessions
- Pro:Solid active noise cancellation performance
- Con:Sound quality is very good but not class-leading
- Con:Design feels less premium compared to some rivals
- Con:ANC is effective but not the absolute best available
Skullcandy Hesh® 540 ANC
The Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC are over-ear wireless headphones offering adaptive noise cancellation, a long-lasting battery (up to 65 hours without ANC, 50 with it), and a lightweight foldable design. They deliver very good sound and effective noise reduction for the price, though they have some sonic quirks and limited codec support. With multipoint connectivity, wear detection, and a customizable EQ via the app, they pack a strong feature set for everyday use.
- Pro:Excellent battery life, even with ANC on
- Pro:Lightweight and foldable for portability
- Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth and wear detection included
- Con:Only supports SBC codec, no AAC or aptX
- Con:Noticeable sonic quirks in certain frequencies
- Con:Physical buttons may feel limited to some users
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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