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Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 83. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 - Great overall at around $305.

Score breakdown

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

Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless
  • Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5
HearWiki score
62
83
Sound
7.5
9.2
Noise cancelling
-
8.3
Battery
5.0
8.2
Calls
7.0
8.7
Value
6.5
7.5
Price (USD)
$180
$300

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

Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 (2026) against Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless (2018). The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.0, Top codec aptX Lossless against aptX and ANC type Adaptive against None. It also adds Multipoint pairing, Wireless charging, Wear detection and Transparency mode.

  • MOMENTUM True Wireless2018
  • MOMENTUM True Wireless 520268 yr newer
What differsMOMENTUM True WirelessMOMENTUM True Wireless 5

Platform

Bluetooth
5.0
6.0
Top codec
aptX
aptX Lossless
ANC type
None
Adaptive

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Wireless charging
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes
Water resistance
IPX4
IP54

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

MOMENTUM True WirelessMOMENTUM True Wireless 5
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$180
$300
HearWiki score
62
83
Released
2018
2026
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
7 mm dynamic
7 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
7 mm
7 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
5 Hz - 21 kHz
5 Hz - 21 kHz
Sensitivity
107 dB/mW
107 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.0
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Low Latency
SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Battery life
4 h
12 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
6 h
Battery incl. case
12 h
40 h
Full charge time
90 min
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 1 h
8 min → 1 h
Wireless charging
No
Yes
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
none
adaptive
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes
Controls
buttons
touch
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
17 g
7 g
Case weight
56.6 g
55 g
Water resistance
IPX4
IP54
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
1
8
Call noise reduction
Yes
Yes
Call NR technology
beamforming
beamforming

What reviewers said

Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless

These true wireless earbuds deliver a polished, premium feel with strong audio performance and a comfortable fit for many users. The main drawbacks are their bulkier design, limited battery life, and some reliability quirks with controls and connectivity. They offer a decent feature set for the price, but fall short of top-tier rivals in overall endurance and refinement.

  • Pro:Excellent sound quality with dynamic drivers
  • Pro:Comfortable and secure fit for most ears
  • Pro:Premium build and attractive design
  • Con:Short battery life of only 4 hours per charge
  • Con:Bulky shell may not suit smaller ears
  • Con:Connectivity issues can disrupt listening

Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5

The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 are premium earbuds that prioritize rich, detailed audio with their dual-driver setup and lossless codec support. They offer adaptive noise cancellation, a long-lasting case, and solid connectivity features like multipoint and Bluetooth 6.0, making them a strong choice for commuters and audiophiles on the go. Their comfortable fit and robust app integration round out a package designed for high-quality daily listening.

  • Pro:Excellent sound quality with detailed highs and deep bass
  • Pro:Adaptive ANC effectively reduces ambient noise
  • Pro:Long battery life with 12 hours on a single charge and 40 with the case
  • Con:Premium price point may be steep for some buyers
  • Con:Touch controls can be finicky and require a learning curve
  • Con:Battery life drops significantly to 6 hours with ANC enabled

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

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