Bose Quietcomfort Earbuds 2 Vs. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 IPX4

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 IPX4

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Scoring IPX4, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Compared to the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Weight

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 12.5g

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 10.6g

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a weight of 12.5g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to move with.

The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, at 10.6g weigh less than the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by -1.9g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds .

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds .

Wingtips Included

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✗

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 come with wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

Sweat Resistance

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 are resistant to sweat

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced technology to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have ANC which makes both earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 and Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that suits your commute or that suites your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 sit well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment sounds while preventing the device voice audio from leaking out .

Both Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have passive noise reduction this means that both tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 9.3mm

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 7mm

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the sound produced by the earbuds.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 driver unit is 7mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 2.3mm , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 20Hz

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 5Hz

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, this implies that Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 produce a juicier bass than the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2

Highest Frequency

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 20,000Hz

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 21,000Hz

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, this means that Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2

Sound Pressure Level

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✗

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 107dB/mW

SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's measurement is 107dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 6hours

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 7hours

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's battery life is more than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 1 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 18hours

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 21hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's case is said to have a full charge of 18 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours, more than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 3 hours

Charge Time

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 2hours

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 1.5hours

It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 0.5 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✗

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your device and charging case.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 v5.3

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 v5.2

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, older than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 10meters

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 10meters

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2

Has Aac

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 will work well with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support APTX Adaptive as well which means both can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio from other devices.

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Number Of Microphones

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 8only

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 6only

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have 8 microphones.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 microphones are 6, less than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.

The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them

The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears .

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✗

If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 2only

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✗

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too support the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 ✓

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2	Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX4
	weight	12.5g	10.6g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✓	✗
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	9.3mm	7mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	5Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	21,000Hz
	sound pressure level	✗	107dB/mW
POWER	battery life	6hours	7hours
	battery life of charging case	18hours	21hours
	charge time	2hours	1.5hours
	has wireless charging	✗	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.3	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	8only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✗
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Bose Quietcomfort Earbuds 2 Vs. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Wingtips Included

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Aptx Adaptive

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included