Ingress protection ratings is the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX4, the Bose QuietComfort 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 2, Sennheiser Momentum 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
The Bose QuietComfort 2 have a weight of 12.5g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
Sennheiser Momentum 3, at 10.6g
weigh less than the Bose QuietComfort 2 by -1.9g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Bose QuietComfort 2 are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds .
Sennheiser Momentum 3 also is true wireless since it has no cables connecting the 2 earbuds .
Bose QuietComfort 2 have wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit. Bose QuietComfort 2 have sweat resistance
Sennheiser Momentum 3's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Bose QuietComfort 2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Bose QuietComfort 2's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Sennheiser Momentum 3 and Bose QuietComfort 2 have stereo speakers
ANC uses advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have ANC making either of the earbuds ideal for flights and morning commutes. The Bose QuietComfort 2 and Sennheiser Momentum 3 operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 stay well in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down background noise and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that they limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. The Bose QuietComfort 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size dictates the sound produced by the device.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 driver unit is 7mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Bose QuietComfort 2 by 2.3mm
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. Bose QuietComfort 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Sennheiser Momentum 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, this means that
Sennheiser Momentum 3 can make sound with a juicier bass than the Bose QuietComfort 2
The Bose QuietComfort 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. Sennheiser Momentum 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, this implies that
Sennheiser Momentum 3 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Bose QuietComfort 2
Bose QuietComfort 2's battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Sennheiser Momentum 3's battery life is
more than that of Bose QuietComfort 2 by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, 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. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Bose QuietComfort 2's case has a full charge of 18 hours.
A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself. Sennheiser Momentum 3's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours,
more than that of Bose QuietComfort 2 by 3 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Bose QuietComfort 2's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Bose QuietComfort 2 by 0.5 hours
The Bose QuietComfort 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case. Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Sennheiser Momentum 3 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.
Bose QuietComfort 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Sennheiser Momentum 3 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
older than that of Bose QuietComfort 2
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Bose QuietComfort 2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Bose QuietComfort 2
Bose QuietComfort 2 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Bose QuietComfort 2 will work well with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Sennheiser Momentum 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. The Bose QuietComfort 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 3 support APTX Adaptive as well which means both can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as reducing interference from other devices.
Bose QuietComfort 2 have 8 microphones. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 microphones are 6,
less than that of Bose QuietComfort 2 by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. Bose QuietComfort 2 have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments. Bose QuietComfort 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The Sennheiser Momentum 3 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but still want to be able to hear traffic.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Bose QuietComfort 2 have a find earbuds feature. Bose QuietComfort 2 support fast charging.
Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device. Also the Sennheiser Momentum 3 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster.
For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. Bose QuietComfort 2 have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have the mute function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.
With the Bose QuietComfort 2, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have a control panel on them. The Bose QuietComfort 2 have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too support voice prompts meaning the device will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them. Bose QuietComfort 2 come with their own special case.
Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing may easily damage them. Sennheiser Momentum 3 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
