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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality and noise cancellation, the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 may be the better choice; they also offer higher build quality and more robust app features, including an equalizer. However, they are typically more expensive and have a bulkier case, making them less portable. Apple AirPods (2nd generation), on the other hand, are more suited for Apple users with seamless integration and support for AAC codec, which is optimal for Apple devices. They are also lighter, with a more compact carrying case, but they lack active noise cancelling and the sound quality is slightly lower compared to the Sennheisers. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple Airpods (2nd generation)
Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2
Good for exercise
Very good for air travel
Key differences
Gaming
4.8/10
5.3/10
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 and Apple Airpods (2nd generation) are both poor for gaming, though the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 is somewhat better.
Phone Calls
6.9/10
6.2/10
The Apple Airpods (2nd generation) and Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 are both only fair for phone calls, though the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.1/10
7.4/10
The Apple Airpods (2nd generation) is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 is good.
Noise Reduction
2.5/10
6.5/10
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 is only fair for noise reduction, while the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) is poor.
Battery
4.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Apple Airpods (2nd generation) has 4 hours of battery life. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 has 5.5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$89
$195
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The Apple Airpods (2nd generation) has a price of $89 and the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 costs $195.
Build Quality
7.6/10
9.2/10
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 has excellent build quality, while the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) has good build quality.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 to be only fair for music, while the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) is poor.
TV and Video
5.4/10
5.4/10
The Apple Airpods (2nd generation) and Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 are both poor for TV and video.
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How the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) and the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 compare to other earbuds and headphones
"They are more comfortable and nicer to use than their predecessors, battery life is better and noise-cancelling is now included as part of the package. They’re easy to live with and you could happily listen to them for hours on end without reaching for the pause button. If your budget allows, your ears will be handsomely rewarded."
Get a great deal on the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) or the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2
About Apple
Apple Inc. is an American technology company, founded in 1976, known for its wide range of premium products, including smartphones, computers, and audio solutions. Apple offers the very popular personal audio line AirPods, highly regarded for their wireless, smart capabilities and their seamless integration with the iPhone, iPad and Mac devices. They provide a high-quality sound, comfort and lifestyle features perfect for all users invested in their ecosystem.
About Sennheiser
A family-owned company, Sennheiser is a German, high fidelity, audio equipment manufacturer founded in 1945. Their consumer audio division is now owned by the Swiss hearing aid and cochlear implant manufacturer Sonova. Sennheiser offers a wide variety of, very high quality, audio equipment solutions, from headphones to earbuds, full sets of monitoring speakers, amplifiers and microphones. They also make what is widely regarded as the best, and most expensive, headphones in existence, the HE-1 Orpheus, costing a whopping $59,000 dollars.
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