Sennheiser Momentum 4 vs Bose Quietcomfort 45

Sennheiser and Bose are competitive name brands in the audiophile market. Both are famous for great noise cancellation and crisp sound. Sennheiser’s Momentum 4 Wireless and Bose’s QuietComfort 4 have a similar price range with similar specs. Here’s a comparison between the two headphones.

The Sennheiser Momentum 4 and Bose QuietComfort 45 are both impressive headphones with top-tier specs. They have active noise cancellation, as well as a transparent mode that you can turn off and on. Here is a quick comparison of the specs:

Another difference between the two headphones is the buttons. Sennheiser has an updated design with touch gesture controls instead of buttons. Although this design is controversial since it isn’t always accurate in cold weather, it’s still a great design. The Bose QuietComfort 45 has physical buttons instead – which some people might prefer.

Bose is best known for its noise cancellation (and was the first brand to create fully noise-canceling headphones in 1979), so it’s no surprise that the QuietComfort 45 excels in this area. In fact, the QuietComfort 45 may have better noise cancellation compared to the Sennheiser Momentum 4.

The two headphones have similar prices, but Sennheiser costs slightly more. The Momentum 4 costs $349, while the QuietComfort 4 costs $329. Overall, the difference in price isn’t significant enough to make or break your decision. You can also find both headsets on sale occasionally throughout the ear, so it’s worth waiting for a sale before purchasing either.

Both headphones offer great sound quality with clear trebles and low bass. Still, RTNGS rated the QuietComfort higher than Momentum when it comes to sound. QuietComfort has better bass and mid accuracy, while Momentum has better treble accuracy.

Sennheiser’s Momentum 4 has the option to adjust the sound profile in the Sennheiser app – Bose’s QuietComfort headphones don’t have the option to adjust the sound. And you can turn the ANC canceling on and off with the Momentum 4, while the QuietComfort’s noise canceling can’t be turned off.

Note that Bose does offer headphones that include these features. If you want to tune the sound profile and turn ANC entirely off, look into Bose’s Noise Canceling Headphones 700.

It’s no wonder why the QuietComfort 45s have “comfort” in the name – the Bose QuietComfort 45 is impressively comfortable and weighs just 238 grams. The fabric is a soft, synthetic leatherette with pleatless ear cushions for an effortless feel. Customers praise the comfort of the Bose QuietComfort 45 and say that it’s one of the most comfortable headphones to wear over time since it doesn’t compress the ears and has larger ear cushions.

SoundGuys, a prominent headphone reviewer, says that the headphones “distribute their weight well enough to not cause much fatigue over long periods of time. The synthetic leather ear pads are dense enough to offer decent isolation, and the band also provides a bit of padding on the top.”

The Sennheiser Momentum 4 weighs about 294 grams, slightly more than the QuietComfort 45. They use a similar synthetic leatherette for maximum durability and softness against the head and face. And, even though they’re heavier than the QuietComfort 45, they are still light enough to not cause strain over time.

Soundguys notes several things about the Sennheiser Momentum 4’s fit. One notable review says, “The somewhat thick padding with soft leatherette material has enough give to it to accommodate glasses—something I definitely appreciate.”

Overall, the QuietComfort 45 is more comfortable than the Momentum 4 due to its lighter construction and flexible fit.

Both headphones are great options and are among the best on the market in this price range. That being said, the Sennheiser headphones have a better battery life and clearer treble, while Bose’s headphones have better bass and noise-canceling capabilities.

Bose headphones also have more color options, including Black, Midnight Blue, Eclipse Gray, and White Smoke, while the Momentum 4 is only available in Black and White.

Regardless of which headphones you choose, remember to pair them with an Upsie headphone warranty. Upsie’s warranties are comprehensive and cost up to 70% less than warranties from stores and manufacturers. Plus, the warranty covers accidental damage and defects to cover any blindspots from the initial limited warranty.

You can purchase a two-year or three-year warranty for headphones bought in the last 60 days. Customers can also make unlimited claims up to the device’s purchase price.

For the best headphones coverage, choose Upsie.