Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) vs Sennheiser Momentum 5 Wireless
Get the Bose QC Ultra 2. Unless sound and battery matter more than quiet — then the Momentum 5 lasts nearly twice as long.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)
The comfiest headphones here, with noise cancelling as strong as any. Sound trails the Sony a little.
Sennheiser Momentum 5 Wireless
Rich, detailed sound, about 57 hours of battery and great calls. Noise cancelling is a step behind.
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The Bose make a noisy plane or train quieter and are comfy for hours. The Momentum 5 sound more detailed, make great calls and last about 57 hours, with a battery you can replace.
- —You fly a lot or wear them all day.
- —Quiet matters more than the last bit of detail.
- —You want a pair that folds up small.
- —Sound quality comes first.
- —You hate charging: a week of commuting on one charge.
- —You make lots of calls: they're among the best.
Key differences
Pros and cons
- +Superb noise cancelling
- +Light and very comfortable for hours
- +Lossless audio over USB-C
- −A 2026 update removed the button shortcuts for switching devices and checking battery.
- −Wired listening still needs battery, and the mic is off over the cable.
- −No water resistance.
- +About 57 hours of battery
- +Rich, detailed sound
- +Replaceable battery
- −The ear cups fold flat but the headband doesn't fold up.
- −Bass is on the rich side, and the treble can change with your fit or glasses.
- −No water resistance.
Ready to choose?
- Is the Bose QC Ultra 2 worth it?
- Is the Momentum 5 worth it?
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How we reached this verdict
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: RTINGS, RTINGS, What Hi-Fi, manufacturer specifications.