Bose QC Ultra Vs Sennheiser Momentum 4 - Huh, Closer Than I Thought

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0:00 Intro
1:23 Case
2:30 Design
3:32 Fit
4:55 Battery Life
5:36 Connectivity
7:03 Sound
9:41 Media Controls
10:47 Active Noise Cancellation
12:41 Ambient Mode
14:55 Mic Test
16:29 Verdict
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So the Bose QC Ultra are a pair of headphones that are great for traveling cause they’re very comfortable to wear, they have very impressive active noise cancelation, and they have a very small case… and with immersive audio turned on, they sound very impressive… But the Sennheiser Momentum 4’s also sound very impressive, and they also have really good active noise cancellation. So today we’re going to compare the Bose QC Ultra’s to the Sennheiser Momentum 4’s and we’re going to see which ones are right for you.

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[Sayid.M]

I own a few headphones. I have the Momentum 4, both of Sony’s XM4 and XM5 headphones, the xm5 earbuds and soundcore’s Q45 headphones. They all have their pros and cons and you can’t really go too wrong with any of them.

In my experience, The M4’s have been amazing and are my daily drivers at home for music because the sound quality is unmatched, the battery life is insane and to me they feel the most comfortable.

The XM5 is used only for travelling. I fly more that 15 times a year and these have been wonderful so far. They are very light with an almost non-existent clamping force, however they make my ears hot and sweaty after about 2 hours. The ANC on the xm5 is the best I’ve ever experienced on any headphone. The sound isn’t as opened and crystal clear as the M4 but it’s acceptable and less fatiguing than the momentum 4 after long listening sessions.

My previously loved XM4 now belongs to my wife and sound very similar to the xm5 in my opinion but the comfort and ANC is similar to the momentum 4.
I prefer the xm4 over the xm5 especially for travelling due to it’s compactness and the ability to fold into a smaller case.

The soundcore space Q45’s comfort and soundstage is surprisingly very good at the price point. The ANC isn’t as great though and they look massive on my head. I never use them in public for this reason. Although slightly larger in size, It also folds and is as compact as the xm4. I just don’t see myself using it on flights due to it’s bulky earcups.

I haven’t owned any of Bose’s products yet but I’m considering giving the ultras a shot before I fly again next week, only because of the ANC capabilities. I’ll be very surprised if they surpass my xm5 in that category.

I doubt any other headphone in this price range would sound better than the momentum 4. It’s just too good in that department. To me that’s what matters the most. Sound quality is what headphones were made for.

[alexp]

As someone who cares about sound quality - Momentum4 is a great buy. They sound surprisingly good when comparing them to my open back wired headphones. I used to have Sony XM3s and tried QC35s. From memory - both of those sound so much worse compared to Momentum4. To me Momentum4 sounds like a good closed back headphone, while all other ANC headphones under 400 sound like a cheap headphone, but with a lot of features added to them to justify the price. In momentum4 I can still enjoy music, while with other ANC headphones that I tried - they can play music, but it’s not enjoyable.

[somedudethatchillshard]

Great comparison!!

You can also use the Momentum 4 (powered on) while they are charging. They really are superb for both battery life and sound quality in my opinion.

[letraderencarton]

I one month ago I had hard time to choose between the Bose, M4, Xm5 and PX7 s2, so I tried both. For me it is pretty easy : the Bose is better for anc (the M4 is good, but the Bose is the best in this category, even better than the XM5 for me) and the confort is a bit better than the M4, but the M4 is still pretty comfortable. For all other points, the M4 is way better for me, especially in sound quality, the M4 is superb. Build quality is better to. The sound of the M4 is so enjoyable, I tried the four headphones with songs I know the most, and the M4 is the headphone where I heard more details, all is clear, precise, it is so nice. The PX7 s2 is very good to, but more "analytics", less "fun". the Sony and bose are not close in sound quality. I ended buying the M4 and I am so happy with it. Oh and I forget, the battery of the M4 wow, they announce 60h and I think it is nearly real, it seems to last forever. So in my opinion if you love music and want sound quality, get the M4, if ANC is your priority, get the Bose (but in my opinion wait a bit because the price is really to high for what it offer).

[MBryn]

Primary quality we all need from headsets is quality sound..the rest is secondary and for that, I'd go with Momentum 4

[Lana-rsoi]

Very good video I didn't know the Momentum 4 could be wired via USB-C for sound, . That's nice !

[JohnM]

Somehow you always got a comparison video I'm looking for 👍

[domd]

I listened to the ultra today and immersive mode is impressive… however 18 hours battery is a deal breaker, as is no passive audio. No reason for passive listening not to be there, especially when there’s a 3.5 jack. Have the Senns and they simply sound amazing with no frills while lasting forever between charges. And while passive audio sounds crap straight away…you can eq it with a good parametric equalizer for a decent wired experience also

[ea]

Hoy he comprado Sennhesier Momentum 4 después de ver miles de comparaciones con QC Ultra. Vaya, estoy contentísimo de mi compra .Gracias por tu video igual aproveché mucho, he tenido varias impresiones y decidí con los de Sennhesier. Increíble sonido tiene, Anc no es nada mal.
Recomiendo 100% Sennheiser.

[imansammy]

Is there a significant difference in sound quality when listening to music when comparing the Airpods Pro 2's to the QC Ultra's?

[bobbyandika]

i guess u will be a great reviewers on future bro, keep posting on all social media🔥🔥🔥

[KoRpiZer_YT]

So if I’m addicted to the music like dubstep, electro swing and metal (I prefer instrumental more than vocals) and I want the best sound quality I can get Sennheiser is the best option? I also heard that the max volume of M4s is not that high, is it true?

[hillogical]

Holy cow I didn't know I needed your content!! I need a XXXL motorcycle helmet or bigger (depending on brand) and have used stuff NOT big-head approved in the past that I have just thrown away. Thank you!

[ahmedhamdan]

The mic test on the momentum 4 is not accurate in this video. I've been to a loud coffee shop and no one I was on the phone with ever complained about the noise whereas in this video the coffee shop noise test kills the momentum 4.

[blackcatsarenopussies]

I have them.both and Bose sounds better, to my taste. Fulsome, better judged sound and clarity. M4 somehow sounds tinier. the bass is also better with Bose, more articulate and hearable without masking the midrange. And that's in normal mode, no EQ applied.
One very important aspect, actually two:
1. Bose sounds amazingly good even at low volume, maintaining clarity and bass . Also not requiring to push the volume up in noisy environments
2. Somehow they managed to maintain same clarity and punch in Awareness mode without needing to pump up the volume

QC are to me endlessly listenable. M4 are good bit I can't love them.
Battery life is indeed great on M4 but assuming you're all urban animals and not living off the grid my take is that you will do fine charging them once or twice a week. Price for having longer battery life is the size and weight. M4 cups are huge. Like them but don't love them

[BadBeardDude]

My Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra headphones arrived a couple of days ago and are going straight back. The ANC is not as great as nearly every reviewer states, my old QCIIs are far superior. But the biggest issue with the Ultras is the popping noise in the right ear-cup when traveling on public transport. I found this channel looking for reviews for the Sennheiser which I'm tempted to try out.

[TS-yney]

I purchased the Momentum4 and they are going right back. The left ear cup has a rattling sound which was extremely unpleasant when listening to anything. Such an annoying thing.

[kattiamora]

looks like I'm going for the Senheisser. Thanks!!

[vivianmalhiers]

I have the Momentum 4 which I got in August 2023… I can confirm that mine also turns on frequently while still in the case.

[maksymfrost]

Hey there! Great job, thanks for your videos!
Could you tell me please which one of them more suits for audiobooks and podcasts, I mean with which of them voices are more natural and pleasant? Actually I already got Bose qs ultra and find them quite good for listening audiobooks but I still can change them if Sennheisers make the job with voices better than Bose. Thanks in advance!