MOMENTUM 3 Wireless

"I fell in love with the sound of the Sennheisers. It sounds clear, fun and the sound of "big" drums... was just phenomenal - more like in real life."

The sound quality is consistently praised as a major strength, described as fun, warm, natural, and superior to many competitors.

"M3s are quite comfortable due to soft and large earcups."

Comfort is mixed, with many finding them spacious and comfortable, while others experience ear fatigue or pressure points.

"Cons: Battery life, weak case, battery life, weaker ANC comparatively, battery life, more expensive"

Battery life is a frequently cited major weakness, with many users finding it insufficient for extended use.

"The M3s are made of stainless steel and genuine leather, the M4s are a shitty pieace of plastic and synthethic leather."

The build quality is generally seen as premium with metal and leather, but some users note issues like a wiggly USB-C port or headband concerns.

"Momentum 3 better recording quality and noise handling for calls"

Call quality is generally considered good, with one review specifically rating it better than the AirPods Max.

"The M3 has many problems: sliding earcup adjustments that don't stay put, bad battery life, bad ANC, and uncomfortable padding at the top of the head after a long wear."

Connectivity can be inconsistent, with mentions of Bluetooth issues, and while they offer USB-C charging, some features are seen as less modern than competitors.

"The sound screams experience and shows that Sennheiser engineers can really tune their products."

Users consistently praise the sound quality, describing it as energetic, rhythmic, detailed, and natural, with a well-defined bass and clear midrange.

"With those thick and soft ear-pads with lots of cushioning inside plus that soft headband improved the comfort levels a lot."

The headphones are generally comfortable due to large, soft earcups and an improved, well-padded headband, though some users report a hotspot on the crown of the head after extended use.

"Uncompetitive battery life"

The battery life is consistently cited as a significant drawback, falling short of competitors and only offering around 17 hours with ANC enabled.

"The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 3 Wireless builds upon the MOMENTUM line while retaining the same grade-A build quality and style."

The build quality is highly regarded, featuring premium materials like genuine leather and stainless steel, contributing to a luxurious and durable feel.

"The microphone quality is good and you will be easily heard if you are in a calm place, however there might be some problems in noisy environment."

Call quality is considered mediocre, with the microphone amplifying voices in a way that can cause clipping and struggle in noisy environments.

"Connection quality is excellent in part due to the Bluetooth 5.0 firmware and an array of high-quality Bluetooth codecs."

Connectivity is strong with Bluetooth 5.0 and multiple codecs, complemented by useful features like auto-pause/play, Tile tracking, and multipoint connectivity.

"The sound quality is the most important thing to me and although I would obviously have prefered a longer battery life, the fact that you can plub them in makes up for it."

The sound quality is frequently praised as excellent, especially when using the USB-C connection or after EQ adjustments, with many finding it superior to competitors.

"The headband was stiff and painful after a short while for people with glasses they may cause issues."

Multiple users report discomfort, particularly with the headband causing pressure or headaches, and issues for glasses wearers.

"But unfortunately, battery life on these headphones is out right disappointing given their price point."

The advertised 17 hours is often found to be optimistic, with real-world usage yielding less, though some users find it sufficient for daily use.

"The build quality is first class from the impeccable stitching on the genuine leather headband and ear cups to the beautiful matte steel yolks."

The use of premium materials like metal and genuine leather is consistently praised, contributing to a high-quality and durable feel.

"The microphone on these headphones get the job done but they’re not the best."

The microphone performance is widely criticized for being subpar, with users reporting muffled or unclear voices and issues with background noise.

"While the software for these is much less buggy and seemed to consistently work a lot better, the quality is on a similar level."

While features like multi-point connectivity and Tile tracking are appreciated, users frequently encounter software bugs and inconsistencies that detract from the experience.