AirPods Pro 2 vs Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4

When mainstream perfection meets audiophile pedigree, you get one of the most interesting matchups in the earbud world. Apple's AirPods Pro 2 have become the default answer when someone asks what earbuds to buy, and for good reason. They do everything well, from noise cancelling that adapts on the fly to a comfort level that makes them disappear in your ears. Sennheiser's Momentum True Wireless 4 come from a completely different world, one where sound quality is not just a feature but the entire point. The difference is audible from the first note, with a clarity and warmth that makes the AirPods sound almost flat. Instruments have texture, vocals have presence, and the overall experience feels closer to a good pair of wired headphones than anything wireless has a right to sound like. They also run longer on a charge, which means more time in that sonic paradise. The catch is a higher price, a slightly bulkier fit, and ANC that does not quite match Apple's consistency. If you want the best all-around package, AirPods win. If music is everything to you, Sennheiser changes the game.