As a general rule, I dont like true wireless headphones.

By far my biggest problem with true wireless headphones is lackluster sound, at least for the price.

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Review: Sennheiser’s Momentum True Wireless are the AirPods upgrade I’ve been waiting for

The MTW is designed smartly.

This cozy fit contributes to the fantastic isolation from the outside world some of the best in the category.

The controls are well thought out and work with minimal delay.

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Large touch surfaces let you control playback on the left ear, and smart features on the right.

It wouldve been nice to be connected to multiple devices at once, but this works fast enough.

The oddity is volume control, which you do by holding down on the left or right earbuds.

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I wish you could customize the buttons via Sennheisers Smart Control app though.

The charging case is the usual fare.

Its small, and getting the earbuds in and out is quick enough.

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I dont need to carry around an extra cable for something thats supposed to cut down on the wires.

Battery life on the earbuds themselves is good enough for my uses.

They charge quickly too, topped back up within the hour.

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And since the case uses USB-C, its easy to use your phone charger or even some laptop charges.

Unfortunately, some users are experiencing some problems with the charging case.

Those concerns acknowledged, lets return to the sound: The MTW is exquisite.

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Not just good enough for a commute but just flat-out good.

Treble is detailed and extends easily to the high end.

The MTW present ample detail in busy tracks, and do a decent job separating instruments during busy passages.

I personally toned down the bass a bit for a slightly flatter response.

Thankfully, the changes carry over to any other devices you pair them with.

My only wish is that they got a bit louder.

In case youre wondering what they sound like against Apples Airpods, theres no competition.

Moreover, the MTW has the most rock-solid Bluetooth connection Ive heard from this form factor.

Over several days with hours of listening indoor and out, sound never dropped out.

I cant even say that about some full-size Bluetooth headphones.

My list of complaints is small.

I wish the earbuds got a bit louder for tracks with wide dynamic range.

But thats about it.

Its everything I could ask for in a pair of true wireless earbuds.

Sennheiser hit the bullseye, and I expect these to become very popular, very fast.

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