Earbuds usually die when their batteries do. Sennheiser’s Momentum True Wireless 5 are built so that doesn’t have to happen. Reviewers say that is the headline feature, though the sound is what most of them end up praising.
This piece summarises published reviews. It does not reflect hands-on testing by Ezetimes.
What is new
The Momentum True Wireless 5 are Sennheiser’s 2026 flagship in-ears, following the Momentum True Wireless 4, according to RTINGS. The design is new, with a different body shape, new colours and a redesigned case. Sennheiser also advertises better noise cancelling and Dolby Atmos audio.
TechRadar adds aptX Lossless streaming to the feature list.
The battery is user-replaceable.
Engadget lists the price as $299.95 and calls the model a significant upgrade at the same price as before.
Gizbot, reviewing the earbuds for India, gives a price of Rs 29,990. It describes Bluetooth 6.0, two-device multipoint and Google Fast Pair. It also notes that Dolby Atmos with head tracking is present.
Sound and fit
Sound is where the praise is most consistent. TechRadar says the earbuds sound better than rivals from Technics and JBL. It describes a neutral but non-fatiguing sound that suits critical listening. Gizbot’s reviewer heard a warm, full-bodied tuning with a richer low end than the previous generation.
Engadget also calls the sound balanced and warm. It says the buds are smaller and more ergonomic than before, and that it could wear them for hours at a time.
The new shape drops the stability fins of the last generation. RTINGS says the redesigned body still anchors well in the ear. It calls the fit very stable and comfortable, and the buds are rated IP54 for sweat and rain. Trusted Reviews is less sure. It says the seal is not quite what the older model gave, and that the buds feel looser. It adds that some people may prefer that.
Where reviewers disagree
Noise cancelling splits the critics. TechRadar says it is now only a slight step behind Apple, Bose and Sony, and that the gap barely matters for most people. Trusted Reviews calls the cancelling excellent but still slightly behind Sony and Bose. Engadget is harsher and lists lacklustre ANC among its cons.
Call quality is the clearest weak spot. Engadget calls it subpar. Trusted Reviews says it is still a weakness despite Sennheiser’s claims.
Battery life is adequate rather than remarkable. RTINGS measured about six and a half hours of continuous use with ANC on. Trusted Reviews says the battery meets the stated goals and quotes six hours with ANC. That should cover most long flights, RTINGS says, though longer trips mean returning the buds to the case.
The scores
- Trusted Reviews: five stars, calling them a fantastic pair of true wireless earbuds.
- Engadget: 8.4 out of 10.
- SoundGuys: 8.3 out of 10. It lists price, odd highs and no stabiliser as cons.
- Gizbot: 4.5 out of 5 for performance.
TechRadar’s verdict goes furthest. It calls them the new premium champions among earbuds. TechRadar also included them in its October 2026 roundup of top-scoring products.
Who should look
The case for these earbuds rests on sound, comfort and the chance they will last longer than most. TechRadar notes that other earbuds with replaceable batteries are expected eventually, and that many may cost less.
The reviews point to two compromises. People who take many calls may want to look elsewhere. Those who put noise cancelling first should compare against Sony, Bose and Apple. Reviewers largely agree those rivals still lead on that one feature.