If you are looking for a pair of wireless earbuds that can do more than just play music, you might want to check out the Sennheiser MOMENTUM Sport Health Sensor Earbuds. These earbuds are designed to be the ultimate fitness companion, as they can measure your heart rate and body temperature, as well as provide high-quality sound and comfort.
In this review, I will share my experience with the MOMENTUM Sport earbuds and tell you whether they are worth buying.
Design and Fit
The MOMENTUM Sport earbuds have a semi-open design, which means they do not seal your ear canal completely, but rather leave some space for ambient sound to enter. This is a good feature for safety reasons, as you can still be aware of your surroundings while exercising. However, it also means that the noise isolation and sound quality are not as good as fully closed earbuds.
The earbuds have an oval shape and a smooth surface, with touch controls on each side. The touch controls are responsive and easy to use, but they can also be accidentally activated when adjusting the earbuds. You can tap in front of your ear to control the volume, play/pause, skip tracks, and activate voice assistants. You can also swipe up or down to switch between different modes, such as music, fitness, and ambient sound.
The earbuds come with three sizes of ear tips and stabilizing ear fins, which help to secure them in your ears. The earbuds are comfortable and lightweight, and they do not fall out easily. They also have an IP55 rating, which means they are resistant to water and dust, so you can use them in various weather conditions. The earbuds have a battery life of about 7 hours, and the charging case can provide an additional 21 hours. The case is also IP54 rated, and it supports wireless charging.
Sound Quality and Performance
The MOMENTUM Sport earbuds use 10mm TrueResponse drivers, which are larger than most wireless earbuds. This results in a powerful and balanced sound, with deep bass, clear mids, and crisp highs. The sound quality is impressive for wireless earbuds, and it can rival some of the best wired headphones. The earbuds also support aptX and AAC codecs, which ensure a stable and high-quality Bluetooth connection.
The earbuds have a built-in microphone, which can be used for phone calls and voice assistants. The microphone quality is decent, but not exceptional. The voice clarity is good, but there is some background noise and distortion. The earbuds also have a feature called Transparent Hearing, which allows you to adjust the level of ambient sound that you hear. This can be useful for situations where you need to hear your surroundings, such as crossing the street or talking to someone.
Health Sensor Features
The MOMENTUM Sport earbuds have a unique feature that sets them apart from other wireless earbuds: they can measure your heart rate and body temperature. The earbuds have a built-in optical sensor and a thermoelectric sensor, which can detect the blood flow and the heat in your ear. The earbuds can then calculate your heart rate and body temperature, and display them on the Sennheiser Smart Control app. You can also sync the data with other fitness apps, such as Apple Health, Google Fit, Strava, and more.
The earbuds can also provide real-time feedback and coaching, based on your heart rate and body temperature. The earbuds can tell you if you are in the optimal zone for your fitness goal, whether it is fat burning, endurance, or performance. The earbuds can also give you tips and suggestions, such as adjusting your pace, breathing, or hydration. The earbuds can also play motivational music and sounds, such as cheering, clapping, or drumming.
The health sensor features are impressive and innovative, but they are not flawless. The accuracy of the heart rate and body temperature measurements can vary depending on the fit of the earbuds, the ambient temperature, and the intensity of the exercise. The earbuds can also lose the connection or the signal, especially if you move your head a lot. The feedback and coaching can also be annoying or distracting, especially if you prefer to listen to your own music or podcasts.
Conclusion
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM Sport Health Sensor Earbuds are a great option for fitness enthusiasts who want more than just music from their earbuds. The earbuds can measure your heart rate and body temperature, and provide feedback and coaching to help you achieve your fitness goals.
The earbuds also have a great sound quality, a comfortable fit, and a durable design. However, the earbuds are not perfect, and they have some drawbacks, such as the semi-open design, the touch controls, the microphone quality, and the accuracy of the health sensor features. The earbuds are also quite expensive, costing around $300.
If you are looking for a pair of wireless earbuds that can do it all, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM Sport Health Sensor Earbuds might be the ones for you. However, if you are looking for a pair of wireless earbuds that can just play music, you might want to look elsewhere.
