The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 is set to launch on August 19, 2026, and will continue to cost 299.90 euros. This information comes from a leak on the French deal portal Dealabs, sourced by the typically reliable insider billbil-kun. The biggest change isn’t technical, but aesthetic: Sennheiser is doing away with the fabric cover on the charging case and removing the stabilizing wings on the earbuds.
Key Points at a Glance
- Price: €299.90 MSRP, identical to the predecessor
- Colors: Graphite, Crème, Copper, and Denim
- Design: Hard-shell case instead of fabric, more compact earbuds without fins
- Release date: likely August 19, 2026
- Status: unconfirmed; Sennheiser has not commented yet
Where the leak came from
The trail begins in South Korea. The first product images of the Momentum True Wireless 5 appeared on the website 0db.co.kr and shortly thereafter on Reddit; they apparently originated from a certification database. European pricing details were subsequently provided by billbil-kun via Dealabs —a leaker who has consistently been accurate in recent years regarding consoles, smartphones, and audio hardware.
Still, nothing is certain. Sennheiser has confirmed neither a release date nor the product itself, and there remains some uncertainty regarding the date in particular. Given the level of detail—specific color names, exact pricing, and finished product photos—there’s strong evidence that the announcement is imminent.
New Design: The Fabric Is Gone
Since the first generation, the fabric cover on the charging case has been the defining feature of the Momentum True Wireless series. It is precisely this feature that is now being dropped. In the leaked images, it’s replaced by a smooth hard shell that’s more reminiscent of a classic charging case than the tactile, unconventional design of its predecessors.
The earbuds themselves appear more compact and rounded. What’s more noticeable, however, is what’s missing: the small stabilizing wings that kept the Momentum True Wireless 4 in place in the ear. The Momentum True Wireless 5 apparently relies on a standard in-ear fit without additional stabilization.
Whether this is an improvement depends on the shape of your ear. For many users, the fins provided a secure fit during exercise, while for others, they caused pressure points after two hours. So far, skepticism has prevailed in the comments sections of the first leak reports: the hard-shell case seems a notch cheaper compared to the fabric case. How it feels in the hand will only become clear once the finished product is available.
Price remains at 299.90 euros
Sennheiser is standing firm on the price—in a good way. According to the leak, the Momentum True Wireless 5 will launch at the same MSRP as the Momentum True Wireless 4 did in early 2024: 299.90 euros. This is noteworthy because the manufacturer has taken a different approach with its over-ear models. The Momentum 5 Wireless costs 50 euros more than its predecessor.
For bargain hunters, the math is different anyway: The Momentum True Wireless 4 is now regularly available for around 180 euros, sometimes even less. Those who don’t necessarily need the latest generation can still get aptX Lossless, Auracast, and adaptive ANC at a significantly lower price. The previous model is available on Amazon, among other places.
Four Colors Instead of Gray on Gray
The Momentum True Wireless 5 is launching in four color options: Graphite (black), Crème (beige), Copper (brown), and Denim (blue). With this, Sennheiser remains true to the series’ understated color palette but expands it slightly. Denim is new to the lineup and is likely to be the most eye-catching option.
Technical Specs: Lots of Question Marks
This is where the leak ends. So far, there’s no reliable information on the Momentum True Wireless 5’s drivers, codecs, ANC performance, or battery life. The only point of reference is the predecessor, for which Sennheiser officially provides a spec sheet:
| Feature | Momentum True Wireless 4 | Momentum True Wireless 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Driver | 7 mm TrueResponse | Unknown |
| Frequency response | 5 Hz – 21 kHz | Unknown |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | Unknown |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive/Lossless, LC3 | Unknown |
| Battery (earbuds) | 7.0 h with ANC / 7.5 h without | Unknown |
| Total battery life | up to 30 hours with case | Unknown |
| Protection rating | IP54 (earbuds only) | Unknown |
| Weight | 6.2 g per earbud | Unknown |
| Charging | USB-C, Qi wireless | Unknown |
| MSRP | 299.90 euros | 299.90 euros |
| Colors | Graphite, White-Silver, Copper | Graphite, Cream, Copper, Denim |
Two areas for improvement come to mind. First, repairability: In the Momentum 5 Wireless model we tested, Sennheiser included a replaceable battery, thereby complying with EU ecodesign requirements. With true wireless earbuds, this is technically much trickier, but they’re heading in the right direction. Second, battery life—seven hours will be solid in 2026, but it won’t be enough to set them apart from the competition anymore.
How the Momentum True Wireless 5 stacks up
The 300-euro price range is crowded. Sony, Bose, Apple, and Technics are all vying for the same listeners, and Sennheiser has traditionally stood out for its sound quality, not for having the strongest ANC. The Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd gen) still leads the pack in noise cancellation—if you’re looking for an overview of the entire market, check out our roundup of the best in-ear headphones of 2026.
The timing is also interesting for another reason. In March 2026, Sonova announced it would divest its consumer division— Sennheiser is being sold. The Momentum True Wireless 5 is thus launching at a time when the brand itself is up for sale. So far, this hasn’t changed the product roadmap: First came the Accentum Clip, and now the flagship model follows.
Conclusion: A Cautious Generational Shift
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 looks like an update that takes more away than it adds—at least based on what the leak has shown so far. No fabric case, no fins, same price. Whether this is a cost-cutting measure or a deliberate simplification can only be assessed once the inner workings are out in the open.
Until then, August 19, 2026, remains on the calendar. We’ll update the official details as soon as Sennheiser releases them.
