Sennheiser CX True Wireless

“They pack some of the best sound you'll find in an affordable set of earbuds.”

Balanced audio, with forward lows and detailed highs ; App includes EQ and control adjustments ; Effective noise cancellation against lows

Noise cancellation can amplify high frequencies

Sennheiser's Accentum True Wireless earbuds produce adjustable, bass-rich sound and deftly cancel deep low-frequency noise for a reasonable $199.95.

Rich, bass-forward sound with high-frequency definition ; Adjustable EQ ; Water-resistant build ; Excellent battery life

In-canal fit can alter sound signature ; EQ could offer more precise control

Sennheiser's audiophile-friendly CX True Wireless earphones offer good battery life and high-quality audio performance for a refreshingly affordable price.

Restrained, stylish design ; Reliable fit ; Long battery life ; IPX4 water resistance ; Decent sound quality

No Active Noise Cancellation ; Poor call quality ; Too bulky for small ears ; Hit-and-miss touch controls ; No “find my earbuds” feature

The CX True Wireless earbuds get you signature Sennheiser sound, but sacrifice too much in the process. They are hard to recommend over their more feature-rich competition.

Decent microphone noise handling capability. Comprehensive control scheme. Minimal audio leakage. Great build quality. Excellent isolation against ambient chatter and high-pitched background noise. Stable, breathable fit. Full-featured companion app.

Bulky design protrudes from the ear. Poor mic recording quality. Struggle to block out bass-range ambient noise. Compact soundstage. No multi-device pairing.

The Sennheiser CX True Wireless are okay for neutral sound. Out-of-the-box, they have a somewhat warm, bass-heavy sound profile that adds thump and rumble to EDM and hip-hop tracks but can muddy some vocals and lead instrumentals. Their underemphasized...

Lightweight, super comfortable design ; Great audio quality ; Strong ANC ; Good battery life

Spotty call quality ; Lacks Spatial Audio

If you're looking for Sennheiser-quality audio without spending $300, the Accentum is a no-brainer. At $200, they're lightweight and incredibly comfortable with easy-to-learn touch controls. The audio quality isn't that far off from the pricier devices...

Decent sound quality

The Sennheiser CX True Wireless aren’t perfect, with issues in the high range audio, battery life concerns, and a lack of features like wireless charging and ANC holding them back from being great. If you want the perfect thing for a specific use case,...

Faithful audio reproduction ; Good passive isolation ; Very good battery life ; Solid build quality ; Complete application with many features ; aptX codec support ; IPX4

No ANC ; Boring design ; No wireless charging ; Microphone performance is average ; More expensive than the ANC-equipped competition

After complaining about the Nothing Ear (1), will I have the audacity to recommend the Sennheiser CX True Wireless? YES! The 8+ hour battery life is very good, the touch controls and EQ are extremely customizable thanks to the comprehensive companion...

Fabulous sound, provided you get the optimal fit.

No active noise cancellation. Maximum sound level could be higher. The silicone pillows often slipped out of our ears, we had to resort to alternative pillows.

Under optimal conditions, few people beat the Sennheiser CX True Wireless on sound quality. The sound is natural, balanced, with great overtones and a balanced bass. Simply musical.