Let me start by saying that Sennheiser clearly decided to flex their design muscles with the Accentum TW earbuds—and hey, who wouldn’t flaunt a Red Dot Design Award? It’s not like those are handed out like candy at Halloween, right? The earbuds are compact, sleek, and fit so well that even my perpetually fussy small ears begrudgingly accepted them. A true miracle.
Comfort and Fit
As a serial earbud quitter, I expected these to fall out the second I so much as tilted my head. Instead, they stayed put, as if glued by some mysterious earbud magic. Comfortable for hours on end, these little overachievers didn’t poke, prod, or give me the dreaded “why-do-I-do-this-to-myself” ear fatigue.
Sound and Performance
Now, about the sound quality: it’s clear and balanced with bass that doesn’t punch you in the face but gently reminds you it’s there. Is it concert-hall level? Maybe not. But for tiny speakers lodged in your ears, it’s impressive. Streaming music, taking calls, or drowning out reality with hybrid ANC—all smooth and satisfying. They even pair seamlessly with Bluetooth 5.3. And I say that as someone whose gadgets frequently pretend they don’t know each other.
The Case (and its Personality Flaws)
Ah, the case. Sleek and compact at about 2.4 x 2 x 0.8 inches, it slips into your pocket—or out of your fingers—like a polished stone. The clamshell design is elegant in theory, but in practice, opening it often feels like a game of how-many-hands-do-you-have. Worse, its slippery nature turns any accidental drop into a mini heart attack. If you’re on a plane, prepare to fish it out from under someone else’s seat.
And let’s not forget the charging light—by which I mean the tiny, dim speck that requires a flashlight and a prayer to locate. Charging itself is simple, though, whether you’re using USB-C or wireless Qi charging.
Battery Life
The 28-hour battery life is a game-changer. Sure, you’ll probably misplace the case long before you run out of juice, but it’s nice to know the earbuds can last longer than your average streaming binge.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve been eyeing a quality pair of earbuds but couldn’t justify the price tag, now’s the time to jump. The Accentum TW is on sale for $119, down from $199—a solid deal for a pair of earbuds with Sennheiser’s pedigree. They deliver on sound, comfort, and style. Just keep an eye on that case—it’s got the slipperiness of a greased watermelon and the opening mechanics of a puzzle box.
Ready to grab them? Don’t miss the sale. You can find them here.