Beats Fit Pro Yellow
Score: 74/100
Nothing Ear (a) Black
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Nothing Ear (a) are lightweight true-wireless earbuds offering up to 42.5 hours of total playback and 45 dB hybrid ANC. They lack wireless charging and the microphones are mediocre, leading to occasional call quality issues. Ideal for budget-conscious users who value long battery life and customizable EQ.
Beats Fit Pro are true-wireless earbuds that combine a secure wing-tip design with adaptive ANC and Spatial Audio, delivering strong bass and quick-charge convenience. The case is bulkier than rivals and battery life shortens when ANC is active. Best for iPhone users and Android athletes who prioritize fit and bass over premium case features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
24 hours | 42.5 hoursbest | |
6 hours | 9.5 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 60 minutesbest |
9.5 mm | 11 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 5 minutesbest | 10 minutes |
— | 5,000 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 66.3 g | 59.6 gbest |
2 | 6best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Design(2) | ||
IP Rating | IPX4 | IP54 |
Total Weight (Earbuds + Case) (g) | 66.3 g | 59.6 g |
Battery & Power(3) | ||
Battery Life (Total with Case) (hours) | 24 hours | 42.5 hours |
Battery Life (Earbuds Only) (hours) | 6 hours | 9.5 hours |
Quick Charge Time (10 min boost) (minutes) | 5 minutes | 10 minutes |
Audio(2) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 9.5 mm | 11 mm |
Microphone Count | 2 | 6 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Beats Fit Pro for delivering a secure, workout-ready design, strong bass performance, and a feature set that mirrors Apple's premium AirPods Pro, including adaptive ANC and Spatial Audio, while noting the case's lack of premium accessories as a minor drawback.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the earbuds' comfortable, stable fit and bass-forward sound for exercise, as well as the quick-charge feature and seamless iOS pairing, while common complaints focus on reduced battery life with ANC enabled and the case's perceived bulkiness.
Professional reviewers commend the Ear (a) for delivering premium-level sound quality, a sophisticated adaptive ANC system, and a highly customizable app, all at a sub-$100 price point. They also note the low harmonic distortion and rapid charging as standout technical achievements, while pointing out the need for manual Fast Pair reconnections and the relatively modest microphone performance.
Everyday users love the earbuds' sleek transparent design, strong ANC for the price, lightweight comfort, and the long battery life provided by the case. Common frustrations revolve around occasional connectivity hiccups with iPhones, the need to re-pair after device power cycles, and the earbuds' microphone not being as clear as desired.
