Beats Powerbeats Pro Black
Score: 70/100
Apple AirPods 4 with ANC and USB-C
Score: 81/100Rankings
Apple AirPods 4 with ANC deliver premium sound, pro-level noise cancellation and a feature-rich MagSafe case. The larger case and occasional control imprecision are notable trade-offs. Best suited for Apple users who need top-tier ANC and advanced health features.
The Beats Powerbeats Pro are classic sport earbuds with secure earhooks, 9 h of playback and an IPX4 rating. They miss newer features like ANC, wireless charging and health tracking. Suited for users who want reliable, bass-heavy sound without premium add-ons.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
24 hours | 30 hoursbest | |
9 hoursbest | 6 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 77.7 g | 61.4 gbest |
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Build & Design(2) | ||
IP Rating | IPX4 | IP54 |
Total Weight (Earbuds + Case) (g) | 77.7 g | 61.4 g |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (Total with Case) (hours) | 24 hours | 30 hours |
Battery Life (Earbuds Only) (hours) | 9 hours | 6 hours |
Controls(1) | ||
Touch Controls | false | true |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers highlight the Powerbeats Pro 2 as a major step forward for Beats sports earbuds, emphasizing the secure earhook fit, the addition of ANC and heart-rate monitoring, and the long 45-hour battery life. They also note the case is smaller than before, but its bulk remains a downside, and the limited color selection may deter style-focused buyers.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the stable, sweat‑proof fit and the powerful, balanced sound for workouts, while also valuing the long battery life and hands‑free controls. Recurring complaints focus on the still‑bulky charging case, occasional fit challenges for smaller ears, and the narrow range of available colors.
“most ambitious" with 20% lighter buds, smaller case, IPX4 rating, heart rate sensor, ANC (Beats' best)”
“"great for sports" with stable hooks, breathability, and easy controls”
“Excellent ANC for travel/commutes”
Professional reviewers commend the AirPods Pro 2 for its dramatically improved active noise cancellation, the powerful H2 audio processor, and new adaptive features like personalized Spatial Audio and Adaptive EQ. They also appreciate the upgraded microphones and rear vent for clearer calls, while noting the case's increased bulk and limited non-Apple customization as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users consistently applaud the strong ANC, natural Transparency mode, reliable battery life, and effortless pairing with iOS devices. Recurring complaints focus on occasional fit problems, imprecise swipe controls, and reduced battery endurance when using Spatial Audio, as well as the case's larger size.
