Beats Studio Buds Black
Score: 76/100
Marshall Motif II with ANC
Score: 77/100Rankings
Marshall Motif II true-wireless earbuds combine IPX5 sweat resistance, customizable touch controls, and up to 43 hours total battery life with ANC. Their ANC and codec support are modest, and they lack voice-assistant integration. Perfect for commuters and workout enthusiasts who want durable earbuds with decent ANC.
The Beats Studio Buds are true-wireless earbuds offering active noise cancellation and an IPX4 sweat-resistant design, delivering up to 8 hours of playback with ANC and a total of 36 hours from the case. They lack wireless charging and have occasional fit issues for some users. Ideal for commuters and fitness enthusiasts who value cross-platform compatibility and compactness.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8 hoursbest | 6 hours | |
— | 9 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 58 g | 50 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 5 minutesbest | 15 minutes |
13 mmbest | 6 mm | |
— | 16 Ωbest | |
— | 10 mbest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (ANC On) (hours) | 8 hours | 6 hours |
Quick Charge Time (minutes) | 5 minutes | 15 minutes |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
Audio(2) | ||
Noise Cancellation Type | Active Noise Cancelling | Active |
Driver Size (mm) | 13 mm | 6 mm |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 58 g | 50 g |
IP Rating | IPX4 | IPX5 |
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Professional reviewers highlight the Studio Buds + for its reengineered acoustic platform, two-layer transducers and Fast Fuel quick-charge, delivering richer bass, clearer calls and longer battery life than the original model. They also commend the IPX4 rating, cross-platform pairing and Class 1 Bluetooth range, while noting the absence of wireless charging and a lower waterproof rating compared with top competitors.
Everyday users consistently praise the earbuds for their balanced, studio-like sound, reliable Bluetooth connectivity and comfortable, secure fit during workouts. Common frustrations revolve around the need to purchase a separate USB-C charging adapter and occasional fit mismatches when eartip sizes are not ideal.
Professional reviewers commend the Motif II for its enjoyable, balanced sound, substantial battery upgrades and the addition of Bluetooth 5.3 multipoint. They appreciate the rugged Marshall aesthetic and the improved ANC, though they acknowledge that the noise cancellation is not elite and the lack of high-resolution codecs limits audiophile appeal.
Everyday users love the marathon battery life, comfortable fit and the punchy Marshall-style sound, especially for commuting and workouts. Common praise centers on the sturdy build, IPX5 resistance and the convenience of quick charging. Recurring complaints involve ANC falling short in very loud environments, touch controls being overly sensitive, and occasional hiccups with multipoint device switching.
