Beats Studio Buds
Score: 81/100
EarFun Air 2
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Beats Studio Buds offer a bass-forward sound signature, solid ANC, and up to 8 hours of playback per charge in a lightweight, stemless design that works across Apple and Android devices.
The EarFun Air 2 offers excellent sound quality with LDAC support, long battery life and IPX7 protection, making it a strong choice for Android users and active lifestyles. Its lack of ANC and occasional LDAC stability issues keep it from being a premium contender.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8 hours | 9 hoursbest | |
— | 10 mmbest | |
— | 20 Hzbest | |
— | 20,000 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 5 g | 4.5 gbest |
12 months | 18 monthsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(1) | ||
Active Noise Cancellation | true | false |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 18 months |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 5.0 g | 4.5 g |
IP Rating | IPX4 | IPX7 |
Ear Tip Sizes | S, M, L | S, M, L, XL |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 8 hours | 9 hours |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers highlight the Studio Buds as a strong mid-tier contender, noting the dynamic, bass-enhanced sound profile and impressive ANC for the earbud size.
Users consistently praise the earbuds for their rich audio, solid battery life, and effortless pairing across devices. Common complaints focus on fit security, the less natural transparency mode, and the slippery case design.
Professional reviewers highlight the Air 2's clean, detailed sound and the rarity of LDAC support at its price point, noting the IPX7 rating and 40-hour battery life as class-leading, while pointing out the absence of ANC and occasional LDAC stuttering.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the sound quality, especially with LDAC, and the long battery life, but complain about LDAC stuttering, lack of ANC, and overly sensitive touch controls.
“Great sound for the price”
“Love the IPX7 rating, perfect for workouts”
“Multipoint works flawlessly with my phone and laptop”
