Bose SoundSport
Score: 62/100
Beats Powerbeats Pro Black
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Powerbeats Pro 2 are true-wireless sports earbuds featuring secure earhooks, active noise cancellation, and up to 45 hours of total playback. Their bulky charging case and limited color palette are notable trade-offs. Ideal for athletes within the Apple ecosystem seeking ANC and fitness tracking.
The Bose SoundSport Wireless earbuds offer a lightweight, sweat-resistant design with a secure StayHear+ fit and balanced sound. However, they are limited by a short 6-hour battery life and lack active noise cancellation. Ideal for runners and gym-goers who prioritize comfort and awareness over long listening sessions.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6 hours | 9 hoursbest | |
— | 24 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 120 minutesbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 22.7 g | 18.14 gbest |
9 metersbest | — | |
1best | 1best | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (Earbuds) (hours) | 6 hours | 9 hours |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | unspecified |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Total Weight (including case) (g) | 22.7 g | 18.14 g |
Fit Type | Semi-open | earhook |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers rate the SoundSport Wireless as good sports headphones with above-average sound quality, a comfortable and stable fit, and reliable Bluetooth connectivity, but they criticize the short battery life, poor noise isolation, and outdated charging and Bluetooth standards compared with newer Bose offerings.
Everyday users appreciate the secure StayHear+ fit, easy pairing, balanced sound and sweat resistance, while repeatedly noting the limited 6-hour battery, lack of noise isolation, and concerns about the durability of the micro-USB charging port.
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 that while the case is smaller than before, 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”
