Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Peony
Score: 71/100
Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Purple
Score: 86/100Rankings
Powerbeats Pro 2 are true-wireless sport earbuds with secure earhooks, ANC, and a massive 45 h total battery life. Their bulkier design, Lightning-only charging and occasional connectivity hiccups are trade-offs. Ideal for athletes entrenched in the Apple ecosystem who prioritize endurance and fit.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 are compact true-wireless earbuds with Silent Seal ANC and an 11 mm driver, offering solid sound and Google Assistant integration. Battery life is limited to roughly five hours with ANC and the case provides a modest 25-hour boost, while the IP rating and lack of wireless charging are notable compromises. Best suited for Android users who value Google services and ANC over extended runtime.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5 hours | 10 hoursbest | |
25 hours | 45 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 74.8 gbest | 77.7 g |
11 mmbest | — | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
3best | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Design(2) | ||
IP Rating | IP54 | IPX4 |
Total Weight (including case) (g) | 74.8 g | 77.7 g |
Battery & Power(4) | ||
Battery Life (Earbuds) (hours) | 5 hours | 10 hours |
Battery Life (Charging Case) (hours) | 25 hours | 45 hours |
Fast Charging Support | false | true |
Wireless Charging | false | true |
Controls(1) | ||
Touch Controls | true | false |
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Professional reviewers highlight the Pixel Buds Pro's comfortable fit and effective Silent Seal™ ANC, noting the 11 mm driver and 6 mm nozzle deliver solid audio across volume levels. They appreciate the intuitive touch controls and clear call performance, but point out the need for occasional fit tweaks during movement and the absence of adaptive volume control.
Everyday users praise the earbuds for their lightweight comfort, customizable tips, and reliable ANC that helps them stay focused during daily commutes and calls. Common complaints revolve around the earbuds shifting during activity, a desire for longer battery life, and the perception that the fit can feel slightly clogged if the tip size isn't ideal.
“Comfortable fit and useful ANC”
Professional reviewers commend the Powerbeats Pro 2 for their exceptionally secure earhooks, industry-leading battery endurance, and clear, detailed sound that improves on earlier Beats models. They also appreciate the addition of ANC, Transparency mode, heart-rate monitoring and recyclable packaging, while noting the earbuds' bulkier size, continued reliance on Lightning charging and the absence of an official IP rating as drawbacks.
Everyday users praise the earbuds for staying firmly in place during vigorous activity, lasting through long training sessions, and delivering powerful bass that motivates workouts. Common complaints revolve around the relatively large form factor, occasional connectivity hiccups, a bass-forward sound that can drown out vocals, and the inconvenience of Lightning-only charging.
