Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds - Noise Cancelling, Heart Rate Monitor, IPX4, Up to 45H Battery & Charging Case, Works with Apple & Android - Quick Sand Quick Sand Powerbeats Pro 2

These were a gift I received from the basketball team I coach. I have always admired the Powerbeats from a distance but never owned a pair. I own the original Airpods Pro and Airpods Max as well as Soundcore Liberty Pro 3 & 4. My Airpods Pro are dying and the Max are uncomfortable when wearing my eyeglasses. On arrival, I was pleased with the sound. Not what I've typically come to associate with Beats. The bass didn't seem overdone. It was pleasant. Not as good as my Liberty Pro 3s but not bad either. I initially found them difficult to put in, but over the past month I've gotten better at it. Putting them on while wearing eyeglasses is still slightly tricky though. Speaking of eyeglasses, I'm always concerned about how any headphone that goes over the ear will feel while wearing glasses. Fortunately, I've had no issues with either eyeglasses or sunglasses while wearing these. I've worn them 4+ hours with no discomfort at all. Finding the right tips takes time. I've gone back and forth between the mediums, which come installed, and the larges. I even ordered the Comply foam tips for comparison. For now I've settled on the large silicon tips which seam to provide the best seal. Noise cancellation is on par with all my other buds as well as the Airpods Max. There is just the slightest hiss when ANC is turned on. I don't think I've ever noticed that with the Airpods Pro or Max but it's definitely lower than all of my Soundcore buds. Ironically, the ANC is not nearly as good as Bose QC headphones, but I can't stand the sound of the Bose at all. I've had them just about a month now. Overall I'm pleased. I recently got back from a cruise and took these and my Liberty Pro 4s with me. The Beats got way more use mainly because of the phenomenal battery life. I recharged once toward the end of our 7 day cruise. I would say I used ANC approximately 50% of the time. Usually when reading in a crowded area of the ship. On one at sea day, I put them on and just walked around the deck of the ship for hours. I think I covered 7 miles alternating between an audiobook and music with ANC on. No discomfort and the battery may have gotten down to 50%. The case is still a behemoth compared to other earbuds but it is pocketable unlike previous versions. The big marketing point for these is the heart rater monitor (HRM). I've actually not used it for a few reasons. I am mainly a cyclist and have used Strava for years for log my rides along with a chest strap HRM. I also use Strava for walks, runs, etc. Powerbeats Pro does not work with Strava, at least not now. Additionally, I have an Apple Watch which takes precedence over the Powerbeats for any app that does support it. I guess what I'm saying is that I've yet to find a practical use for the HRM in the Powerbeats Pro. After all, what good is heart rate without a bunch of other metrics such as time, distance, etc. And if you're using a fitness watch to capture those, they likely also capture heart rate. That means the only way the Powerbeats HRM is of use is if you only use your phone during your workout. To me that's just impractical. Online reviews also seriously question its accuracy. At this point I doubt I'll ever use it. Being in the Apple ecosystem is a bonus and I appreciate the device switching between my Mac Mini and AppleTV. As for value, I have never paid full price for any of my earbuds including the Airpods Max and I wouldn't do so for these either. If you can catch a sale or use a gift card toward them, I'd recommend that. At this price point, I expect better ANC. This ANC is good, but not great. The sound quality is good, but can be had for less. The Soundcore Liberty Pro 3 may be the best wireless earbuds I've ever used and only cost $129. The HRM is largely impractical. The battery life and comfort are probably the biggest selling points for the Powerbeats Pro. And the case is still huge. AppleCare is definitely recommended. I also had it with my Airpods and did use it once for a replacement bud.

Amazing sound, amazing weight fit perfect, simply THE BEST….

Absolutely amazing quality and sounds! They are so comfy!

I’ve been using the Powerbeats Pro 2 in Quicksand for a while now, and they exceeded my expectations! The fit is secure, making them perfect for intense workouts, running, and lifting—they don’t fall out, no matter how much I move. The sound quality is crisp with deep bass, and the noise cancellation does a great job of blocking out distractions. Battery life is 🔥—I get hours of playback without constantly recharging. Also, the charging case is compact, making it easy to carry around. The Quicksand color looks sleek & unique—a nice neutral tone that stands out without being too flashy. 🎧 If you're looking for wireless earbuds that stay in place, sound amazing, and work great for workouts and daily use, these are 100% worth it! ✅ Pros: Secure fit, great sound, strong battery, stylish design ❌ Cons: Case is a little big, but still portable 💯 Highly recommend for fitness & everyday use! 🚀

I've had these for a few days now, and I also have the Airpods Pro (2n gen) and the Bose QuietComfort II, and Bose 700s. Airpods Pro - never bothered to use them, as I always felt uncomfortable that they will fall out, which of course they do sometimes. The Bose headphones are pretty much as good as it gets to wireless noise-cancelling sound, and these aren't that - what these are, are workout earbuds that sync PERFECTLY with all your Apple devices and allow you to work or watch videos without covering your head. I found that the small form factor vs headphones makes you feel more "free" and connected with your surrounding environment, whereas when I put my Bose wireless headphones on, it's the best for "hunkering down" and getting deep focus work done. I've done a lot of research on wireless earbuds and these simply seem like the best ones, if you want good sound AND secure fit in your ears. So, that's why these are a solid 4/5 - they are pricey, BUT if you have $200+ to spend, you won't be disappointed.