The H1 chip found in the Beats Fit Pro was a great leap in Apple ecosystem integration and connectivity performance over the W1 chip. The Apple AirPods Pro 2 really separate themselves from the Beats Fit Pro thanks to the performance boosts of the H2 chip. The AirPods Pro, on the other hand, are available in white and…white.īoth cases can fit easily in a pocket, but the AirPods Pro 2 case is a bit smaller. The Beats also come in seven different colors-Black, White, Coral Pink, Volt Yellow, Tidal Blue, Stone Purple (pictured), and Sage Gray.

Unless you are after the iconic look of the AirPods (or are the slightly smaller case), the Beats Fit Pro are the more comfortable and stable choice while offering the same water-resistance rating. At 45.6 grams, Apple’s case is also 9 grams lighter and, perhaps more importantly, more compact, opting for a rectangular shape instead of square. The AirPods Pro 2 are barely lighter than the Beats Fit Pro-coming in at 5.4 grams per earbud versus 5.6 grams for the Beats. Just don’t try and rinse them off in the sink afterward. In terms of waterproofing, both earbuds have an IPX4 rating, so unless you sweat a good deal, they’ll hold up during exercise. It comes down to a matter of preference as to which you prefer, as both the Apple and the Beats control responsiveness is excellent and fast. In another nod to the traditional, the Beats have a button on the outside of the earbuds for all controls. Technically the capacitive sensor is along the front facing side of the stem, marked by an indentation, but anytime I’ve tried to use just one finger without my thumb to stabilize, I end up jostling the earbud’s position in my ear. As opposed to tapping the outward facing side of the AirPods for playback control or feature activation, the earbuds require a pinch of the stem.

It’s a significant improvement over the AirPods in fit if you plan on using your earbuds during workouts, or just want the comfort of knowing they’re not going to fall out as you rush for the bus.Īnother hate it or love it feature that continues with the AirPods 2 is pinch controls. The Beats Fit Pro on the other hand use a combination of ear tips and a wing that keeps them snuggly secured in the ear. For workouts or any vigorous activity, they still feel on the verge of slipping out. The AirPods (in any incarnation) have never been the most comfortable or securely fitting earbuds, but with the second generation there’s been definite improvement to fit, especially for everyday general use. Whether or not you’re a fan, the AirPods Pro have an iconic look and Apple made little change with the AirPods Pro 2. The wing on the Beats Fit Pro give them a more secure fit than the stem-style AirPods Pro 2.

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