Beats Fit Pro review: Goodnight, AirPods Pro?

[@CNET]

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[@TheLUDawgg]

Beats Fit Pro - awesome sound and noise cancelling. I crashed on the bike recently, guess what the buds were still snug in my ears, music playing like nothing had happened 😅

[@amabee92]

😂

[@xredrum41x]

These just got leaked and then suddenly released?! Wild. Really good colors.

[@canyonblue737-8]

it was leaked on october 18th with release date of november 1 revealed then, with PR photos of the product leaked about a week later along with a paparazzi photo of some celebrity wearing them around then.

[@miyukianderson5202]

@@canyonblue737-8 you my

[@billjamal4764]

I'm pretty disappointed by the colors, but I guess that's just preference

[@razorback9926]

These are my favorite buds. The old around the ear band irritated my ear, and were a problem wearing glasses. These sound great and the Bose-style wingtips lock them in the ear securely. And comfortably.

[@kierenmoore3236]

The only reason I’d go back to Beats from my AirPods Pro was precisely for the wraparound security, for running, gym, etc …

[@rambeezy]

Like Powerbeats that have Been out? Lol

[@kierenmoore3236]

@@rambeezy … yes: I had the corded ones for the same application, years back; I’m starting to sound like an old man, with my accumulating tales of former technologies “I remember …” … 😏

[@chrisbane6751]

the apple pros fall out of my ears more often than the originals. I'll probably try the beats

[@dokkey]

@@chrisbane6751 Weird, mine have never fallen out since i got them. It must just depend on your ears.

[@ohreally4752]

@@chrisbane6751 same here. thinking about the 3rd gen or these

[@ramonehenry8491]

These guys do really good reviews, very thorough and descriptive information. Thanks for your hard work guys.

[@DefinitelyNotMyRealName]

Agreed. I like this guy’s review style.

[@mikelisteral7863]

nobody ever talking about how noise cancelling gives tons of people nausea and is unusable

[@JD-co4hx]

The head tracking version of spatial audio has really grown on me and has become noticeable Ina negative way when I switch from my AirPods Pro to other headphones. It’s more and more amazing the more I use it.

[@MmMm-dj1gy]

In what situations do you use it?

[@kek4543]

Head tracking is so annoying. If I turn my head to the left or right the sound just moves to one of the buds.

[@JD-co4hx]

@@kek4543 That's kind of the whole point. If you're at a live show and turn your head left most of what you hear will be going into your right ear.

[@treykd3288]

So do these beats have it.

[@kek4543]

@@treykd3288 yes but it sucks. Just use fixed spatial audio not head tracking.

[@ENG28]

3:06 the fact there's more than 195K unread emails, kind of makes me uneasy😟

[@Sunshinespeck]

P.S. I actually liked the Powerbeats pro ear hooks. They worked well for me. In fact these are the only headphones I’ve beeb using for years because they stay in my ear so well. While Apple AirPods pro are collecting dust in my desk. I’ve been waiting for Powerbeats pro 2! But let’s try these for now.

[@grizzyozz2992]

Been looking for some good workout/running buds for a month now trying to replace my Galaxy buds Pro. Only real option out there for me was the jaybirds vista 2s because of the wing and the physical button (can't stand touch controls) but hesitated based on connection issues I read that it has on the reviews. Was about to just settle for them but now these suddenly come out with a wing and a physical button so these beats are PERFECT for me. Instant buy when they come out 👌

[@air90air]

I bought the vista 2s. Liked the fit since i have weird ears. But the buttons would be a lot of a miss than a hit. I would double press to skip tracks and half the time, it pauses the music as it would register 1 press. For noise cancellation, you have to double tap. I would have to try about 5 times before it would register. Got the beats fit pro, what a night and day difference!! Noise canceling was way superior and my presses work on the first try. Returned my vistas. On an iPhone btw.

[@BacheweyChomp5150]

Reviews don’t get any better. Thank you for such a thorough breakdown of these earbuds.

[@ztw2002]

My Powerbeats 3 had so many issues such as left ear piece is not charging and not connecting to my phone. I just preordered this one and hopefully it works better

[@EvilEvoVIII]

I’ve been burned by this issue as well and waiting on picking these up. Good luck!

[@alyssasade3665]

Been nine months. How are they?

[@PersonaN007Grata]

I love my Powerbeats Pro because of the ear hooks. Recently bought the Beats Studio Buds thinking I’ll use them casually but they stay in so well that now I don’t really even use the Powerbeats Pro. The only thing I miss is the physical volume button. But apparently you can program the button on the Beats Fit Pro to work as your volume button so I may pick up a pair soon.

[@BlackHawkPSU]

I have the Fit Pro and the cheaper Studio Buds and I have to say the Studio Buds sound much better with music! I'm disappointed with the Fit Pro when it comes to music.

[@DPauyo76]

Just purchased these yesterday and loving them! The sound’s bass is much better and I love the snug fit! 😀❤️🎧

[@Christian-gw5ld]

Been Using the beats for over a month. great set of buds. this case just feels very jeep and the top moves around alot.

[@idrissamorehouse5776]

Thank you sooo much for your breakdown on the tip design!! I have the GALAXY BUDS but i cant get them to stay in! Thats why im here -looking to try a pair of good buds with the fins to give that confidence when im using them for scooter rides or hiking -nice thorough piece :)

[@SomeJohndoe]

Finally some wing tips and proper apple intergration. The apple version galaxy buds pro replacement i have always wanted. I have the studio buds but i wish they had optional wingtips. Then bud wingtip design of the galaxy buds was always something i loved

[@UnToughtReaper1]

I wanted AirPods Pro for the features but never pulled the trigger because I needed wing tips 100%. These are perfect they even look better

[@lincolnliking]

That table giving me Flossy Carter vibes

[@manmorales16]

I want these but I love my Powerbeats pro so much

[@kianabrown2865]

I’m switching my AirPods Pro for these. I’m tired of my AirPods falling out of my ears all the time. I can’t wait to try these out when they come in the mail today.

[@crazyvideogames101]

How is it?

[@kianabrown2865]

@@crazyvideogames101 I absolutely love them! They were very much worth the investment. I love that I can run, walk, whatever, and they don’t fall out! I highly recommend!

[@crazyvideogames101]

@@kianabrown2865 Good to hear thanks :)

[@needleontherecord]

I’m still happy with my Powerbeats pro and they don’t fall off / out

[@Sunshinespeck]

Me too! They last a long time too!

[@dylanbigley6905]

My powerbeats pro battery life sucks cause I used them 8hr a day for 3 years so I need these

[@oldschoolgmail]

Hardly any bass on these just like my airpod pros but they stay in my ears at the gym and that's what I needed them for.

[@PJ_Rain]

Is the noise cancelling good?

[@PJ_Rain]

And is the wingtip hook thing uncomfortable at all?

[@vakama94]

Man, I was waiting for Beats to release a newer version of the powerbeats exactly because of the ear hook, that's too bad. These definitely look good though, but I do hope we get the red color soon and new powerbeats or something that has the ear hook

[@kek4543]

The fit on these is just as good as the Powerbeats. Overall better sound quality too.

[@Gem-n-life]

I usually go for the ear hook as well. I always have trouble with earbuds fitting my ears, no matter how many adapters. I’ve waited quite a few years, to order another pair of beats wireless. I am extremely pleased with these.

[@opiniontechy2233]

Flossy Carter speaks the truth 🔥

[@j.martinez4798]

I just returned my AirPods Pro and got this ones. Waaaaay better

[@antonioisacommonname6550]

The new AirPods?

[@DarkRogueSpartan]

H1 chip sealed the deal for me, so frustrated that the studios didnt have auto switching between devices. But not putting wireless charging in something named pro in 2021 is pretty unacceptable…

[@DefinitelyNotMyRealName]

Wired charging will always be technically superior.

[@BlackHawkPSU]

H1 chip... I don't care, I have both the Fit Pro and the cheaper Studio Buds and the Studio model sounds way better!

[@puritbhardwaj7235]

Wireless charging isnt as practical for me ive used it 1-2 times in my phone and its 2 years old

[@_Paul_N]

I use a charging station for my phone, watch, and Pods, but USB-C will ALWAYS charge much faster than any charge pad.

[@Lukemasonmedia]

Lmaoooo imagine being mad that you’re being scammed. Never have used a wireless charger for anything and never have seen a reason to. Just another gimmick to waste money on

[@yvaine1779]

Hi! Thank you so much for sharing this. I am getting my new Beats Fit Pro today, so I haven't tried them yet, but I have litterally have no other plugs to compare them with, cause I`ve only used headset, and a bad one at that (exept for when I am gaming, then I use Logitech, and I am very satisfied with those). So I can`t wait until I get them today. I ordered them so I can use them on the bus. So I hope I will also be comfortable and totally satisfied with these. I also ordered them in Lilac/Purple colour :D

[@Anna-vz5jl]

How are they

[@drop-d-extreme7167]

I think, for the first time ever, i'm going to walk away from beats. I had a lot of issues with the powerbeats pro's and i really feel the sound quality is not advancing.

[@FranklynGrullon]

Don’t do it! I bought about 7 truly wireless headphones, then returned them and by far the Powerbeats pros with the ear hook were the best sounding Bluetooth headphones. Everything else just felt like the maximum volume was capped and they were never loud enough.

[@canyonblue737-8]

don't do it. i've had the powerbeats pro for years, the airpod pros and then the studio buds earlier this year. the studio buds sound every bit as good as the airpods pro (better highs and mids and good but not overpowering bass) and all the case issues etc. are fixed (i had the same misery for years with PBP). the problem with the studio buds is they didn't all the cool little apple things like autopause, autoswitching, spatial audio, and the ANC and transparency aren't as good as airpods pro. they also don't fall out of my ears running or working out but loosen every so often. the wings on fit pro will fix that (it really locks them in) and then it fixes everything else... great sound, even better bass that studio buds, all the apple goodies the airpods pro have AND it has the superior ANC and transparency of the airpods pro too. it's basically an airpod pro with slightly better bass and a design that lacks stems and fits more securely.

[@Kali-Ikigai]

I have the Powerbeats Pro. They’re great except for the allergic reaction I get from the silicone used to make them☹️

[@Kjaywest]

I’m not a purple guy but that purple one looks good. Like really good.

[@darthvader7010]

Purple? I thought it looked pink?

[@eastgroom793]

I didn’t think I was a purple guy, but I might be now

[@hims2313]

Would you recommend these beats fit pro over AirPods Pro 2? I am getting this at least 100 euros cheaper. I am glued into the the Apple ecosystem completely. However, want to be sure if it’s worth the extra 100 bucks for AirPods Pro. Thanks for a great and useful review, I have tried them and they sound great and for sure and fit well for a workout session.

[@soculese]

Great review. Seems like Apple is positioning beats against their own product and winning. Not sure what they are trying to do here.

[@yorkieadventure]

Probably gonna do a yearly switch on which headphones are better. One year the AirPods will be the best and next year beats will be better? That way you’re always buying the latest and greatest

[@lgbthc231]

Especially since they’re SIGNIFICANTLY cheaper than the airpod pros

[@Knty]

Beats are also their own product, just some product diversification :)

[@soculese]

Totally agree. It is interesting to see that Apple has not cannibalized them and left them for dead. Seems like they are pushing them as well as they push AirPods.

[@HR-ms6ed]

@@lgbthc231 huh ? I see the pros are 179 while the brats fit are 199

[@feeeeeed]

I was waiting for these !

[@steadfast78]

“Apple wins either way…” lol. More choices for consumers too.

[@crowpotking1100]

yeah, but this fake competition makes me uneasy. it doesn't matter how many options there are if they are all controlled by the same company.

[@sebastienc.2257]

@@crowpotking1100 There are countless other brands: Sony, Bose, Samsung, senheizer (I forgot how to spell this brand), smaller budget brands like skull candy and much more.

[@akshatjain7005]

@@sebastienc.2257 Sennheiser

[@Breaks4Breaks]

I’d hate to see your face once you see how much Samsung controls Korean society with their choices.

[@crowpotking1100]

@@sebastienc.2257 ik. I'm just saying as the big companies buy the others to get better products, but just keep the brand it makes it seem like false competition. I know that other companies exist.

[@brentplummer1934]

Your headphone reviews are always excellent. Thanks.

[@javtimestwo]

Thanks for this detailed review. The Power Beats Pro is my go to. I prefer the big ear hook for that added security. I never worry about the buds falling off or out. Previously, the wing tip for me is uncomfortable even after wearing for a short amount of time. I'm not a fan of any of these colors either so more reason for me to stick with what I have.

[@captainbaldbeard7968]

I've basically shelved my APP's after buying these. These are perfect for work, the gym, and everywhere in between.

[@maiaki8703]

Nothing can beat the powerbeat pro it can stay in your ears firmly and will never fall off even when you do a box jump workouts

[@TheJayron850]

I’ve had my power beats pro over two years. I’ve noticed my battery life beginning to decline. I really want the transparency mode and the noise canceling feature. So I’m making the switch

[@joamettorresortiz9271]

Did u charged the case always? Or just charged the earbuds till the case was fully drained?

[@TheJayron850]

@@joamettorresortiz9271 I charged the earphones until the case was fully drained mostly.

[@joamettorresortiz9271]

@@TheJayron850 dont do that always check the percentage of the case battery level charged it at 30 or 25% to 80% if u want to preserve the battery life it will make sure it doesnt degrade as fast as charging it to 100 percent just like phones if u use a fast charge for your phone in a hot surface it will probably degrade more if u have the app for the headphones u should check percentage of the case

[@jvpwmedia]

I straddle the line between Apple and Android so feels like these are the perfect middle ground. Thanks for the review!

[@petesilvestri]

Damn… I just bought the AirPod pros… but I’ll definitely be buying these

[@stroshow5]

Why?

[@SecretStrategist]

call quality is what i suffer most from powerbeats pro, have to always remove them. the example here is apt.

[@saulalvarez5727]

Thanks for saying about the base.I have the power beats pro and I have to have a base that I can hear

[@joem7023]

Just picked up a pair for $125 brand new. Hope I did alright.

[@Jumpeex]

Glad I waited, I was going to buy the studio buds…

[@mrblondre]

Same here. I was just about to buy studio buds yesterday :)

[@xray1095]

@Grand Imperius I had two pairs and both of them were defective

[@PersonaN007Grata]

You know what’s also great about the Powerbeats Pro? Volume buttons. Glad you can configure that into the buttons.

[@Aphrodite01]

You can adjust volume on these or use your phone or Apple Watch. These are more comfortable than Powerbeats & sound better.

[@bittiapina]

Good review! Why they couldn't just make that purple version the same purple as the purple iPhone and iPad is beyond me. From what I can tell it's more pink than purple which is a big meh for me. Grey ones it is then.

[@lisamccray9079]

Do they come 🤔 in light blue 💙💙?

[@Sacto1654]

Bad news though: this could mean Beats will drop both the Powerbeats (4th generation) and Powerbeats Pro very quickly in favor of the Beats Studio Buds and Beats Fit Pro.

[@antbrooks1625]

They just did. Right on time.

[@alanschmitt9865]

I had no interest in these until I saw the lavender color. Damn you, Apple!

[@joeferreria]

Great review, it covered everything I wanted to know. No beating around the bush, kudos to

[@_Paul_N]

They’re both made by Apple so it’s a win/win regardless of which one you choose 😂. On the other hand, Beats Fit works for both Android/IOS so it’s the complete package.

[@johndoe3485]

bros, my ears hate in earbuds. But i dont like overhead phones because even though i worn them at work for 2 years straight and all my coworkers look at me weird. I want in ear out of boredom. But bought Jabra 7 elite pro , got Apple Airpods pro 2 gen and Sony Linkbuds S. No joke, the Sony Linkbuds S fit the best and are the best out of all of them. But, my problem is still i want a pair that WONT fall out . I bought the Jabra cuz the reviews said itz the best for not falling out or loosing seal, not true for me. So for me these beats is the last ditch effort to see if there is earbuds that wont slip out or fall out . But if i was smart, i should just go to over head and destroy all the problems that way. But im not smart ✌️

[@chuck7415]

At :30 I swear I thought I heard my cat knocking something off the table behind me!

[@connorhalleck2895]

These are great headphones, but I've ordered 2 pairs and they both have the same hissing/rattling the left bud, and there are many threads on MacRumors, Apple Support, and Reddit where people are experiencing the same issue. I'm going to return and try a third pair (fingers crossed) but I just wanted to point out this issue to other viewers. All the good reviews of these headphones are true, but they don't address this potential issue.

[@louisarron3599]

Please let Carnoy come.

[@flossyflue4305]

I like the powere Beats Pro as they stay in my ears, but without the good anc and transparency.

[@andressinks]

I'm using powerbeats pros and airpod pros AND soundcore liberty 2 pros. Thinking grabbing the liberty 3 pros. The price is better along with sound, ANC and transparency.

[@Justin_tech]

Of course they announce these right after I buy a new pair of AirPods Pro...I want these instead!

[@4lf1nf]

3:07 damn... that email notification

[@BusterDarcy]

I’m still blown away at how well the AirPods 3 stay in my ears, even when running and jumping. I had the wrap around Powerbeats pros since previous AirPods just fell out and i don’t like jamming a tip in my ear. I’d say try the AirPods 3 before going this route, you may not need tips and wings to get a secure fit.

[@slingsandarrows]

I'd really like some advice from those that already own the Beats Fit Pro. I own the AirPods Pro and the Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds. IMO the Sony's have excellent sound and the ANC is top notch. But, these buds become uncomfortable after about 30 minutes and I really miss having hands-free Siri and having my texts announced to me. On the other hand I really like the AirPods Pro except that when I use them with Apple's ear tips they keep feeling like they're going to fall out. So I've resorted to using the Comply ear tips with them. This works but the Comply tips get expensive after while for what you get out of a pair and they to become uncomfortable after while. I know the Beats Fit Pro won't measure up to the Sonys when it comes to ANC, but, are the beats on the same level as the AirPods Pro in terms of ANC? I'm seen a lot of reviews saying they are the same and some saying it's not as good. So I'd like to get the opinions of people that actually own the Beats Fit Pro.

[@juanvillagar2958]

i'll get my pair in a couple days, and my brother has a pair of airpods pro i can test with, i'll let you know if they are in the same level

[@fernumi4049]

@@juanvillagar2958 come back ! we need your thoughts on it !

[@juanvillagar2958]

@@fernumi4049 i will be honest, i returned the next day because they personally would hurt my ears after 20 mins or so, but the sound was good and the ANC was pretty much tied with the airpods pro. it was pretty good. another reason i returned them was the build quality of the case. man it feels really cheap and the lid has a horrible rattle that i just can't justify for $200, but the buds themselves were good, just not for me.

[@omarstewart7881]

This was great information to help me make a final decision. Ive been needing some good wireless bluetooth head phones.

[@bencrompton3497]

Great review - gave me the confidence I wanted to go with these. That email inbox was freaking scary, though!

[@gerlunatorres]

Everytime a new comparision with airpods pro comes out, I hear the "not as good as the Air pods Pro" So, there is not "Good night, Air pods Pro?"

[@richdagsher2931]

I loved these headphones, but unfortunately they didn’t fit my ears well. They started hurting so bad I had to return them. The noise canceling and sound quality was very good though!

[@LCOF]

Might have to pull the trigger on these. Looks like Apple have retired the Powerbeats Pro line.

[@jimnewtonsmith]

It would be great if the colours matched the new iMacs and/or HomePod minis

[@yesenia-romero]

I'm in love with these. I got the pink purplish color. I made an unboxing on it 💜

[@gregleuze6657]

I just bought mine today. I need all around ear buds and I feel the advantage goes to the Beats as there is additional stability when exercising. Time will tell. I looked for an app for the Beats but I must be missing it. Where do you configure these?

[@alienNnja]

😮 I didn’t know about the volume control thx! Didn’t see that tip on any other reviews

[@coolsand]

I want to love the AirPods 3, the make and tech is just amazing; but the damn things just don’t stay in my ears :( Keep worrying about them falling off if I am walking. I may get the Beats pro after this review

[@GearWave]

Thanks for the review. LOVE the view and colors of the sky from your rooftop. I'm looking at these and the NEW Senheiser Momentum 3's. Which do you prefer?

[@sonicmagnus5312]

i get money in various parks ( calisthenics ) plus hit the steel from time to time but i still went with Beats Studio 👂🏽 buds ( red ) probably will still get these ( Lavender ! just cause )

[@ROy696]

just bought the studio buds and then they release this ones with the hole package come on!! not all of us are rich XD

[@jayp1034]

I always liked my beats pro but then I had issues with them charging. Only one side would charge in the case. I’d have to hold and press and monitor them to make sure both sides were charging until I got fed up and bought the AirPod pros. I want to try these but I don’t want that same issue :/

[@jamied8667]

I had the PBP’s and had the same issue for charging them! I got the Fit Pro’s and they seem to have a much stronger magnet to ensure you’ll be charging them every time

[@youtubeuniversity.]

That's the same issue I have been having with my beats pro. So I just ordered the Beats Fit Pro. I hope it's worth it. 🙏

[@DefinitelyNotMyRealName]

The ANC is better for me, I assume it’s because of the way they fit. With Comply foam tips TrueGrip™ TW-200-C the sound is incredible, with even better ANC.

[@darydavid4067]

This is amazing new earbuds overall

[@hgonz14]

Just picked these up on sale today for $160 hopefully these are worth it as an android user who needs a set for the gym. Using the liberty 3 pro and Sennheiser MTW3s for daily drivers.

[@alyssasade3665]

How are they?

[@hgonz14]

@@alyssasade3665 they are worth it. Just get them on sale

[@kankomt]

My next earbuds for sure. Thanks

[@adavid9155]

Pink or lavender, I like the color 😊

[@adamfraser83]

I’d like to know how the actual buds charging is. Because my power beats pro are great but they are so hard to get to charge in the case.

[@woahasmurf7878]

Same, for some reason only one side charges

[@nomadjedimaster7690]

Nice ,I picked studio buds,and will pick these up due to your review,appreciate it.

[@mikeyoung2862]

I just bought a pair of these, to be honest, I was expecting a better sound, they are a good fit, although I find my ear a bit sore after a few hours, there is no way to improve your sound preferences which I would assume normal practice, which is the case of my 32 buck soundpeats, as for ANC not impressed at all, I wore them in a bar yesterday and could here many people talking in the background and also background music, I probably would give them 3 stars only for there price , maybe I should try your recommendation on changing the tips

[@istudy9]

I legit got these because AirPods Pro fell off my ears all the time! Wingtip is best thing in the world! I just wish case was smaller

[@sanasainani9098]

Thanks for the review - super informative! Are you able to share which Sennheiser tips you used? Thanks!

[@kevinharbottle7400]

Yes! I want to know as well. The tips that came with them don't work for me. I'm using an old set of memory foam ones that don't fit that well into the case

[@andresavage9109]

I just lost my power Beats Pros and I’m thinking of getting these but idk are they better

[@DaNewWaveLee]

Having all the new beats and AirPods. AirPods are better for talking on the phone or video and beats are better for listening to music and working out.

[@Eat_My_Damn_Chicken]

I use the memory foam medium tips from the sony wf-1000 xm4 on my beats fit pro

[@rep3e4]

Just got the Fit Pro and they are great

[@tewaewae]

125,000 unread emails? Siri read me my emails in my sleep.

[@pigpaul]

I just picked some up today,was $150 At Costco.

[@According2kai]

This was beauuuutifully thorough. Thank you David

[@davidmmuench]

If I still used an iPhone I would have definitely preferred these over the Airpods Pro. Right now I'm rocking the Soundcore Liberty 3 Pros with my Sammy S21 Ultra and I enjoy them.

[@D37fit]

Great review David!

[@rickyrich93]

It’d be nice if David Carnoy could link the Sennheiser Ear tips he mentioned in the video review. Edit: As David Carnoy pointed out to me, they are in fact listed in the description of the video. 🤦‍♂️

[@davidcarnoy961]

It's under the description at the top with the links to the earbuds.

[@rickyrich93]

@@davidcarnoy961 you tha man

[@rickyrich93]

@@davidcarnoy961 does the case close properly with the sennheiser eartips?

[@davidcarnoy961]

@@rickyrich93 Yes, it does. Even with the large size.

[@b.rocket]

Big fan. I always read your reviews about products.

[@elliekim6666]

At this point you can't miss what you never had so unless you switch between both iOS and Android it's moot point tbh. These sound better then the airpods. I had airpod pros because of those features not because I loved the sound when I had an iPhone.

[@fartsonu]

Good review, thanks bud

[@dominicbley3817]

3:07 how does somebody have that many pages of apps

[@andrewleonardi3351]

Just bought em, thanks!

[@rep3e4]

Great review