AirPods Pro vs. Beats Fit Pro

Which earbuds are better?

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Leander Kahney
April 24, 2024

Last Xmas, I bought my brother a pair of Beats Fit Pro earbuds to use at the gym.

He loves AirPods, but has trouble keeping them in his ears — they tend to fall out — especially when he’s getting all hot and sweaty.

Finding a secure fit is a common problem with AirPods, but not with Beats Fit Pro, which come with integrated wing tips to keep them in your ear holes.

That’s not the only difference. The Beats earbuds also come in multiple colors and have a different charging case.

And there are other distinctions, from design to performance. Consult our guide to pick the best wireless earbuds for you.

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