Apple AirPods 2
Apple has made its best-sounding AirPods earbuds, with improved ANC and a wonderfully rich and engaging sound that’s now up there with the class leaders.
Pros
+Clear, detailed and powerful sound
+Excellent noise-cancelling
+Longer battery life
+Smooth, intuitive use with iOS devices
Cons
-Many features are restricted to iOS devices only
-Customisable ANC modes would be useful
The second generation of Apple’s flagship wireless ANC earbuds promises a more powerful processor, with advancements in active noise cancellation, long battery life, new features, and better audio performance.
AirPods Pro 2 cost £249/$249/AU$399.
Quick features:
Battery life: up to 6 hrs
Weight: 0.19 ounces
Driver size: undisclosed and uses Apple’s H2 chip
Wireless charging and MagSafe compatible
Active noise cancellation
Spatial audio with dynamic head tracking
Waterproof with an IPX4 rating
Quick charge: 1 hour per 5 min of charging
Available in White color.
Beats Fit Pro:
These are the Apple AirPods Pro with a few modifications. They have prominent wing tips and this also have better battery life and a smaller carrying case.
It is been priced at $199/£199/AU$299.
Available in colors like Beats Black, Beats White, Stone Purple, and Sage Grey.
Not wireless, USB type C.
Quick features:
Flexible, secure fit wingtips for all-day comfort and stability.
Spatial audio with dynamic head tracking.
Active noise cancellation
Uses Apple’s H1 chip
Water resistant with an IPX4 rating
Battery life: up to 6 hours, 5 min charge provides to 1 hour of playback
Pros
+Active noise cancellation
+Spatial audio on Apple Music
+Better battery life
+H1 chip for hands-free Siri
Cons
-ANC could be stronger
-More expensive than Studio Buds
-Can be uncomfortable
-Android users miss out on features
For many listeners, Beats Fit Pro were a better buy than the AirPods Pro 2 as they had all the essential tech from Apple’s best wireless earbuds but they were cheaper, more stylish, and fit a lot more securely too.
