An online search for the best sports headphones will lead you to the all-new Beats Powerbeats Pro 2. The heart-rate-enabled headphones are currently top-ranked among fitness and tech experts.We’re not debating their marquee status.
The Powerbeats Pro 2 have everything the avid exerciser wants in a pair of sports earbuds. They improve on every one of their predecessor’s hallmarks, from battery life to connectivity to sound quality.Apple also introduced a number of upgrades, including active noise cancellation, Personalized Spatial Audio, wireless charging, and built-in heart rate monitoring.
All of that comes packaged in Beats’ signature ear hook design, which has been updated to deliver optimal fit in a smaller frame.At the same time, the Powerbeats Pro 2 are expensive ($249) and fall in a price range similar to other luxury earbuds like the AirPods Pro 2 and the category-leading Sony WF-1000XM5.Since you’re already spending a lot on gym membership fees and workout gear (e.
g., fitness trackers, running shoes), splurging on Beats’ latest offering may not be conducive to your financial situation. If that’s the case, then you’ll want to seek out more affordable options.
The market has several cheap wireless earbuds that check many of the same boxes as the Powerbeats Pro 2, and at a fraction of the cost.Tom’s Guide is always testing the latest true wireless releases across all sub-categories (e.g.
, AI, noise cancellation, open ear). I have a trio of recommendations.
