{"id":21859,"date":"2026-02-10T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/umang.pk\/2026\/02\/10\/beats-powerbeats-fit-review-apple-revamps-its-compact-workout-earbuds-headphone\/"},"modified":"2026-02-10T07:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T07:00:00","slug":"beats-powerbeats-fit-review-apple-revamps-its-compact-workout-earbuds-headphone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/umang.pk\/en_us\/2026\/02\/10\/beats-powerbeats-fit-review-apple-revamps-its-compact-workout-earbuds-headphone\/","title":{"rendered":"Beats Powerbeats Fit review: Apple revamps its compact workout earbuds | headphone"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">Apple&#8217;s revamped compact workout Beats earbuds stick to the winning formula, slimming down and improving comfort.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"disclaimer\" data-spacefinder-role=\"inline\" data-spacefinder-type=\"model.dotcomrendering.pageElements.DisclaimerBlockElement\" class=\"dcr-173mewl\"><span class=\"dcr-1iz7gbk\"><\/p>\n<aside data-testid=\"affiliate-disclaimer-inline\" data-component=\"affiliate-disclaimer-inline\" class=\"dcr-189ogop\">\n<p>The Guardian&#8217;s journalism is independent. If you purchase something through an affiliate link, we may receive a commission. Learn more.<\/p>\n<\/aside>\n<p><\/span><\/figure>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">The new Powerbeats Fit is the direct successor to the popular Beats Fit Pro for 2022 and is priced at \u00a3200 (\u20ac230\/$200\/A$330). It&#8217;s paired with the recently redesigned Powerbeats Pro 2, Apple&#8217;s fitness alternative to AirPods.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">The Fit takes Beats&#8217; standard earbud design and adds flexible silicone stabilizer wings that curve around the inside of the outer ear rather than the outside like the Pro 2. The result is a much smaller, more discreet earbud, especially if you choose a more subtle color than spark orange, and one that&#8217;s more comfortable even when wearing glasses.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"967311c0-c28e-49a1-b036-6f01172e3f12\" data-spacefinder-role=\"inline\" data-spacefinder-type=\"model.dotcomrendering.pageElements.ImageBlockElement\" class=\"dcr-173mewl\"><figcaption data-spacefinder-role=\"inline\" class=\"dcr-fd61eq\"><span class=\"dcr-1inf02i\"><svg width=\"18\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 18 13\"><path d=\"M18 3.5v8l-1.5 1.5h-15l-1.5-1.5v-8l1.5-1.5h3.5l2-2h4l2 2h3.5l1.5 1.5zm-9 7.5c1.9 0 3.5-1.6 3.5-3.5s-1.6-3.5-3.5-3.5-3.5 1.6-3.5 3.5 1.6 3.5 3.5 3.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"dcr-1qvd3m6\">The wings are slightly more flexible than those on the Fit Pro without sacrificing purchase for your ears.<\/span> Photo: Samuel Gibbs\/The Guardian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">Once twisted into place, the earbuds stayed securely in my ears no matter how hard I shook my head or how wet I got from the rain. The new wings were a bit more comfortable over long periods of time than the old ones, but I found that they still put uncomfortable pressure on the inside of my left ear after an hour or so.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">A single button on each earbud can be set to perform playback and noise-canceling controls, or a long press to adjust volume. Call quality is very good. Especially for stemless earbuds, they sound relatively natural and clear even when speaking softly in a quiet environment, with only a bit of background noise acceptable on a busy street.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"09320c29-53be-4349-8f9a-7baa6457ae25\" data-spacefinder-role=\"inline\" data-spacefinder-type=\"model.dotcomrendering.pageElements.ImageBlockElement\" class=\"dcr-173mewl\"><figcaption data-spacefinder-role=\"inline\" class=\"dcr-fd61eq\"><span class=\"dcr-1inf02i\"><svg width=\"18\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 18 13\"><path d=\"M18 3.5v8l-1.5 1.5h-15l-1.5-1.5v-8l1.5-1.5h3.5l2-2h4l2 2h3.5l1.5 1.5zm-9 7.5c1.9 0 3.5-1.6 3.5-3.5s-1.6-3.5-3.5-3.5-3.5 1.6-3.5 3.5 1.6 3.5 3.5 3.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"dcr-1qvd3m6\">The flip-top charging case is lightweight and 17% smaller than the previous version, so it fits easily in your pocket.<\/span> Photo: Samuel Gibbs\/The Guardian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">The earbuds&#8217; battery lasts for 6 hours of playback, including noise-canceling, and can be recharged in the case three times before connecting to a power source via USB-C for a total of 24 hours of use.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">The earbuds include Apple&#8217;s older H1 chip for connection management. This means you can seamlessly connect to your iPhone and other Apple devices with spatial audio, music sharing, and Siri. However, the Beats app on Android offers many of the same advanced features, including instant pairing, customization, updates, and battery widgets, making it cross-compatible and ideal for people who use both platforms.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"8a7ea1f9-df2b-4f88-b105-f1155e1b88d2\" data-spacefinder-role=\"inline\" data-spacefinder-type=\"model.dotcomrendering.pageElements.ImageBlockElement\" class=\"dcr-173mewl\"><figcaption data-spacefinder-role=\"inline\" class=\"dcr-fd61eq\"><span class=\"dcr-1inf02i\"><svg width=\"18\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 18 13\"><path d=\"M18 3.5v8l-1.5 1.5h-15l-1.5-1.5v-8l1.5-1.5h3.5l2-2h4l2 2h3.5l1.5 1.5zm-9 7.5c1.9 0 3.5-1.6 3.5-3.5s-1.6-3.5-3.5-3.5-3.5 1.6-3.5 3.5 1.6 3.5 3.5 3.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"dcr-1qvd3m6\">The Beats app for Android (left) enables many of the same controls and features for Powerbeats Fit built into the iPhone Settings app (right).<\/span> Composite: Samuel Gibbs\/Guardian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"specifications\" class=\"dcr-n4qeq9\">specification<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">\n<li class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\"><strong>Connectivity:<\/strong> Bluetooth 5, SBC, AAC, H1 chip<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\"><strong>Battery life:<\/strong> 6 hours ANC playback (24 hours with case)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\"><strong>Waterproof:<\/strong> Bud and case IPX4 (splash resistant)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\"><strong>Earbud Size:<\/strong> 27.4&#215;21.5&#215;20.4mm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\"><strong>Earbud Weight:<\/strong> 5.8g each<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\"><strong>Charging Case Size:<\/strong> 62.5&#215;55.4&#215;27.5mm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\"><strong>Charging case weight:<\/strong> 49.8g<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\"><strong>Case charging:<\/strong> USB-C<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"sound-and-noise-cancelling\" class=\"dcr-n4qeq9\">Sound and noise cancellation<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"72ef2d27-34cc-4ff6-9d9f-41d5b5ef7551\" data-spacefinder-role=\"inline\" data-spacefinder-type=\"model.dotcomrendering.pageElements.ImageBlockElement\" class=\"dcr-173mewl\"><figcaption data-spacefinder-role=\"inline\" class=\"dcr-fd61eq\"><span class=\"dcr-1inf02i\"><svg width=\"18\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 18 13\"><path d=\"M18 3.5v8l-1.5 1.5h-15l-1.5-1.5v-8l1.5-1.5h3.5l2-2h4l2 2h3.5l1.5 1.5zm-9 7.5c1.9 0 3.5-1.6 3.5-3.5s-1.6-3.5-3.5-3.5-3.5 1.6-3.5 3.5 1.6 3.5 3.5 3.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"dcr-1qvd3m6\">The silicone earbud tips and stabilizer wings ensure a good fit in your ears when properly twisted into place.<\/span> Photo: Samuel Gibbs\/The Guardian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">The Beats sound much better than typical exercise earphones and are good enough for casual listening. It produces a balanced sound with plenty of power in the low end when needed, good separation of tones, and decent midrange and treble detail. They&#8217;re very similar to the Powerbeats Pro 2 and handle punchier rock, pop, hip-hop or electronic tracks nicely, but fall short of the AirPods Pro 3.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">Unlike most exercise earphones, Beats feature active noise cancellation, which makes them very effective at reducing road noise and noise from your commute. They can&#8217;t handle demanding high-pitched sounds like clicks, taps, and background chat as well as the Powerbeats Pro or the best-in-class AirPods Pro 3, but they get the job done in most cases.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">The earbuds also have a nice, natural transparency mode, which helps with recognition while running. However, like the Powerbeats Pro 2, they&#8217;re not as good as nothing in your ears, so they&#8217;re still best used in a safe environment like a park.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sustainability\" class=\"dcr-n4qeq9\">sustainability<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"a75aa12f-f123-4a73-9257-23bbef0905c8\" data-spacefinder-role=\"inline\" data-spacefinder-type=\"model.dotcomrendering.pageElements.ImageBlockElement\" class=\"dcr-173mewl\"><figcaption data-spacefinder-role=\"inline\" class=\"dcr-fd61eq\"><span class=\"dcr-1inf02i\"><svg width=\"18\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 18 13\"><path d=\"M18 3.5v8l-1.5 1.5h-15l-1.5-1.5v-8l1.5-1.5h3.5l2-2h4l2 2h3.5l1.5 1.5zm-9 7.5c1.9 0 3.5-1.6 3.5-3.5s-1.6-3.5-3.5-3.5-3.5 1.6-3.5 3.5 1.6 3.5 3.5 3.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"dcr-1qvd3m6\">The sleek Beats case is one of the best on the market and fits into your pockets and bags fairly easily.<\/span> Photo: Samuel Gibbs\/The Guardian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">Apple doesn&#8217;t provide an estimated lifespan for the battery, but it should last more than 500 full charge cycles to at least 80% of its original capacity.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">The earbuds cannot be repaired, but Apple offers individual replacement services for missing or damaged parts, including a \u00a369 battery service. We do not publish environmental impact reports for accessories such as headphones. The company offers trade-in and free recycling schemes even for non-Apple products.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"price\" class=\"dcr-n4qeq9\">price<\/h2>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">The Beats Powerbeats Fit costs \u00a3199.95 (\u20ac229.95\/$199.99\/A$329.95).<\/p>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">For comparison, the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 costs \u00a3250, the Beats Studio Buds+ cost \u00a3180, the Beats Solo Buds cost \u00a380 and the AirPods Pro 3 cost \u00a3219.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"verdict\" class=\"dcr-n4qeq9\">verdict<\/h2>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">The Beats Powerbeats Fit is a slight overhaul of the already great Beats Fit Pro to bring it in line with the rest of Apple&#8217;s earbuds.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">They&#8217;re not as comfortable or accomplished on the audio or noise-cancelling front as the AirPods Pro 3. It&#8217;s also not as nice to run as the Powerbeats Pro 2, which has a volume rocker button. However, the Fit does not have large over-ear hooks, making it easier to wear on your commute, and it is more comfortable to wear with glasses while maintaining a stable fit.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dcr-130mj7b\">This makes them great workout buds that can pull double duty as regular earbuds with plenty of noise cancellation and great sound. Plus, they have most of the advanced features of Apple devices and AirPods, and are also fully compatible with Android thanks to the Beats app. There aren&#8217;t many earbuds that can claim this privilege.<\/p>\n<blockquote data-spacefinder-role=\"inline\" class=\"dcr-w9py1s\">\n<p><strong class=\"dcr-in3yi3\">merit:<\/strong> Secure fit, good sound, solid noise cancellation and transparency modes, decent battery life, good case, good call quality, spatial audio, cross-platform compatibility with enhancements for iPhone and Android.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"dcr-in3yi3\">disadvantage:<\/strong> They&#8217;re expensive for exercise earphones, they don&#8217;t have multi-point connections, the ear hooks can become uncomfortable over time, and the batteries aren&#8217;t replaceable, so they&#8217;re ultimately disposable.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<figure id=\"581d410b-bbf7-450b-81d8-4ba21d103075\" data-spacefinder-role=\"inline\" data-spacefinder-type=\"model.dotcomrendering.pageElements.ImageBlockElement\" class=\"dcr-173mewl\"><figcaption data-spacefinder-role=\"inline\" class=\"dcr-fd61eq\"><span class=\"dcr-1inf02i\"><svg width=\"18\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 18 13\"><path d=\"M18 3.5v8l-1.5 1.5h-15l-1.5-1.5v-8l1.5-1.5h3.5l2-2h4l2 2h3.5l1.5 1.5zm-9 7.5c1.9 0 3.5-1.6 3.5-3.5s-1.6-3.5-3.5-3.5-3.5 1.6-3.5 3.5 1.6 3.5 3.5 3.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"dcr-1qvd3m6\">The Powerbeats Fit are a pair of workout buds that straddle Android and iOS and can do double duty as everyday earbuds.<\/span> Photo: Samuel Gibbs\/The Guardian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Apple&#8217;s revamped compact workout Beats earbuds stick to the winning formula, slimming down and improving comfort. The Guardian&#8217;s journalism is independent. If you purchase something through an affiliate link, we may receive a commission. Learn more. 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