Beats Flex vs Aukey EP-B62: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Beats Flex vs Aukey EP-B62, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Neckband

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Beats Flex leads on 5 of 6 measures.

Beats Flex
Aukey EP-B62

HearWiki score

Sound

6.3

Battery

6.4

Calls

5.7

Value

6.7

Price (USD)

$70

$40

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Half a step newer

Aukey EP-B62 (2024) against Beats Flex (2020). The Aukey EP-B62 edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 4.2 against 1.0.

Flex2020
EP-B6220244 yr newer

What differsFlexEP-B62

Bluetooth: 1.0; 4.2

Specifications

FlexEP-B62

Type: Neckband; Neckband
Price (USD): $70; $40
HearWiki score: 67; Not scored
Released: 2020; 2024
Availability: Still sold new; Discontinued
Driver: 2× 8.2 mm dynamic; -
Driver type: dynamic; -
Driver size: 8.2 mm; -
Drivers per side: 2; -
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz; -
Impedance: -; 32 Ω
Bluetooth: 1.0; 4.2
Codecs: SBC, AAC; -
Multipoint pairing: Yes; -
Wireless range: 20 m; -
Battery life: 12 h; -
Full charge time: 10 min; -
Wireless charging: No; -
Active noise cancelling: No; Yes
Wear detection: Yes; -
Controls: buttons; -
Voice assistant: Yes; -
Weight: 18.6 g; -
Water resistance: none; -
USB-C: Yes; -
Model code: -; EP-B2
Microphones: 1; -

Specification comparison of Beats Flex vs Aukey EP-B62
Spec	Beats Flex	Aukey EP-B62
Type	Neckband	Neckband
Price (USD)	$70	$40
HearWiki score	67 / 100 Good	Not scored
Released	2020	2024
Audio
Driver	2× 8.2 mm dynamic	-
Driver type	dynamic	-
Driver size	8.2 mm	-
Drivers per side	2	-
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz	-
Impedance	-	32 Ω
Wireless
Bluetooth	1.0	4.2
Codecs	SBC, AAC	-
Multipoint pairing	Yes	-
Wireless range	20 m	-
Battery
Battery life	12 h	-
Full charge time	10 min	-
Wireless charging	No	-
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	Yes
Wear detection	Yes	-
Controls	buttons	-
Voice assistant	Yes	-
Design
Weight	18.6 g	-
Water resistance	none	-
USB-C	Yes	-
Model code	-	EP-B2
Calls
Microphones	1	-

What reviewers said

Beats Flex

The Beats Flex is a budget-friendly neckband earphone that prioritizes bass-heavy sound and seamless Apple device integration. While it offers solid battery life and lightweight comfort, its sound profile is not neutral, and it lacks water resistance and active noise cancellation. It's a strong pick for bass lovers on a tight budget, especially within the Apple ecosystem.

Pro:Bass-forward sound that suits pop and hip-hop
Pro:Lightweight neckband design reduces risk of loss
Pro:Seamless pairing with Apple devices

Con:Recessed treble can soften vocals
Con:No water resistance rating
Con:No active noise cancellation

Aukey EP-B62

The Aukey EP-B62 is an affordable wireless neckband-style earphone that pairs Bluetooth 4.2 with active noise cancellation for a budget-friendly listening experience. It features a magnetic earbud design for easy carrying and a 32-ohm impedance, making it compatible with most smartphones and portable devices. While its frequency response is limited to 20Hz-10kHz, it offers a straightforward, functional option for everyday use.

Pro:Active noise cancellation at a budget price
Pro:Neckband design with magnetic earbuds for convenience
Pro:Wireless Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity

Con:Limited frequency response (20Hz-10kHz) may reduce audio detail
Con:Bluetooth 4.2 is an older standard with shorter range
Con:Budget build may not be as durable as pricier models

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