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The Powerbeats Pro 2 are high-performance wireless earbuds designed for athletes, featuring Active Noise Cancelling, Transparency mode, Adaptive EQ, and heart rate monitoring. They offer up to 45 hours of battery life with the charging case and are sweat and water resistant with an IPX4 rating.
The Powerbeats Pro 2 are a refined, workout-first true wireless pair that finally add adaptive active noise cancellation, transparency mode, and wireless charging to the iconic secure-fit design. They deliver a punchy, accurate sound signature, a long 10-hour battery (8 with ANC) plus a 45-hour total with the case, and remain light and comfortable for intense sessions. While the heart-rate tracking is a novel addition, it still feels limited in practice, and the premium price tag may give some buyers pause.
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
| Driver | 9.5 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 9.5 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Driver | 9.5 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 9.5 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
|---|---|
| Codecs | AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No |
| Battery life | 10 h |
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| Battery life (ANC on) | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 45 h |
| Full charge time | 120 min |
| Wireless charging | Yes |
| Active noise cancelling | Yes |
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| ANC type | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes |
| Controls | both |
| Voice assistant | Yes |
| Weight | 8.7 g |
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| Case weight | 69 g |
| Water resistance | IPX4 |
| USB-C | Yes |
| Microphones | 3 |
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| Microphone type | MEMS |
| Call noise reduction | Yes |
3 source(s) feeding this product's score.
Video reviews we found, each condensed to its verdict. They do feed the HearWiki score, at a measured weight below what a published written review carries.
8:10The reviewer finds the Powerbeats Pro 2 underwhelming despite new features like ANC, wireless charging, and a heart rate sensor. While the sound is enjoyable and battery life is excellent, the ANC underperforms on random noises, the heart rate sensor is cumbersome to use, and the $250 price is hard to justify in a competitive market.
15:36The reviewer, an audio engineer, finds the Powerbeats Pro 2 a significant upgrade over the original, praising the improved fit, battery life, and the new heart rate monitor. While the sound is more balanced than Beats' bass-heavy reputation, the high frequencies are a bit harsh, and the ear hooks can cause discomfort over time. Overall, it's a solid choice for fitness-focused users, though not perfect.
22:03The reviewer finds the Powerbeats Pro 2 a significant upgrade over the original, praising the improved fit, smaller case, wireless charging, and the addition of ANC and a heart rate monitor. He considers them his new favorite gym earbuds for comfort and security, with sound quality comparable to AirPods Pro. He recommends upgrading for existing Powerbeats Pro owners.
12:38The reviewer finds the Powerbeats Pro 2 to be a solid workout earbud with good bass-heavy sound, effective ANC, and useful heart-rate tracking, but notes the bulky case, easy-to-press buttons, and a slightly grainy treble as drawbacks. Overall, they consider it a good option for gym use, though not the best in class.
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