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TechRadar praised the Solo 2 Wireless for long battery life, good sound, and attractive design. Its overall view was positive, with 12-hour battery performance highlighted as a practical strength.
Read the full reviewBeats Solo2 Wireless
46/ 100
Weak
HearWiki score
Poor value
$50
typical price, USD
Discontinuedupdated 
At a glance
- Brand
- Beats
- Type
- On-Ear
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wireless
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2015
Score breakdownweak overall
Sound6.5
Battery4.8
Calls4.8
The Beats Solo2 Wireless are on-ear headphones with Bluetooth connectivity, offering a wireless listening experience. They are part of the Solo2 lineup, known for their portable design and Beats signature sound.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Beats Solo2 Wireless are a versatile on-ear option that delivers a balanced, engaging sound with a comfortable fit and reliable wireless performance. They offer a solid 12-hour battery life and foldable design, though they lack active noise cancellation and modern features like multipoint or USB-C charging, making them best suited for casual listening in quieter settings.
What works
- Balanced and engaging sound signature
- Comfortable fit for extended sessions
- Solid 12-hour battery life
- Foldable design for portability
- Decent wired passive performance
What doesn't
- Weak noise isolation from outside sound
- No active noise cancellation
- Limited to SBC and AAC codecs
- No app support or EQ customization
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 45 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 115 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 45 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 115 dB/mW |
Wireless
| Codecs | SBC, AAC |
|---|---|
| Multipoint pairing | No |
| Wireless range | 9 m |
Battery
| Battery life | 12 h |
|---|---|
| Wireless charging | No |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|---|
| ANC type | none |
| Transparency mode | No |
| Companion app | No |
| Custom EQ | No |
| Wear detection | No |
| Controls | buttons |
Design
| Weight | 205 g |
|---|---|
| Water resistance | none |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Detachable cable | Yes |
| USB-C | No |
| Model code | Beats Solo² Wireless |
Calls
| Microphones | 1 |
|---|
What the reviews said
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What YouTube reviewers say
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.
10:28Beats Solo2 Wireless Unboxing & Review
The reviewer found the Beats Solo2 Wireless to be a solid pair of wireless headphones with impressive audio quality, especially for bass-heavy music, and excellent battery life. However, they noted occasional Bluetooth connection drops and a plasticky build quality, and felt the $300 price was high, though they got them on sale for $120. Overall, they recommend them for those seeking easy-to-use wireless headphones with good sound.
MixedWatch on YouTube
6:32Beats Solo2 Wireless Headphones Review
The reviewer found the Beats Solo2 Wireless to be a solid pair of Bluetooth headphones with good sound quality, comfortable fit after a break-in period, and excellent battery life. However, he felt the $300 price tag was too high, especially considering the premium paid for the Beats logo, and noted that there are cheaper alternatives that perform similarly.
MixedWatch on YouTube
7:01Beats Solo 2 Wireless Unboxing and Review
The reviewer found the Beats Solo2 Wireless to be well-built, comfortable, and with a sound profile that suits bass-heavy genres like rap and pop, though not ideal for orchestral music. He appreciated the wireless convenience and battery life, but remained uncertain about the $300 price tag, concluding they are good quality but possibly overpriced.
MixedWatch on YouTube
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