Apple AirPods Pro 2
Apple's next-gen AirPods Pro 2 bring significant upgrades to the popular original to take performance to the next level. Externally, they look pretty similar to the first generation, but battery life has been increased to offer 6 hours on a single charge from the earbuds and a further 30 hours from the wireless charging case. Not only are the earbuds IPX4-rated, but now too is the case itself.
For
- World-class noise cancellation
- Volume controls on the stem
- Spatial audio support
- Battery life improves on original AirPods Pro
Against
- Audio performance needs finessing
- Lackluster call quality
Beats Studio Buds+
The new Beats Studio Buds+ have plenty going for them. They retain the iconic design of the original but add improved ANC performance, stronger transparency mode, and hands-free Siri support. While the increase in battery life looks like a winner, it's pretty standard compared to today's rivals, making this next-gen version feel a little outclassed.
For
- Iconic style and compact design
- Effective noise cancellation
- Improved battery life over the original
- Good comfort levels
Against
- No wireless charging case
- Lacks on-ear detection
- Awkward to get in and out of charging case
