- Which is better for running and gym workouts?
- The Powerbeats Pro 2. The nickel-titanium earhooks hold the buds in place, and both are IPX4, but the Powerbeats also track heart rate during the session.
- Is the Powerbeats Pro 2 worth the extra money?
- If you work out often and want earhooks, heart rate sensors and roughly double the battery life, yes. For casual listening and calls, the Studio Buds at $50.00 cover ANC and IPX4 for far less.
- Which has longer battery life?
- The Powerbeats Pro 2. It gives up to 10 hours per bud and 45 hours with the case, or 36 with ANC on. The Studio Buds give 8 hours without ANC and 5 with it.
- Do both have active noise cancelling?
- Yes. Both list Active Noise Cancelling, and the Powerbeats Pro 2 adds Transparency mode. One CNET excerpt on the Powerbeats questions the ANC, so try before you commit.
- Which works better with Android phones?
- The Studio Buds are explicitly listed as compatible with Android and Apple devices over Class 1 Bluetooth. The Powerbeats Pro 2 uses the Apple H2 chip, which favors iPhone features.
- Which is lighter to wear?
- The Studio Buds, at 5 g per bud. The Powerbeats Pro 2 weighs 0.34 lb total with the case, though it is 20% lighter than the original Powerbeats Pro.
