Is the Beats Solo 4 worth it at $159?

At $159 at Distritech as of November 3, it is a fair price for 50-hour battery and a folding on-ear design. If you need active noise cancelling, look at over-ear models instead.

Does the Beats Solo 4 have noise cancelling?

No. It relies on passive isolation from the ear cushions, so it muffles some noise but does not cancel it.

Can I use the Beats Solo 4 wired?

Yes. It ships with a detachable 3.5 mm cable and also works over USB-C, so you can listen without Bluetooth.

How long does the battery last?

Beats rates it at up to 50 hours of playback. A quick charge gives several hours of listening.

Does it work with Android?

Yes. It pairs over Bluetooth 5.3 and supports Google Assistant, though spatial audio and head tracking are limited to Apple devices.

Can it connect to two devices at once?

No. The Solo 4 does not support multipoint, so you pair it with one device at a time.

Beats Solo 4 True Wireless On-Ear Headphones

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$139.99at Best Buy, last seen Nov 7

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Our take on the Beats Solo 4 True Wireless On-Ear Headphones

The Beats Solo 4 is an on-ear wireless headphone with 40 mm drivers, Bluetooth 5.3, and up to 50 hours of playback. It folds down, weighs 7.7 oz, and includes a detachable 3.5 mm cable plus USB-C for wired listening. It has passive noise isolation only, no active noise cancelling, and no multipoint pairing. The latest best price is $159 at Distritech as of November 3, near the low end of its recent range.

Best forCommuters who want long battery lifeiPhone and Android users who want Siri or Google AssistantListeners who still want a wired optionGym and travel use thanks to the folding design

Pros

Up to 50 hours of battery on a charge
Folds flat and weighs 7.7 oz for easy carrying
Detachable 3.5 mm cable and USB-C wired listening
Bluetooth 5.3 with Siri and Google Assistant support
Spatial audio with head tracking on supported Apple devices

Cons

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Lowest price we've seen: $139.99 on Nov 7 at Best Buy. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 7.

What reviewers say

Reviewers generally like the Solo 4 for its long battery life, light weight, and balanced sound. The main complaints are the tight on-ear clamp and the lack of active noise cancelling.

What people mention

BatteryPraisedOwners report getting close to the claimed 50 hours and charging infrequently.
FitMixedSome find the on-ear clamp tight after an hour or two, while others call it secure for workouts.
Noise isolationCriticisedWithout ANC, outside noise comes through on trains and in open offices.

Questions and answers

Is the Beats Solo 4 worth it at $159?: At $159 at Distritech as of November 3, it is a fair price for 50-hour battery and a folding on-ear design. If you need active noise cancelling, look at over-ear models instead.
Does the Beats Solo 4 have noise cancelling?: No. It relies on passive isolation from the ear cushions, so it muffles some noise but does not cancel it.
Can I use the Beats Solo 4 wired?: Yes. It ships with a detachable 3.5 mm cable and also works over USB-C, so you can listen without Bluetooth.
How long does the battery last?: Beats rates it at up to 50 hours of playback. A quick charge gives several hours of listening.
Does it work with Android?: Yes. It pairs over Bluetooth 5.3 and supports Google Assistant, though spatial audio and head tracking are limited to Apple devices.
Can it connect to two devices at once?: No. The Solo 4 does not support multipoint, so you pair it with one device at a time.