Wireless earbuds flood the market faster than you can charge a pair, but every so often a deal comes along that demands attention. Right now, Beats Studio Buds + are down to $99.95 from their usual $169.95—a price cut that makes them a serious contender for anyone looking for good sound without breaking the bank.
Sound quality is what’s driving the appeal here. Beats Studio Buds + deliver a rich, balanced sound that handles bass and highs with ease. Each earbud has a custom two-layer transducer to keep bass clean and distortion low so your music sounds good whether you’re listening to hip-hop or classical. For Apple Music fans, these earbuds automatically tap into spatial audio with Dolby Atmos, so you’re surrounded by a 3D soundstage that feels like a personal concert hall.
- BEATS’ CUSTOM ACOUSTIC PLATFORM delivers rich, immersive sound whether you’re listening to music or taking calls.
- HEAR WHAT YOU WANT with two distinct listening modes: personalized Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) and Transparency mode.
- MORE MUSIC, LESS CHARGING with up to 36 hours of listening time.
Comfort and fit matter just as much as sound and Beats nails it. With four ear tip sizes—extra small, small, medium, and large—these earbuds fit a wide range of ears so you get a snug seal for optimal sound and stability. Three new acoustic vents reduce ear pressure so you can wear them through a workout or a full workday without discomfort creeping in. They’re IPX4 rated so they can shrug off sweat and light rain so you can wear them to the gym or for a jog in the rain.
Noise cancellation and transparency modes take it to the next level. The active noise cancellation is 1.6 times more effective than the original Studio Buds, quieting low-frequency hums like airplane engines or busy cafes with great results for earbuds under $100. Transparency mode is twice as good as the original so you can hear your surroundings clearly when you need to, like when you’re talking to a friend or staying aware on the street. Switching between modes is a button press away so you have control over how much of the world you let in.
Call quality is often an afterthought with earbuds but not here. With three times larger microphones and a voice-targeting algorithm your voice comes through loud and clear even in noisy environments. Whether you’re on a work call or chatting with a friend, background noise gets filtered out so these are a great daily use option. This kind of performance is hard to find at this price where many earbuds sacrifice mic quality.
Battery life is the clincher. You get 9 hours from the earbuds themselves, and 27 hours from the charging case for a total of 36 hours. If you’re running low, a 5 minute charge gives you an hour of playback—perfect for when you’re running out the door.
Compatibility with Apple and Android devices makes these earbuds universal. For iPhone users, one-touch pairing syncs them up with your iCloud devices and “Hey Siri” works. Android users aren’t left out—Google Fast Pair and Audio Switch get you connected and switched between devices like your phone and Chromebook. Both platforms get Find My features to track down lost earbuds, a lifesaver for anyone who misplaces gear.
