
Apple
$249

Beats
$199
Beats Studio Pro edges out the Apple AirPods Pro 2 in the headphones category, particularly in display, scoring 6.2/10 vs 5.2/10. If you want the better overall performer, Beats Studio Pro is the clear pick.
Scores are relative within the headphonescategory. Percentages show each dimension's weight in the overall score. A difference of less than 0.5 points is considered a tie.
✓ Pros
✗ Cons
✓ Pros
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro 2 | Beats Studio ProW |
|---|---|---|
| Type | In-ear (TWS) | Over-ear |
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11mm | 40mm✓ |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 16 Ohm | 32 Ohm |
| Sensitivity | — | 100 dB/mW |
| ANC | true | true |
| Transparency Mode | Yes (Adaptive Transparency) | Yes (Transparency) |
| EQ App | Apple Music / Settings app | Beats App |
| Touch Controls | Yes (force sensor stem) | Yes (touch panel) |
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Siri |
| Battery Life | 6hrs | 36hrs✓ |
| Case Battery | 30hrs | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint | false | false |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 (earbuds), IP54 (case) | — |
| Foldable | No | Yes |
| Weight | 5.3g✓ | 260g |
| Colors | White | Black, White, Brown |
| Price | 249$ | 199$✓ |
Buy Apple AirPods Pro 2 if…
The Apple AirPods Pro 2 is worth considering if you prefer its specific design, ecosystem, or brand — though it scores lower overall in our comparison.
Buy Beats Studio Pro if…
Buy the Beats Studio Pro if you want the best overall value in this comparison. It scores higher overall and is the recommended choice for most buyers.
Who do you think wins this matchup?
Beats Studio Pro edges out the Apple AirPods Pro 2 in the headphones category, particularly in display, scoring 6.2/10 vs 5.2/10. If you want the better overall performer, Beats Studio Pro is the clear pick.
No, Beats Studio Pro scores higher (5.6 vs 4.0).
Beats Studio Pro is cheaper at $199 vs $249 for the Apple AirPods Pro 2.
The Apple AirPods Pro 2 is worth considering if you prefer its specific design, ecosystem, or brand — though it scores lower overall in our comparison.
Buy the Beats Studio Pro if you want the best overall value in this comparison. It scores higher overall and is the recommended choice for most buyers.
Beats Studio Pro has a larger battery (3,200mAh vs 345mAh for the Apple AirPods Pro 2), which generally means longer use between charges.
Beats Studio Pro lasts longer with 36 hours vs 6 hours for the other.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 is lighter at 5.3g vs 260g.