The Beats Powerbeats Pro aren't going to do much to end step-sibling rivalry in Cupertino, but some healthy family competition pays dividends for music fans. AirPods have shared their toys, in the shape of the Apple H1 Bluetooth chip, and Powerbeats Pro have run with it, adding features and talents...

Sound quality is great; Incredible battery life; Convenience of physical buttons; It's not just an Apple party

Charging case is huge; Ambient sound isolation; not cancellation; More expensive than many wireless earbuds

AirPods may be the go-to for iPhone users, but the Powerbeats Pro are the better option for your Apple phone - particularly for active users. The earbuds are IPX4 sweat-resistant, provide a secure fit, and support AAC. Plus, you can listen for just shy of 11 hours before needing to charge them.

Bluetooth 5.0; Class 1 Apple's H1 chip allows for much greater flexibility Sound quality Secure fit

De-emphasized mids Isolation not great Cost

The Powerbeats Pro are good. That's actually how you could leave it. Because they didn't completely thrill me. I don't think they're comfortable enough for that. The sound, on the other hand, is generally convincing, but for $250 I would have really wished for proper ANC.

Secure hold; Sound quality; Battery life; Compatible with Apple products

Not always comfortable; No ANC; Large case; High price

I'll lay it right out there: The degree to which you'll like the new Powerbeats Pro, Beats' first true wireless earphones, will depend largely on how well they fit your ears. If you get a comfortable, snug fit with a tight seal from one of the four different sized included silicon tips, you'll...

The Powerbeats Pro have better sound and battery life than the AirPods and will stay on your ears securely; They offer all the same basic conveniences of the 2019 AirPods, including fast pairing, rock-solid wireless connectivity and always-on Siri voice-recognition for iOS users.

The Powerbeats Pro are more expensive than AirPods; The charging case isn't pocket-friendly, nor does it offer wireless charging; The headphones deliver some treble push, and may not fit all ears perfectly

Dr. Dre, the man who boasted about being the first billionaire in hip-hop after selling his Beats by Dre to Apple, can be forgiven for taking it easy these days. He has nothing left to prove to anyone.

Superbly comfortable and steady in the ear; even during intense workouts; Huge soundstage for true wireless earphones; Rich sound with satisfying bass thump; Sweat and water resistance; Epic battery life for the category

Laughably large carrying case; The treble energy can be fatiguing with long listening sessions; Wireless or USB-C charging would have been nice; Not the most discreet look for office or casual environments

If you're an iPhone user, AirPods can be attractive, but the PowerBeats Pro are the better companion for your smartphone. Sweat resistance, actual noise isolation, and a secure fit in your ears make these the true wireless earphones you want in Apple-land.

Bluetooth 5.0; Class 1; Apple's H1 chip allows for much greater flexibility; Sound quality; Secure fit

De-emphasized mids; Isolation not great; Cost

AirPods are a cultural icon, and for good reason. More than two years ago, Apple released a set of true wireless earbuds that solved many of the problems that made us hate Bluetooth headphones, making them as convenient and reliable as we've always dreamed.

Good sound quality; Comfortable fit; Epic battery life

Pricey; Case is too big for your pocket

You're probably not buying the Powerbeats Pro because you want the most accurate-sounding earphones on the market. And if you like Beats' bass-forward approach, they sound great.

Powerful audio performance with intense bass depth and bright highs; Strong battery life; Exceptionally secure in-ear fit

Expensive; Wildly sculpted sound signature; Auto-play feature isn't for everyone

Just weeks after Apple revealed its somewhat lackluster new AirPods , the company surprised us with a new pair of Beats-branded buds which, like the AirPods, are totally wireless. The Powerbeats Pro call back to their sporty predecessors , earhooks and all, but with a more sophisticated design.

Class-leading battery life; Water resistant; Secure fit; sleek design; Bold; vibrant sound

No basic battery gauge; Massive case; Intermittent connection issues

they r the best headphone out only thing is they will get damage fast