Updated 31 Oct 2026
Is the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 worth it?
Yes for running and the gym; no as everyday earbuds.
The ear hooks keep them locked in place through runs and lifts, they now have noise cancelling, and each bud has a heart-rate sensor that works with fitness apps. Battery is about 10 hours per charge (8 with noise cancelling) and up to 45 with the case, and they're sweat-resistant (IPX4). They pair instantly with iPhones and work with Android too. The case is big, the buds are heavy at about 8.7g, and the hooks can press after a few hours.
81%of 62 owners give it 4 or 5 stars
- Ear hooks that stay put in any workout
- Noise cancelling and a heart-rate sensor
- About 10 hours per charge
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What owners say
Owners love how securely they stay in for running and the gym, and the sound. Complaints are rare: a few found the ear hooks uncomfortable.
Good to know
- The case is large and won't fit easily in a pocket.
- Ear hooks can feel uncomfortable on long wears.
- Noise cancelling is good but behind the AirPods Pro 3.
From 62 buyer ratings at Currys, Takealot (South Africa), Boulanger (France) and Otto (Germany), every complaint read by us, November 2026. How we do this
What they love
- Stay put during workoutsMentioned a lot
- Good soundMentioned a lot
- Blocks out gym noiseAlso mentioned
- Easy to set upAlso mentioned
What they complain about
- Ear hooks feel uncomfortableRare
Get it if…
- You run, lift or cycle and hate buds falling out.
- You want heart-rate tracking without a watch strap.
- You use an iPhone.
Skip it if…
- You mostly commute or sit at a desk: AirPods Pro 3 are smaller and quieter.
- You want a pocketable case.
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How we reached this verdict
TechRadar and Expert Reviews both give four stars: the secure hooks, good sound, noise cancelling and heart-rate sensor make them the pick for workouts, but the case is big and they're heavy for all-day use. Owner reports come from Currys and Takealot buyers, who mostly praise the secure fit.
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: TechRadar, Expert Reviews, RTINGS, RTINGS, What Hi-Fi, manufacturer specifications.
Updated 31 Oct 2026How we decide