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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ earbuds offer features that justify their higher price, such as active noise cancelling, wireless capabilities with AptX Adaptive codec for high-quality audio streaming, sweat and dust resistance, and a longer battery life with wireless charging. They're also suitable for air travel, exercise, and have a broad range of built-in controls. On the other hand, the Beats EP headphones, while more affordable, offer a wired experience with a robust build quality and relatively good overall sound quality. They lack active noise cancelling, wireless functionality, and have a shorter battery life, but do possess a longer cable for convenience. If budget is not a concern, and you value cutting-edge features like noise cancellation and wireless freedom for a range of activities, the Beoplay EQ might be the superior choice. However, if affordability and a reliable wired connection are your priorities, the Beats EP might suit your needs better. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for air travel
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Beats EP
- Very good for music
Key differences
Music
6.8
8.1
The Beats EP is very good for music, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is only fair.
Gaming
8.4
6.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for gaming, while the Beats EP is only fair.
Phone Calls
7.2
4.2
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for phone calls, while the Beats EP is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.8
6.8
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Beats EP is only fair.
Noise Reduction
7.0
5.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for noise reduction, while the Beats EP is poor.
Battery
6.5 Hours
N/A
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Beats EP does not have a battery.
Cost
$176
$100
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has a price of $176 and the Beats EP costs $100.
Build Quality
8.9
8.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Beats EP both have very good build quality, though the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has somewhat better build quality.
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Key similarities
TV and Video
7.8
7.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Beats EP are both good for TV and video.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and the Beats EP compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ | Beats EP |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$176 | $100 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Beats | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | November 1, 2018 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.9/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.2/10 | 4.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.4/10 | 4.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | N/A | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 20 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.9/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8 Grams | 226.7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | N/A | |
Shopping
Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
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PC Mag
Tim Gideon | March 2022
"Bang & Olufsen’s audio products prioritize style and function just as much as sound quality. The company’s latest Beoplay EQ noise-cancelling true wireless earphones combine strong, accurate-leaning audio with solid noise cancellation in an exceedingly classy design."
Beats EP
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Ulf Kaiser | 2015
"With the EP model, Beats delivers a stylish headphone with cable connection and hands-free functionality that should please consumers seeking a balanced sound for playback on mobile devices."
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About Bang and Olufsen
Bang and Olufsen is an almost century-old electronic goods manufacturer based in Denmark with a very special focus on design. Peter Bang and Svend Olufsen created the first AC radio in 1925 and went on to develop televisions, telephones and, of course, headphones and loudspeakers. Today, they are partnered with several companies, like Audi, BMW and Aston Martin, to provide very high-quality audio solutions.
About Beats
Beats is an American, consumer-focused, audio products manufacturer. Founded originally by American rapper and producer Dr Dre, the company is now a subsidiary of Apple. Beats sells a wide range of audio products, including several models of headphones, earbuds and speakers as well as full car audio systems.
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