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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you primarily listen to music and podcasts on the go, prioritize exercise, or travel often, the Beats Fit Pro would suit you better with their active noise cancelling, sweatproof certification, and better portability. However, if you're looking to save money and need earbuds for wired listening with a detachable cable, the KZ ZSN Pro X would be more suitable, although they lack active noise cancelling and the convenience of wireless use. The Beats Fit Pro also offer better integration with Apple devices. If you don't require the advanced features of the Beats and are okay with the basics for casual listening, the KZ provides good sound quality at a budget price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats Fit Pro
Good for exercise
Very good for air travel
Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro X
Good for music
Good for TV and video
Key differences
Gaming
4.9/10
5.9/10
The KZ ZSN Pro X and Beats Fit Pro are both poor for gaming, though the KZ ZSN Pro X is somewhat better.
Phone Calls
6.3/10
3.1/10
The Beats Fit Pro is only fair for phone calls, while the KZ ZSN Pro X is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.6/10
4.7/10
The Beats Fit Pro is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the KZ ZSN Pro X is poor.
TV and Video
5.6/10
7.3/10
The KZ ZSN Pro X is good for TV and video, while the Beats Fit Pro is poor.
Noise Reduction
8.3/10
6.0/10
The Beats Fit Pro is very good for noise reduction, while the KZ ZSN Pro X is only fair.
Battery
5.2 Hours
N/A
The Beats Fit Pro has 5.2 hours of battery life. The KZ ZSN Pro X does not have a battery.
Cost
$179
$24
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The Beats Fit Pro has a price of $179 and the KZ ZSN Pro X costs $24.
"The Beats Fit Pro is just as easy to use with an Android device as it is with an iPhone. It seems Apple-owned Beats is trying to appeal to a wider market, and it works. The Fit Pro fits like a pro with the ear tip fit test and multiple ear tips. Sound quality is sure to please most athletes, but the Fit Pro is just at home in the office as it is in the gym. The main factor holding the Beats Fit Pro back from gold is the price."
"The KZ ZSN PRO X offers superb sound for very little money, like under $30 USD. It has some rough edges with a plastic seam on the cable that can rub on your ear, and the bud is a bit large. The tech isn't cutting edge, but new doesn't always equal better. You should try it."
Get a great deal on the Beats Fit Pro or the KZ ZSN Pro X
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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