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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize portability and use during exercise, the Beats Fit Pro earbuds are a better fit as they are wireless, sweatproof, have secure wingtips, and offer active noise cancelling for a versatile listening experience in noisier environments. They also provide better integration with Apple devices, including features like spatial audio. However, for the most immersive listening experience at home, especially for music and TV, the Philips Fidelio X2HR headphones are superior due to their open-back design and excellent sound quality, though they lack active noise cancelling and are not designed for workouts or travel. The Philips headphones are also wired, which could limit mobility, but they are likely better for critical listening due to their soundstage. Choose Beats Fit Pro for an active lifestyle and Apple device compatibility or Philips Fidelio X2HR for high-fidelity listening in a stationary setting. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats Fit Pro
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Philips Fidelio X2HR
- Excellent for music
- Good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
Key differences
Music
6.9
9.3
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is excellent for music, while the Beats Fit Pro is only fair.
Gaming
4.9
7.0
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is good for gaming, while the Beats Fit Pro is poor.
Phone Calls
6.3
5.0
The Beats Fit Pro is only fair for phone calls, while the Philips Fidelio X2HR is poor.
TV and Video
5.6
8.8
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is very good for TV and video, while the Beats Fit Pro is poor.
Noise Reduction
8.3
2.5
The Beats Fit Pro is very good for noise reduction, while the Philips Fidelio X2HR is poor.
Battery
5.2 Hours
N/A
The Beats Fit Pro has 5.2 hours of battery life. The Philips Fidelio X2HR does not have a battery.
Cost
$179
$148
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
The Beats Fit Pro has a price of $179 and the Philips Fidelio X2HR costs $148.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The Philips Fidelio X2HR has excellent build quality, while the Beats Fit Pro has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.6
7.9
The Philips Fidelio X2HR and Beats Fit Pro are both good for podcasts and audiobooks.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Beats Fit Pro | Philips Fidelio X2HR |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$179 | $148 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | Philips | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2021 | September 1, 2014 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.4/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5/10 | 7.1/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.7/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.3/10 | 4.5/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 5.2 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.3 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | N/A | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 18 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.7/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.6 Grams | 390 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | N/A | |
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SoundGuys
Lili Katz | January 2024
"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."
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Liquid Audio
Stefan | May 2022
"This piece is a fantastic option for music lovers searching for premium sound and a snug fit. You should get these headphones if you care about sound quality and want to hear music in a new light. This technology is a great option for high-quality headphones with superb sound reproduction."
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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.
About Philips
Philips is a Dutch conglomerate and electronics manufacturer with over 130 years of history. Philips makes the Fidelio audio line which includes several models of full-sized wired and wireless headphones, true wireless earbuds. soundbars and wireless speakers.
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