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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize convenience and use with Apple products, the Beats Fit Pro earbuds offer good noise isolation, adaptive sound, are sweatproof, and have a compact form which is great for exercise and travel. They also feature virtual surround sound, but this is only available when paired with Apple devices. On the other hand, the Rode NTH-100 headphones have a sturdier build, better overall sound quality for music, and a detachable cable, making them suitable for studio work or regular home use. However, they lack wireless connectivity and are less portable, making them less ideal for on-the-go scenarios. Consider where and how you plan to use your audio device most to make the best choice for your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats Fit Pro
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Rode NTH-100
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
Key differences
Music
6.9
8.2
The Rode NTH-100 is very good for music, while the Beats Fit Pro is only fair.
Gaming
4.9
6.5
The Rode NTH-100 is only fair for gaming, while the Beats Fit Pro is poor.
Phone Calls
6.3
4.8
The Beats Fit Pro is only fair for phone calls, while the Rode NTH-100 is poor.
TV and Video
5.6
7.7
The Rode NTH-100 is good for TV and video, while the Beats Fit Pro is poor.
Noise Reduction
8.3
5.3
The Beats Fit Pro is very good for noise reduction, while the Rode NTH-100 is poor.
Battery
5.2 Hours
N/A
The Beats Fit Pro has 5.2 hours of battery life. The Rode NTH-100 does not have a battery.
Cost
$179
$149
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
The Beats Fit Pro has a price of $179 and the Rode NTH-100 costs $149.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.6
7.6
The Beats Fit Pro and Rode NTH-100 are both good for podcasts and audiobooks.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Beats Fit Pro and Rode NTH-100 both have very good build quality.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Beats Fit Pro | Rode NTH-100 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$179 | $149 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | Rode | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2021 | March 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.4/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.3/10 | 4.2/10 | |
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 | 5.3/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.6 Grams | 349.2 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."
Rode NTH-100
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Kizito Katawonga | March 2023
"The NTH-100M is a closed-back headset aimed at professional audiophiles—streamers, podcasters and content creators included—looking for masterful audio and a detachable 'broadcast-grade' microphone."
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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 Rode
Rode is an Australian audio equipment manufacturer. Rode was founded in 1967 as Freedman Electronics, transitioning into its modern brand in 1990, and it’s mainly known for their high-end microphones and audio production equipment. In 2022 they entered into the headphone market with their NTH-100 closed back headphone which was received with very good reviews from the community.
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