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Updated April 11, 2024·
earbuds catering to slightly different preferences. If you value a durable and sweatproof option with adaptive sound tailored to Apple devices, the Beats Fit Pro are a strong fit, particularly if you exercise frequently or travel often, given their secure wingtips and compact design. However, they may not be the best for gaming or watching TV due to poorer soundstage. On the other hand, the Sony WF1000XM3 excels in mic quality and soundstage, making them better suited for calls and immersive music experiences. They also provide longer battery life. Though not sweatproof, they offer superior noise cancellation for quieter environments. If you're an Android user, the Sonys also offer more optimized features, whereas the Beats have functions specifically for Apple devices. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats Fit Pro
- Good for exercise
Advantages of the Sony WF1000XM3
- Good for music
- Very good for phone calls
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
6.9
7.5
The Sony WF1000XM3 is good for music, while the Beats Fit Pro is only fair.
Gaming
4.9
5.6
The Sony WF1000XM3 and Beats Fit Pro are both poor for gaming, though the Sony WF1000XM3 is somewhat better.
Phone Calls
6.3
8.2
The Sony WF1000XM3 is very good for phone calls, while the Beats Fit Pro is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.6
8.7
The Sony WF1000XM3 is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Beats Fit Pro is good.
Battery
5.2 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Beats Fit Pro has 5.2 hours of battery life. The Sony WF1000XM3 has 6 hours of battery life.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The Sony WF1000XM3 has excellent build quality, while the Beats Fit Pro has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
TV and Video
5.6
5.7
The Sony WF1000XM3 and Beats Fit Pro are both poor for TV and video.
Noise Reduction
8.3
8.3
The Beats Fit Pro and Sony WF1000XM3 are both very good for noise reduction.
Cost
$179
$180
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$200
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The Beats Fit Pro has a price of $179 and the Sony WF1000XM3 costs $180.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Beats Fit Pro | Sony WF1000XM3 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$179 | $180 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2021 | August 1, 2019 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.4/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.7/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.3/10 | 6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 5.2 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.3 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 18 | 24 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.7/10 | 8/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.6 Grams | 9 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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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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Lily Katz | November 2022
"Wireless earbuds are a dime a dozen, and the Sony WF-1000XM3 makes it easy to justify the cost. The design and comfort are good, and the connection strength is consistent. While the lack of aptX or LDAC support is a big drawback, DSEE HX processing improves low-quality audio files. If you want stylish active noise canceling (ANC) earbuds, the WF-1000XM3 needs to be at the top of your list."
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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 Sony
Sony is a multinational corporation, based out of Japan, with over 75 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry. In the audio market, Sony has been a trendsetter several times throughout its history. In 1979 they released the first-ever portable music player, the Sony Walkman, followed by the Discman 20 years later. Today, Sony is one of the leaders in the wireless headphone and earbud market, especially in terms of Active Noise Cancellation technology.
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