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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize superior noise isolation and durability suitable for exercise, and don't mind a bit longer charging time, the Jaybird Vista 2 would be a good choice, as it is also more affordable than the Beats Powerbeats Pro. The Vista 2 additionally supports active noise cancelling, wireless charging, and boasts better app features. However, if you're looking for earbuds with a longer battery life in a single use, a more secure fit with ear hooks, and don’t require active noise cancelling, the Beats Powerbeats Pro may be more appealing, despite their higher price. Both have high overall sound quality and are optimized for both Android and Apple devices. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats Powerbeats Pro
- The Beats Powerbeats Pro has no clear advantages over the Jaybird Vista 2.
Advantages of the Jaybird Vista 2
- Very good for phone calls
- Best in class for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Phone Calls
7.0
8.0
The Jaybird Vista 2 is very good for phone calls, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is good.
Noise Reduction
4.6
7.0
The Jaybird Vista 2 is good for noise reduction, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Beats Powerbeats Pro has 10 hours of battery life. The Jaybird Vista 2 has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$130
$118
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The Beats Powerbeats Pro has a price of $130 and the Jaybird Vista 2 costs $118.
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Key similarities
Music
6.5
6.3
The Beats Powerbeats Pro and Jaybird Vista 2 are both only fair for music.
Gaming
5.5
5.2
The Beats Powerbeats Pro and Jaybird Vista 2 are both poor for gaming.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.2
9.0
The Beats Powerbeats Pro and Jaybird Vista 2 are both excellent for podcasts and audiobooks.
TV and Video
5.7
5.6
The Beats Powerbeats Pro and Jaybird Vista 2 are both poor for TV and video.
Build Quality
8.8
9.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Jaybird Vista 2 to have excellent build quality, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro has very good build quality.
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How the Beats Powerbeats Pro and the Jaybird Vista 2 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Beats Powerbeats Pro | Jaybird Vista 2 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$130 | $118 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | Jaybird | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | June 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.5/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 5.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.8/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.6/10 | 10/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 10 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | 24 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 4.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.8/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 11 Grams | 6.7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Sound Guys
Christian Thomas | November 2022
"Sweat resistance, actual noise isolation, and a secure fit in your ears make these the true wireless earphones you want in Apple-land. Android users may find other options they like better, as these only support AAC."
Jaybird Vista 2
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Chase Bernath | September 2022
"Compared to the original Vista, the Jaybird Vista 2 adds some key features including ANC and SurroundSense to control how much environmental noise you hear. If you're an athlete and are looking for rugged earbuds with tons of customization options, the Jaybird Vista 2 makes for a good option—but only if you are able to achieve a proper fit from the proprietary ear tips."
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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 Jaybird
Jaybird is an American headphone and activity tracker manufacturer focused on the exercise and sports market. The company was founded in 2006 by Judd Armstrong who sought for a product that was thoroughly sweatproof and that wouldn’t get in the way during physical activity. Jaybird is a part of the Swiss company Logitech International, since 2016.
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