

Unlike the Fit Pro, the AirPods support wireless charging and charge via Lightning instead of USB-C. The AirPods Pro come in matching glossy white case, with a MagSafe version having launched in 2021. On the other hand, if you prefer touch controls, you might prefer the AirPods. However, there are no wing-tips and playback is only via touch controls, so if you’re an avid gym-goer the Fit Pro will be the better choice. There’s also a test available to ensure you’re using the correct size ear tips for your ears. Like the Fit Pro, the AirPods Pro come with silicone ear tips for a tight seal and secure fit and include a water resistance rating of IPX4, meaning they can handle a sweaty workout or wet weather. The AirPods Pro, meanwhile, have a glossy white appearance and stem-shaped design that has come to be synonymous with Apple’s earbuds.

The earbuds have physical buttons – well-suited to those with active lifestyles – and come in a range of matte colours, including black, white, sage grey and a vibrant stone purple. The case matches the colour of the buds and while there’s no wireless charging support, but the case does work with USB-C. They come with silicone ear tips and there’s a fit test in the app to limit any sound leakage. The Fit Pro also feature flexible wings that tuck into the upper ear and take advantage of a water resistance rating of IPX4, making them a great choice for workouts, as their name would suggest. In our review we compared the earbuds to a “tiny, sculpted boot”. In fact, the Fit Pro look very little like Apple’s AirPod line. Beats are owned by Apple, but that doesn’t mean they take design tips from the brand.
