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Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

The gym earbud Reddit and expert reviewers keep recommending for secure fit, sweat resistance, and now heart rate monitoring. Wirecutter says it has 'everything we want in a set of workout earbuds.'

$199-$249
Pros
  • Ear-hook design stays secure during intense workouts and running
  • Heart rate monitoring built in — a first for earbuds at this level
  • Noise cancellation and wireless charging added over previous gen
  • Bass-forward sound that suits energetic workout music
Cons
  • Bulkier than standard earbuds due to ear-hook design
  • Higher price point than many gym-focused alternatives
  • Best experience tied to Apple/Beats ecosystem
Why we recommend it

For workouts, the Powerbeats Pro 2 is the clear winner — the ear-hook design actually stays in during hard efforts, and adding heart rate monitoring makes it a fitness tool, not just earbuds.

Wirecutter

The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 offers everything we want in a set of workout earbuds: good battery life, clear sound, water/sweat resistance, and a secure fit.