Apple BeatsX

Comfortable enough to wear all day ; W1 chip makes life simpler for Apple customers ; Fantastic noise isolation

Average sound quality ; Cable between earbuds is too long ; Terrible lint-magnet carrying case

Apple's other wireless earbuds might be a better fit for you than the AirPods

Powerful audio performance with rich bass and clear highs. Includes W1 chip for fast, seamless connection with iOS devices. Excellent wireless range.

No auto power-down or sleep mode. Sculpted sound signature not for audio purists.

Of all the earphones and headphones we've tested with the W1 chip thus far, the BeatsX are our favorite. You get all the benefits of the chip, along with a secure fit and a refreshingly reasonable price (for Beats, that is). But mainly, it's the...

Portable and stable design. Very low leakage. Impressively quick charge time.

The neckband design might not be comfortable for all users. Extremely limited app support only available on iOS.

The Beats X Wireless are decent for mixed-use. Their flexible neckband design makes it easy to take these headphones with you, whether in your pocket or around your neck. Although they don't significantly reduce low noises like vehicle engines, they...

Portable and stable. ; Good, passive isolation. ; Minimal leakage.

The in-ear fit and around-the-neck design are not for everyone.

Super fast simple pairing with iOS devices ; Clean looking design ; Good sound, slightly bass heavy but not overbearing ; Nice build quality

Power button isn't tactile enough ; May be pricey for some

The BeatsX earbuds have a clean design with new Beats sound that doesn’t kill you with bass but makes the bass more of a foundation to the other frequencies. A mushy power button is probably the worst part of these earphones. Overall, these are a good...

Good fit and noise isolation ; Weighted battery/electronic pods on cable ; Comfortable earbuds and flat cable for all-day usage ; Quick-charge functionality

Cable is too lengthy ; Awkward pairing procedure using Android and Windows ; Treble and midrange are lacking

The BeatsX wireless headphones deliver a comfy fit, quick-charge functionality and decent audio.

Overall, BeatsX is a well-made, decent sounding earphone that works in a variety of environments. Add to that an easy pairing process and solid wireless connection thanks to Apple's W1 chip, and the package becomes even more appealing.