Overview
- The rebranded Powerbeats Fit are available now for $199 and forgo both the H2 audio platform and an in‑ear heart‑rate sensor.
- Hands-on testing found the rebuilt wingtips keep the buds locked in place during runs, cycling, strength work, and yoga, and reviewers praised the easy-to-use physical “b” button controls.
- Reviewers reported that the winged design can create pressure in the ear, making the Fit uncomfortable for longer sessions compared with all‑day options.
- Sound quality and active noise cancellation were described as good but a step behind Apple’s AirPods Pro 3 in clarity, richness, and noise blocking.
- Comparative coverage confirms earbud heart‑rate monitoring is viable on models that include it, with Powerbeats Pro 2 and AirPods Pro 3 offering the feature and Beats’ Pro 2 providing broader Android compatibility.