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Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 vs Bose Ultra Open Earbuds: what real owners say

Real owners lean toward the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds: 64% of 148 owners recommend it, vs 38% of 48 for the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2.

Verdicts aggregated from Reddit, enthusiast forums, and YouTube owner comments — affiliate reviews excluded. Sample sizes differ; judge accordingly. How we score

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

38%of 48 owners recommend
38% recommend · 10% neutral · 52% don't
Owners praise
  • Secure earhook fit that stays put during workouts and running
  • Good sound once you get a proper ear-tip seal
  • Comfortable for both exercise and all-day wear
Owners complain about
  • Sound quality disappointing, tinny or harsh to many
  • Weak ANC that barely cancels outside noise
  • Ear pain or fatigue and tips that won't stay seated
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Bose Ultra Open Earbuds

64%of 148 owners recommend
64% recommend · 13% neutral · 23% don't
Owners praise
  • Open design keeps you aware of your surroundings
  • Exceptionally comfortable, barely-there all-day wear
  • Surprisingly good sound for an open-ear bud
Owners complain about
  • Weak or no bass due to the open, sealless fit
  • Poor call and mic quality
  • Expensive for what you get
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What Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 owners say

“By far the best headphones on the market for when you are being active and don’t want them to fall out.”
— @ddg9584 on YouTube
“they still work, left one has less than an hour for battery life, but honestly, I can't complain”
— @JoseLopez-gf2js on YouTube
“The Beats went back to the store after a week”
— @JavisBoomTech on YouTube

What Bose Ultra Open Earbuds owners say

“For me they were worth every penny.”
— @MingRose on YouTube
“Im actually liking the design. A lot of earbuds always fall out when i run or just aren't comfortable”
— @smittyvanjagermanjenson182 on YouTube
“the fact they arent good for calls is killing me”
— @jamesshepherd1860 on YouTube