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Check out our full review of the Beats Fit Pro.

Who it’s for:

Beats Fit Pro earbuds check the boxes for most athletes. These small buds fit comfortably in ears, and three different sizes of ear tips create a comfortable, secure fit. With active noise cancellation, the buds block out noise so you can focus on your workout. However, there is still some noise leakage, which isn’t a bad thing if you need to remain aware of your surroundings for safety.

These are a dream if you’re looking for touch controls. Of all the headphones I tested, the Beats Fit Pro had the most responsive touch controls, making it easy to take calls or play/pause music. Despite being built into the iOS system, Beats buds work for iPhone and Android users alike with easy connectivity.

Why we like it:

I’d never used a pair of Beats headphones before testing the Fit Pro earbuds, but I was quickly impressed. You can’t beat the quick connectivity. As an iOS user, I just had to open the case for the Beats Fit Pro to connect nearly instantly. Earbuds can be a tough fit for me, so I appreciated the multiple-sized ear tips that created the most secure fit.

It took me a second to get comfortable with the Beats Fit Pro, but the wing-tipped design kept them secure in my ear as I moved through my workouts. They can still fall out, particularly if you’re bending over, but they’re much more secure than typical earbuds.

What I really loved about the design was the touch controls. While most headphones don’t have actual buttons to use for touch controls, these do, making it a breeze to take calls. However, that makes it a little too easy to end calls — I accidentally ended a call or two while using these earbuds. Ultimately, the excellent touch controls and secure fit pushed these to the top of the list.

The sound quality on the Beats Fit Pro is excellent. The active noise cancellation dimmed the busy world around me so I could tune into my podcast while I was working out. I did find that the ANC got a little buzzy around loud noises as it worked harder to block them out, and ultimately, I found it a little distracting. With an IPX4 rating, they’re water-resistant, making me confident that my sweat or a sudden rainstorm wouldn’t cause any damage to them.