What do reviews say about android?

It pairs quickly with both iPhone and Android, a key selling point in both expert reviews.

What do reviews say about battery?

SoundGuys measured about 8 h 22 min with ANC on; 113 Best Buy buyers praise the battery.

What do reviews say about anc?

Both experts rate the ANC as good, a big step up over the original Studio Buds.

What do reviews say about connection?

28 Best Buy reviewers report connectivity issues.

Phones & Audio · Earbuds · 778 reviews · 3 sources

Beats Studio Buds +

Best for: iPhone and Android usersBudget

Solid ANC and battery with one-tap pairing on iPhone and Android, but the sound is bright and SoundGuys found the fit less comfy.

Tracking since Sep 2026

Buy if

You switch between iPhone and Android
You like a see-through design

Skip if

You want warm, bass-rich sound
You want wireless charging

How it scores

ANC8.0

Sound6.8

Battery6.6

Value6.4

Comfort4.9

Price

$169

You pay for: Mid-price buds for both OSes

Reviewed Sep 2026 · 0 new reviews since · score unchanged

What people love

Most mentioned by reviewers

Sound qualityCrisp, clear and punchy

Battery lifeAbout 8 h with ANC on

Secure fitStays put for most buyers

What people complain about

Most mentioned by reviewers

No wireless chargingCase is USB-C only

Connection dropsSome pairing complaints

Reviewers disagree on

Crisp detailed soundToo bright for some ears

Fit is secureSoundGuys rates comfort low

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Sources

Best Buy
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SoundGuys
Reviewed Sep 2026

AI summary of public reviews, not a recommendation.