Connections
- Beats Studio Buds
- Charging case uses USB-C
- Beats Studio Buds +
- Uses USB-C
Headphones comparison
Beats Studio Buds vs Beats Studio Buds +
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Beats Studio Buds
KSh 18,800In Stock | 02  Beats Studio Buds +
KSh 17,800In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Beats Studio Buds + if you want a newer model (2023) and a lower price (KSh 1,000 less). Choose the Beats Studio Buds if you prefer Bluetooth wireless.
Fit
- Beats Studio Buds
- Three silicone ear-tip sizes
- Beats Studio Buds +
- Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L
Charging
- Beats Studio Buds
- 5 minutes for up to 1 hour playback
- Beats Studio Buds +
- 5 minutes provides up to 1 hour
Spatial audio
- Beats Studio Buds
- Compatible with supported spatial-audio content
- Beats Studio Buds +
- Spatial audio for Dolby Atmos
App support
- Beats Studio Buds
- Beats app
- Beats Studio Buds +
- Beats app on Android, native Apple integration
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Beats Studio Buds
- Connection: Bluetooth wireless.
- Charging case uses USB-C.
Beats Studio Buds +
- Newer model: released in 2023 (vs 2021).
- Lower price: KSh 17,800 (vs KSh 18,800).
- Connection: Class 1 Bluetooth.
- Uses USB-C for charging.
- Supports Dolby Atmos and spatial audio.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Beats Studio Buds | Beats Studio Buds + |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Three silicone ear-tip sizes | Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L |
| Battery life | Up to 8 hours ANC off | Up to 9 hours / 36 hours with case (ANC off) |
| Controls | Multifunction button on each earbud | Multifunction button on each earbud |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth wireless | Class 1 Bluetooth |
| Water resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance |
| Charging | 5 minutes for up to 1 hour playback | 5 minutes provides up to 1 hour |
| Spatial audio | Compatible with supported spatial-audio content | Spatial audio for Dolby Atmos |
| App support | Beats app for Android | Beats app on Android, native Apple integration |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Transparency Mode | Yes |
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Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both are rated IPX4.
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both work with a companion app.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
In summary
Studio Buds and Studio Buds + share the main features compared here, so the lower-priced Studio Buds + may be enough.
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