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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£170
  • Avg. price in US: ~$200
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 12 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Beats Studio Wireless review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

6.9

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

6.8

Technical Score

20.0%

7.5

User score

Good
6.8

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

8.6

Sound

20.0%

3.7

Features

10.0%

6.4

Design

8.0%

4.0

Connectivity

6.0%

4.9

Battery

4.0%

9.4

Calls & Controls

Good
7.5

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.2

User reviews

30.0%

5.7

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
(184)
United States
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4.1
(184)

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

Very good
  • 6.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    1.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    1.7

    Battery life

  • 4.3
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    1.7

    Battery life

    18.0%

    4.2

    Weight

    16.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    1.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 7.1
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    1.7

    Battery life

    14.0%

    10

    Companion app

  • 3.7
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.2

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    1.7

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Beats Studio Wireless are over-ear headphones featuring an iconic foldable design with a focus on powerful, bass-heavy audio performance. Key specifications include a 20-hour rechargeable battery (up to 12 hours in wireless mode), Class 1 Bluetooth connectivity, and dual-mode Adaptive Noise Canceling (ANC) that balances music with external environmental sounds. Main pros include their stylish, lightweight build and comfortable ear cushions that provide a solid seal for passive isolation. However, notable cons include relatively weak active noise cancellation compared to modern competitors and a sound profile that some reviewers find over-emphasized or 'muddy' in the high-bass frequencies.

Technical Specifications of Beats Studio Wireless

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

8.6

Sound

20.0%

3.7

Features

10.0%

6.4

Design

8.0%

4.0

Connectivity

6.0%

4.9

Battery

4.0%

9.4

Calls & Controls

6.8
Beats Studio Wireless has a technical score of 6.82 points, which is higher than that of 80.9% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.2

User reviews

30.0%

5.7

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
(184)
United States
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4.1
(184)

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

7.5
Beats Studio Wireless has a user score of 7.45 points, which is lower than that of 70% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
5.7
Beats Studio Wireless has a popularity of 5.7 points, which is higher than 56% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.9

Overall score

40.0%

9.6

Price

7.8
Beats Studio Wireless has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.8 points, which is higher than 80.7% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Beats Studio Wireless supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

40 mm
Beats Studio Wireless uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Beats Studio Wireless uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

22 Hz
Beats Studio Wireless reaches a lowest frequency of 22 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 98.1% of headphones and equal to 0.2% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Beats Studio Wireless supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Beats Studio Wireless is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

1
Beats Studio Wireless has 1 microphones, more microphones than 25.9% of headphones and equal to 52.2% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Beats Studio Wireless does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wireless
Beats Studio Wireless supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

4.0
Beats Studio Wireless uses Bluetooth version 4.0, newer Bluetooth version than 57.4% of headphones and equal to 4.8% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

10 m
Beats Studio Wireless offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% of headphones.
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

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Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Beats Studio Wireless does not support multipoint. 65.1% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Beats Studio Wireless does not offer ambient sound mode. 76.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Beats Studio Wireless does not support EQ customization. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Beats Studio Wireless works with a companion app. 55.7% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

yes
Beats Studio Wireless supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

12 hours
Beats Studio Wireless offers battery life of 12 hours, lower battery life than 85.9% of headphones and equal to 3.6% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

12 hours
Beats Studio Wireless offers battery life with ANC of 12 hours, lower battery life with ANC than 92.8% of headphones and equal to 2% of headphones.
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

2 hours
Beats Studio Wireless needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 48.5% of headphones and equal to 39.1% of headphones.
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Beats Studio Wireless supports quick charge. 31% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

560 mAh
Beats Studio Wireless has a battery capacity of 560 mAh, lower battery capacity than 51.2% of headphones and equal to 1.2% of headphones.
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Beats
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

260 g
Beats Studio Wireless weighs 260 g, heavier than 65.5% of headphones and equal to 2.3% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

4.8
Beats Studio Wireless has a clamp force of 4.8, higher clamp force than 58.2% of headphones and equal to 1.1% of headphones.
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Beats Studio Wireless vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Beats Studio Wireless supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    Beats Studio Wireless supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Spatial audio support
    Beats Studio Wireless supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
    What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
    When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Beats Studio Wireless supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 13 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Beats Studio Wireless has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
    When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=106 dB/mW

    Beats Studio Wireless has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • More flexible connectivity
    Beats Studio Wireless offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
    What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
    When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

    Importance: HIGH

    Beats Studio Wireless offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    Beats Studio Wireless offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
    When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Beats Studio Wireless offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Beats Studio Wireless includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
    What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
    When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Beats Studio Wireless includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • In-line controls
    Beats Studio Wireless includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
    What it is: Controls available on in-line remote of wired cable
    When it matters: When your wired setup depends on cable-mounted buttons or call controls.

    Importance: LOW

    Beats Studio Wireless includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Beats Studio Wireless reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
    What it is: Reduces wind interference for clearer outdoor calls
    When it matters: When you take calls outdoors while walking, cycling, or commuting.

    Importance: LOW

    Beats Studio Wireless reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Foldable design
    Beats Studio Wireless has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Beats Studio Wireless supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Spatial audio support
    Beats Studio Wireless supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 13 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Beats Studio Wireless has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 12 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Beats Studio Wireless has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (115 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Beats Studio Wireless has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Beats Studio Wireless offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    Beats Studio Wireless offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Beats Studio Wireless includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • In-line controls
    Beats Studio Wireless includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Beats Studio Wireless reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Sidetone support
    Beats Studio Wireless supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Quick mic mute
    Beats Studio Wireless includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.

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Overall
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
  • 25 mm tighter earcup height
    Beats Studio Wireless has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (35 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
  • 19.3% higher weight
    Beats Studio Wireless is heavier than the average headphone (260 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Beats Studio Wireless uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 0.5 higher clamp force
    Beats Studio Wireless has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (4.8 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
  • 4 Hz weaker bass extension
    Beats Studio Wireless has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (22 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 18 hours shorter battery life
    Beats Studio Wireless has a lower battery life than the average headphone (12 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 18 hours shorter ANC battery life
    Beats Studio Wireless has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (12 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
  • 4 older release date
    Beats Studio Wireless was released earlier than the average headphone (2,013 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    December 2013
  • 18 hours shorter battery life
    Beats Studio Wireless has a lower battery life than the average headphone (12 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time on a single charge
    When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >45 hours

    Beats Studio Wireless has a lower battery life than the average headphone (12 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.12 hours vs 30 hours
  • 18 hours shorter ANC battery life
    Beats Studio Wireless has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (12 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
    When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >40 hours

    Beats Studio Wireless has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (12 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.12 hours vs 30 hours
  • 25 mm tighter earcup height
    Beats Studio Wireless has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (35 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    What it is: Internal height of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When larger ears need enough space inside the earcups.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Beats Studio Wireless has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (35 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.35 mm vs 60 mm
  • 4 Hz weaker bass extension
    Beats Studio Wireless has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (22 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    Beats Studio Wireless has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (22 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.22 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 19.3% higher weight
    Beats Studio Wireless is heavier than the average headphone (260 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Beats Studio Wireless is heavier than the average headphone (260 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.260 g vs 218 g
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Beats Studio Wireless uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
    What it is: Cable designed to resist tangling
    When it matters: When you often carry wired headphones in a bag or pocket.

    Importance: LOW

    Beats Studio Wireless uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 88.9% more expensive
    Beats Studio Wireless is more expensive than the average headphone (£170 vs £90).
    Beats Studio Wireless is more expensive than the average headphone (£170 vs £90).£170 vs £90
  • 4 older release date
    Beats Studio Wireless was released earlier than the average headphone (2,013 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    December 2013
    What it is: Official release or launch date of the model
    When it matters: When you want a newer model for fresher features, longer support life, or simply to avoid buying into an older generation.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=2020

    Beats Studio Wireless was released earlier than the average headphone (2,013 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.2013 vs 2017
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Sound
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
184 Reviews
United States
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4.1
184 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

What customers like about Beats Studio Wireless?

  • Excellent battery life of up to 40 hours with fast-charging capabilities
  • Great cross-platform support with one-touch pairing for both Apple and Android
  • Clear, detailed sound with powerful bass and sculpted highs
  • Personalised Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking for immersive listening
  • Lossless audio support when connected via the USB-C cable
  • High-quality call performance thanks to improved voice-targeting microphones
  • Timeless, sleek, and portable foldable design

What customers dislike about Beats Studio Wireless?

  • Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) is average compared to top-tier rivals like Bose or Sony
  • No automatic wear detection (music does not pause when you take them off)
  • Plastic construction can feel less premium for the high price point
  • Lacks a customizable EQ for wireless Bluetooth listening
  • May feel tight or uncomfortable for users with larger heads or those wearing glasses
  • No multi-point pairing support for Apple users (switching between devices is manual)
  • Can attract visible fingerprints and smudges on darker-coloured models

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Beats By Dr. Dre Studio Wireless review on kopfhoerer.de", "Beats Studio Wireless review: Expensive Bluetooth headphones with noise cancelling", "Beat...

The Beats by Dr. Dre Studio Wireless (Remastered) is a visually striking over-ear headphone designed for brand-conscious users who primarily listen to Hip-Hop and Electronic music. Following Apple's acquisition of the brand, this version features a more balanced sound profile than its predecessors, though it retains a dominant, punchy bass that may still feel heavy for some. Its...Read more

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computerbild.de
30/04/2014
Review: Beats by Dr. Dre Studio Wireless - COMPUTER BILD

This review examines the Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2.0 Wireless headphones, a Bluetooth-connected model designed for smartphones and computers. Weighing 261 grams, the headphones feature robust folding hinges for easy travel and an internal rechargeable battery that lasted 10.5 hours in testing, which can be recharged via a Micro-USB port. Shifting away from the overly boisterous bass...Read more

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audiocasque.fr
01/03/2014
Beats Studio Wireless: Full Review

The Beats Studio Wireless is an over-ear Bluetooth headphone that improves upon its wired predecessor with a cleaner, lighter, and more durable design. It delivers an improved sound signature where the brand's signature bass remains powerful but is much better controlled and less aggressive. The device features dual-module active noise cancellation (ANC) that efficiently blocks out...Read more

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darty.com
27/05/2016
Beats Studio Wireless Matte Black | 11 reviews on Darty. Read the comprehensive review at Les Numériques.

The Beats Studio Wireless Matte Black, featured on Darty, are praised for their sleek, matte aesthetic, comfortable over-ear design, and powerful audio performance with improved, clear sound. However, user feedback highlights significant cons, including weak Adaptive Noise Cancelling (ANC), a reliance on plastic build quality, and the requirement of battery power even for wired use....Read more

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darty.com
21/03/2014
Beats Headphones: New Studio Wireless Review

The Darty review of the New Beats Studio WirelessGo highlights a user-friendly design featuring a built-in rechargeable battery with 2–3 days of life and clear LED power indicators. The headset delivers improved sound quality, particularly optimized for rap and RnB, with a fast three-hour charging time. Cons include a reduced, more attenuated bass compared to earlier, heavier...Read more

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applesfera.com
21/01/2016
We test the Beats Studio Wireless (2015)

The review of the Beats Studio Wireless (2015) highlights them as a well-rounded option for users transitioning away from wired headphones, offering key improvements over past generations. On the positive side (pros), the reviewer praises the excellent battery life, which delivers roughly 10 to 11 hours of real-world use against the advertised 12 hours, alongside a fast charging...Read more

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forbes.com.mx
12/12/2016
Review: Studio Wireless, (Almost) Unbeatable Beats

The Forbes México review characterizes the Beats Studio Wireless headphones as a highly competitive and surprisingly robust product in a market traditionally dominated by veteran audio brands. The reviewer praises the exceptional design and material quality, emphasizing the meticulous attention to detail, robust curves, and comfortable fit achieved via metallic accents, a silicone...Read more

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