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If you’re after workout earbuds that won’t fall out mid-burpee, the refurbished Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 might be worth a look, especially at $164.99 from Woot right now (this deal is live for nine days or while supplies last). That’s nearly $85 off the list price, and even cheaper than Amazon’s current rate for a like-new unit. You also get a one-year limited warranty from eReplacements and free shipping with Prime (otherwise it’s six bucks for shipping).
The fit is one of the biggest selling points here. The secure ear hooks keep them in place through runs, lifting sessions, or dance workouts, and they’re sweat-resistant to boot (IPX4). The sound is bold and energetic, and you get both active noise canceling and transparency modes, so you can either tune out the world or stay aware when needed. On-ear controls handle volume and playback (so you don’t need to dig out your phone mid-set), and they’ll auto-pause your music when you take them off. Battery life is solid, too, about eight to 10 hours per charge, with the case extending that up to 45 hours.
That said, if you were eyeing the heart rate tracking feature, maybe don’t base your purchase on that alone. According to our Senior Health Editor Beth Skwarecki, the feature didn’t always sync reliably, especially on iPhones running gym apps or streaming music at the same time. Check out her in-depth review for the full breakdown. There’s also no companion EQ app, so what you hear is what you get. But if you’re mainly after comfortable, durable, and high-performing wireless earbuds that’ll keep up with your workouts (and come in at a lower price point), this refurb deal might be worth jumping on.
