These Beats Earbuds Are 47% Off Right Now

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Woot has the Beats Studio Buds for $78.82, a sizable drop from their original $149.95 price and the lowest price tracked so far, according to price tracking tools. For comparison, Amazon is selling the same earbuds for $94.95 right now. Prime members also get free shipping, while non-Prime shoppers pay $6, though Woot notes that these earbuds cannot be shipped to Alaska, Hawaii, or P.O. box addresses. One of the Studio Buds' biggest strengths is that these earbuds don't really force you to pick a side—iPhone owners get conveniences like one-tap pairing and Find My support, while Android users still get fast pairing and a companion app.

The earbuds themselves are small, light, and easy to wear for extended periods, and the three included ear tip sizes make it easier to find a secure fit for commuting, workouts, or everyday use. They're also rated IPX4, so sweat and light rain aren't much of a concern. That said, these are not neutral-sounding earbuds. They lean bass-heavy, which gives pop, hip-hop, and electronic music more punch, but may feel too boosted if you prefer a flatter sound. Battery life is rated for about five hours with ANC enabled or up to eight hours without it, while the charging case extends total listening time to roughly 15 to 24 hours, depending on how you use them. 

Its ANC performance is also good enough to make everyday listening more enjoyable, especially for consistent background sounds like air conditioning, though this PCMag review notes that voices and higher-pitched sounds still come through more than they would on pricier Sony or Bose earbuds. As for controls, you can handle playback, calls, and switching between ANC and Transparency mode from either earbud—with volume being the only exception since you still have to adjust that from your phone. Still, at under $80, they're one of the more affordable ways to get active noise cancellation from a pair of earbuds that work especially well with Apple's ecosystem, without locking Android users out in the process.