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Flex vs Studio Buds +

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Comparing 2 headphones
Flex
Flex7.5Good
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Studio Buds +
Studio Buds +8.1Very good· Top score
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The short verdict

Studio Buds + edges it on score

The Studio Buds + leads overall; pick the Flex if its strengths below matter more to you.

Flex
7.5
Studio Buds +
8.1
Choose the Flex if
  • Budget buyers who want a neckband they can't lose down a drain.
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Choose the Studio Buds + if
  • People who switch between an iPhone and an Android phone and want ANC buds for under $100 on sale.
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At a glance

Key differences

Measured differences only. Ties and tiny gaps are left out.
Why pick theFlex1 win
−$16.96Cheaper today$42.99 vs $59.95
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Why pick theStudio Buds +1 win
+200%Longer listening time36 vs 12 h
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Sound4 differences
Type
Wireless neckband earbuds
True wireless noise-cancelling earbuds
Wear style
In-ear neckband
In-ear
Speaker config
Two-piece acoustic driver
Custom acoustic platform
Driver type
Custom layered driver
Custom two-layer transducer
Noise Control1 difference
ANC
—
Yes
Battery4 differences
Battery life
12 h
36 h
Battery type
Up to 12 hours
Up to 36 hours with charging case
Quick charge
10W
5W
Quick-charge playtime
1.5W
1W
Connectivity1 difference
Connection
Wireless, USB-C charging
Wireless
Controls & Software1 difference
Controls
Music, calls, volume, voice assistant
Single multifunction button per side
Comfort & Build1 difference
Ear tip sizes
4 sizes
XS, S, M, L
Launch1 difference
In the box
Beats Flex wireless earphones · ear tips in four sizes · USB-C charge connector
Beats Studio Buds + earbuds · silicone ear tips in XS/S/M/L · matching charging case
Design1 difference
Earbud Height Mm
0.63 in (16 mm)
0.59 in (15 mm)
General1 difference
Regional Model
UK Flame Blue
UK Black / Gold
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