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Beats Solo Buds - Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds | 18 Hours of Battery Life | Apple & Android Compatibility | Built-in Microphone - Transparent Red


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Brand Beats
Color Transparent Red
Ear Placement In Ear
Form Factor In Ear
Impedance 35 Ohm

About this item

  • Up to 18 hours of battery life. Fast Fuel, a 5-minute charge, gives up to 1 hour of playback. POWER ADAPTER AND USB-C CHARGING CABLE SOLD SEPARATELY.
  • Custom acoustic architecture for big Beats sound with full range and clarity.
  • The smallest case we’ve ever made, making these powerful earbuds the perfect on-the-go companion.
  • Dual-layer drivers minimize distortion, ensuring high-fidelity sound.
  • Purposefully positioned axial-aligned drivers deliver sound directly to your ears.
  • Laser-cut vents further improve audio performance while relieving pressure for added comfort.
  • Charge directly from your phone, tablet or laptop for extra power on the go.
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Form-Factor Wireless earbuds Wireless earbuds Wireless earbuds Wireless earbuds
Fit 4 ear tip sizes (XS, S, M, L) 3 ear tip sizes (S, M, L) 4 ear tip sizes (XS, S, M, L) 3 ear tip sizes (S, M, L)
Battery Life (listening time on one charge) Up to 18 hours of listening time Up to 8 hours of listening time Up to 9 hours of listening time Up to 7 hours of listening time
Battery Life (listening time with charging case) N/A Up to 24 Hours Up to 36 Hours Up to 36 Hours
Fast Fuel Charging 5-min charge = 1-hour playback 5-min charge = 1-hour playback 5-min charge = 1-hour playback 5-min charge = 1-hour playback
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Charging Port USB-C USB-C USB-C USB-C

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I out-of-the-box pair my Solo Buds with my iPhone?

To pair on an iPhone running the latest iOS, first make sure both earbuds are properly seated in their case. Open the lid of the case near your iPhone until you see a pairing prompt on your phone, then tap to pair. An audio cue will play when your Beats are ready to pair. Or, go to the Bluetooth menu and select “Beats Solo Buds”.

How do I pair with my Android device?

To pair using Google Fast Pair, a one-touch pairing on-screen prompt will appear on your Android device. For older Android devices or to pair manually, use the Beats app or pair in the Bluetooth menu by selecting “Beats Solo Buds”. To download the Beats app, visit the Google Play store or download from beatsbydre.com.

How do I pair with additional Bluetooth devices?

To pair to additional devices, press and hold the ‘b’ button on either the left or right earbud with the earbuds seated in the case to initiate pairing mode. An audio cue will play when your Beats are ready for pairing. Or, go to the Bluetooth menu and select “Beats Solo Buds”.

Do they have noise-canceling?

No, Beats Solo Buds do not feature Active Noise Cancelling (ANC). Beats Studio Buds+ offers both ANC and Transparency mode in a similar design.

How do you charge them?

To charge your Beats Solo Buds, place them in the case and connect your case to a power source using a USB-C charging cable. (Note: The USB-C cable and power adapter are sold separately.) An audio cue will play when the cable is connected to confirm that your Solo Buds are charging. To check the charging status, open the lid of the case near your phone. A pop-up will appear on your phone to indicate the current battery state.

How do you turn them on and off?

Beats Solo Buds automatically power on when removed from the case and power off when placed back in the case with the lid closed.

Can I control music from my earbuds?

Yes, Beats Solo Buds feature controls built into both earbuds. Use the ‘b’ button to control playback—one press to play or pause, two presses to skip ahead, or three presses to go back. Change the press-and-hold settings on your iOS or Android device running the Beats app to convert the ‘b’ buttons into volume controls. (Note: this setting replaces “Voice Assistant”.) Press and hold on one earbud to ramp the volume down and the other earbud to ramp the volume up.

How do I improve the comfort, stability, and sound quality of my Beats Solo Buds?

The earbuds’ ergonomic design features nozzles angled to match the natural shape of the ear canal. Beats Solo Buds come with four ear tip sizes — XS, S, M, and L. Medium ear tips come attached to the product. To select the correct ear tip, gently insert the earbud into your ear with ear tip affixed. You can adjust the fit of the earbud until it feels secure. Choose the most comfortable pair that provides the best sound experience for you.

Do my earbuds have a microphone?

Each earbud is equipped with a custom-designed microphone powered by an advanced noise-learning algorithm to help deliver exceptional call quality. Enjoy extended range with fewer dropouts thanks to industry-leading Class 1 Bluetooth connectivity.

Can I control calls from my earbuds?

Yes, Beats Solo Buds feature controls built into both earbuds. Use the ‘b’ button to answer or decline incoming calls—one press to answer, two presses to decline. While on a call, one press will mute and unmute, and two presses will end the call.

How do I activate Siri or other voice assistants?

Press and hold the ‘b’ button to activate your voice assistant on your iOS or Android device.

How long does the battery last?

Beats Solo Buds has up to 18 hours of battery life. If you’re low on power, Fast Fuel means a 5-minute charge gives up to 1 hour of playback.

How do I keep my product up to date?

Software updates will occasionally be made available to enable new features or improve the product experience. These “silent” updates are automatically enabled when connected to an Apple device. To stay up to date on an Android device, download the Beats app from Google Play.

Technical Details

Beats Solo Buds

Form Factor

In-Ear

Weight

Weight: (case) 22 g (bud) 5.7 g (total) 33.4 g

Dimensions

Height: (case) 2.4 cm / 0.9 in (bud) 1.9 cm / 0.75 in, Length: (case) 6.6 cm / 2.6 in (bud) 2.05 cm / 0.81 in, Width: (case) 3.5 cm / 1.4 in (bud) 1.85 cm / 0.73 in

Connectivity

Class 1 Wireless Bluetooth®

Power and Battery

Beats Solo Buds (single charge): up to 18 hours of listening time, Fast Fuel: a 5-minute charge provides up to 1 hour of playback

What's in the box

  • Beats Solo Buds earphones
  • Carrying case
  • Ear tips with four size options
  • Warranty card
  • (Power adapter and USB-C charging cable sold separately)
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    Customer reviews

    3.5 out of 5 stars
    3.5 out of 5
    44 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the battery life and portability of the headphones. For example, they mention it has an impressive range and the earbuds are small. That said, opinions are mixed on the sound quality.

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    3 customers mention "Battery life"3 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the battery life of the headphones. They mention that it has an impressive range.

    "...Pros- Extremely Portable- very good battery life on the buds(18 hours!)- USB C caseCons-..." Read more

    "...you can’t tell when it’s charging or through charging but battery life is pretty awesome as well...." Read more

    "...ears but they re great sound amazing have Impressive range and battery life" Read more

    3 customers mention "Portability"3 positive0 negative

    Customers like the portability of the headphones. They mention that the case is very small and the earbuds are small. They also appreciate the good battery life on the buds (18 hours).

    "...Not sure if it was on my end or theirs. Very small case and earbuds are small comes with replacement ear silicone tips...." Read more

    "...Pros- Extremely Portable- very good battery life on the buds(18 hours!)- USB C caseCons-..." Read more

    "...The actual product inside seems nice, fairly light and small but not too light as to feel unreliable...." Read more

    8 customers mention "Sound quality"4 positive4 negative

    Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the headphones. Some mention that they have great sound, impressive range, and no problem hearing them at work. Others say that they lack noise cancelling and ambient mode, making the music very tight and thin.

    "...Talked on them at work and people had no problem hearing me. Some people sounded muffled to me. Not sure if it was on my end or theirs...." Read more

    "...At $80 i think they are a bit at the top, lacking noise cancelling and ambient mode where the market now has solid options at the price from known..." Read more

    "I am very pleased with the sound and fit of these buds! I researched a lot before pulling the trigger...." Read more

    "My earbuds are extremely tinny!!! There is no base to them whatsoever!!! Can I return them?" Read more

    A beats product…thats just ok
    3 Stars
    A beats product…thats just ok
    The beats solo buds are beats option for the ones trying to save a couple bucks. At $80 i think they are a bit at the top, lacking noise cancelling and ambient mode where the market now has solid options at the price from known brands(soundcore, skullcandy,ect).Pros- Extremely Portable- very good battery life on the buds(18 hours!)- USB C caseCons- sound ( they are heavily tuned towards the mid range and high end, make the music very tight and thin)-the fit( ones they are in there, they have a very strong suction)- button controls( they will jam into your ear when you use them).Honestly its hard to recommend the buds, to most they will sound good enough to get the job done, its just really tough to move these even at that $80 priceMe personally, i will most likely send them back as i own the beats fit pro, which easily outperform these(as they should for $199).If you still want beats, I’ll look into the studio buds instead, much fuller sound and have ANC and ambient mode. Or any other beats earbuds above theseSorry Apple, these are a miss for me:(
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    Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2024
    Color: Matte BlackVerified Purchase
    Took no time to connect to my iPhone. Talked on them at work and people had no problem hearing me. Some people sounded muffled to me. Not sure if it was on my end or theirs. Very small case and earbuds are small comes with replacement ear silicone tips. Also no cable comes with them so be prepared to buy another cable or have one lying around. They also charge pretty quick.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Solo beats
    Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2024
    Took no time to connect to my iPhone. Talked on them at work and people had no problem hearing me. Some people sounded muffled to me. Not sure if it was on my end or theirs. Very small case and earbuds are small comes with replacement ear silicone tips. Also no cable comes with them so be prepared to buy another cable or have one lying around. They also charge pretty quick.
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    Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2024
    Color: Matte BlackVerified Purchase
    The beats solo buds are beats option for the ones trying to save a couple bucks. At $80 i think they are a bit at the top, lacking noise cancelling and ambient mode where the market now has solid options at the price from known brands(soundcore, skullcandy,ect).
    Pros
    - Extremely Portable
    - very good battery life on the buds(18 hours!)
    - USB C case
    Cons
    - sound ( they are heavily tuned towards the mid range and high end, make the music very tight and thin)
    -the fit( ones they are in there, they have a very strong suction)
    - button controls( they will jam into your ear when you use them).
    Honestly its hard to recommend the buds, to most they will sound good enough to get the job done, its just really tough to move these even at that $80 price
    Me personally, i will most likely send them back as i own the beats fit pro, which easily outperform these(as they should for $199).
    If you still want beats, I’ll look into the studio buds instead, much fuller sound and have ANC and ambient mode. Or any other beats earbuds above these
    Sorry Apple, these are a miss for me:(
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    3.0 out of 5 stars A beats product…thats just ok
    Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2024
    The beats solo buds are beats option for the ones trying to save a couple bucks. At $80 i think they are a bit at the top, lacking noise cancelling and ambient mode where the market now has solid options at the price from known brands(soundcore, skullcandy,ect).
    Pros
    - Extremely Portable
    - very good battery life on the buds(18 hours!)
    - USB C case
    Cons
    - sound ( they are heavily tuned towards the mid range and high end, make the music very tight and thin)
    -the fit( ones they are in there, they have a very strong suction)
    - button controls( they will jam into your ear when you use them).
    Honestly its hard to recommend the buds, to most they will sound good enough to get the job done, its just really tough to move these even at that $80 price
    Me personally, i will most likely send them back as i own the beats fit pro, which easily outperform these(as they should for $199).
    If you still want beats, I’ll look into the studio buds instead, much fuller sound and have ANC and ambient mode. Or any other beats earbuds above these
    Sorry Apple, these are a miss for me:(
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    Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2024
    Color: Transparent RedVerified Purchase
    My earbuds are extremely tinny!!! There is no base to them whatsoever!!! Can I return them?
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    Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2024
    Color: Storm GrayVine Customer Review of Free Product( What's this? )Verified Purchase
    The Beats Solo Buds offer a compact and reasonably priced option, but they come with several limitations. The build feels cheap, and the lack of a battery and charging indicators in the case can be quite annoying as you can't easily check the charge status. On the positive side, the sound quality is decent. They provide only noise isolation, not active noise cancellation.
    However, taking them out of the case is quite difficult. But they stay in your ears during normal activities. While they integrate well with Apple devices by showing up across all devices using the same Apple ID, switching and connecting still need to be done manually, unlike the seamless experience with AirPods.
    Be mindful of the shortcomings that exists with these buds as you make your purchase decision.
    Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2024
    Color: Storm GrayVerified Purchase
    I am very pleased with the sound and fit of these buds! I researched a lot before pulling the trigger. Some reviewers either seemed to be really impressed (and I assumed they were being paid) or saying they were garbage. I am glad I tried them out, because I am very happy.
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    Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2024
    Color: Matte BlackVerified Purchase
    First impressions on receiving: box, packaging and design definitely on the cheaper side. Seemed borderline fake to me. The actual product inside seems nice, fairly light and small but not too light as to feel unreliable. There is no indicator light anywhere on the case that would give a clue about the status of the pairing, battery etc. Pairing supposed to work simply by opening the lid near your phone. Nothing happened when I opened it (other than a low level sound effect coming from the case. I did charge it, so that should not be the problem.) Then I tried pairing manually but the device does not show up anywhere among the paired devices or list of devices available to pair. Then I tried following the instructions on their dedicated product page. For Android it says that one should download the Beats App from the Play store. And so I did, but this specific model, SOLO BUDS, is not listed as an available product to pair. I'm giving up and sending it back.
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    3.0 out of 5 stars Doesn't work with my Galaxy S10
    Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2024
    First impressions on receiving: box, packaging and design definitely on the cheaper side. Seemed borderline fake to me. The actual product inside seems nice, fairly light and small but not too light as to feel unreliable. There is no indicator light anywhere on the case that would give a clue about the status of the pairing, battery etc. Pairing supposed to work simply by opening the lid near your phone. Nothing happened when I opened it (other than a low level sound effect coming from the case. I did charge it, so that should not be the problem.) Then I tried pairing manually but the device does not show up anywhere among the paired devices or list of devices available to pair. Then I tried following the instructions on their dedicated product page. For Android it says that one should download the Beats App from the Play store. And so I did, but this specific model, SOLO BUDS, is not listed as an available product to pair. I'm giving up and sending it back.
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    Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2024
    Color: Matte BlackVerified Purchase
    These things are mediocre at best. The sound isn't the greatest and no options to even change that. No battery in the case for remote charging, they have to be plugged in. It's advertised as android compatible but doesn't pair to a single android device I own. I'm only keeping them because they work on my laptop.
    2 people found this helpful
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    Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2024
    Color: Transparent RedVerified Purchase
    Ima little confused as to some of the negative reviews. I actually like these more than the other Beats by Dre stuff I got. My only drawback is you can’t tell when it’s charging or through charging but battery life is pretty awesome as well. I hope if they put out more it’ll show us when it’s charging but right out of box it lasted for me a whole day before I had to recharge. Def worth the cost and it’s also cheaper and you can’t go wrong with that!!!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Best in my Opinion
    Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2024
    Ima little confused as to some of the negative reviews. I actually like these more than the other Beats by Dre stuff I got. My only drawback is you can’t tell when it’s charging or through charging but battery life is pretty awesome as well. I hope if they put out more it’ll show us when it’s charging but right out of box it lasted for me a whole day before I had to recharge. Def worth the cost and it’s also cheaper and you can’t go wrong with that!!!
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    Rudy
    1.0 out of 5 stars Not happy with this product at all
    Reviewed in Canada on June 25, 2024
    Color: Matte BlackVerified Purchase
    The Beats Solo Buds fall short of expectations, offering subpar performance that doesn't justify their price tag. I am returning these. These earbuds should be priced no higher than $50 given their significant limitations. Sound quality is the most disappointing aspect of the Solo Buds. While Beats has delivered impressive audio in some of their higher-end models, they've clearly cut corners here. The bass lacks depth and punch, while the mids and highs sound muddy and lack clarity. Even with Spatial Audio enabled on compatible tracks, the overall audio experience remains underwhelming.

    Another major drawback is the Solo Buds' limited functionality. Unlike many competitors in this price range, these earbuds lack active noise cancellation, transparency mode, and wear detection. The absence of these features, which are increasingly common even in budget earbuds, severely hampers their versatility and user experience.

    Volume is another area where the Solo Buds struggle. Even at maximum settings, they fail to deliver sufficient loudness for many listening environments. This inadequacy is particularly noticeable in noisier settings like gyms or public transportation, where users may find themselves straining to hear their audio content.

    The physical controls on the Solo Buds are also problematic. The buttons are uncomfortable to press and can cause discomfort when used frequently. This poor design choice further detracts from the overall user experience. While the Solo Buds do offer some positives, such as a compact design and decent battery life, these advantages are overshadowed by their fundamental shortcomings in sound quality and functionality.
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    Sharad Kerur
    1.0 out of 5 stars Does not match up to the Beats brand
    Reviewed in Canada on June 28, 2024
    Color: Matte BlackVerified Purchase
    When I bought these I was expecting big things given the Beats brand. But was quickly disappointed. No ANC, case is not a battery, didn’t charge fully, sound quality was very mediocre. Quite frankly my Jabra, JBL and Soundcore buds are all much better at a significantly better price point.
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    Lisa
    1.0 out of 5 stars not worth it
    Reviewed in Canada on June 25, 2024
    Color: Transparent RedVerified Purchase
    sound quality is awful !! don’t waste your money
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