Beats is Apple’s cross-platform headphone brand: most Beats pair in one tap with an iPhone and get a full Beats app on Android, which makes them a safe pick for mixed iPhone and Android households. Used Beats also sell for far less than new, and the Beats Studio Pro averages about $104 on Swappa against a $299.99 new price. This guide ranks the current and recent Beats lineup on Swappa sale data, explains what each phone platform gets, and covers the checks that matter for used Beats.
Quick Answer
The Beats Studio Pro is the best used Beats for most buyers: about $104 on Swappa in early October 2026 for over-ear noise cancelling, USB-C lossless audio and up to 40 hours of battery. For workouts, Powerbeats Pro 2 (about $115) add Apple’s H2 chip, ANC and heart rate monitoring, though few are listed. On a budget, the Beats Fit Pro averages about $66 with ANC and secure-fit wingtips. Skip the older Studio3 and Solo3 unless the price is very low.
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Beats at a Glance: Which Model Is Which
Average sale prices come from Swappa’s price pages, updated October 7, 2026. They move with condition and included accessories, and several Beats pages have only a handful of sales, so check the price page before you buy. Battery figures are Beats’ and Apple’s best-case ratings (ANC off where a model has it).
| Model (Year) | Type | ANC | Apple Chip | Battery (Up To) | Price New | Avg. Swappa Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beats 360 (2026) | Over-ear | Yes | None (custom Beats chip) | 32 hr | $349.99 | No used sales yet |
| Beats Studio Pro (2023) | Over-ear | Yes | None | 40 hr (24 with ANC) | $299.99 | About $104 |
| Beats Solo 4 (2024) | On-ear | No | None | 50 hr | $199.99 | No sale average yet |
| Beats Studio3 Wireless (2017) | Over-ear | Yes | W1 | 40 hr (22 with ANC) | No longer sold | About $51 |
| Beats Solo3 Wireless (2016) | On-ear | No | W1 | 40 hr | No longer sold | About $51 |
| Beats Solo Pro (2019) | On-ear | Yes | H1 | 40 hr (22 with ANC) | No longer sold | Too few sales |
| Powerbeats Pro 2 (2025) | Earbuds, ear hooks | Yes | H2 | 45 hr with case | $249.99 | About $115 |
| Powerbeats Pro (2019) | Earbuds, ear hooks | No | H1 | 24+ hr with case | No longer sold | About $79 |
| Beats Fit Pro (2021) | Earbuds, wingtips | Yes | H1 | 30 hr with case | No longer sold | About $66 |
| Beats Studio Buds+ (2023) | Earbuds | Yes | None | 36 hr with case | $169.99 | About $108 |
| Beats Studio Buds (2021) | Earbuds | Yes | None | About 24 hr with case | No longer sold | About $58 |
| Beats Solo Buds (2024) | Earbuds | No | None | 18 hr | $79.99 | About $51 |
| Beats Flex (2020) | Neckband earbuds | No | W1 | 12 hr | $69.99 | About $40 |
“Price New” is Beats’ own price today. Models with an Apple chip (W1, H1 or H2) behave most like AirPods on an iPhone, while the rest use Beats’ own platform, built to work the same way on iPhone and Android. The Beats Pill speaker (2024) sells for about $63 but had no listings on October 7.
Over-Ear and On-Ear: Studio Pro, Solo 4 and the Older Studio3 and Solo3
Beats Studio Pro: Best Used Beats Overall
The Beats Studio Pro launched in 2023 at $349.99, and Beats cut it to $299.99 new when the Beats 360 arrived. Used, it averages about $104 on Swappa, with 14 listings on October 7.
It has fully adaptive Active Noise Cancelling and Transparency mode, up to 40 hours of battery with ANC off (24 with it on), lossless audio over USB-C through a built-in DAC, and a 3.5mm input for in-flight systems. iPhone owners get Find My and Personalized Spatial Audio with head tracking, and Android owners get Google Fast Pair and Find My Device. At about $104, it costs less than a used Sony WH-1000XM5 or any AirPods Max on Swappa, which makes it the easy pick for commuting, flights and desk listening.
Beats Solo 4: The Long-Battery On-Ear Pick
The Beats Solo 4 (2024) is a 217-gram on-ear headphone without active noise cancelling, rated for up to 50 hours of battery. Like the Studio Pro, it plays wired audio over USB-C, including lossless, or a 3.5mm cable, and supports Personalized Spatial Audio.
It’s $199.99 new. Swappa had 13 Solo 4 listings on October 7, most asking about $100 to $155, but no sale average yet. Since a used Studio Pro with ANC sells for about $104, buy a Solo 4 only if you prefer the lighter on-ear fit, and only below a used Studio Pro’s price.
Beats 360: Too New for Used Deals
Beats announced the Beats 360 on September 22, 2026, at $349.99. It’s Beats’ first over-ear with swappable ear and headband cushions ($49.99 kits), and Beats says it delivers up to 1.75 times more total noise cancellation than the Studio Pro, with up to 32 hours of battery. Swappa had no listings or sales on October 7, so the Studio Pro is the better used buy for now.
Studio3, Solo3 and Solo Pro: Only at the Right Price
The Beats Studio3 Wireless (2017) and Beats Solo3 Wireless (2016) both average about $51 on Swappa. Both use Apple’s W1 chip, and the Studio3 has noise cancelling, but they’re up to ten years old, so expect worn batteries and cushions. Apple’s Solo3 setup guide still has you charge over micro USB.
The Beats Solo Pro (2019) added ANC and Apple’s H1 chip, but it had one Swappa listing and no sales average on October 7. Pay well under a used Studio Pro’s price for any of these three.
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Earbuds: Powerbeats Pro 2, Fit Pro, Studio Buds+ and Solo Buds
Powerbeats Pro 2: Best for Workouts
Powerbeats Pro 2 (2025) are the most advanced Beats earbuds. Beats says they use the Apple H2 chip, the same chip as AirPods Pro 2, with adaptive ANC and built-in heart rate monitoring that works with Apple Fitness on an iPhone or Apple Watch, compatible third-party workout apps, and the Beats app on Android. Beats rates them for up to 10 hours (8 with ANC) and 45 hours with the Qi wireless charging case. The earbuds are IPX4, but Beats notes the case is not water resistant.
They’re $249.99 new and average about $115 on Swappa, more than half off, but only two were listed on October 7. The original Powerbeats Pro (2019) has the H1 chip, no ANC and more than 24 hours of playback with the case, per Beats. At about $79, it’s a fine gym pair if you can skip noise cancelling.
Beats Fit Pro: Best Budget ANC Earbuds
The Beats Fit Pro (2021) averages about $66 on Swappa, the least you’ll pay for Beats earbuds with ANC and Apple’s H1 chip. Flexible wingtips keep them in place on runs, and Apple rates them for up to 30 hours with the case. Beats now sells the Powerbeats Fit ($199.99), which it calls the next generation of Fit Pro. Swappa has no Powerbeats Fit page yet, so a used Fit Pro is the value play.
Beats Studio Buds+: Cross-Platform ANC Earbuds
Beats Studio Buds+ (2023) average about $108 against $169.99 new, with ANC, IPX4 sweat resistance and up to 36 hours with the case. They support Google Fast Pair and Find My Device on Android and Find My on iPhone, which makes them a strong small ANC pick for Android users. iPhone-only buyers should compare them with used AirPods Pro 2 at about the same price.
Solo Buds, Studio Buds and Flex: Budget Picks
- Beats Solo Buds (2024): no ANC and up to 18 hours of playback, and Beats’ FAQ says the case “does not charge the earbuds.” Sales average about $51, but there were no listings on October 7, so wait for one well below the $79.99 new price.
- Beats Studio Buds (2021): the original Studio Buds have ANC and average about $58, with 10 listings. They’re a cheap way into noise cancelling, with older batteries.
- Beats Flex (2020): neckband earbuds with Apple’s W1 chip and up to 12 hours of listening. About $40 used against $69.99 new, fine as a backup pair.
Beats on iPhone vs. Android
Beats’ main advantage over AirPods is Android support: Apple makes a Beats app for Android with controls, noise modes and firmware updates. Here is what each platform gets, per Beats’ product pages and Apple’s Beats User Guide:
| Feature | On iPhone | On Android |
|---|---|---|
| Pairing | One-touch pairing with every device on your iCloud account | One-touch pairing through the Beats app; Google Fast Pair on Studio Pro, Studio Buds+ and Beats 360 |
| Finding lost Beats | Apple’s Find My app | Locate My Beats in the Beats app; Google Find My Device or Find Hub on supported models |
| Controls and noise modes | iPhone Settings | Beats app |
| Firmware updates | Install automatically on a connected Apple device | Through the Beats app |
| Heart rate (Powerbeats Pro 2) | Apple Fitness app and third-party apps | Beats app and compatible third-party apps |
| Ear tip fit check | Settings, on supported models | Beats app, for Fit Pro, Powerbeats Fit and Powerbeats Pro 2 |
Apple-chip models add iPhone extras such as Automatic Switching on the Powerbeats Pro 2 and Powerbeats Fit, and Apple lists Beats headphones among the devices that work with Live Listen. On Android, install the Beats app before you pair. If you’re changing phones, Best tips for switching from iPhone to Android covers the phone side of the move.
Beats vs. AirPods Pro and Sony: When Beats Is the Better Buy
Beats vs. AirPods Pro. If everyone in your house uses an iPhone, used AirPods Pro 2 (about $109) are hard to beat: they add Apple’s Hearing Aid feature, which Apple supports only on AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods Pro 3, plus Live Translation. Powerbeats Pro 2 share the H2 chip and add ear hooks and heart rate for about $6 more, so they suit runners and lifters better. For AirPods Pro 3 and the rest of the lineup, see Used AirPods Buyer’s Guide: Gen, Pro & Max Compared.
Beats vs. Sony. A used Sony WH-1000XM5 averages about $166 on Swappa, roughly $60 more than a used Studio Pro. Sony’s over-ear line adds LDAC high-resolution Bluetooth for Android phones. The Studio Pro is the pick for USB-C lossless audio, one-tap pairing on both iPhone and Android, and the lower price. Used Over-Ear Headphones: Sony vs. Bose Buyer’s Guide compares those two brands in detail.
Choose Beats when your household mixes iPhone and Android, you switch phones often, or you want a workout fit like ear hooks or wingtips that AirPods don’t have. For the rest of the audio market, start with Used AirPods and Headphones: The Complete Buyer and Seller Guide.
What to Check Before Buying Used Beats
- Confirm the model and serial number. On an iPhone, go to Settings, tap the Beats’ name and scroll to About (on earbuds, tap the case serial to see each earbud’s). On Android, the Beats app shows it under “Under the Hood.” It’s also printed above the right earcup on a Studio Pro or Solo 4 and inside the case on a Fit Pro or Powerbeats Pro 2.
- Run Apple’s coverage check. Beats’ support page sends owners to checkcoverage.apple.com to check coverage on their Beats. A serial that returns the right model is a good sign, but some fakes copy real serials, so add the software checks in How to Tell If Used AirPods Are Fake. The method transfers to Beats.
- Inspect cushions and headbands. Look for flaking or flattened ear cushions on the Studio Pro and Studio3. On on-ear models like the Solo3 and Solo 4, gently flex the headband and look for cracks near the hinges.
- Check wingtips, ear hooks and the case. Fit Pro wingtips can tear or stretch, Powerbeats ear hooks should hold their shape, and older Powerbeats Pro case hinges deserve a close look. Make sure the lid stays shut and both earbuds charge, and plan on fresh ear tips for hygiene.
- Time the battery. Settings and the Beats app show the charge level, not battery health, so time playback at moderate volume against the ratings above. Used AirPods Battery Health & Hygiene: What to Know explains how to judge a worn battery.
- Test every feature. Try ANC and Transparency, make a call to check the microphones, and on a Studio Pro or Solo 4, try wired audio over USB-C.
- Update the firmware and ask about Find My. Update through iPhone or the Beats app, and confirm the seller removed the Beats from their Apple Account or Google account before you pay.
Real people approve Swappa listings before they go live, and listed devices must meet Swappa’s listing criteria: fully functional, with no water damage or cracked parts. Payments run through PayPal with buyer protection, and if Beats arrive not as described, you’re entitled to a refund. Buyer’s remorse returns are up to the seller, so ask questions first. The 3% buyer fee is already in the listing price, and some listings include a seller-offered one-year limited warranty. Asking prices on several Beats pages run well above recent sales, so compare any listing with the model’s price page.
Selling Your Beats
Before you list:
- Remove them from your accounts. Remove the Beats from Find My on your Apple devices or from the Beats app on Android, then unpair them.
- Reset them. Apple’s Reset Beats guide covers each model. On a Studio Pro, hold the system button on the right earcup for 10 seconds. For Powerbeats Pro 2, Fit Pro and Studio Buds+, hold the case’s system button for 15 seconds until the light flashes red and white.
- Include everything. The Studio Pro and Solo 4 ship with a carrying case, a USB-C cable and a 3.5mm cable. Add spare ear tips or wingtips and the box if you have them.
- Price it from sales. Check the model’s Swappa price page and price near the average sale, not the highest ask.
Listing on Swappa is free. Sellers pay a 3% fee on the Ask Price plus payment processing (PayPal is 3.49% + $0.49), and the buyer’s 3% fee is already in their price. You can list a Studio Pro or a Solo 4 directly, and How to Sell Used AirPods and Headphones for the Most Money covers photos and pricing.
If your Beats are broken or water-damaged, they don’t meet Swappa’s listing criteria. Check Apple’s Beats service options, or put the money toward a replacement pair from Swappa’s Beats listings.
FAQ
Are used Beats worth buying?
Yes, especially the Beats Studio Pro, which averaged about $104 on Swappa in early October 2026 against a $299.99 new price. Used Powerbeats Pro 2 average about $115 and Beats Fit Pro about $66. Check the serial number, cushions or ear tips, case and battery runtime before you buy.
Which Beats are best for Android?
The Beats Studio Pro and Beats Studio Buds+ are the strongest used picks for Android, because they support Google Fast Pair and Google Find My Device and work with the Beats app. Powerbeats Pro 2 also work on Android through the Beats app, including heart rate monitoring.
Beats Studio Pro or Solo 4: which should I buy used?
Buy the Beats Studio Pro for over-ear comfort and noise cancelling. It averaged about $104 on Swappa in early October 2026. The Beats Solo 4 is a lighter on-ear model with no ANC but up to 50 hours of battery, and it had no Swappa sale average yet, with most listings asking about $100 to $155.
Powerbeats Pro 2 or AirPods Pro 2: which is better used?
Both use Apple’s H2 chip. Powerbeats Pro 2 add ear hooks, heart rate monitoring and a Beats app for Android, and averaged about $115 on Swappa. AirPods Pro 2 averaged about $109 and add Apple’s Hearing Aid feature and Live Translation for iPhone users.
How can I check if used Beats are real?
Find the serial number in iPhone Settings, the Beats app or on the product, then enter it at checkcoverage.apple.com, which Beats’ support page links for checking coverage on Beats. Make sure the model it returns matches the listing, and test pairing, firmware updates and noise control, since some fakes copy real serial numbers.
Conclusion
For most buyers, a used Beats Studio Pro at about $104 is the best value in the Beats lineup, with ANC, USB-C lossless audio and pairing that works as well on Android as on an iPhone. Powerbeats Pro 2 are the workout pick if you can find a pair, the Fit Pro is the budget ANC choice, and the Studio Buds+ suit Android users who want small earbuds. Leave the Beats 360 for later, when used prices settle, and buy the Studio3 and Solo3 only at a steep discount.
Upgrading to the Beats 360 or Powerbeats Fit? Your old pair is worth more listed than sitting in a drawer.
