Beats Powerbeats 3
MPNs: 3380470, 3381454, BBD00022 and 9 more80 reviews
Disposable pieces of rubbish – These are the 3rd different sets of Beats (the other 2 broke even after repair) I have purchased and was under the assumption they would be suitable for working out. I was wrong. Two weeks after the Apple warranty, they just stopped working. Took them into an Apple authorised service repairer for fixing under Consumer Warranty only to be told they… Read more
were purchased in France (no, never been but would like to one day). Apparently if you buy Apple products on Kogan, they aren't always covered under Australian regulations. Apple want to charge more to repair the Beats than what they cost. Waste of money. Both Beats and Apple have lost me.
overpriced, low quality built – I have had it for around 2 years, and use it every day. The battery is quite good and fast charging. Sound quality is good. However, the plastic cover over the ear was torn after almost 3 months, and the wire inside was pushing into my skin, and it had to use wire tape to conceal it. secondly, it catches a lot of around you if you are taking over… Read more
the phone. for instance, I can't use it if I'm in a shopping center. I believe for this level of quality this earphone is highly overpriced.
spend you money elsewhere – I've gone through 4 pairs of these in as many years, 2 on warranty and 2 I bought. While the sound quality and fit is really good I found that if you use them while exercising then the problems begin. When i sweat it runs down the cable to the control box which is not sweat proof. The controls then stop working. I tried taping them up, and even… Read more
wedging them above my ear but no luck, every single pair failed in the same way. I even wrote to beats to mention this and got no response. There are cheaper and more reliable ear buds out there.
Positive reviews
Amazing pair of headphones – Beats have a class to themselves; a benefit alone. Apple's W1 chip allows great connectivity towards iOS devices. The one downfall to these headphones would be its lack of noise isolation, but other than that, it has great audio, especially bass. Good colour choices are available, and while these headphones might be a bit expensive against its competitors, if you aren't on a too tight of a budget, its a great buy. Show details
Great but expensive – Great earphone but little bit expensive. Perfect for GYM or running activity. Sound quality is great. Excellent noise cancellation mic. Bluetooth connectivity is good with the iPhone or iPad. Compare to my previous wireless earphones, Powerbeats 3 has the best wireless range inside the house. One and only problem is removing charging cable from the earphone is bit hard. If try hard, there is chance to break it. Show details
Lifesavours – Best connectivity and battery life. They also stay secure during a run and have a good noise cancelling level to allow me to stay focused and on task when at work. Since the day I bought them they have never skipped a beat! I would highly recommend especially to any runner who is sick of cords hanging everywhere Show details
Negative reviews
terrible – ive had 3 pairs already and have had the same result they do not charge right they do not hold a charge at full capacity and neither pair lasted more the 3 months i am not satisfied with my purchase i either want my money back or a different brand Show details
Good to begin with but become faulty – These airphones are great to begin with, good clear sound, reasonably comfortable to wear and very good while doing exercise and moving about. However this is all ruined by faults. My first pair stopped working completely after about 10 months. A new pair through warranty and now same thing, except they drain themselves flat and now it won’t even turn on. Past warranty period now, not worth the price. Show details
Rubbish product and way over priced – Battery life is great, but the sound volume is not loud enough to hear a movie on a plane. I have owned them for about a year now and they are falling apart. Ear hook rubber fell apart and the volume button also only works for volume up now. Would expect this quality from a $50 pair of head phone not from a $259 pair. I have owned Beats Studio 3's and they were great, but these are really poor. Show details
Recent reviews
Great sound, poor build – This was my first wireless earphone and they were awesome! I use this for gym and it was perfect for all different types of exercises. The sound was pretty good but the thing about the earphones was that it broke easily. Show details
Great sound But not very durable break easy – I am on my 4th pair of Powerbeats 3 they always tend to have issues each pair I have had lasted only about 6 months battery life is good Sound wise they are the best sounding sports headphones I have had for the size but $250AUD every 6 months has just become to much I will no longer buy them I would rather buy something that is cheaper and more durable and I would advise others to do the same Show details
Sound Ok, not loud enough – I just bought these today. They fit comfortably, but the sound quality is just average, and I can't get nearly as much volume from them as I can from my iSport Intensity headphones. It's not loud enough with a lot of songs I'm listening to. For 130 bucks, it's not worth it. I'll be returning them. Show details
perfect for gym – very comfortable and light weight , easy to connect also , comes with a very safe carry pouch easy to turn on and will also connect automatically to my phone sound is very good and loud and sounds crisp , bass is just right not over powering or crackly at all recommend to any buyers Show details
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Can’t live without – These earphones are that good we had to go out and buy a second pair! The quality is amazing and so clear, I always use them to listen to music and take them to work with me and take all my calls on the go! Definitely recommend buying a pair Show details
Great for sports – Happy to choose this product to teenagers mainly using for sports. Compact and fit any occasions. It is wired between 2 ear phones but less worry for losing one piece like another product if you thinking to buy for children. Quality is good enough and the maximum noise isn't go too loud so it protects teenagers ears. Show details
Value for the money – I have pair of red color power beats 3 headphones. I regulaly use the at the gym or when I go for walk outside . sound clarity is awesome. I use it to take calls too . connection do not drop off like some other headphones I owned befor before. Only one issue is it does not fit in your ear tightly Show details
Impressive! – These headphones were part of an Apple Air purchase recently. They're the first bluetooth product I've been really impressed with... . My first experience using them was to watch a movie on the Air, with the headphones cranked up, in a very crowded hospital waiting room. No-one else was disturbed by the film score... and I heard none of the… Read more
other folk in the waiting room. So effective were the headphones that a nurse sent to find me (to come and collect my wife) tried several times before I snapped out of the cinema experience... . Noise cancelling? You bet!~
About to fly to Seattle, then Vancouver, then Victoria BC. These headphone will be indispensable... .
Junk – Just got off customer service with issues with my THIRD replacement of this product. I was told I am not out of warranty (90 days). My third set died in less than six-months, and I use them maybe once a week. Apple farms out this product to China and 90 days is a ridiculous warranty for a product that costs nearly $200. They know it's junk and… Read more
don't want to invest more than 90 days. Repair cost was almost the price of a new pair! Save your money and aggravation, and if you were once like me––someone who thought he could trust Apple products––don't be fooled any longer. Please read the reviews. Countless people are having the same issues. There is an onslaught of complaints and Apple knows it. They just don't care . . . .Do not buy!
Don't buy these – Ear "hanger" broke after 8 months. I find them uncomfortable, but maybe I have funny ears. Also, for some reason I can't find the correct tension for the interconnecting wire which is either too loose or it grabs on the back of the neck (particularly annoying at the gym). I've also found that the buds fall off unless one is really careful or use… Read more
the carrying pouch. I also experience confusing interaction with iPhone when transitioning into calls., diverting to the phone on answer, leaving me talking to no one! I can't recommend, particularly for the price.
Awesome sound – Got it from Costco. Awesome sound and battery lasts so long with a short charge. It’s compatible with iPhone. My iPhone detects it very second I turn it on. No need to go in settings anytime to connect. Construction feels very solid. It will last me awhile. Love it. ..... Show details
Break easily - aftersales service terrible – Had these 9 months before they arm broke off, despite just using them normally. Poor quality design. Have had multiple attempts at getting Apple or JB Hifi to review them or replace them without success. All too complicated. Don't waste your money people. A pity because sound quality is ok. Show details
Comfortable but – I’ve had these headphones for 12 months now, I have had no trouble connecting to IOS or Android devices, but the connection quality is vastly different. While connected to IOS product the connection is clear and strong, but with android devices the connection is very patchy, to the point you can’t walk with your phone in your pocket as the… Read more
connection keeps dropping out.
The headphones themselves are a little delicate and the ear bud broke off mine while in their case. Super glue fixed the break, but shouldn’t be needed on $250 plus headphones.
Overall I would buy again, but only to use with Apple products.
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Great – Have had these for about 6 months now. They are very comfortable earphones, with excellent sound quality -- very crisp and good amount of bass. Great for running as they don't slip and slide and can easily change songs or pick up a call in a middle of a workout. Show details
Beats the expensive – They are good but a little expensive for what they actually offer. There quite a few other alternatives that can be picked instead off this. I bought this for casual listening in my free time and it is still working well i. That aspect. However i cannot recommend it as it is expensive. Show details
Very useful and practical headphones – These headphones have been used by me for about two or so months now, and so far I have really enjoyed the way they project music & feel. They are comfortable, and the audio is very crisp - may I add that they are extremely bass-friendly per se. They are very good for long runs and stay over my ears even when I am moving alot. 5/5! Show details
Amazing Versatility – Brought these headphones about a month ago and it has been all positive experiences since. The sound quality is very crisp, and the bass provides a good back drop to some of the deeper reggae/rnb music. I found the wireless feature to be a great addition, making it easier to workout and move around. A little pricy, but if you are looking for long term value I definitely recommend it. Show details
A great pair of headphones – This pair of Powerbeats wireless came as a free gift from Apple store with the purchase of the MacBook Air. My daughter loves them as they stick to the ears perfectly and they hang on to the ears very tight. Without the wires, she can move a lot more freely. Highly recommended. Show details
amazing sound and wireless good for the gym and incredible battery life – the headphones sound very high quality. i have read reviews that they do not last long and are not sweat resistant as they advertise, so i was sceptical, but i have had no problems whatsoever. the wireless distance is great as i can leave my bag at one side of the gym with the phone and i can be in another area with perfect quality. the battery… Read more
life is my favourite thing. 12 1 hour gym sessions and then a 2 hr charge and it is ready for another 12. would recommend to anyone who wants quality headphones without the cord.
Good headphones with excellent quality, love them – These earphones are amazing because they are bluetooth so there's no wires, the quality is through the roof amazing for the size of them, best of all is the charging ability of them as you can charge them for 2 hours and they will give you 12 hours, or you can charge for 5 mins and it will give you enough for a workout. The only thing is that when… Read more
you sweat the earphones kinda slide out of your ear and you have to readjust them, other than that i love them
perfect for any gym go-er – i got these in replacement of my wired beats solo headphones and i am very impressed with the sound and noise cancellation. these headphones are small and light and perfect for the gym as there is no wire and it really keeps you focused on your workout rather than silly cables that get in the way. Show details
Good sound, easy to pair – Good sound and ear hook design for on the go. One of the most comfortable headset ever without the wire tangling issues. If you have an iphone 7 and above, pairing the beats is the easiest thing to do. The headset is sweat proof not water proof which is a minor issue, but havent had issues when using in the rain. Show details
Great use for gym – Does not interfere with gym workouts when around your neck. Battery life is quite good - I would normally charge it once or twice a week. It feels light around the ears and yet still able to cancel out noise from the outside. Bluetooth range is generally reasonable. Sound quality is good and you are able to make calls and control the volume wirelessly. Show details
Only use it when I'm running in the gym, so far so good – I was hesitant to by any expensive headphones since I don't really mind too much about sounds quality, I usually just use them for when I'm running in the gym and so far so good. I purchased the headphone for about $99 on ozsale and I've had them for a couple of months now. It's very convenient, comfortable, light weight, and easy to set up. I… Read more
forgot to turn it off a few times and the battery died when I tried to use it again. It takes very little time to charge, and last for a good time.
Amazing product – My partner brought it for me . At starting days I thought it was so expensive but after I used it I thought it's worth for money . It's wireless and we can feel all the songs when we wear it because of the sound clarity and noise control . Show details
Love my beats! – Love my beats, the battery life is incredible, easy to dangle around neck when not using. Great connectivity, great sound, and great battery life. The headphones are quite pricey but I think it is well worth the money and a great investment for a pair of headphones you'll be happy with and enjoy for a long time. Also they are very comfortable even… Read more
during intense exercise and I have never had to fidget around or readjust them which I see lots of other people at the gym and on my runs doing.
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