IP ratings is the rank of protection given by a casing, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX4, the Beats Fit Pro's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. Compared to the Beats Fit Pro, Sony WF 1000XM4 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
they both have the same rating against liquids
Beats Fit Pro have a weight of 11.2g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to carry.
The Sony WF 1000XM4, at 7.1g
are lighter than the Beats Fit Pro with a difference -4.1g
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Beats Fit Pro are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together. Sony WF 1000XM4 also is true wireless since it has no cables connecting the two earbuds .
Beats Fit Pro have wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Beats Fit Pro are resistant to sweat
Sony WF 1000XM4's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Beats Fit Pro have stereo speakers, what this means is that Beats Fit Pro's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Sony WF 1000XM4 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation utilises advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out.
In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.
Beats Fit Pro have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds. Sony WF 1000XM4 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes.
Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that suits your travel or that suites your chill time. The Beats Fit Pro stay well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down your environment noise well as preventing the device music from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that they limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. Beats Fit Pro have a unit size of 9.5mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds. Sony WF 1000XM4 driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Beats Fit Pro by 3.5mm
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.
Beats Fit Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Sony WF 1000XM4's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
The Beats Fit Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Sony WF 1000XM4's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that
Sony WF 1000XM4 produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Beats Fit Pro
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, Beats Fit Pro's measurement is 101.3dB/mW.
Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. Sony WF 1000XM4's sound pressure level measurement is 105dB/mW. How loud something is can be perceived differently by different persons, so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.
The Beats Fit Pro's battery life is 7 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Sony WF 1000XM4's battery life is
more than that of Beats Fit Pro by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time.
The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. This is given by the vendor, and Beats Fit Pro's case is said to have a charge of 21 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
Sony WF 1000XM4's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours,
less than that of Beats Fit Pro by 5 hours
It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Beats Fit Pro's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Sony WF 1000XM4 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Beats Fit Pro by 0.5 hours
The Beats Fit Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your device and charging case. Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. The Beats Fit Pro support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Sony WF 1000XM4 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. Beats Fit Pro have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Sony WF 1000XM4 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of Beats Fit Pro
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Beats Fit Pro have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Sony WF 1000XM4 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Beats Fit Pro
Beats Fit Pro support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Beats Fit Pro will work fine with your iPad.
If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Sony WF 1000XM4 support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.
Beats Fit Pro have 6 microphones. The Sony WF 1000XM4 microphones are 4,
less than that of Beats Fit Pro by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds. Beats Fit Pro use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the desired sound.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas. Beats Fit Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing them
The Sony WF 1000XM4 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.
The Beats Fit Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused. The Sony WF 1000XM4 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Beats Fit Pro have a find earbuds feature.
Sony WF 1000XM4 too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to locate them. The Beats Fit Pro support fast charging.
Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. Also the Sony WF 1000XM4 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. The Beats Fit Pro have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 support multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Beats Fit Pro
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications from another device. Beats Fit Pro have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Sony WF 1000XM4 also have this function.
The mute function means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. The Beats Fit Pro, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. The Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a control panel on them.
Beats Fit Pro have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals. The Beats Fit Pro support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
Sony WF 1000XM4 too support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the device. Beats Fit Pro come with a special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
