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Beats 360 leans into workouts with IPX4 protection, swappable cushions and a $349 price

Beats 360 is pitching over-ear headphones for workouts, pairing IPX4 sweat and water resistance with swappable cushions. Gizmodo and WIRED both frame the fitness focus as the standout, though WIRED finds them less compelling for everyday listening.

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Beats’ new $349 Beats 360 is being positioned as an over-ear headphone built for workouts, an unusual pitch in a category that reviewers say has often been awkward for exercise. The headphones add IPX4 sweat and water resistance, a first for Beats over-ear models, and use interchangeable cushions in breathable Performance Knit and smoother UltraPlush options. Gizmodo reports the 360 feels much lighter than AirPods Max 2 and cites Beats’ claim that it is similar in weight to the 260-gram Beats Studio Pro, while WIRED lists the pair at 295 grams and says it works best as a trade-off: strong for gym use, but less convincing for everyday listening and sound quality. Battery life is listed at up to 32 hours with ANC on.

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Cushions designed to swap between uses

The Beats 360 also centers on interchangeable cushions. Gizmodo reports that Beats will sell “Performance Knit” cushions in six colors and “UltraPlush” cushions in two colors. The distinction matters for the workout pitch: Beats describes the Performance Knit cushions as breathable with a soft, airy feel, and WIRED says the Performance Knit ear cups are better for working out because they feel more breathable once the wearer starts to sweat.

WIRED also notes that the removable ear cups and headband make the headphones easier to clean and replace than most other over-ear models, a practical detail for something meant to be used in the gym.

Lighter than AirPods Max, but not the lightest around

Early impressions also focus on weight, another issue that can make over-ear headphones awkward for exercise. Gizmodo says it did not have an exact measurement but found the Beats 360 “much, much lighter” than AirPods Max 2. In the same piece, Beats says the 360 is similar in weight to the Beats Studio Pro, which Gizmodo lists at 260 grams, versus 386 grams for AirPods Max 2.

lists the Beats 360 at 295 grams and says they are heavier than Sony and Bose over-ear headphones but lighter than the AirPods Max. WIRED’s review says that balance worked reasonably well in workouts, though some exercises still caused the headphones to shift.

Beats 360 leans into workouts with IPX4 protection, swappable cushions and a $349 price

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Cushions designed to swap between uses

Lighter than AirPods Max, but not the lightest around

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Cushions designed to swap between uses

Lighter than AirPods Max, but not the lightest around

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Stronger case for the gym than for everyday listening

Price and battery life

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