Beats 360
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Beats 360Price, Specs, Battery Life & Noise Cancelling

Beats 360

Release date

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Beats 360 costs $349 and went on sale September 24, 2026. It is the first over-ear Beats headphone rated IPX4 for sweat and water, weighs 294.5 g and connects over Class 1 Bluetooth 5.3. Beats rates it at up to 32 hours with noise cancelling on, and at up to 1.75x the noise cancellation of Beats Studio Pro.
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Beats 360 review

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As gym headphones the Beats 360 are excellent: sweat rated, strong at canceling noise and easy to freshen up with new cushions.

Love it

Meh

  • Rated IPX4 for sweat and water
  • Strong noise canceling
  • Swappable earcup and headband cushions
  • Up to 32 hours with noise canceling on
  • Tight, punchy bass
  • Sound is thin beyond the bass
  • No wired listening
  • Heavier than the Sony WH-1000XM6
  • No cable or charger in the box
  • Personalized Spatial Audio is Apple only

Where it shines

  1. Noise cancelling

    Combined active and passive noise cancellation reaches up to 1.75x that of Beats Studio Pro.

  2. Gym workouts

    Performance Knit cushions are built for fitness and stability through any workout.

  3. Commuting

    Transparency mode lets you hear your surroundings on a commute.

Top comparisons

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  4. Beats 360 vs Beats Studio Pro

Comparison

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How it compares

Price

Beats 360
$349.99
soundcore Space One Pro
$199.99
Nothing Headphone (1)
$299
Beats Studio Pro
$299.99
Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)
$359

Battery life

Beats 360
Up to 32 hrs
soundcore Space One ProCompare →
Up to 40 hrs
Nothing Headphone (1)
Up to 35 hrs
Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)Compare →
Up to 24 hrs
Beats Studio ProCompare →
Up to 24 hrs

Current list prices.

Hours on one charge with noise cancelling on, where that figure is officially stated; otherwise the official headline figure. Prices are each product's lowest version. Battery life varies with use, settings and firmware.

The basics

What it works with

Beats 360: what's in the box, works with

Beats 360 headphones
Performance Knit cushions
Woven ripstop fabric case
Quick Start Guide
Warranty card

Not in the box

USB-C charging cable
Power adapter
  • iPhoneWorks
  • Android phonesSome features missing
  • MacWorks
  • Windows PCWorks
Returns and warranty

Returns and warranty

Returns
14-day returns· the clock starts the day it arrives
Warranty
1-year warranty· starts the day you buy it
Returns and warranty details

Returns

  • Send it back like new

    Return it in its original condition with all included parts, accessories and packaging.

  • How you get your money back

    Card refunds go to your bank within five business days after Apple receives the item. Returns may be inspected; approved refunds or exchanges are issued within 10 business days. Cash returns over $750 are paid by check within 10 business days.

Warranty

Covered

  • Battery covered only for defects

    The standard warranty covers a battery only if it fails from a defect. The 80 percent rule belongs to AppleCare, not to the free warranty: AppleCare plans cover batteries that keep less than 80% of their original capacity.

Not covered

  • Scratches and dents

    Cosmetic damage such as scratches, dents and broken plastic on ports is not covered unless it comes from a defect.

  • Normal wear and aging

    Defects caused by normal wear and tear or normal aging are not covered.

  • Repairs by other shops

    Damage from service by anyone who is not Apple or an Apple Authorized Service Provider is not covered.

  • How it gets fixed

    Apple chooses to repair, replace with the same model (or a similar one with your consent), or refund the purchase price. For mail-in service Apple sends prepaid waybills and pays shipping both ways if you follow its packing instructions.

Good to know

  • Activation Lock / Find My

    If the security features are on and cannot be turned off by the person returning it, Apple may refuse the return.

  • Opened software

    Opened software, software downloads and gift cards cannot be returned.

Quick answers

Quick answers

How much does Beats 360 cost?
$349.99 in the US, in Black, Cloud, Pink or Sky, each with matching Performance Knit cushions. Extra Cushion Kits are $49.99, or $9.99 at Apple through October 31, 2026.
Is Beats 360 over-ear or on-ear?
Over-ear. The memory foam cushions sit around your ears and seal against your head, rather than resting on your ears.
How long does the Beats 360 battery last?
Beats rates it at up to 32 hours with noise cancelling and Personalized Spatial Audio on, and 24 hours in Transparency mode. A 5-minute charge gives up to 1 hour of playback.

Top questions

Does Beats 360 have noise cancelling?
Yes, and it is the strongest Beats has made: up to 1.75x the combined active and passive noise cancellation of Beats Studio Pro, tested to IEC 60268-24. It adapts to your fit, and Transparency mode lets the room back in.
Can I work out or run in the rain with Beats 360?
Yes. It is rated IPX4 against sweat and splashing water, the first over-ear Beats headphone with a rating. It is for non-water sports, so do not swim in it, and let it dry before you charge it.
Can you swap the cushions on Beats 360?
Yes. Both the ear cushions and the headband cushion come off. It ships with color-matched Performance Knit cushions; Cushion Kits come in Performance Knit in six colors and in UltraPlush in Black and Cloud.
What comes in the Beats 360 box?
The headphones with color-matched Performance Knit cushions, a woven ripstop fabric case and a Quick Start Guide. A USB-C charging cable and a power adapter are sold separately.
How heavy is Beats 360?
294.5 g. Its carrying case adds 88.0 g if you take it along.
Does Beats 360 fold?
It folds flat, to hang around your neck or slip into its case. The stainless steel arms telescope and each earcup rotates on its own for fit.
How good is Beats 360 for calls?
It has nine microphones: eight for noise cancelling and three for your voice, with two doing both. A beam-forming voice mic works with the outer mics to pick out your voice from the noise around you.

Using it

What does it cost?
It costs $349.99. That is the current list price.
Does it work with my phone?
It works with an iPhone, and partly with Android. It pairs with Android, but some features are missing there.
How heavy is it?
It weighs 294.5g.
Does it have noise cancelling?
Yes, it cancels noise.
Does it do spatial audio?
Yes, it does spatial audio. It tracks your head, so the sound stays put when you turn.

Water

Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?
Yes for sweat and rain, but not for the shower. Its rating is IPX4. It is rated for splashes, not immersion.

Returns and warranty

How long do I have to return it?
14-day returns The clock starts the day it arrives.
Is there a restocking fee?
Restocking fee: not stated by Apple
Who pays return shipping?
Who pays return shipping: not stated by Apple Start the return online and print a return label, then schedule a carrier pickup or drop it at the carrier. You can also return it at any U.S. Apple Store.
Can I return it if I opened or wore it?
Send it back like new Return it in its original condition with all included parts, accessories and packaging.
How do I get my money back?
How you get your money back Card refunds go to your bank within five business days after Apple receives the item. Returns may be inspected; approved refunds or exchanges are issued within 10 business days. Cash returns over $750 are paid by check within 10 business days.
How long is the warranty?
1-year warranty Starts the day you buy it.
Is the battery covered?
Battery covered only for defects The standard warranty covers a battery only if it fails from a defect. The 80 percent rule belongs to AppleCare, not to the free warranty: AppleCare plans cover batteries that keep less than 80% of their original capacity.

In the box

What's in the box?
Beats 360 headphones, Performance Knit cushions, Woven ripstop fabric case, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card, Not included: USB-C charging cable, Not included: Power adapter.

Works with

Does Beats 360 support Spatial audio?
Yes on Apple devices: Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking and Dolby Atmos. The personalized version is not available on other devices. Some features missing
Does Beats 360 support Switching between devices?
It switches between devices: Automatic Switching across Apple devices, and Audio switch on Android. Beats lists switching, not two live connections at once. Some features missing
Does Beats 360 support voice assistant?
Yes. Hands-free Hey Siri on Apple devices; on Android, press and hold the play/pause button for your voice assistant. Works
Does Beats 360 work with Windows PC?
Yes. Beats 360 pair with a Windows PC over Bluetooth. Works

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Sep 22, 2026 · Announced
Beats announces Beats 360
Beats announced Beats 360, its first over-ear headphone with interchangeable cushions and an IPX4 rating, and opened orders at $349.99.
Sep 24, 2026 · Went on sale
Beats 360 reaches stores
Beats 360 went on shelves in stores on September 24, 2026.

AirPods Pro 3

Galaxy Buds 4 Pro

Battery

Earbud battery
Up to 8 h (best of these)
6 h · 7 h with noise cancellation off
Case battery
Total with case: Up to 24 h
Total with case: 26 h · 30 h with noise cancellation off

Health

Health tracking
Heart rate, hearing health
None

Fit and build

Weight
5.55 g Per earbud
5.1 g Per earbud (best of these)
Spatial audio
Yes Personalized Spatial Audio
Yes 360 Audio spatial
Status light
Yes Charging-case status light flashes white during pairing
Yes Blue, red and green in pairing mode
Controls
Stem press (play/pause/skip), head nod for Siri, touch controls
Nod to accept, shake to reject calls (Galaxy devices, One UI 8.5 or later)
Hi-res and lossless
Not confirmed
Yes Hi-Res Audio, 24-bit hi-fi codec
Case
MagSafe Charging Case with built-in speaker
Redesigned charging case with a magnetic hold
Noise cancellation
Yes Class-leading; 4x original Pro
Yes Adaptive ANC 2.0
Processor
Apple H2
Not confirmed

Works with

Works with
iPhone full, Android basic
Full features: Samsung Galaxy only, Bluetooth basic: all Android + iPhone
Connectivity
Bluetooth 5.3
Bluetooth 6.1

In the box

  • AirPods Pro 3
  • MagSafe charging case with USB-C, speaker and lanyard loop
  • Silicone ear tips Sizes XXS, XS, S, M, L
  • Documentation
  • Galaxy Buds 4 Pro
  • Charging case
  • Ear tips Sizes S, M, L; M fitted
  • Quick start guide

Options and ownership

Colors
Not confirmed
White, Black, Pink Gold
Warranty
1 year Starts the day you buy it
1 year Starts the day it arrives
Return window
14 days Starts the day it arrives
15 days Starts the day it arrives (best of these)

Price

List price
From $249
From $249.99
Price now
Save $70Buy at Amazon$179.99
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(lowest of these two)
Buy at Amazon$249.99
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Same on both

Water resistance
IP57
Availability
Available now

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