The Beats 360 are the first headphones from the brand to carry an official IP rating, earning an IPX4 certification that protects against splashes of water and sweat – the same level previously seen only on Beats’ Powerbeats Pro 2 and Powerbeats Fit 2 earbuds.

Reviewers who tested the headphones during a 40‑minute run and an hour‑long gym session reported that the performance‑knit ear cups wicked away moisture effectively, though the cups became “icky” after prolonged use and required cleaning with a mild soap solution followed by a dry cloth.

The over‑ear design includes a firm yet comfortable clamping force that kept the headphones in place during steady‑state exercises such as squats, planks and lunges, while occasional readjustments were needed for high‑intensity moves like sprints and sit‑ups.

Beats offers two cushion options: the moisture‑wicking knit pads and a plush engineered‑leather set used on the Studio Pro line. The cushions are interchangeable via a quick‑twist lock, and the headphones automatically adjust their tuning based on which set is installed.

Priced at $350, the Beats 360 come in four colourways – black, white, light blue and pink – and users can purchase additional cushion kits for $50 each (discounted to $10 through Apple until the end of October in several markets).

Audio performance balances a strong bass response with clear highs, though reviewers noted a “washy” midrange that blurred guitars and vocals on tracks like Foo Fighters’ “The Pretender.” Noise‑canceling is described as very good, though not as silent as Bose Ultra Gen 2 or as snug as AirPods Pro 3.

The headphones integrate tightly with both Apple and Android ecosystems, supporting one‑touch pairing, iCloud syncing, automatic device switching, audio sharing, Find My, and Siri on iOS, while offering fast pairing, Google Find Hub and voice‑assistant activation on Android.

A soft‑sided carrying bag with a magnetic clasp replaces the hard case typically expected at this price point, and the unit houses a replaceable battery, though Beats has not yet released details on the replacement process or cost.

With few solid over‑ear options for gym‑goers, Beats positions the 360 as a durable, sweat‑ready alternative to earbuds, emphasizing its IPX4 rating, swappable cushions and battery longevity as key selling points for athletes who prefer headphones over in‑ear solutions.