Amazon's two-day Prime sale has cut the Beats Solo 4 Wireless Bluetooth On-Ear Headphones to £99, a £100 saving on the usual £199.95 price. The headphones, compatible with Apple and Android, offer up to 50 hours of battery life and are available in matte black, cloud pink, sandstone, and slate blue.
Features and customer ratings
The headphones feature custom acoustic architecture and updated drivers for powerful sound, along with ultra plush ear cushions for comfort on long flights and commutes. A ten-minute charge provides an additional five hours of playback.
Rated as Amazon's Choice, the headphones have received over 3,040 global customer reviews, with 80% of shoppers giving them a perfect five-star rating. One buyer said: "Outstanding quality and sound, item delivered in excellent condition." Another added: "Love these headphones! They are beautiful and light, very durable and have great sound quality!"
Lack of noise cancellation noted
Some shoppers have expressed disappointment that the headphones lack active noise cancellation. One review noted: "A downside is the lack of active noise cancellation. This is becoming more common, especially at this price point, which is a bit of a letdown."
Alternative options
The Sony WH-CH720N Wireless Over-Ear Headphones offer a cheaper alternative at £69.99 from Argos and Currys. Available in black, blue, and pink, they provide 35 hours of battery life and active noise cancellation.
Another option is the Belkin SoundForm Isolate Active Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones, priced at £49.99. While exact battery life is not specified, shoppers say they last throughout the day, with a ten-minute fast charge available.
