About the sweat and water resistance of Beats wireless earphones

Learn about the sweat and water resistance of your Powerbeats, Powerbeats Pro, Powerbeats Pro 2, Beats Studio Buds, Beats Studio Buds + , Beats Solo Buds, Beats Fit Pro, and Powerbeats Fit, and what to do if your Beats get wet.

Your Powerbeats, Powerbeats Pro, Powerbeats Pro 2, Beats Studio Buds, Beats Studio Buds + , Beats Solo Buds, and Beats Fit Pro are sweat and water resistant for non-water sports and exercise, and have a rating of IPX4 under IEC standard 60529. The charging cases for these models are not water resistant or sweat resistant.

Your Powerbeats Fit and charging case for Powerbeats Fit are sweat and water resistant for non-water sports and exercise, and have a rating of IPX4 under IEC standard 60529.

Powerbeats, Powerbeats Pro, Powerbeats Pro 2, Beats Studio Buds, Beats Studio Buds + , Beats Solo Buds, Beats Fit Pro, and Powerbeats Fit are sweat and water resistant, but they are not waterproof or sweatproof. They aren't designed for use in water sports like swimming, or for showering. After workouts, heavy sweating, or water splashes and before putting the earbuds into the charging case, wipe down your Beats with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. Don't use heat or compressed air to dry your Beats.

References to Powerbeats Fit below include Powerbeats Fit and the charging case for Powerbeats Fit.

Keep your Beats wireless earphones safe

Sweat and water resistance are not permanent conditions and can diminish over time. Resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear. Beats earbuds and charging cases can't be rechecked or resealed for sweat or water resistance.

Follow these tips to avoid damage to your Powerbeats, Powerbeats Pro, Powerbeats Pro 2, Beats Studio Buds, Beats Studio Buds + , Beats Solo Buds, Beats Fit Pro, and Powerbeats Fit:

  • Don't place your Beats under running water, such as a shower or faucet.

  • Don't swim or bathe with your Beats.

  • Don't put Beats in the washing machine or dryer.

  • Don't wear your Beats in a sauna or steam room.

  • Don't expose your Beats to pressurized water or high-velocity water, such as while water skiing, wake boarding, surfing, or jet skiing.

  • Avoid dropping your Beats or subjecting them to other impacts.

  • Don't submerge your Beats.

  • Don't operate your Beats in extremely humid conditions.

  • Don't disassemble your Beats.

If your Powerbeats, Powerbeats Pro, Powerbeats Pro 2, Beats Studio Buds, Beats Studio Buds + , Beats Solo Buds, Beats Fit Pro, or Powerbeats Fit are exposed to liquid through any of the scenarios above:

  • Wipe them clean with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.

  • Allow them to dry completely—for at least two hours—before using them or placing them in the charging case. Charging when wet may damage your Beats earbuds and charging case.

Don't expose your Powerbeats, Powerbeats Pro, Powerbeats Pro 2, Beats Studio Buds, Beats Studio Buds + , Beats Solo Buds, Beats Fit Pro, and Powerbeats Fit to soaps, shampoos, conditioners, lotions, perfumes, solvents, detergent, acids or acidic foods, insect repellent, sunscreen, oil, hair dye, adhesive remover, or any liquids—for example, salt water, soapy water, and pool water. All of these can negatively affect water seals and acoustic membranes. If your Beats are exposed to any of these, here's how to clean them.

If your Powerbeats, Powerbeats Pro, Powerbeats Pro 2, Beats Studio Buds, Beats Studio Buds + , Beats Solo Buds, Beats Fit Pro, or Powerbeats Fit are exposed to dust, wipe them clean with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. Don't use cleaning products or compressed air.

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