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Beats 360 vs Sonos Ace Ultra

Product A: Beats

360

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Product B: Sonos

Ace Ultra

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  • 33 different values
  • 24 known for one only
  • 21 the same
  • 74 missing for both

Biggest differences

Each bar uses the scale of all 149 headsets and headphones.

  1. Quick chargeA: 1hB: 3hSonos is 3 times higher.
  2. Battery life (claimed, max)A: 32hB: 50hSonos is 18 h higher.

Size, drawn to scale

Front and side.

Weight

0 to 400 g

Headset weight
A294.5g
B325g

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ABeats 360
BSonos Ace Ultra

General

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Series
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Model numbers
A3577, MJE14LL/A, MJE34LL/A, MJE44LL/A, MJE64LL/A1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Apple store SKUs in the page data: MJE14LL/A Black, MJE34LL/A Cloud, MJE44LL/A Sky, MJE64LL/A Pink. These are US SKUs. A3577 is the hardware model number from MacRumors.13Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/beats-360Read 14 October 2026MacRumors: model number A3577, seen in FCC (May 2026), ANATEL (August 20) and UAE (August 21) regulatory filings.14Retailer pageabt.com/Beats-by-Dr.-Dre-Beats-360-Over-Ear-Wireless-Noise-Cancelling-Headphones-in-Black-with-Black-Performance-Knit-Cushions-MJE14LLA/p/247573.htmlRead 14 October 2026
S52A, ACEULUS1BLK, ACEULUS1, ACEULUS1AGAV, ACEULUS1SAND1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Page data lists US SKUs: ACEULUS1BLK Black, ACEULUS1 Soft White, ACEULUS1AGAV Agave, ACEULUS1SAND Sand. S52A is the hardware model from the FCC filing as reported by TBreak.11Press articletbreak.com/tbreak/sonos-ace-ultra-headphones-fcc-filing-september-launchRead 14 October 2026TBreak: the heavily redacted FCC filing identifies the product as model S52A.
GTIN / EAN
195951201382, 19595120147414Retailer pageabt.com/Beats-by-Dr.-Dre-Beats-360-Over-Ear-Wireless-Noise-Cancelling-Headphones-in-Black-with-Black-Performance-Knit-Cushions-MJE14LLA/p/247573.htmlRead 14 October 2026UPC 195951201382 for MJE14LL/A Black. The Cloud listing MJE34LL/A shows UPC 195951201474. Pink and Sky UPCs were not found.15Retailer pageabt.com/Beats-by-Dr.-Dre-Beats-360-Over-Ear-Wireless-Noise-Cancelling-Headphones-in-Cloud-with-Cloud-Performance-Knit-Cushions-MJE34LLA/p/247580.htmlRead 14 October 2026UPC 195951201474 for MJE34LL/A Cloud.
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Announced
22 September 20262Press releasebeatsbydre.com/company/press/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Press release dated September 22, 2026. Orders opened the same day.
1 September 20264Press articlehifi.fan/stories/sonos-ace-ultra-headphones-released-with-headphone-engine-2-and-audio-handoverRead 14 October 2026HiFi Editorial dated 1 September 2026: Sonos has announced the Ace Ultra.
Status
Available1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Beats store shows New, Add to bag and a buyable state.
Available1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Sonos US store shows Available now with Add to cart and in-stock offers.
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
$349.991Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026US price $349.99 on the Beats store and Apple store pages.2Press releasebeatsbydre.com/company/press/beats-360Read 14 October 2026$349.99 (U.S.) on apple.com.
$4491Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026$449 on the Sonos US store, unchanged from the launch price reported by What Hi-Fi? and Tom's Guide.4Press articlehifi.fan/stories/sonos-ace-ultra-headphones-released-with-headphone-engine-2-and-audio-handoverRead 14 October 2026Retail prices 399 GBP, $449, AU$699 and EUR 449.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Tested at 399 GBP / $449 / AU$699.
Launch price (EU)
€349.9511Reviewt3.com/tech/headphones/beats-360-reviewRead 14 October 2026Launch prices: 299.95 GBP, 349.99 USD, 349.95 EUR in Europe, 499.95 AUD. Tax treatment is not stated.12Press articleiphone-ticker.de/beats-360-starten-austauschbare-polster-und-staerkeres-anc-286750Read 14 October 2026349,95 Euro for Germany, orders open from the announcement and on sale on September 24. German prices are published incl. VAT.
€4493Maker product pagesonos.com/de-de/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026449 EUR on the German Sonos store. German list prices include VAT. Press at launch also gave EUR 449.4Press articlehifi.fan/stories/sonos-ace-ultra-headphones-released-with-headphone-engine-2-and-audio-handoverRead 14 October 2026Retail prices 399 GBP, $449, AU$699 and EUR 449. Tax treatment is not stated.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/sonos-ace-reviewRead 14 October 2026The Sonos Ace Ultra land at $449 (399 GBP / 449 EUR).
Markets
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Colours
Black, Cloud, Pink, Sky1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Colours shown: Sky, Cloud, Black, Pink. Variant names read Black with Black Performance Knit Cushions and so on.
Black, Soft White, Agave, Sand1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Colors: Black, Soft White, Agave, Sand. Finish: Matte.
Segment
Music2Press releasebeatsbydre.com/company/press/beats-360Read 14 October 2026The maker calls it an all-new flagship over-ear headphone for commuting, working, training and traveling. Stored as music, the closest segment option.
Music1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Maker markets premium wireless noise-canceling headphones for music, spatial audio and TV listening.

Design

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Form factor
Over-ear1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Over-ear headphones (circumaural).
Over-ear2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Over-ear headphones with ear cushions that surround the ears. What Hi-Fi? and SoundGuys call them over-ear.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Reviewed as over-ear headphones.
Ear cup enclosure
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Closed9Reviewsoundguys.com/product/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Spec table: Acoustic design Closed-back.
Wearing style
Headband1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Headband with telescoping arms.
Headband2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Adjustable headband that extends with ear cups on each side.
Folding
Flat1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Fold them flat for around-the-neck comfort or to store them in their woven ripstop case.9Reviewandroidcentral.com/accessories/headphones/beats-360-headphones-reviewRead 14 October 2026The ear cups rotate flat like the AirPods Max 2 and do not fold into a ball.
Flat8Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/sonos-ace-ultra-reviewRead 14 October 2026The Ace Ultra are not fully foldable, but the ear cups rotate flat for stowing in the case.
Swivelling ear cups
Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026The earcups rotate individually for a more personalized fit.
Yes2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Plush ear cushions, rotating ear cups and an adjustable headband. TechRadar and Man of Many say the cups rotate flat and swivel both ways.
RGB lighting
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Lighting zones
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Drivers and sound

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Driver type
Dynamic1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Custom-designed dual-magnet dynamic driver.
Dynamic1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Custom 40 mm dynamic driver in each ear cup.
Driver size
40mm11Reviewt3.com/tech/headphones/beats-360-reviewRead 14 October 2026The 360 uses a new acoustic platform built around 40mm dual-magnet drivers with triple-layer diaphragms. The maker does not state the diameter. No other source contradicts it.
40mm1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Custom 40 mm driver in each ear cup.
Drivers per side
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11Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026One 40 mm driver in each ear cup.
Diaphragm material
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Magnet
Dual neodymium magnets1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Each driver has dual neodymium magnets.
Dual-ring magnet motor5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026New Sonos-designed 40mm dynamic drive units with a dual-ring magnet motor structure.
Frequency response (wired or passive)
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Wireless audio transmission band
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Impedance (passive when specified)
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Sensitivity (passive when specified)
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Sensitivity reference
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THD (claimed)
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Max input power
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Max digital audio sample rate
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48kHz4Press articlehifi.fan/stories/sonos-ace-ultra-headphones-released-with-headphone-engine-2-and-audio-handoverRead 14 October 2026Wired listening via the USB-C port offers audio up to 16-bit/48kHz.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Native support for 16-bit/48kHz is available via the wired USB connection.
Max digital audio bit depth
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16bits4Press articlehifi.fan/stories/sonos-ace-ultra-headphones-released-with-headphone-engine-2-and-audio-handoverRead 14 October 2026Wired listening via the USB-C port offers audio up to 16-bit/48kHz.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Native support for 16-bit/48kHz is available via the wired USB connection.
DAC
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Personalised sound
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Onboard EQ
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Custom EQ bands
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81Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Use the Sonos app to adjust bass, mids and treble with 3-band or 8-band EQ. Stored as 8, the larger option.
EQ presets
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Volume limit
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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio support
Personalized Spatial Audio, Dolby Atmos1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking is on the page. Dolby Atmos is named in the maker press release.2Press releasebeatsbydre.com/company/press/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking and Dolby Atmos.
Dolby Atmos, TrueCinema1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Dolby Atmos with a compatible device and content. TrueCinema tunes the headphones to your room and a compatible Sonos soundbar and renders a 7.1.4 mix with spatial audio. Dolby Atmos and TrueCinema need compatible Sonos gear or content.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Dolby Atmos spatial audio with head tracking and TrueCinema. No toggle in the app to switch Atmos on and off.
Spatial audio licence included
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Head tracking
Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Accelerometer and gyroscope in the left earcup. Personalized Spatial Audio needs an iPhone with a TrueDepth camera and works with Apple devices.
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Sonos Intelligent Motion Processing with Dolby Head Tracking. Enable it in the Sonos app.

Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling
Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Beats' most advanced Active Noise Cancellation.
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation uses ten microphones. Up to 2x more ANC than Sonos Ace at frequencies up to 65 Hz.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Standard full ANC alongside Aware Mode. Ten microphones, up from eight.
ANC type
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ANC microphones
81Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Eight of the nine microphones are used for Active Noise Cancellation.2Press releasebeatsbydre.com/company/press/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Eight microphones for Active Noise Cancellation.11Reviewt3.com/tech/headphones/beats-360-reviewRead 14 October 2026Eight ANC microphones.
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Adaptive ANC
Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026ANC adapts to the environment and the user's fit.
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Adaptive ANC adjusts for changes in fit caused by head movement, glasses, hair and other factors.
ANC levels
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ANC attenuation (claimed)
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Transparency mode
Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Transparency mode listed in the audio technology section.
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Aware mode blends ambient sound with your content. Voice boost is optional.
Adjustable transparency
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Conversation detection
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Wind noise reduction
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Measured

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Frequency response notes
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Bass amount
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Treble amount
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Deviation from target
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Consistency between fittings
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Harmonic distortion
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Sound leakage
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Measured noise isolation
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Noise isolation (measured, best)
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Passive isolation (measured)
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Mic quality notes
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Mic low-frequency extension
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Mic high-frequency extension
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Mic speech-to-noise ratio
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Measured latency
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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)
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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)
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Measured battery life
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Battery life (measured, max)
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Clamping force
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Weight (measured)
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Microphone

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Microphone
Built-in1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Nine microphones are built into the headphones and there is no boom microphone. A dedicated voice mic with beam-forming sits among them.
Built-in1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Ten microphones for noise control, calls, Aware mode and TrueCinema. No boom microphone.
Microphone element
MEMS2Press releasebeatsbydre.com/company/press/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Nine advanced digital MEMS microphones.7Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-360-review-163545Read 14 October 2026Eight MEMS microphones are used for ANC.
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Microphone pickup pattern
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Voice microphones
31Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Three microphones for voice pickup. Two of them are shared with ANC and one is an additional microphone.2Press releasebeatsbydre.com/company/press/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Three for voice pickup with two shared with ANC.
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Total microphones
91Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Nine microphones total.2Press releasebeatsbydre.com/company/press/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Nine microphones. Eight for ANC and three for voice pickup, with two shared.
101Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Ten microphones for noise control, calls, Aware mode and TrueCinema. The maker states the total for the headset.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026The Ace Ultra houses 10 microphones, up from eight.
Mic frequency response
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Mic sensitivity
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Mic signal-to-noise
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Mic sample rate
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Mic noise reduction
AI7Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-360-review-163545Read 14 October 2026Beats says it uses digital signal processors designed for machine-learning algorithms to improve microphone quality. Speech enhancement and environmental noise suppression are on by default.16Reviewmanofmany.com/tech/audio/beats-360-reviewRead 14 October 2026The voice-processing architecture uses AI-trained machine learning algorithms and a three-microphone beam-forming array. Stored as AI.
DSP1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Microphones target your voice and suppress background noise on calls. Stored as DSP processing. The maker does not claim AI processing.
Flip to mute
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Mute button
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Mute indicator
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Sidetone
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Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Sidetone helps your voice sound natural and clear during calls, even when ANC is enabled.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Sidetone is a Noise Control setting in the Sonos app. It may not work when plugged into another device during a call.
Adjustable sidetone
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Foam microphone windscreen
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Connectivity

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Audio connections
Bluetooth1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026FAQ says Beats 360 is wireless-only and connects over Bluetooth. The USB-C port is for charging.7Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-360-review-163545Read 14 October 2026Exclusively Bluetooth.
Bluetooth, USB, Analog1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth, USB-C line-in and USB-C to 3.5 mm. The product page lists USB-C and 3.5 mm.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth. The USB-C port takes line-in audio over a USB-C to 3.5 mm cable or a USB-C to USB-C cable. Bluetooth is disabled while a USB-C cable is connected.
Analog source plugs
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Cable connector on headset
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USB-C2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026USB-C to 3.5 mm cable and USB-C to USB-C cable both connect to the headphone USB-C port. Not compatible with third party cables.
Longest included cable
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1.2m1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Longest included cable is the USB-C to 3.5 mm cable, 3.94 ft (1.2 m).
Headset USB plug or port
USB-C1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026USB-C port for charging only.
USB-C2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026USB-C port for charging and line-in.
Audio over USB-C cable
No1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026FAQ: no wired audio connection of any kind. The USB-C port is for charging.7Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-360-review-163545Read 14 October 2026The USB-C port is power and charging only. No lossless playback.
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Lossless audio over Bluetooth with aptX on a supported device, or via a USB-C connection.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/sonos-ace-reviewRead 14 October 2026Connectivity lists USB-C audio.
Passive wired listening
No1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026FAQ: no wired audio connection, so no passive listening.7Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-360-review-163545Read 14 October 2026No 3.5mm jack and no USB audio. Cannot play over a cable.
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Wireless receiver
None1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Bluetooth only. No dongle in the box.
None2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth headphones with Wi-Fi for the Sonos system. No dongle in the box.
Wireless receiver connector
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Wireless range (claimed)
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Bluetooth
5.31Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Bluetooth 5.3 wireless technology. The FAQ says Class 1 Bluetooth 5.3.2Press releasebeatsbydre.com/company/press/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Class 1 Bluetooth 5.3.
6.01Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth 6.0 supports audio streaming from any Bluetooth-enabled device.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth 6.0.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/sonos-ace-reviewRead 14 October 2026Connectivity: Bluetooth 6.0, WiFi, USB-C audio and 3.5mm input.
Bluetooth codecs
SBC, AAC7Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-360-review-163545Read 14 October 2026Beats 360 exclusively relies on Bluetooth 5.3 using the AAC and SBC codecs. Gizbot gives the same list. The maker does not publish codecs.8Reviewgizbot.com/gadgets/reviews/beats-360-review-the-gym-headphone-that-costs-audiophile-money-129061.htmlRead 14 October 2026Codecs are AAC and SBC. No LDAC, no aptX, no LC3 and no Hi-Res Wireless badge.
SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive Lossless5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Tech specs list SBC, AAC and aptX Lossless. aptX Lossless over Bluetooth is limited to 16-bit/44.1kHz files.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/sonos-ace-reviewRead 14 October 2026Specs: Codecs SBC, AAC, Qualcomm aptX Adaptive Lossless.7Retailer pagehk.tcacoustic.asia/products/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Distributor copy of the Sonos tech spec lists Bluetooth Codecs: SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive Lossless. Sonos' own page does not name codecs. What Hi-Fi? writes aptX Lossless.9Reviewsoundguys.com/product/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Spec table: AAC, aptX Lossless, SBC.
LE Audio
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Auracast
No7Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-360-review-163545Read 14 October 2026They support Apple's Audio Sharing feature but lack proper Auracast support elsewhere. Gizbot also says no Auracast.8Reviewgizbot.com/gadgets/reviews/beats-360-review-the-gym-headphone-that-costs-audiophile-money-129061.htmlRead 14 October 2026Lists no Auracast among what is missing.
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Bluetooth multipoint
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Yes2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Using Multipoint, you can connect Sonos Ace Ultra to 2 Bluetooth devices and automatically switch between audio streams. Multipoint is off by default. Turn it on in Sonos Ace Ultra Settings.
Multipoint devices
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22Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Connect to 2 Bluetooth devices.
Paired devices remembered
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Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
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Fast pairing
Google Fast Pair1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Android features include Fast Pair.7Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-360-review-163545Read 14 October 2026Supports Apple one-touch pairing and Google Fast Pair.
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Base station
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Latency

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Low latency mode
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Claimed latency
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Compatibility

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Compatible platforms
iOS, macOS, Android, Windows1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Compatible with Apple and Android devices. Works as basic Bluetooth headphones with other non-Apple devices with limited functionality. The Beats support FAQ also names a Windows-based PC for manual pairing.5Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Manual pairing steps cover iPhone or iPad, Android and other Bluetooth devices such as a Windows-based PC.
Android, iOS1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026The Sonos app and TV Audio Swap work on iOS and Android. Bluetooth works with any Bluetooth-enabled device.
Connection per platform
ABeats 360
PlatformConnection
iOSBluetooth
macOSBluetooth
AndroidBluetooth
WindowsBluetooth
Source1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Bluetooth is the only audio connection. Microphone support per platform is not stated.
BSonos Ace Ultra
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Official licence
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Battery and charging

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Battery capacity
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1,060mAh1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026A 1060 mAh lithium-ion battery.
Swappable battery
No9Reviewandroidcentral.com/accessories/headphones/beats-360-headphones-reviewRead 14 October 2026Beats offers a $79 mail-in or carry-in battery replacement service. A user-replaceable self-service option is only promised for the coming months. So the battery is not user-swappable now.
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Replace the parts. Keep the headphones. The ear cushions and battery are designed to be swapped out.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Power and Connectivity: Battery (replaceable). Replacement instructions are on the Sonos website.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026You can replace the headphones' battery yourself.
Batteries included
27Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-360-review-163545Read 14 October 2026The Beats 360 uses a truly wireless design with a separate battery, antenna and processor in each ear cup. T3 and BGR say the same.10Reviewbgr.com/2264872/beats-360-reviewRead 14 October 2026BGR says each earcup contains its own battery, antenna and processor in a true wireless design.11Reviewt3.com/tech/headphones/beats-360-reviewRead 14 October 2026With the Beats 360 the company moved to what it describes as a true wireless architecture, each earcup containing its own battery, antenna and processing components.
11Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026One battery in the headphones.
Claimed battery life
ABeats 360
ConnectionANCSpatial audioHours (h)
BluetoothYesYes32
BluetoothNoNot available32
BluetoothNoNot available24
Source1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Up to 32 hours with ANC and Personalized Spatial Audio on. The press release adds 32 hours with Adaptive EQ when ANC and Transparency are off, and 24 hours in Transparency mode. Test used AAC 256 kbps tracks at 50 percent volume with an iPhone. The Bluetooth codec is not named.2Press releasebeatsbydre.com/company/press/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Footnote 10: tested by Apple in August 2026 with preproduction units and iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Plus. 358 iTunes tracks at 256 kbps AAC, volume 50 percent. ANC on or Adaptive EQ: 32 hours. Transparency mode: 24 hours. The 32 hour ANC row was tested with Spatial Audio and head tracking enabled. The Adaptive EQ row (ANC and Transparency off) and the Transparency row do not state a spatial audio setting. The Bluetooth codec is not named.
BSonos Ace Ultra
ConnectionANCHours (h)
BluetoothYes35
BluetoothNo50
Source1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Up to 35 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation or Aware mode on, at moderate volume. The Product Guide adds up to 50 hours with ANC off. Battery life depends on usage, settings and environmental factors.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Guide overview: listen up to 35 hours with Adaptive Noise Cancellation on, or up to 50 hours with ANC off. Spec section: 35 hours with ANC or Aware mode on.
Battery life (claimed, max)
32h
50h
Battery life with ANC (claimed)
32h
35h
Battery life without ANC (claimed)
32h
50h
Charging port
USB-C1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026USB-C at the base of the left earcup.4Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/beats/charge-beats-devd3f7c0875/webRead 14 October 2026Connect headphones to a power outlet using a USB-C cable and a compatible power adapter.5Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Charge using the USB-C port at the base of the left earcup.
USB-C2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Use the included USB-C cable and a compliant USB-C power supply, 7.5 W minimum (15 W recommended).
Full charge time
Not available
180min1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026A full charge from 0% can take up to 3 hours. Stored as 180 minutes, the upper bound.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Full charge from 0% can require up to 3 hours.
Quick charge time
5min1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Fast Fuel: a 5-minute charge provides up to 1 hour of playback.
3min1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Rapid charging provides up to 3 hours of listening time from a 3-minute charge starting at 0%.
Quick charge playback
1h1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Fast Fuel: a 5-minute charge provides up to 1 hour of playback. Tested with ANC, Spatial Audio and head tracking enabled.
3h1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Rapid charging provides up to 3 hours of listening time from a 3-minute charge starting at 0%. The guide says rapid charging needs 15 to 30 C and a charger between 5 W and 12 W for top speed.
Use while charging
Yes4Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/beats/charge-beats-devd3f7c0875/webRead 14 October 2026Charge Beats while you listen: connect Beats Pill or Beats 360 to a power outlet using a USB-C cable and a compatible power adapter.
Yes2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026While Sonos Ace Ultra is charging, you can continue listening to a Bluetooth-connected device.
Charging dock or stand
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Controls

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Controls
Buttons1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Physical buttons on the back of the earcups: volume rocker and play/pause on the right, power and listening mode on the left.3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/beats/use-beats-360-ew8rpn8weury/webRead 14 October 2026Right earcup: play/pause button and volume rocker. Left earcup: power button and listening mode button.
Buttons, Slider2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Content Key slides up and down for volume and presses for playback and calls. Noise Control button on the right cup. Power/Bluetooth button on the left cup.
Volume control
Buttons1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Volume up and down rocker on the right earcup.3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/beats/use-beats-360-ew8rpn8weury/webRead 14 October 2026Press the volume rocker on the right earcup.
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Game and chat mix
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Remappable controls
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Wear detection
No7Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-360-review-163545Read 14 October 2026No wear-detection sensor mentioned. Android Central, BGR, Gizbot and 9to5Mac say there is no automatic play or pause on removal.8Reviewgizbot.com/gadgets/reviews/beats-360-review-the-gym-headphone-that-costs-audiophile-money-129061.htmlRead 14 October 2026There is no wear detection sensor, so taking them off does not pause anything.9Reviewandroidcentral.com/accessories/headphones/beats-360-headphones-reviewRead 14 October 2026The ear cups do not include wear-detection sensors, so they do not auto play or pause. Listed under reasons to avoid as no on-head detection.10Reviewbgr.com/2264872/beats-360-reviewRead 14 October 2026Lacks auto-play/pause when removing them.
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026The music pauses when you take off the headphones and resumes when you put them back on.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Sensors in the ear cups detect if you are wearing them. On by default.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/sonos-ace-reviewRead 14 October 2026Specs: Wear detection Yes.
Voice assistant
Siri, Android voice assistant1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Press and hold the play/pause button for Siri or Android voice assistant. Hands-free Hey Siri is supported.3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/beats/use-beats-360-ew8rpn8weury/webRead 14 October 2026Do any of the following on the right earcup. Use Siri or voice assistant pages in the same guide.
Voice assistant of the connected device, such as Siri or Gemini1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Noise Control button on the right cup. Long press to activate your voice assistant.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Press and hold the Noise Control / Voice Control button to activate your device voice assistant, such as Siri or Gemini.

Comfort and build

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Headband type
Padded1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026The slim headband has its own memory foam cushion.
Padded2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Adjustable headband with the right amount of padding. Man of Many mentions Rebound memory foam padding.
Headband material
Memory foam with Performance Knit cover1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Headband cushion is memory foam. The included cushions are Performance Knit, a breathable knit. Android Central describes knit covers.
Not available
Frame material
Stainless steel telescoping arms1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026The telescoping stainless steel arms are adjustable.
Stainless steel2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Finish: stainless steel. The stainless steel headband smoothly extends and stays securely in place.
Ear cup material
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Ear pad material
Memory foam wrapped in Performance Knit textile1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Ear cushions are built from acoustically engineered memory foam. The included Performance Knit cushions wrap the foam in a breathable knit. UltraPlush engineered leather cushions are sold separately.
Memory foam covered in vegan leather2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Finish lists vegan leather. Tom's Guide and Man of Many describe memory foam ear cushions. SoundGuys lists memory foam and synthetic leather.
Replaceable ear pads
Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Interchangeable and detachable cushions for earcups and headband.5Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Interchangeable cushions detach and reattach in seconds with no tools.
Yes1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Ear cushions are designed to be swapped out. Ear cushions are sold as accessories.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Ear cushions can be easily replaced if they wear out over time.
Ear pad attachment
Twist lock5Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026To remove an ear cushion, rotate it counterclockwise. Rotate clockwise to attach. Line up the tabs and turn the cushion clockwise until it clicks into place.
Magnetic2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Each cushion is securely held in place by magnets and can be removed with a light pull. It snaps into place when reattached.5Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Ear pads attach magnetically and replacements cost about 40 GBP / $40.
Ear pad opening
Not available
Not available
Ear tips included
Not available
Not available
Dust and water rating
IPX41Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Sweat and water resistant, IPX4 rated under IEC 60529.
Not available
User-replaceable parts
Ear cushions, Headband cushion1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Interchangeable ear and headband cushions. Cushion Kits are sold separately.
Ear cushions, Battery1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026The ear cushions and battery are designed to be swapped out. Ear cushions $39 and a replacement battery kit $25 are sold by Sonos.2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Spec section: Battery (replaceable). Ear cushion replacement section.

Software

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Companion app
Beats app7Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-360-review-163545Read 14 October 2026Beats app on Android. On iOS the settings are in the Settings app.
Sonos2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Sonos app. Settings, EQ, noise control and updates are in the app.
App platforms
Android7Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-360-review-163545Read 14 October 2026Beats app for Android only. iPhone settings live in iOS Settings.
Android, iOS2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Sonos app on iOS and Android. TV Audio Swap works on iOS and Android.
User firmware updates
Yes5Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Beats 360 receives firmware updates automatically through an up-to-date Apple device or the Beats app for Android. Beats recommends firmware 4A262 or later. Beats app update path also confirmed by BGR.7Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-360-review-163545Read 14 October 2026Reviewer notes Beats app on Android and Settings on iOS.10Reviewbgr.com/2264872/beats-360-reviewRead 14 October 2026The Beats app for Android lets users see battery status and force firmware updates.
Yes2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Sonos app Settings, About: check for software updates and see the current software version.

Dimensions and weight

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Headset weight
294.5g(10.4 oz)1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Weight 294.5 g (10.39 oz). The page does not say whether this is with cushions. The headphones are sold with the cushions fitted.
325g(11.5 oz)2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Details and Dimensions: Weight 0.72 lbs (325 g). The product page says 0.71 lbs (322 g). The guide is preferred over the product page. Tom's Guide, What Hi-Fi? and SoundGuys repeat 322 g.
Headset dimensions
Width165.5Height191.3Depth87.1mm(6.5 × 7.5 × 3.4 in)1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Width 165.5 mm, depth 87.1 mm, height 191.3 mm.
Width163Height193Depth84mm(6.4 × 7.6 × 3.3 in)2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026Details and Dimensions: Height 7.60 in (193 mm), Width 6.42 in (163 mm), Depth 3.31 in (84 mm). The product page lists a single unit with ear cup width 90.8 mm and depth 45 mm, which are not stored.

Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio
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Communication certifications
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FCC ID
BCGA357713Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/beats-360Read 14 October 2026MacRumors confirms A3577 in the US FCC database from May 2026. The ID BCGA3577 (Apple grantee code BCG plus product code A3577) comes from a search result listing. The FCC database was not opened. Apple IDs for other Beats headphones follow the same pattern.
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Other certifications
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In the box

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In the box
Beats 360 headphones, Color-matched Performance Knit cushions, Woven ripstop fabric case, Quick Start Guide1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Beats 360 headphones, color-matched Performance Knit cushions, woven ripstop fabric case and Quick Start Guide. Cushion Kits, USB-C cable and power adapter are sold separately.
Sonos Ace Ultra headphones, Travel case with removable cable pouch, USB-C to USB-C cable, USB-C to 3.5 mm cable, Quickstart Guide and legal and warranty information1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026Box contents: travel case, USB-C to USB-C cable, USB-C to 3.5 mm cable, Set Up Guide and legal and warranty information. The headphones themselves are included.
Cables included
ABeats 360
Not available
BSonos Ace Ultra
TypeLength (m)Count
USB-C to USB-C cable0.751
USB-C to 3.5 mm cable1.21
Source1Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/shop/sonos-ace-ultraRead 14 October 2026USB-C to USB-C cable 2.46 ft (0.75 m). USB-C to 3.5 mm cable 3.94 ft (1.2 m).2Owner's manualsonos.com/en-us/guides/sonosaceultraRead 14 October 2026USB-C to USB-C cable 2.46 ft (0.75 m). USB-C to 3.5 mm cable 3.94 ft (1.2 m).
Carrying case
Soft1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/beats-360Read 14 October 2026Woven ripstop fabric case is included.
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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
1year6Maker product pageapple.com/legal/warranty/products/accessory-warranty-english.htmlRead 14 October 2026Apple One (1) Year Limited Warranty for Apple-branded and Beats-branded hardware, US English page. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. Gizbot says the one year warranty applies in India too.
1year10Maker product pagesonos.com/en-us/legal/terms-of-useRead 14 October 2026Section 10(a): Sonos warrants the Product for one (1) year after the date of original purchase against defects in materials and workmanship. US English terms. The Sonos warranty extension of 2024 excludes portable and wearable products.

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