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The Powerbeats by Dr. Dre Sports Headphones are a reasonable option for style-conscious runners with money to burn, but most fitness-minded listeners would be better served by other options on the market.

The Beats by Dr. Dre Powerbeats earphones offer booming bass in an exercise-friendly design, but are more expensive than some comparable competition.

If you’re looking for amazing sound for the $180 price tag, look elsewhere. If you’re looking for that combination of decent sound and a pair of headphones that cling to your head like a baby koala, these are a reasonable option.

If you're after a sporty, cool set of earphones for your workouts, the Monster Powerbeats by Dr Dre earbuds will be a good bet. But they're expensive and, because they don't isolate outside noise, you won't get the signature bassy Beats sound.

Lovers of rock, hip-hop and dance music will be especially pleased, but the truth is that the Powerbeats have the accuracy and control to turn their hand to just about any genre.