Beats Pill - 2024

The new Beats Pill is the first Bluetooth speaker from the brand since the old Pill+ was discontinued in 2022. It retains the classic Pill design language while embracing the pill-shaped aesthetic for a more rounded look. The speaker now has improved water resistance, longer battery life, Find My and Find My Device support, and more.

The Beats Pill has improved in some key ways from its predecessor, particularly when it comes to sound quality, durability, battery life and price point. I do like the form factor and lighter weight of the Bose SoundLink Flex. But the Pill does have a few extras like USB-C audio wired mode and speakerphone functionality that are appealing.

The new Beats Pill marks a significant upgrade from its predecessor, maintaining its iconic shape while introducing lighter construction and IP67 dust and water resistance. Sound quality is bolstered by a redesigned woofer system, delivering powerful, distortion-free audio across various music genres. Priced competitively, it offers long battery life and dynamic performance, making it a compelling choice in today's portable speaker market.

The new Beats Pill’s outdoor sound output is deceptively loud, with excellent projection and even longer battery life. It has one of the longest playback times of any Bluetooth speaker its size, supports lossless audio playback via USB-C, and works as a speakerphone. It’s a great pill that can solve your portable audio ailments.

In its $149.99 retail offering, Beats manages to make something that sounds great and offers a nice bass punch without it becoming overwhelming. It is a speaker that also plays well with iOS and Android, and gets loud enough to feel like it could shake someone's dental fillings.

The new Beats Pill is completely redesigned and boasts better sound performance than ever before. It delivers native ecosystem benefits with an enhanced experience for both Apple and Android customers.