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If you want a rugged, purpose-built hard shell that keeps your Beats Studio Pro, Studio3, Solo4 or Solo3 safe between listens, choose co2CREA Beats Studio Pro/Studio3/Solo4/Solo3; if you need actual sound in your ears for workouts, calls and commutes, choose RICHJOY Open Ear Earbuds. These two products are not rivals in the usual sense. One is a storage case, the other is a pair of clip-on earbuds. The real question is what your setup is missing — protection for headphones you already own, or a lightweight listening device you can wear while moving.
• co2CREA's biggest strength: a hard EVA shell that is shockproof, dustproof and water resistant, sized specifically for Beats Studio Pro, Studio3, Solo4, Solo3 and Solo Pro headphones.
• co2CREA's biggest trade-off: it is a case only — the headphones and accessories are not included, so it does nothing on its own.
• RICHJOY's biggest strength: true wireless listening with Bluetooth 6.0, up to 40 hours of total playtime and a charging case that shows battery level on a built-in screen.
• RICHJOY's biggest trade-off: open-ear clip design means no passive isolation, so loud environments still leak in around the sound.
• Buy co2CREA if you already own a pair of Beats on-ear or over-ear headphones and want them protected in a bag or backpack.
• Buy RICHJOY if you want earbuds that stay put during running, cycling, driving or gym sessions and let you hear your surroundings.
This is a protective travel case, and it is built like one. The outer shell is hard EVA, which the listing describes as shockproof, dustproof and waterproof, and the water resistance level is listed as water resistant. Inside, there is a soft anti-static lining designed to keep the finish of your headphones free of bumps, dents and scratches. A mesh pocket gives you somewhere to stash small accessories, and a comfortable hand strap plus a smooth, strong zipper make it easy to carry. It measures 7.24 x 5.91 x 3.62 inches and weighs 200 grams, so it is compact enough to slide into a backpack or carry-on without eating much space.
Compatibility is the whole point here. The case is made for Beats Studio Pro (including the Kim Kardashian edition), Beats Studio3, Beats Solo4, Beats Solo3 and Beats Solo Pro. If you own one of those and you have ever pulled them out of a bag to find a scuffed headband or a scratched earcup, this is the fix. It also suits people who toss headphones into a gym bag, a suitcase or a car and want a fixed home for them rather than loose in a pocket.
Who should skip it? Anyone who does not own Beats headphones on that list, and anyone expecting the case to come with anything else. The listing is explicit: for sale is the case only, and the headphones and accessories are not included. If you are shopping for sound, this is not a product that produces any.
The RICHJOY Open Ear Earbuds are for people who want audio without sealing their ears. Each earbud weighs just 4.8 grams, and the C-shaped ear clip is designed to sit on the ear rather than inside it. The result, according to the specs, is a fit that stays stable through long exercise sessions without pressing on the ear canal. The open-ear approach also means you keep awareness of what is around you — traffic, a training partner, a colleague walking up behind you — which is exactly why this style shows up in running, cycling and driving.
On the audio side, RICHJOY lists premium stereo sound with deep bass and clear highs, plus directional audio technology that pushes sound toward the ear canal to reduce leakage. There is also ENC, or Environmental Noise Cancellation, built into the microphone: the AI-assisted system is designed to cut wind and background noise so calls stay clear during meetings and business calls. Connectivity is Bluetooth 6.0, and RICHJOY says it works with iPhone, Android, iPad, PC and more. The earbuds have no headphone jack, so it is wireless-only.
Battery is the headline number: up to 40 hours of total playtime with the charging case, and the case has a built-in screen showing real-time battery levels. An IPX5 rating means sweat, rain and splashes are repelled, which lines up with the fitness positioning. Controls are touch-based, including volume adjustment by long-pressing the left earbud to lower and the right to raise.
Who should skip it? If you want deep isolation on a plane or in a noisy open office, an open-ear design is the wrong tool — it deliberately lets outside sound in. And if you prefer the feel of a traditional in-ear seal, the clip-on shape may not be for you.
• Best for protecting Beats headphones → co2CREA. Hard EVA shell, anti-static lining, mesh pocket, hand strap.
• Best for battery life → RICHJOY. Up to 40 hours of total playtime, with a real-time battery display on the case.
• Best for workouts and outdoor movement → RICHJOY. 4.8 g per earbud, C-shaped clip fit, IPX5 water resistance.
• Best for calls → RICHJOY. ENC microphone with AI noise reduction for wind and background noise.
• Best for travel with full-size headphones → co2CREA. 7.24 x 5.91 x 3.62 inches, 200 g, water resistant and shockproof.
• Best for staying aware of your surroundings → RICHJOY. Open-ear design leaves the ear canal unobstructed.
• Best for a specific headphone list → co2CREA. Made for Beats Studio Pro, Studio3, Solo4, Solo3 and Solo Pro.
• Not comparable on sound → co2CREA. It is a case only and produces no audio at all.
In my opinion, this comes down to what you already own rather than which product is "better." If there are Beats Studio Pro, Studio3, Solo4 or Solo3 headphones in your life, I would buy the co2CREA case — it is a cheap, purpose-built way to stop scratches and dents, and it is sized exactly for those models. I would only pick the RICHJOY Open Ear Earbuds if I actually needed a listening device, and specifically one for running, cycling or long calls where staying aware of my surroundings matters. If that is your situation, the 40-hour playtime and IPX5 rating make it the more useful purchase. Otherwise, the case is the smarter buy.
Not really. co2CREA makes a hard storage case for Beats headphones, while RICHJOY makes open-ear wireless earbuds. You would only compare them if you are deciding between protecting existing headphones and buying a new pair of earbuds.
The co2CREA listing states clearly that it is case only — the Beats headphones and accessories are not included. The RICHJOY earbuds come with a charging case and a user manual, and carry a one-year manufacturer warranty.
RICHJOY, without question. The earbuds weigh 4.8 grams each, use a C-shaped clip for stability, and carry an IPX5 rating against sweat, rain and splashes. The co2CREA case is meant to store headphones, not to be worn.
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