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Brandon Russell, Sheena Vasani
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If you know where to look, you can often score discounts on Appleโs ever-expanding AirPods lineup. Both the newer AirPods Max and AirPods 4 (with and without ANC) now consistently receive discounts, as do the latest AirPods Pro with USB-C. Events like Prime Day, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday often bring the steepest discounts, though you can still find great deals throughout the year.
Below, weโve rounded up the best deals currently available on each model, including both iterations of the AirPods 4, the latest AirPods Pro, and the AirPods Max. Just keep in mind that Appleโs next big event is scheduled for September 9th, meaning itโs possible that weโll see a new pair of AirPods Pro before October rolls around, possibly with heart rate monitoring and a slew of AI-based features.
The best AirPods 4 deals
Apple AirPods 4
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AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation
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At its September 2024 event, Apple introduced the AirPods 4, a pair of wireless earbuds available in two variations: a $129 standard model and a $179 noise-canceling model. Both versions represent significant upgrades over the third-gen AirPods, with a more comfortable design and improved audio performance. Theyโre also better for taking calls thanks to Appleโs Voice Isolation feature, which focuses the mics on your voice so you can be heard more clearly in noisy environments.
The $179 AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation offer a surprisingly effective noise-canceling mode, a helpful transparency mode, and several other Pro-level features. The latest AirPods Pro do a better job of tuning out noise, but the AirPods 4 with ANC still do a good job of reducing sound. They also feature other perks formerly reserved for Appleโs top-of-the-line earbuds, including wireless charging and a case with a built-in speaker that allows you to easily track it down via Appleโs Find My app.
Given theyโve been out for nearly a year, we consistently see discounts on both versions of the AirPods 4. Right now, for instance, the standard AirPods 4 are on sale at Amazon and Walmart for $119 ($10 off), which is $30 shy of their all-time low. The AirPods 4 with ANC, meanwhile, are available at Amazon and Walmart for their typical sale price of $168.99 (also $10 off), which is a far cry from their Prime Day low of $119.
Read our full AirPods 4 review.
The best AirPods Pro (second-gen) deals
Apple AirPods Pro (second-gen) with USB-C charging case
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In 2022, Apple released the second-gen AirPods Pro, which feature a similar build to the first-gen model but offer better noise cancellation, swipe-based controls, and an extra-small pair of swappable silicone ear tips for smaller ears. Apple followed up a year later with a minor refresh, one that features a USB-C charging case and an upgraded IP54 rating for water and dust resistance. The newest model also supports lossless audio when used with Appleโs Vision Pro headset and doubles as a pair of FDA-approved hearing aids.
As far as deals go, Appleโs updated AirPods Pro with USB-C are currently available at Amazon and Walmart for $199 ($50 off), which is their typical sale price and a relatively minor discount compared to previous sales.
Read our AirPods Pro with USB-C impressions.
The best AirPods Max deals
Apple AirPods Max
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The AirPods Max arenโt the iconic in-ears that have become synonymous with the AirPods name. Theyโre large and luxurious, comprised of aluminum, steel, and mesh fabric that remains comfortable during extended listening sessions. They also sport excellent noise cancellation, Appleโs spatial audio feature, and expansive, balanced sound, even if they lag behind some of their peers when it comes to bass response and features. Theyโre not the best noise-canceling headphones for most people โ blame the sticker price โ but itโs hard to find a better pair of Bluetooth headphones if youโre an iPhone user.
Toward the end of last year, Apple replaced the first-gen Max with a new model that features support for USB-C charging and a few new color options. As of writing, theyโre on sale at Amazon in select colors starting at $479.99 ($70 off), which isnโt nearly as low as the $399 asking price we saw during Prime Day.
Read our original AirPods Max review.
Update, September 2nd: Updated to reflect current pricing / availability and mention Appleโs forthcoming iPhone 17 launch event.
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