Apple AirPods Pro 2 Hits $169 with 33% Discount, AirPods 4 Drops to $99

Regardless of your budget, Apple offers AirPods to suit your needs. The latest AirPods models are now on sale, including the top-rated AirPods Pro for iPhone users. The second-generation AirPods Pro with USB-C charging is now $169, down from $249, thanks to a 33% discount. The AirPods 4 with active noise cancellation (ANC) is reduced to $148 from $179, while the standard AirPods 4 without ANC is priced at $99.99, originally $129.

Apple AirPods Pro Now $169

Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C

The AirPods Pro delivers exceptional audio for iPhone users with its in-ear design, superior active noise cancellation, low-distortion drivers, and the Apple H2 chip. Features like Adaptive Transparency Mode enhance environmental awareness without removing the earbuds, while Conversation Mode boosts nearby voices for clearer interactions. The second-generation model swaps the Lightning port for a universal USB-C port, eliminating cable clutter, and includes a MagSafe charging case as standard.

Apple AirPods 4: ANC Model at $149, Standard at $99

Apple AirPods 4

Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation

Launched in September 2024, the Apple AirPods 4 comes in two variants, differing primarily in noise cancellation. Compared to the AirPods 3, the AirPods 4 boasts upgrades like the Apple H2 chip (replacing H1), Bluetooth 5.3 (up from 5.0), improved IP54 dust and water resistance (versus IPX4), USB-C charging (replacing Lightning), and a more accurate optical in-ear sensor instead of the skin-detect sensor.

AirPods Pro vs. AirPods 4 with ANC: Which to Choose?

The AirPods Pro outperforms the AirPods 4 with ANC, justifying its $70 higher price tag with superior sound quality and more effective noise cancellation. The AirPods 4 ANC features an open-ear design with non-adjustable tips, resting outside the ear, which allows some sound leakage and ambient noise. In contrast, the AirPods Pro’s in-ear design seals the ear canal for passive noise isolation, with adjustable tips ensuring a snug fit for optimal performance. The AirPods 4 ANC may appeal to those who prefer less intrusive earbuds, but the Pro remains the premium choice.