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There’s a reason AirPods remain the default choice for many iPhone users, even in the crowded wireless earbuds market. They work well with iOS, have solid sound quality, and are great for phone calls. Right now, every AirPod model is on sale for Black Friday.
Whether you’re looking for a last-minute deal for yourself or you’re shopping for gifts, now is arguably the best time to buy AirPods, as there’s no guarantee they’ll go on sale again before the holidays.
If you’re unsure which of the nearly identical AirPods models is the right one for you, check out our review of the latest Pro 3 model or our AirPods Pro 2 vs. AirPods 4 guide.
Best Apple AirPods Deals
Here’s a look at the best deals and lowest prices on Apple AirPods earbuds right now.
AirPods Pro 3
The latest AirPods Pro 3 feature a heart-rate sensor, a redesigned fit, and features like live translation. When we tested them, we found them to be a worthwhile upgrade over the original AirPods Pro 2, particularly for fitness enthusiasts.
Apple AirPods Pro 2
The AirPods Pro 2 are still an excellent option. If you want to save an extra $20 over the Pro 3, they’re discounted to $200.
Apple AirPods 4
The non-ANC version of AirPods just $69, a savings of 47%. The noise-canceling version is discounted to $110.
Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones
Apple’s AirPods Max headphones are cheaper than they were during October Prime Day. In our testing, we were impressed with these headphones’ noise-canceling, superb transparency mode, and surprisingly comfortable fit despite the weight.
AirPods Models: What’s the Difference?
Not familiar with the Apple audio lineup? Here’s a quick rundown of the different Apple AirPods earbuds and Max headphones:
AirPods 4: The most affordable AirPods. Feature excellent audio quality, spatial audio, force sensor controls, and a smaller design. Up to 5 hours of playtime and up to 30 hours of battery life with the charging case. No ANC, plastic universal-fit ear-tips.
AirPods 4 (ANC): Just like the AirPods 4 above, with the addition of active noise-cancellation (ANC).
AirPods Pro 3: The latest AirPods Pro 3 feature live translation, a new heart-rate sensor, and a redesigned fit for enhanced comfort.
AirPods Pro 2: Better ANC and audio quality than the AirPods 4, plus touch controls. Up to 6 hour playtime and 30 hours battery life.
AirPods Max: Sleek, over-the-ear headphone design and Apple’s best audio quality (including Lossless Audio via USB‑C). 20 hours playtime.
