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The Black Friday deals are in full swing, with some incredible deals on a range of different devices and products. I'm currently tracking the prices on all the AirPods models, which are seeing their usually very high prices slashed in the Black Friday sales. This isn't my first Black Friday AirPods rodeo — this is my third year focusing on Apple's headphone lineup, so I know what kind of prices you should be paying.
The good news is that I'm finding some of the lowest prices this year on AirPods. The AirPods Pro 2 are now just $153 at Amazon, with a $100 discount for their lowest price ever. Meanwhile, the AirPods Max are $399 at Amazon, with a $150 discount for another lowest price ever. The other AirPods want to get a piece of the Black Friday action as well — the AirPods 4 with ANC are $168 at Amazon, and the AirPods 4 can be found for $119 at Amazon with a $10 discount each.
I'm tracking all the best deals live below, so that you know all the best prices as soon as they go live. Want a different pair of headphones? I'm also tracking the best Black Friday headphones deals, so make sure you check those out to see what other options you can save money on.
Quick links
- AirPods 4: was $129 now $119 @ Amazon
- AirPods 4 with ANC: was $179 now $168 @ Amazon
- AirPods Pro 2: was $249 now $154 @ Walmart
- AirPods Pro 2: was $249 now $153 @ Amazon [LOWEST PRICE EVER!]
- AirPods Max: was $549 now $399 @ Amazon
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Which AirPods are best for me?
Working out which AirPods model you should buy comes down to more than just how much they cost. Of course, you'll want to check out the best AirPods to get the full low down on Apple's headphones and earbuds, but I'll go through the three main AirPods that you can buy right now.
AirPods 4
The AirPods 4 are the latest AirPods to join the fray, and they are for those looking to save some money. They are the core of the AirPods experience, with the magic connection, excellent interoperability with Apple devices and the clean, gloss-white aesthetic. They lack silicon ear tips for a more open fit, so if you don't like the way that most earbuds feel in your ear, you might like the less invasive feel of the AirPods 4. They have some premium features as well, such as Spatial Audio for Dolby Atmos when you go and listen to Apple Music. Sound is fine, with more bass than you'd expect and clear highs. Some might not like the emphasis on the top end. The biggest problem is the battery life — they'll only last you 5 hours on a charge. You do get 30 hours out of the charging case though. They cost $129, and recieved a 4 and a half in our AirPods 4 review.
AirPods 4 with ANC
These are mostly the same as the standard AirPods 4, although they come with some extra features. These are for those that don't want to spend the extra on the AirPods Pro 2, but also want the extra added bonus of active noise cancelling and other more premium features. In addition to all the other features of the AirPods 4, you also get the aforementioned ANC and a wireless charging case. I found the ANC to be surprisingly effective, especially considering how they fit. They have a $50 price premium over the AirPods 4.
AirPods Pro 2
These are the top-of-the-line earbuds that Apple builds, and they come with some great features for a price that's now not too unreasonable. This set of AirPods is for people who want the best wireless earbuds for Apple devices, thanks to their excellent interoperability between Apple devices. Unlike the AirPods 4, they have silicon ear tips for a better seal within the ear which improves the ANC. As a result, the ANC is amongst the very best. I've found it brilliant for blocking out the noise of busy office blocks, buses and train travel. The sound is good as well, with a neutral signature. Battery life is better than the AirPods 4, with 6 hours from the buds themselves. They cost $249, and they earned a 4 and a half stars in our AirPods Pro 2 review.
AirPods Max
There are currently two different versions of AirPods Max that you can buy, the USB-C version and the Lightning version. The only differences between the two models are the charging port and the color options.
The AirPods Max are Apple's over-ear headphones, and they look unlike anything else you'll see in the headphone space. These are the headphones for people who want the very best that Apple has to offer, with studio-quality sound, and the best Spatial Audio around. They have a very neutral sound signature, and they reveal bits of your music that you might never have heard before. They're plenty bassy too, with loads of low-end on offer. The Spatial Audio is what impresses me the most. I like to connect them to my Apple TV 4K, and watch my movies and TV shows in Dolby Atmos without disturbing the rest of the house. The case is unfortunately not great, and the battery life of 20 hours could be better, but they still managed to get a 4-star rating in our AirPods Max review. They cost $549.
LIVE: Latest Updates
We're kicking off our AirPods deals tracking with one of the biggest savings we've ever seen on the AirPods Pro 2 — there's currently a massive $100 saving for their new lowest price ever.
In fact, this sale price makes them even cheaper than the AirPods 4 in their ANC guise, making them a no-brainer this Black Friday.
AirPods Pro 2: was $249 now $153 @ Amazon
The AirPods Pro 2 aren't the only AirPods that have the lowest ever price at the moment — the AirPods Max have also recieved a massive discount for another lowest price ever. There's a $150 discount on Apple's over-ear headphones for a great deal this Black Friday.
You'll get stunning metal design, comfortable earcups and excellent sound quality out of your new AirPods Max — although it does have a Lightning port instead of a USB-C port.
AirPods Max: was $549 now $399 @ Amazon
Maybe you don't like the in-ear fit of the AirPods Pro 2 — in which case, you should be thinking about the AirPods 4. They don't have silicon ear tips, so they don't enter your ear quite as deeply as the more expensive Pro 2.
At the moment you'll find them with a $10 discount, bringing them down to their de facto lowest price ever.
AirPods 4: was $129 now $119 @ Amazon
There is one AirPods deal that you shouldn't go for at the moment. It's the AirPods 4 with ANC — while they're at their lowest price ever, they're still more expensive than the much better AirPods Pro 2.
It's a weird time to be an AirPods fan, that's for sure — but it does just go to show how good the deal on the AirPods Pro 2 actually is. Better ANC, better fit and superior sound. A no-brainer.
AirPods 4 with ANC: was $179 now $168 @ Amazon
The case which comes with the AirPods Max is not very good. It barely covers the most important parts of the headphones and leaves the more delicate bits open to the elements (EG: The inside of your bag). You'll want to find one of the best cases you can to keep things together.
I've browsed Amazon, and there are some great options to add a bit more protection to your AirPods Max.
TUNYINSH AirPods Max case: was $17 now $15 @ Amazon
GEVO Travel case for AirPods max: was $21 now $18 @ Amazon
If the AirPods Max aren't for you, then you might want to consider the also excellent Sony WH-1000XM5 are the next best thing. Well, some might call them better — and they're certainly cheaper. This Black Friday deal brings them down under $300 for a great deal.
You get a more comfortable pair of headphones with a much better case. I reckon they sound better too.
Sony WH-1000XM5: was $399 now $298 @ Amazon
The Beats are as close to AirPods as you can get without actually buying a pair of AirPods. They're made by Apple, and the Beats Studio Buds Plus are the firm's version of the AirPods Pro 2. There is currently a great deal price on the Studio Buds Plus, with a $40 discount.
You get solid noise canceling, great sound and a comfortable fit for the price. I love my pair — and you probably will too!
Beats Studio Buds Plus: was $169 now $129 @ Amazon
If you don't want to stretch over $100, then the Beats Studio Buds are a great option. They're coming in at $79 at the moment thanks to a $70 discount at Amazon.
They come equipped with some very solid noise canceling, and they sound pretty good too. Their case is a highlight though — it's a perfectly formed little pebble, and it fits perfectly into the pockets of my skinny jeans.
Beats Studio Buds: was $149 now $79 @ Amazon
How about another alternative to the AirPods Max — the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones have the best noise canceling around, and they've currently got a great sale in the Black Friday deals.
You can save $100 on the headphones at the moment, bringing them down to their lowest price ever. For the price you get something with better sound, better noise canceling, and an improved case over the AirPods Max.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones: was $429 now $329 @ Amazon
AirPods Pro 2 vs AirPods 4: What should you get?
Hey, it's Mark Spoonauer, global editor in chief for Tom's Guide. And I'm here to help you find the best AirPods Black Friday deals.
If you're confused about whether to buy the AirPods 4 or the AirPods Pro 2, we don't blame you. The AirPods 4 are newer and some may prefer their open-ear design. Apple says that they were designed by mapping and analyzing thousands of ear shapes. You also get active noise cancellation, voice isolation during calls and Spatial Audio.
However, we prefer the AirPods Pro 2 for a few reasons. You get longer battery life at 6 hours vs 4 hours for the AirPods 4 with ANC. And the silicon tips create a better seal in your ears, which makes the noise cancellation more effective. With the AirPods Pro 2 currently costing less than the AirPods 4, this is a no-brainer to me. But a bigger price drop on the AirPods 4 could make things more interesting.
- AirPods Pro 2: was $249 now $153 @ Amazon
- AirPods 4 (with ANC): was $179 now $168 @ Amazon
