I found the best Apple AirPods deals to shop right now, starting from $99
Apple AirPods Pro 2 With USB-C
I've tried every other pair of popular earbuds out there, and nothing comes close to the AirPods Pro 2. The active noise cancellation is unmatched, and the sound quality offered by Apple's Spatial Audio tech is just as immersive as it is rich. This $80 discount makes that whole listening experience even better. Read our review
Apple AirPods 4
At the opposite end of the spectrum, Apple's new AirPods 4 offer many of the same features as the Pro versions of the earbuds for far less. My colleague and our senior tech editor Mike Andronico adored these from his hands-on experience. Right now, they're also matching the all-time low price at $100. Read our review
Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation
Between the baseline AirPods 4 and the AirPods Pro 2, this pair of upgraded earbuds comes with added active noise cancellation tech. I recommend taking advantage of this deal if you don't particularly care about the silicone ear tips offered by the Pro series. Read our review
Apple AirPods Max With USB-C
AirPods Max have been a favorite of mine for half a decade. The new and improved version brings USB-C into the mix for the first time. These may have recently lost their accolade for the best over-the-ear Apple headphones, but I still believe they deserve the title. The price may be steep, but you won't find a better-sounding pair. Today's discount takes as much as $69 off to help. Read our review If you've been searching for the best way to save on a new pair of AirPods, today's deals have you covered regardless of how much you're hoping to spend or which features matter most. Everything from Apple's most affordable true wireless earbuds to its flagship over-ear headphones is included in the savings.
Today's sale combines a great variety of AirPods along with some of the best discounts ever. All three of the true wireless AirPods are down to the best offers of the year, while the over-ear AirPods Max are within $1 of its best-ever discount.
Our senior deals editor Rikka Altland spotted the price drop this morning while searching for the best finds of the week. She has worked in service journalism for nearly a decade and is an expert at deal hunting and price-history analysis. Altland also regularly reviews tech for a living, frequently collaborating with CNN Underscored's team of testing experts.
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