Best AirPods Deals: Save Up to $45 on Beats, AirPods 2 and AirPods Max

$200 at Best Buy

AirPods Pro (2nd gen, USB-C): $200

Save $50 on certified-refurbished model

Apple has been in the wireless-earbuds market for a long time, so it’s no surprise that it makes some of the best earbuds (and over-ear headphones) on the market. But that also means those products are quite expensive, especially since Apple is known for its premium pricing. Luckily, there are quite a few deals to take advantage of, and we’ve collected some of our favorites below.

Scroll down to check out all of the best prices we could find across all of the major retailers. We’ll also update this page as deals come and go, so check back often for the best AirPods prices at any given time. Don’t see something you like? Our collection of the best headphone deals should have something for everyone.

Apple AirPods pricing 2023

ModelApple Store priceBest price right nowBest all-time price AirPods 2 $129$90$79AirPods 3 $169$159$140AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) $249$235$190AirPods Max $549$530$389

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Other than some minor upgrades and a different charging port, the original AirPods Pro 2 with the Lightning charging port are identical to the new USB-C version. They’re equipped with Apple’s advanced H2 processor and boast seriously impressive noise-canceling capabilities.

Read our AirPods Pro 2 review.

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Alas, for those of you who bought the original Beats Studio Buds, I’m sorry to report that these new Plus buds are significantly improved, with better sound, noise canceling and battery life. Additionally, they now deliver top-notch voice-calling performance.

The transparent version is getting a lot of attention. (Who doesn’t like transparent electronics?) But the big changes are on the inside. Beats says 95% of the components are new and improved, and the buds”http://www.cnet.com/”acoustic architecture” has been revised. The speaker drivers remain the same, but the Studio Buds Plus are powered by a new, more powerful custom chipset and have three new microphones in each bud, which are three times larger and more sensitive than the ones found in the Beats Studio Buds. This deal comes with two free years of AppleCare Plus rather than a discount on the earbuds themselves.

Read our Beats Studio Buds Plus review.

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The Beats Fit Pro are built on the same tech platform as the AirPods Pro. Unlike Beats’ earlier and less expensive Studio Buds, these include Apple’s H1 chip and have most of the features of the original AirPods Pro, including active noise canceling, spatial audio and Adaptive EQ. I’d venture to call them the sports AirPods you’ve always wanted. For some people, they might just be better than the AirPods Pro.

Order now and you’ll get a $25 Amazon Gift Card included for free.

Read our Beats Fit Pro review.

Which AirPods are right for you?

Apple’s wireless audio lineup now includes five models of AirPods, and choosing the right set will depend on the features you care about and the price you are willing to pay. The second-gen AirPods from 2019 are the least expensive option, while the current, third-gen AirPods boast better sound quality with spatial audio. Meanwhile, the AirPods Pro 2, which have active noise cancellation and transparency modes, are Apple’s most advanced earbuds to date and the first to feature Apple’s new H2 chip. The plush AirPods Max, by far the priciest of the bunch, are Apple’s over-ear headphones and come packed with high-end features, though no H2 chip.

Along with Apple-branded AirPods, there are some Beats-branded earbuds worth considering that also incorporate Apple-made tech for a similarly smooth experience. These include the Beats Fit Pro, which uses Apple’s H1 chip for fast, reliable connections and a sporty design for jamming out while running or otherwise being active. The Beats Studio Buds lack the H1 chip and the AirPods’ stem, but they are lightweight, comfortable and affordable. Similarly, the updated Beats Studio Buds Plus doesn’t have an H1 chip but does have one-tap pairing with Apple (and Android) devices plus Find My support.

Except for the baseline AirPods 2, all the AirPods listed above (plus the Beats models) are compatible with Apple’s spatial audio features. None of them will deliver the maximum quality of Apple’s lossless audio format, which is too rich for the current Bluetooth wireless standard to handle.

Watch this: AirPods Pro 2 Review: Hard to Beat for Apple Users

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