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“I want AirPods” they say, stroking their chins.

“But I’m not sure which AirPods I should choose.”

AirPods 4 vs AirPods Pro 2 with deal tag

They each have their own positives and negatives, and crucially, price points.

But which should you be laying down the cash for over Black Friday?

That’s their lowest price ever!

Apple AirPods Pro 2

If that doesn’t convince you, let’s break it down.

You might not get the most premium features, but you’ll pay the least overall.

These prices highlight somethingbizarreabout Apple’s pricing onAmazonat the moment, though.

Apple AirPods 4 (no ANC)

This sale price brings them below the AirPods 4 with ANC.

This $100 discount is the biggest they’ve ever seen.

If you’re looking for the cheapest AirPods around at the moment, you should be looking at these.

AirPods Pro 2 in hand

The ANC version are currently more than the AirPods Pro 2, so they shouldn’t be considered.

The specs

The table is, as they say, very telling.

Some people do prefer it though, so it might be worth the extra in that case.

Apple AirPods 4 Wireless…

As for the AirPods 4 without ANC, things get a little trickier at the moment.

I’d say go for the AirPods Pro 2.

The moment you get them in your ears and noise canceling kicks in, you’ll be happy.

Apple AirPods 4 True wireless…

About the buds

There’s more to AirPods than just their specs, of course.

Let me give you a quick breakdown of their key features.

Let’s start with the AirPods Pro 2.

Powerbeats Pro 2 vs. AirPods Pro 2

OurAirPods Pro 2 reviewgave them a 4.5 stars, and we loved their Spatial Audio and sound quality.

The AirPods 4 with ANC are the latest mid-range buds from Apple, and they replace the AirPods 3.

They pack in Spatial Audio, wireless charging, and Find My support.

A side-by-side of the AirPods 4 vs Bose QC Earbuds

Finally, the ANC-less version ditch some of the more premium features for a cheaper price.

They do get Spatial Audio though, which is a nice bonus.

Which buds?

Sony WF-1000XM5

AirPods Pro 2 in charging case

AirPods 4 seen in case with a Tom�s Guide Killer Deal sticker

AirPods 4 on a wooden table with the Amazon Spring Sale Deals badge

Bose and Sony headphones deal

Marshall Monitor III over-ear headphones

Beats Cables

AirPods Max USB-C

Sennheiser Accentum Open

Rega Planar 1 Plus

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Samsung The Frame TV deal

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