If you know where to look, there are often great discounts available on Apple’s ever-popular AirPods. Since Apple launched the third-generation AirPods towards the end of 2021, we’ve seen the entry-level second-generation starting price slowly drop to around $100. And now that you can buy the second-generation AirPods Pro at most retailers, we’re seeing even better discounts on the last generation Pro and other models. Even other Apple earbuds, including the fitness-focused Beats Fit Pro, are now on sale for as low as $144.95 ($55 off).
Below, we’ve put together the best deals currently available on each model, including the entry-level AirPods, the AirPods Pro, the third-generation AirPods, and the AirPods Max.
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The best deals on entry-level AirPods (2nd generation).
In 2021, Apple lowered the list price of the second-generation AirPods — now the entry-level model — from $159 to $129. However, it now only sells the model with a wired charging case, which charges via a standard Lightning cable. Despite their age, we found that the easy-to-use second-generation AirPods still offer great wireless performance and reliable battery life, making them a great choice if you can live without a wireless charging case.
We’ve seen Apple’s most affordable earbuds drop to just $79.99, but right now they’re only available for around $99 ($30 off) at Amazon, walmartAnd Best Buy. Alternatively, if you prefer the model with the wireless charging case, they are available from Adorama for $139.99 ($20 off).
The best deals on AirPods (3rd generation).
With support for the company’s MagSafe technology and an asking price of $179, Apple’s third-generation AirPods are often considered the middle child in Apple’s current AirPods lineup. The shorter stems also make for a more subtle design, while improved sound and features like sweat and water resistance, support for spatial audio with dynamic head tracking, and improved battery life make them a nice improvement over the last-generation model.
Back in September, Apple quietly introduced a new, slightly cheaper option for the third-generation AirPods that comes with a Lightning-only charging case. They cost just $10 less than the option with a MagSafe charging case Amazon, Best BuyAnd walmart. However, given the subtle price difference, we’d recommend getting the MagSafe-compatible model, especially since it’s on sale through May 7 for Costco Members for $139.99 ($39 off). Non-members can also pick them up at a discount, albeit for $146.99 after a 5 percent surcharge. If you prefer a different retailer, you can also buy the MagSafe model Sam’s club for $169.98 (if you’re a member) or B&H’s photo for $174.95.
The best AirPods Pro deals
In case you missed it, Apple announced the second-generation AirPods Pro at its “Far Out” event in September, a pair of earbuds with a similar construction to the first-generation model, but with better noise cancellation. They also have swipe controls, come with Apple’s new H2 chip, and have an extra small pair of interchangeable silicone tips for smaller ears. They typically sell for $249, but right now they’re matching their all-time low of $199.99 at Amazon, walmart, VerizonAnd Costco (for members). Do you live near one Microcenter, you can also pick them up in store for $189.99. Read our review.
The first-generation AirPods Pro are also still on sale, and sometimes much cheaper than the second-generation model. They have better sound quality than the non-premium models mentioned above, as well as active noise cancellation. They also come with interchangeable silicone tips – albeit three, not four – and support Apple’s Spatial Audio feature, which adds an immersive surround sound effect to selected content.
In late 2021, Apple launched a new configuration of the first-generation AirPods Pro with a wireless charging case that supports Apple’s MagSafe technology, just like the third-generation AirPods. They used to retail for $249, but they’re now available for $199 at Amazon And B&H’s photo. That’s a far cry from their all-time low of $129.99 and their typical retail price of around $159. That’s why we recommend getting the second-generation AirPods Pro while they’re on sale or waiting for the first-generation model to go on sale. drops in price.
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The best AirPods Max deals
The AirPods Max are not the iconic in-ears that have become synonymous with the AirPods name. They are large and luxurious, made of aluminum, steel and mesh fabric that remain comfortable during extended listening sessions. They also offer excellent noise cancellation, Apple’s spatial audio feature, and wide, balanced sound, even if they lag behind some of their peers when it comes to bass response. They’re not the best noise-canceling headphones for most people — blame the $550 sticker price — but it’s hard to find a pair of Bluetooth headphones that sound better and have more intuitive controls.
While Woot and other retailers have reduced the AirPods Max to just $409 in the past, prices have since gone up across the board. At the moment, for example, the Max only receive a moderate discount Amazon, Best BuyAnd Costco (members only), where you can pick them up in all five colors for $479.99 ($69 off). Do you live near one Microcenteryou can also buy them for $469.99 ($79 off) in select colors.
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