Apple AirPods Pro 2 Lightning
Score: 86/100
Google Pixel Buds 2a with ANC
Score: 86/100Rankings
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with Lightning/USB-C case combine strong ANC, adaptive transparency, and quick-charge capability in a premium Apple ecosystem. The case is heavier and the earbuds are bulkier, and features are limited to Apple devices. Suited for iOS users who want fast charging and top ANC.
Google Pixel Buds 2a are compact true-wireless earbuds offering strong ANC and a long 27-hour total battery life. The trade-off is reduced audio detail at high volume and limited iOS functionality. Best for Android users who value comfort, quick charging and sweat resistance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6 hours | 10 hoursbest | |
30 hoursbest | 27 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 5 minutesbest | 5 minutesbest |
| ↓ lower better | 56.1 g | 52.3 gbest |
— | 11 mmbest | |
— | 2best | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (Earbuds) (hours) | 6 hours | 10 hours |
Battery Life (With Case) (hours) | 30 hours | 27 hours |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.4 |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Total Weight (including case) (g) | 56.1 g | 52.3 g |
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Professional reviewers commend the AirPods Pro 2 for delivering the best-in-class noise cancellation, richer sound thanks to the H2 chip, and practical upgrades such as swipe volume control and a USB-C MagSafe case. They also highlight the extended 30-hour battery life, Vision Pro lossless audio support, and IP54 rating as significant improvements over the previous generation, positioning the earbuds as the premium option in Apple's lineup.
Everyday users repeatedly praise the effortless pairing, strong ANC for travel and commuting, and the secure fit provided by the extra-small ear tips, calling the experience transformative for Apple owners. Common complaints revolve around occasional Bluetooth drop-outs in crowded places, the case attracting fingerprints, and the bulkier feel compared with non-Pro AirPods.
Professional reviewers praise the Pixel Buds 2a for their exceptionally comfortable, secure fit and clear low-mid sound signature, while noting the clever twist stabilizer eliminates stem-related issues. However, they caution that the earbuds lose some audio detail at high volumes and that full feature parity is limited to Android devices.
Search results did not surface direct consumer reviews, indicating a lack of widely reported praise or complaints.
