Apple AirPods Pro
Score: 77/100
Apple AirPods 4
Score: 78/100Rankings
The AirPods 4 deliver solid sound, excellent integration with Apple devices, and a comfortable fit, but they lack ANC and wireless charging. They are best suited for users deep in the Apple ecosystem who value spatial audio and fast charging.
Apple AirPods Pro deliver industry-leading active noise cancellation, spatial audio, and tight integration with iOS devices. They offer a comfortable fit, good call quality, and solid battery life, though the price is high and the battery cannot be replaced.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
4.5 hours | 5 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 5.4 gbest | 118 g |
12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(1) | ||
Active Noise Cancellation | true | false |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 5.4 g | 118 g |
IP Rating | IPX4 | IP54 |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 4.5 hours | 5 hours |
Charging Port Type | Lightning, Qi, MagSafe | USB-C |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consistently praise the AirPods Pro for delivering Apple's best-in-class noise cancellation, a refined ergonomic design, and longer battery life in the second generation.
Everyday users love the seamless pairing, comfortable fit, and the immersive spatial audio experience, while noting the lack of EQ controls, occasional fit discomfort, and the high price.
Professional reviewers praise the sound quality that rivals the AirPods Pro, the comfort of the new contour, and the H2 chip's computational audio, while noting the missing ANC and limited appeal for non-Apple users.
Everyday users love the richer bass, clear call quality, secure fit during workouts, and immersive Spatial Audio, but complain about the lack of ANC, no wireless charging, and case durability.
“The bass is amazing - I never knew standard AirPods could sound this good.”
“Calls are crystal clear, even on windy streets.”
“They stay in my ears during workouts - no more falling out!”
