Save 30% Off the AirPods Pro for Valentine's Day: Still Apple's Best Noise Cancelling Earbuds

This Valentine's Day, Amazon offers the second-generation Apple AirPods Pro wireless noise-canceling earbuds for just $169.99 with free shipping—a 32% discount and the year's best price so far. While the new AirPods 4 earbuds are also on sale (the standard model is $99.99, and the noise-canceling version is $148.99), the AirPods Pro remain superior, boasting better sound quality and noise cancellation.

Apple AirPods Pro: $169.99

Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C

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For iPhone users, the AirPods Pro delivers the best "truly wireless" audio experience. Its in-ear design provides passive noise isolation, complemented by excellent active noise cancellation, a low-distortion driver and amplifier, and the Apple H2 chip. Features like Adaptive Transparency Mode (for enhanced ambient sound awareness) and Conversation Mode (for improved voice clarity during conversations) add further value. The second-generation model upgrades to a more versatile USB-C port and includes a MagSafe charging case.

AirPods Pro vs. AirPods 4 with ANC: Which Should You Choose?

The AirPods Pro's superior audio quality justifies its $70 higher price tag compared to the AirPods 4 ANC. Both offer active noise cancellation, but the AirPods Pro excels with superior sound and more effective noise reduction due to its design. The AirPods 4 ANC uses an open-ear design with non-adjustable tips, leading to sound leakage and less effective noise isolation.

In contrast, the AirPods Pro's in-ear design creates a better seal, passively blocking ambient noise. Adjustable ear tips ensure a proper fit, maximizing performance. The only compelling reason to opt for the AirPods 4 ANC at this price point is a preference against in-ear earbuds.

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