Apple - AirPods Pro 2

same here, couldn't get a good fit with any of the tips. I'm not sure I have a deformed head, but it also crackled a lot (probably the foam expanding/contracting) when I talked with it, which was truly annoying. Never had that with any of the previous versions, so sticking with my Pro 2 for the time being...

can confirm: got Pro 2 V5.3 HR+ from Jenny, ANC is OKish with music ON, but non-existant without

I have the same problem, I’ve found that the AirPods with the rubber tips help a lot with grip - the normal AirPods fall right out of my ears lol. I usually use my big Bose headphones but if I need small earbuds, AirPods for sure

Because everyone else cant do it, Airpods Pro. 2 or 3. Only comfortable, properly sized case, proper buttons and well tuned form factor. AZ80's case is awful and tap buttons are insufferable for the tapping noise and inability to be comfortable laying down with them and they'll pause music randomly Galaxy Buds 3 pro have awful tuning and ANC is cheeks compared to airpods. I have both. If you're going to pay money to inconvenience yourself, At least get a moondrop space travel cause their anc beats these for me.  Also make.sure to never attsch the airpods to an apple phone cause they'll update and degrade as planned

Having owned both, the air pod pro 3 have insane ANC whereas the pro 2 have better noise transparency.

I have the Pixel Buds Pro 2, the original Pixel Buds Pro, AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Max, and Sony WF1000XM4s. The best phone call device I have though is the Ray Ban Metas. They are incredible.

I've owned the AirPods Pro 2 for 1.5 years. The comfort of in-ears isn't generally the best. And I don't want to have to first press foam and then put them in my ear. It just takes too long when a call comes in. Also, I've always struggled with the left earbud. It just doesn't stay in place, no matter what I do. Unless I use foam or wings. So, without great expectations, I wanted to try the AirPods 4 :). I wouldn't have thought they would be this good. They pleasantly surprised me in every respect. Transparency: The transparent mode is perfect. You really don't notice that you have AirPods in your ear. The clarity is very real thanks to the open design. Your own voice doesn't sound muffled, but also real, without compromise. It's simply perfect for conversations or phone calls. ANC: The ANC mode loses a lot of its effectiveness when cycling. The wind blows through extremely strongly. It's at a different frequency, but it still comes through. The AirPods Pro 2 are the winners here. ANC: On the train and at home, the AirPods 4 are equally good, as in these situations, there are usually no volume levels that the AirPods 4 couldn't handle. On the street with a moving car, the ANC of the Pro is slightly better. But even here, extreme volumes aren't usually expected. In general, it can be said that high tones come through sooner than with the AirPods Pro 2. Comfort (holding is subjective): The AirPods 4 fit perfectly when running and doing strength training. The AirPods Pro always slip out after 1-2 minutes of use on the left side (for me). I'm still trying to find a solution for this. One that doesn't involve fiddling with the foam. I can use the AirPods 4 for low-impact sports. However, for HIIT workouts, I still need wings for safety. I think everyone will be fine. But strength training and charging are no problem at all. Sound: The AirPods Pro clearly outperform in bass. The rest of the sound (mids and highs) are slightly better with the AirPods 4, however. Interestingly, with Wings, they're just as strong. Overall, they sounded even better. Conclusion: The AirPods 4 clearly outperform in transparent mode and comfort. The ANC is better with the Pros in situations like airplanes, airports, train stations, and generally above approximately 30 dB for high-frequency sounds coming from outside. I do miss the bass a bit, but the clarity is great. Although I have to say that the bass in the Pro 2 starts to give me headaches after a while. Now I have to decide. Do I keep both and use the Pro only for cycling and flying? For trains, walks, running, or wherever I might need to have a conversation, should I use the AirPods 4? I'm planning on using only a pair. However, I cycle frequently. Apple has managed to create a second pair of AirPods that do exactly what the AirPods Pro 2 don't do better, but on the other hand, compromises have to be made with the ANC. I'm looking forward to hearing about your experiences :)

As someone who owns both, I can’t tell you the last time I grabbed my Maxes. For me, the Pros are much more compact and convenient, the Maxes however are more stable, and arguably better for travelling on planes etc, I will also say that the sound is better on the Maxes (louder and bassier but I believe the Pro 2 offer more detail). The Maxes are almost a fashion trend too. Overall, what I’m trying to say is, if using them for gym is a big thing, don’t get the Maxes. If you commute LOADS, you could potentially see the benefit in getting the Maxes

I was gonna wait too, but i just bought the APP2 on sale for like 175, honestly the upgrade it worth it and it’ll probably last just as long as my pros 1 did

my airpods pro2 were spectacular and I beat them up good and they survived a few years with amazing performance/battery life. decided to hand them down to my daughter and buy pro3, and that was a mistake, i wish I would have bought another set of pro2’s for almost half the price.

If you are on an Apple phone, give AirPod pros a try. First, and most importantly for you, nobody is mentioning AppleCare. $15 a year and they will replace them every time they fail, or even if you lose one. Even in your hard use case. If you are not on an Apple phone, you may still want to give them a try just because of the AppleCare. I don’t know, but I hear they’re kind of a pain in the ass in other ecosystems. The rest of my thoughts. They are my favorite pair of earbuds, because of features they offer that make them a GREAT complete package. For instance, automatically pausing playback when I take them out of my ear. The spatial audio is decent, and the volume adjustment for noise is very very good, I never even notice it happening. I like that I can nod my head to answer a call, it’s useful. Things like that make them all around winners for me. I know some of these things are available on other earbuds, but they just work better on the apples. The noise canceling is much better than anything else I’ve tried, although I hear that Sony is better. And it is supposed to be even better on the 3s, but I haven’t tried those. I have had a couple of pairs of ear pods that have significantly better sound, and I have had lots and lots that have significantly worse sound. In that aspect, they are an B plus.

I've recently been using the Airpod Pros as my go-to walking around earbuds. The sound is great and the noise cancelling is also phenomenal, but I've been recently getting distracted with them. I struggle with streaks of dissociation, and even in the "Transparent" modes I get too lost with music playing. I'm not sure if it's the way that they plug my ears or whatnot, but I used to rock the WF-1000XM3s and I always felt present (even with noise canceling). Am I bugging or is this a real phenomenon? Are there other earbuds (or maybe super portable headphones) that would make me feel a little more present?

Yeah I’m returning my 3s and buying another set of 2s. Extremely disappointed with the size and fit.

Air pods pros are your choice if you want a Bluetooth, with a good use for everything, if it's within your price range. Although I hate apple I must admit this.

Works great. You can turn off the noise canceling with a finger press.

Exactly the case. Everyone should try airpod pro 2 first and if the tips don’t fit just return it for 4

AirPod Pros are slightly above average at best. As mentioned, their integration with other Apple Devices is what makes them amazing. Musically they're good but there are many that are miles better that cost way less too.

The Pros have better ANC and sound because of the tight seal. However I prefer the 4s because i don’t like the silicone tips on the pros.

Came from the 2s to the 3s and i love them, more punch and bass. Also clearer Vocals and Instruments, the airpods pro 2 were really muffeld in sound. Also the 3 sits very good in my ears and have a very nice seal, so anc is even better and also transparency mode works slightly better. I couldnt get the Airpods pro 2 to really fit 100 % in my ears, they always came a little bit losse when walking or working out.

The ANC and features on the AirPods are going to be the best.. especially if you have an iPhone. The sound quality is good, but nothing to brag about. In that price range you ou could also get Sony XM5s as they sound amazing and have amazing ANC

Pro 2 are fucking awesome I just have it and I love them. If you put a good EQ in Spotify in sounds even better

Daily-driver buds are all about convenience: something you can throw in a pocket, pop in for calls, gym sessions, or a grocery run, and forget they’re there until you need them. Below are a few models suggestion from my end that tend to rise to the top of tech-forum polls: **1.** **Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)** • Seamless iOS integration, reliable ANC/transparency, and the tiny case make them a no-brainer for iPhone users. • Mic performance is consistently strong for FaceTime or work calls. **2.** **Sony WF-1000XM5** • Class-leading active noise cancellation, customizable EQ, and multipoint Bluetooth. • If you commute on loud trains or value audiophile-grade tuning, these are tough to beat. **3.** **Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro** • Automatic device switching within the Samsung ecosystem, 24-bit audio with supported Galaxy phones, and comfy oval design. • Very pocket-friendly case compared with other premium ANC buds. **4.** **Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds** • The best passive fit + ANC combo on the market; they turn coffee shops into libraries. • Bose’s “Immersive Audio” spatial mode can add a bit of fun for Netflix on the couch. **5.** **Jabra Elite 8 Active** • Rugged IP68 rating and strong ear-lock fit make them ideal gym or outdoor companions. • Jabra’s multi-point lets you jump from laptop to phone without menu diving. **6.** **Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3** • Spacious, hi-fi soundstage and aptX Adaptive codec for Android users. • Case is a little thicker, but battery life compensates. **7.** **Cleer ARC II (open-ear)** • For anyone who dislikes having tips jammed in their ear canal all day, Cleer’s ARC series uses an open-ear “air-conduction” design. You hear your surroundings naturally while still getting surprisingly full mids and highs for music or podcasts. Perfect if you bounce between office chats, street traffic, and quick playlists without wanting total isolation. **Quick decision filter** • iPhone heavy user ? AirPods Pro (ease of use) • Loud commute / flights ? Sony WF-1000XM5 or Bose QC Ultra • Android hi-res listener ? Sennheiser MTW3 • Rugged workouts ? Jabra Elite 8 Active • Need situational awareness ? Cleer ARC II