Buying lab

Compare headphones before you buy.

Line up review signal, value, release age, audio tech, and buyer fit across up to four products.

Best blended pick

Apple AirPods Max 2

The review signal is high relative to the usual price. Prioritise deals and refurbished options. Target price: $522.

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Best valueApple H2

The review signal is high relative to the usual price. Prioritise deals and refurbished options.

Critic score87

Value signal100

Price$549

Release age2 months old

User score8.4

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Consensus

87/100

Release age

2 months old

Value signal

100/100