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 Pro 2

The review signal is high relative to the usual price. Prioritise deals and refurbished options. Target price: $237.

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Earbuds

Best valueH2 / ANC

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

Critic score84

Value signal100

Price$249

Release age3y 8m old

User score8.4

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Consensus

84/100

Release age

3y 8m old

Value signal

100/100