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 (USB-C)

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 chip / ANC / Spatial Audio

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

Critic score88

Value signal100

Price$249

Release age2y 9m old

User score8.7

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Consensus

88/100

Release age

2y 9m old

Value signal

100/100