Apple

AirPods 4

Apple AirPods 4

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Sentiment score63% positive
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Last updated: Aug 8, 2026

Reddit Reviews

Reddit IconAbateka
12 months ago

I using airpods gen 4 non anc. I can say its okay but im planning to buy sony linksbuds S. so i can use easily for multiple devices connected

Reddit Icondmaterialized
8 months ago

The pro 2s didn’t fit me at all but both the pro 3s and the regular 4s are very comfortable. The pro 3s are the best headphones I’ve ever owned.

Reddit IconGeneral_Task_7509
12 months ago

I got without anc and they are great

Reddit IconIcy_Guide5251
12 months ago

I just got the ones without noise cancellation and I don't understand why some people are against of if. My friend has the ones with ANC and it's just something i don't need. If you don't need it then why bother overpaying? The sound is no different, so if you've used earphones without ANC in the past and never considered it an issue then it won't be now as well. You'd have to try both

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10 months ago

The AirPods 4 ANC are $118 and the ones without ANC are $99. You can not beat that, do yourself a favor and get either but I suggest the ANC for less than $20 more. The AirPods 4 are very underrated and you will not regret them. I have 6 pairs of premium earbuds including the AirPods Pro 3 but I always come back to the 4. They are that awesome

10 months ago

I have both cheap and expensive earbuds. Not gonna lie there are brands that have very good earbuds at a low price . TOZO for example have great quality earbuds that are usually in the $20-$30 range. I use these exclusively for work. I work outside and exposed to the elements. If something happens to them it’s no big deal. Now for the expensive, I do run everday and I need quality earbuds that will stay on so I have the Beats Fit Pro and the OG Powerbeats Pro. These aren’t going anywhere and the sound quality is great. AirPods Pro 2 if I’m goi my on a road trip. I need top quality ANC, no exceptions when I’m traveling. Also I always buy refurbished, my Volt Yellow Beats fit cost me $122 in “like new” condition and they came in the original box and were like new. My AirPods cost me $120 from the Walmart website flash sale(also refurbished) I save tons of money buying refurbished. They also come with warranty. My Bose QC headphones cost me $130 “like new” from the original price of $360. Give TOZO a shot, they will surprise you and always buy refurbished to save yourself a lot of money

Reddit IconKkimbro
3 months ago

I have Small ears, I’ll get right to it, Apple AirPods 4 with ANC. Don't get the plain Airpods 4 the base 4 has no noise canceling and you will hate it. My AP4ANC is so good and it's designed to properly phase out all but the loudest of sounds when paired with an iPhone. And it doesn't go in your ear like standard earbuds. Apple got it right on that one. I recommend buying Proof Labs Grip Tips for AP4 small and large to maintain AP so it does not slip out when out and about.

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