Save 30% Off the AirPods Pro for Valentine's Day: Still Apple's Best Noise Cancelling Earbuds

This Valentine's Day, Amazon offers the second-generation Apple AirPods Pro wireless noise-canceling earbuds for just $169.99 with free shipping—a 32% discount and the year's best price so far. While the new AirPods 4 are also on sale (the standard model is $99.99, the noise-canceling version $148.99), the AirPods Pro remain superior, boasting better sound and noise cancellation.

Apple AirPods Pro for $169.99

### Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C

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The AirPods Pro deliver the best audio experience for iPhone users among truly wireless earbuds. This is due to their passively isolating in-ear design, excellent active noise cancellation, low-distortion driver and amplifier, and the Apple H2 chip. They also feature Adaptive Transparency Mode for enhanced situational awareness and Conversation Mode for clearer voice pickup during conversations. The second-generation model upgrades to a more versatile USB-C charging port and includes a MagSafe charging case.

AirPods Pro vs. AirPods 4 with ANC: Which Should You Choose?

The AirPods Pro's superior audio quality justifies its $70 higher retail price compared to the AirPods 4 with ANC. Both offer active noise cancellation, but the AirPods Pro provides superior sound and noise reduction thanks to its design. The AirPods 4 ANC, with its open-ear design and non-adjustable tips, allows for significant sound leakage and ambient noise.

Conversely, the AirPods Pro's in-ear design creates a superior seal, passively blocking external noise. Adjustable ear tips ensure a proper fit, maximizing performance. The only compelling reason to opt for the AirPods 4 ANC at this price point is a preference against in-ear earbuds.

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