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 (base model: $99.99, noise-canceling: $148.99) are also on sale, the AirPods Pro remain superior, boasting better sound and noise cancellation.

Apple AirPods Pro for $169.99

Apple AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C)

• $249.00 (save 32%) $169.99 at Amazon
• $249.00 (save 32%) $169.99 at Best Buy

iPhone users will appreciate the AirPods Pro's exceptional audio quality. Its in-ear design, combined with active noise cancellation, a low-distortion driver and amplifier, and the Apple H2 chip, delivers a superior listening experience. Features like Adaptive Transparency Mode (enhanced ambient sound awareness) and Conversation Mode (voice amplification) add further convenience. The second-generation model upgrades to a more versatile USB-C charging port and includes a MagSafe charging case.

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

The AirPods Pro's $70 premium over the AirPods 4 (ANC) is justified by its superior performance. Both offer active noise cancellation, but the AirPods Pro excels in sound quality and noise reduction due to its design. The AirPods 4 (ANC), with its open-ear design and non-adjustable tips, allows for significant sound leakage and ambient noise intrusion.

In contrast, the AirPods Pro's in-ear design provides passive noise isolation, effectively sealing out external sounds. Adjustable ear tips ensure a proper seal for optimal 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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