Verdict: Comfortable open-fit AirPods with noise cancelling for iPhone users who dislike ear tips. They’ve been succeeded by AirPods 5 (September 2026), so they’re mainly worth it at a discount.
Good for
- iPhone users who find silicone ear tips uncomfortable
- Everyday noise cancelling and Adaptive Audio in an open fit
- Losing things: the case has a speaker for Find My
Skip it if
- You want the strongest ANC or longest battery; see AirPods Pro 3
- You use Android: most features need an iPhone
- You want the newest model: AirPods 5 have stronger open-ear ANC
Key specs
| Chip | Apple H2 |
|---|---|
| Battery | Up to 5 hours per charge (4 with ANC); up to 30 hours with the case (20 with ANC) |
| Noise control | Active Noise Cancellation, Transparency and Adaptive Audio |
| Durability | IP54 |
| Case | USB-C with speaker; Qi wireless charging |
| Released | 2024 |
How it compares
- Apple AirPods 5: the 2026 successor, with stronger open-ear ANC
- Apple AirPods Pro 3: sealed fit, much stronger ANC, heart-rate sensor
Featured in: Best wireless earbuds under $150 (2026)
Specs come from the manufacturer’s published specifications (Apple AirPods 4 (ANC) tech specs); iTech Level has not tested this product hands-on. How we choose products.
