UPDATE: Oct. 10, 2023, 3:52 p.m. EDT This story has been updated with the latest pricing and availability on AirPods for Prime Day 2.
Prime Day deals on Apple AirPods have arrived. Check out our top picks:
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The Amazon Prime Big Deal Days event has arrived, offering up some of the best AirPods deals we'll see until Black Friday sales land next month.
This is a great opportunity to buy yourself something nice or get an early start on shopping for the upcoming holiday season. Prime Day is historically one of the best times of the year to score cheap Apple products, and the Prime Day Apple AirPods discounts we're seeing are no exception.
Whether you're interested in spending under $100 or want a deal on the notoriously pricey AirPods Max, here's how to shop the best Apple AirPods deals this Prime Day. We'll keep track of the best Apple deals (including AirPods) at Amazon, Best Buy, Target, and Walmart, so check back often if you're looking to save.
Best Airpods (2nd Gen) deal
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Why we like it
With up to 24 hours of battery life, the Apple AirPods (2nd gen) are still a solid pick if you're shopping for earbuds from Apple. The Airpods (2nd Gen) connect immediately once they're in your ears and they automatically pause when you remove them. They also come with voice-activated Siri access and set-up takes just seconds, involving one single tap.
Apple AirPods (2nd gen)
Apple AirPods (2nd gen) with lightning charging case — $89
$129at Walmart (save $40)Apple AirPods (2nd gen) with lightning charging case — $89.99
$129at Target (save $40)
Best AirPods (3rd Gen) deal
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Why we like it
If you're looking for the latest model of AirPods, you can grab the 3rd gen model on sale at Amazon. With the included charging case, you're looking at up to 30 hours of listening time before this pair needs more juice. The AirPods themselves and the charging case are sweat- and water-resistant so you can wear them to the gym or in a downpour without risking damage. You can also set up Siri to be your personal assistant by having her read your notifications through the AirPods. Keep in mind the third-generation AirPods lack noise cancellation.
Apple AirPods (3rd gen)
Apple AirPods (3rd gen) — $149.99
$169at Walmart (save $19.01)
Best AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) deal
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Why we like it
The AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) with active noise cancellation are on sale for $189 at Amazon — and $60 off is the lowest price we've ever seen on Amazon. Offering two times more active noise cancellation than the first gen of the AirPods Pro, the second gen are a great way to get through your daily commute or drown out neighbors you'd rather not hear. The Pro (2nd Gen) also come with a set of four silicone tips (sizes extra small to large) so you can make sure these earbuds have a secure and comfortable fit. With the included charging case, you'll get up to 30 hours of listening time. The charging case also comes with a lanyard loop so lost AirPods might become a thing of the past.
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd gen)
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd gen) — $189
$249at Walmart (save $60)
Best AirPods Max deal
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Why we like it
Read our full review of the Apple AirPods Max.
Not a fan of earbuds? The Apple AirPods Max are over-the-ear headphones that have both active noise cancellation and transparency modes. Expect about 20 hours of listening time on a single charge with the Max. The AirPods Max also come with a smart case and a lightning to UBS-C cable.