Amazon kicked off its Prime Day sale today, lasting just two days (July 16-17). If you want to score a bargain, you’ll have to act fast.
There have been dozens of great Prime Day cycling deals so far, but some of the best we’ve seen so far come on Apple’s ever-popular AirPods. With the popularity of Apple’s wireless in-ear headphones and the significant discounts on offer, it’s definitely a deal to grab while supplies last.
Readers from the US and UK can save between 22% and a whopping 47% on the entire range.
Below you will find a brief overview of the offers:
AirPods Pro 2
🎧 United States: €278.00 €139.99 (30% discount)
🎧 United Kingdom: €229.00 € 179.00 (22% discount)
AirPods (2nd generation)
🎧 UNITED STATES: €129.00 €69.29 (47% off)
🎧 United Kingdom: €129.00 €95.00 (26% discount)
AirPods (3rd generation)
🎧 UNITED STATES: € 169.00 €138.59 (18% off) Lightning Charging
🎧 United Kingdom: € 169.00 €129.00 (24% off) Lightning Charging
🎧 United Kingdom: € 179.00 €139.00 (22% off) MagSafe Charging
Since Prime Day only lasts two days, we’re not sure how long these prices will last. But while they’re available, these are the lowest prices Amazon has listed for Apple’s AirPods.
In detail: Amazon Prime Day Apple AirPods deals
Prime Day AirPods Pro 2 Deals
Apple AirPods Pro 2 (or 2nd generation) wireless earbuds have been around since 2022, offering more high-end performance than the standard AirPods. In addition to an earbud design that blocks out more ambient noise, the Pro 2 model also features active noise cancellation (ANC).
The AirPods Pro 2 charge via USB-C. That means if you have an iPhone 15, you only need one cable to charge both your phone and your AirPods. The AirPods 2 and 3 both use the older Lightning connector.
While the AirPods Pro 2 allow users to block out the world around them with ANC, one thing I’m a big fan of on this model is the ability to select ‘Transparency’ mode. In this mode, the earbuds will actively let in the sound around you, which can be useful if you like to use your earbuds while driving, or generally just want to be able to hear your surroundings.
A couple of other pro features that I really like are Adaptive Audio and Conversation Awareness. These features automatically reduce the volume of the media that is playing, so you can chat without having to take the earbuds out.
If you’re on the go a lot, the AirPods Pro 2 can last about six hours on a single charge. However, that drops to 4.5 hours if you’re using them for phone calls, with the case providing about 30 additional hours of battery life.
Prime Day AirPods 2 Deals
The second generation of Apple’s AirPods wireless earbuds were released in March 2019. Even though they’re now five years old, they’re still a solid option for anyone looking for truly wireless earbuds.
You charge the AirPods with the included storage case, which uses the somewhat outdated Lightning cable. For most users, this will not be a problem.
For those looking for AirPods on a budget, the AirPods 2 are the brand’s least expensive options. While they lack the features of their more expensive siblings, the AirPods 2 are still a decent option in the wireless earbud market.
The AirPod Pro 2 earbud design isn’t for everyone’s ear shape or taste, and if you don’t mind the lack of active noise cancellation then the standard AirPod 2 might be a better fit for you. The fit of the earbuds is very similar to the old wired earbuds that came with iPods and iPhones back in the day.
They’ve also enabled the Apply Find My feature, so you can find them again if you accidentally put them down somewhere and then can’t remember where that spot was.
Prime Day AirPods 3 Deals
Apple’s latest in-ear headphones are coming to market in 2021, and they have a similar profile to the AirPods 2 but are packed with extra features. The biggest addition is what Apple is calling spatial audio, which simulates a surround sound experience, creating the effect of 360-degree sound.
The third-generation AirPods get the choice of traditional Lightning charging or MagSafe wireless charging, depending on your preference. The benefit of the MagSafe option is that it supports both Lightning charging and wireless charging, but it does come at a slight price increase.
One thing to keep in mind if you like to use your earbuds while working out is that the AirPods 3 only have an IPX4 rating. That means they can handle a splash of water, but they might not be the best choice for a rainy day or a summer sweat fest.
Make sure you check out all the best bargains available for a limited time by heading over to our roundup of the best Amazon Prime Day bike deals . Here’s a list of all the deals we think you need to know about.