Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds, Bluetooth Headphones, Personalized Spatial Audio, Sweat and Water Resistant, USB-C Charging…
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Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read
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What reviewers found
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Across the reviewers we read, the AirPods 4 are framed as the best standard-line AirPods yet, with CNET calling them a worthy upgrade and singling out the noise canceling on the step-up ANC model as 'a game changer.' PCMag noted that even the non-ANC version delivers excellent audio performance, a trait it shares with the pricier ANC variant. The Amazon average is a strong 4.6 across roughly 31,000 reviews.
What reviewers liked
- Very high Amazon rating (4.6) over a large 31,000-review base
- CNET and PCMag both praise audio quality, with CNET highlighting the ANC model's noise canceling
- Open, tip-free design is comfortable and integrates seamlessly with iPhone
Where it falls short
- The open-fit design lacks ear tips, so passive isolation and gym security are weaker per r/airpods commenters
- scarbir notes the sound leans heavily on lower tones, which may not suit all listeners
- Ecosystem-locked, with best features reserved for Apple devices
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Across the reviewers we read, the AirPods 4 are framed as the best standard-line AirPods yet, with CNET calling them a worthy upgrade and singling out the noise canceling on the step-up ANC model as 'a game changer.' PCMag noted that even the non-ANC version delivers excellent audio performance, a trait it shares with the pricier ANC variant. The Amazon average is a strong 4.6 across roughly 31,000 reviews.
- REBUILT FOR COMFORT — AirPods 4 have been redesigned for exceptional all-day comfort and greater stability. With a refined contour, shorter stem, and quick-press controls for music or calls.
- PERSONALIZED SPATIAL AUDIO — Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking places sound all around you, creating a theater-like listening experience for music, TV shows, movies, games, and more.*
- IMPROVED SOUND AND CALL QUALITY — AirPods 4 feature the Apple-designed H2 chip. Voice Isolation improves the quality of phone calls in loud conditions. Using advanced computational audio, it reduces background noise while isolating and clarifying the sound of your voice for whomever you’re speaking to.*
- MAGICAL EXPERIENCE — Just say “Siri” or “Hey Siri” to play a song, make a call, or check your schedule.* And with Siri Interactions, now you can respond to Siri by simply nodding your head yes or shaking your head no.* Pair AirPods 4 by simply placing them near your device and tapping Connect on your screen.* Easily share a song or show between two sets of AirPods.* An optical in-ear sensor knows to play audio only when you’re wearing AirPods and pauses when you take them off. And you can track down your AirPods and Charging Case with the Find My app.*
- LONG BATTERY LIFE — Get up to 5 hours of listening time on a single charge. And get up to 30 hours of total listening time using the case.*
- REDESIGNED CASE — The Charging Case comes with USB-C charging capabilities and is more than 10 percent smaller by volume than the previous generation.*
- DUST, SWEAT, AND WATER RESISTANT — AirPods 4 and the Charging Case are rated IP54 dust, sweat, and water resistant, so they’ll withstand rain and heavy workouts.*
- LEGAL DISCLAIMERS — This is a summary of the main product features. See below to learn more.
With a slightly smaller design, improved sound and Apple's powerful H2 chip features, the Apple AirPods 4 are a worthy upgrade. But what really makes them special is the noise canceling in the step-up ANC model.
The $129 AirPods 4 are Apple's entry-level true wireless earbuds. Although they lack the noise cancellation and some other advanced features of the $179 AirPods 4 With Active Noise Cancellation, they share one crucial trait: The AirPods 4 deliver excellent audio performance that's capable of…
It feels more open and airy compared to non spatial audio where it feels constricted and confined. My only gripe with the 3s is that I wish it ...
The new AirPods 4 with active noise cancellation (ANC) offer improved sound quality and a more comfortable fit compared to previous models.
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