Earbuds

AirPods Pro 2

SCORE 9.0 /10
By GadgetGrade TeamUpdated July 20269 min read
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The Short Version

The AirPods Pro 2 is the most seamless earbud experience if you're in the Apple ecosystem. Adaptive Audio mode seamlessly blends ANC and transparency — walk outside and it adjusts automatically. USB-C brings it in line with modern charging. H2 chip delivers better ANC, richer sound, and lower latency.

Bottom line: Apple's best earbuds yet — improved ANC, Adaptive Audio, and USB-C make these a no-brainer for iPhone users.

Sound & ANC

The H2 chip brings a wider, more dynamic soundstage than the original Pro. Bass is tighter, treble is crisper. Adaptive EQ tunes in real-time based on your ear geometry — it works, music sounds consistently good across volumes.

ANC is 2x better than Pro 1 — Sony's XM5 still wins on raw noise blocking, but AirPods Pro 2's transparency mode is the best in the industry. It sounds like you're not wearing earbuds at all.

✓ Pros

  • Best earbud experience for iPhone
  • Adaptive Audio is genuinely useful
  • USB-C charging
  • Excellent transparency mode
  • Spatial Audio with head tracking
  • Strong ANC for size

✗ Cons

  • Limited Android compatibility
  • No high-res codec (LDAC/aptX)
  • Battery life behind competitors
  • Silicone tips can irritate some
  • No multipoint pairing

Battery Life

6 hours per charge with ANC on, 30 hours total with the case. In testing we got 5h 45min per charge — slightly below claim. A 5-minute charge in the case gives 1 hour of listening.

Should You Buy?

Apple's best earbuds yet — improved ANC, Adaptive Audio, and USB-C make these a no-brainer for iPhone users.

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