The $250 AirPods Pro are my go-to earbuds. I ditched them for the $130 HUAWEI FreeBuds 6, and came away truly impressed.

Amazon Prime Day 2025 is underway, and most wireless earbuds I tested for this guide are on sale. The recently launched Powerbeats Pro 2 earphones are 28% off, bringing their price well below $200. The budget-friendly Soundcore P30i earbuds are a straight-up impulse buy for less than $25 after a generous discount.

The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro AI normally cost $250, but you can snag a pair for $149.72. It's worth noting that Apple's AirPods Pro 2, which also normally sell for $249, are discounted to $149 alongside best-ever deals on both models of AirPods 4, Apple's newest Bluetooth earbuds.

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The other upgrade is sound, which is where these earbuds excel. The sound quality is crisp and clear with ANC off and the active noise cancelling is top-notch when it's switched on. On those grounds, the AirPods Pro 2s are on the same level as the best in earbuds from premium audio brands like Bowers & Wilkins and Bose.

There is no shortage of steep competition at this price point from Sony, Bose, and B&W, but the AirPods Pro 2 remain a friendly, feature-packed, and great-sounding pair of wireless earbuds, especially if you are ensconced in Apple's ecosystem.

Coming in at $99, the AirPods 4 are now in the range of many budget earbuds but they offer a premium experience that’s hard to beat. These fourth-generation earbuds have been redesigned to be more comfortable and stable for all-day wear. The new shape and shorter stem sound better and also fit more securely.