Apple AirPods (2nd Gen)

Overview

Apple’s new AirPods look and sound very familiar, but there are a handful of new things that make them better than before. But if you didn’t like the first AirPods, these won’t change your mind.

-- As reviewed by The Verge

There is a new version available:

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)

Check out the reviews, price history, pros/cons and more.

See it on Amazon: $196

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 46 expert reviews

Excellent:

18
Good:

21
Average:

4
Bad:

3

TechSpot is supported by its audience. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more.

Last revision on February 28, 2024

Reviewers Liked

Faster connection on iOS devices
Lightweight
Reliable battery life
Comfortable design
Hands-free Siri integration
Really portable
Good audio quality

Reviewers Didn't Like

Won't stay in everyone's ears
Wireless charging case version costs extra
Lack ambient listening mode
Their sound hasn't improved
Still no waterproofing or workout features
Lacks Noise Isolation
Don't fit all ears

Competitors and Related Products

Our editors hand-pick related products using a variety of criteria: direct competitors targeting the same market segment, or devices that are similar in size, performance, or feature sets.

Expert reviews and ratings

The AirPods may look like a weird headphone sticking out of someone's ear, but to many who has been using it like a staple – me included, the AirPods delivers excellent wireless performance and convenience that other wireless earbuds have attempt to...

By klgadgetguy.com on June 24, 2019

If you have an iPhone — or are in the Apple ecosystem — the new AirPods are no-brainer. They are fast, smart and deliver class audio performance — even if it's not better than the first AirPods. The competition is heating up in the wireless earbuds or...

By gadgetsnow.com on May 15, 2019

You will not be able to tell the new AirPods from the old ones by just looking - the second and first generations of Apple's true wireless in-ear headphones have identical designs.Not messing with a winning design is understandable, but I am...

By TheStraitsTimes on April 30, 2019

Apple's Airpods were one of the first pairs of truly wireless headphones to hit the market, as the two earbuds had no cable joining them and made them really wire-free. Now, Apple has launched a new version that have a couple of handy bells and whistles...

By goodhousekeeping.co.uk on April 30, 2019

I doubt if there is one particular earphone that is more popular than the Apple AirPods. In the US for instance, you would see everyone from Silicon Valley CEOs to construction workers wearing them all the time. A recent trip to HongKong exposed me to...

By IndianExpress on April 27, 2019

The new Apple AirPods sound good, not great, but good. While the earphones produce relatively deep bass that's not highly accurate, it handles the highs quite well but the mids are slightly dampened. With a slew of features that will cater to most...

By Digit on April 26, 2019

Apple's new AirPods continues to set the benchmark for wire free earphones that offer all round performance, convenience and play time. If you own an iPhone, they are a must have accessory.Related PostsNuraphone review – headphones that are tuned to the...

By techguide.com.au on April 24, 2019

The new AirPods are priced slightly higher than the originals in India, at Rs. 14,900 for the version sold with the standard charging case. If you go with the wireless charging case like the unit we have, this will set you back by Rs. 18,900. If you...

By Gadgets360 on April 21, 2019

The second-generation AirPods are simple yet great wireless earphones that are a pleasure to use.

By TrustedReviews on April 18, 2019

More like a “0.5” upgrade, the second-generation AirPods are simple yet great wireless earphones that are a pleasure to...

By Trusted Reviews on April 18, 2019

Load More Reviews…

Apple AirPods (2nd Gen)

Overview

Pros & Cons

Reviews

Similar To

Price: $249

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)

TechSpot Metascore

Reviewers Liked

Reviewers Didn't Like

Competitors and Related Products

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2

Jabra Elite 75t

Beats Studio Buds

Google Pixel Buds A-Series

Apple AirPods Pro

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro

Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen)

Expert reviews and ratings