The best AirPods of 2023: Pricing and features compared

Tech Specs: Type: In-ear | Chip: H2 | Battery: 6 hours | Water-resistant: Yes

Apple wins again with its AirPods Pro, a set of in-ear Bluetooth headphones that features Apple's new H2 chip. This model has 2x more Active Noise Cancellation to keep out pesky sounds that can interfere with your listening. Also embedded are both Personalized Spatial Audio and Adaptive Transparency, so your audio automatically adjusts to your environment. They are both sweat- and water-resistant with an IPX4 rating. The battery is not the greatest at just six hours, but you get 24 more with the charging case. Besides, with such fantastic sound, you may not mind. 

Read the review: Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Gen review

Tech Specs: Type: In-ear | Chip: H1 | Battery: 5 hours | Water-resistant: None

The Apple AirPods (2nd Generation) are a step down from the Pro, using the H1 headphone chip. They automatically turn on and connect to your favorite Apple device for easy access, and Siri is incorporated for voice control. It is a simple matter to switch between devices and take calls, making use even easier. You receive three hours of battery on a single charge. 

Read the review: Apple AirPod Gen 2 review

Tech Specs: Type: In-ear | Chip: H1 | Battery: 6 hours | Water-resistant: Yes

Apple AirPods (3rd Generation) make listening a simple matter. You simply put them in your ears, and they automatically turn on for easier use. The audio itself is great, too, including spatial audio and Adaptive EQ, which automatically tunes music to the best listening possible. There's a longer battery life, too, at six hours, which matches the AirPods Pro and exceeds the 2nd Generation Apple AirPods. With an open design, they are also sweat- and water-resistant. 

Read the review: Apple AirPods 3rd Gen review

Tech Specs: Type: Over-ear | Chip: H1 | Battery: 20 hours | Water-resistant: Yes

If you are serious about your audio and have a little more to spend, the Apple AirPods Max are your pick. These over-ear headphones are plush and comfortable but don't slack on audio, either. There is both Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency Mode, as well as spatial audio, to take listening to a whole new level. Incorporated is Apple's dynamic driver for better audio, and the entire system uses the H1 chip. Plus, the battery is exceptional with 20 hours of use before a charge is required. 

Read the review: AirPods Max review