Apple AirPods Alternatives
Looking for something other than Apple AirPods? Here are the top-rated alternatives ranked by the community.
Rankings factor in vote confidence: more votes can outweigh a higher score with fewer votes.
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Earin
True wireless earbuds for music and calls
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AirPods Max
Apple premium over-ear headphones with computational audio and spatial sound
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Shure SRH1540
Premium Closed-Back Headphones with expansive soundstage for clear, extended hig…
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QuietComfort® 35 wireless headphones II
Bose
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Sony MDR-7506
Classic, affordable studio monitoring headphones for audiophiles.
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Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
Professional monitor headphones with detachable cables and collapsible design
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Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro
Headphones with an open design, suitable for mastering and analytical listening
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Sony WH-1000XM4
Industry-leading wireless noise-cancelling headphones with advanced features
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Sennheiser PXC 559
Wireless noise-cancelling headphones with advanced audio technology
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Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro
The beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII are premium Tesla studio headphones for record…
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Astell & Kern
Portable digital audio players for audiophiles
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Sony WH-1000XM5
Industry-leading noise cancellation and advanced sound quality.
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Bose QuietComfort Earbuds
Experience the latest in sound innovation
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Anker Soundcore Liberty Air 2 Pro
Affordable wireless earbuds with impressive sound quality and battery life.
Both in Headphones
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Google Pixel Buds A-Series
Wireless earbuds with Google Assistant integration
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Sony WF-1000XM4 Earbuds
Industry-leading noise cancellation in a compact earbud design.
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Anker Soundcore Space Q45 Hybrid Wireless Headphones
Hybrid wireless headphones with noise cancellation and Bluetooth connectivity
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Beats Solo Pro Wireless Headphones
Find all the topics and resources you need for your Solo Pro
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Apple AirPods Max
Over-ear wireless headphones with advanced noise cancellation and high-fidelity …
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Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2
Water-resistant wireless earbuds with up to 24 hours of battery life
Both in Headphones
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