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Apple AirPods 4 vs Apple AirPods 4 (ANC)
Apple AirPods 4 ($129) vs Apple AirPods 4 (ANC) ($179) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right true wireless.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Apple AirPods 4 | Apple AirPods 4 (ANC) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129 | $179 |
| Weight | 4g | 41g |
| ANC | Active (on ANC model) | Adaptive |
| Battery | 5h / 30h case | 30h total |
| Chip | H2 | H2 |
| Price | $129 (no ANC) / $179 (ANC) | — |
| Fit | One-size open ear | Open |
| Feature | Personalized Spatial Audio | — |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods 4
- ANC at $179 tier now
- H2 chip in base model
- Open design fits more people
- Personalized Spatial Audio
- Familiar AirPods form factor
- No ear tips for seal
- 6h battery (less than Pro)
- One-size fit not universal
Apple AirPods 4 (ANC)
- Open-fit ANC
- USB-C
- H2 chip
- Open fit ANC limited
- No wireless case (base)
Apple AirPods 4 is the better value at $129. Both are part of our curated true wireless index — tap through to check current pricing.