Prime Day AirPods deals 2023 — best sales now

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It's your last chance to grab Prime Day AirPods deals. Amazon's sales event featured discounts on almost every model of Apple's earbuds and headphones, rrom the entry-level AirPods to the noise-canceling AirPods Pro to the premium AirPods Max.

AirPods are some of the best wireless earbuds on the market, which means any AirPods deals we find are easy for us to recommend. While you can find AirPods deals throughout the year, Prime Day deals tend to offer the lowest possible prices.

So whether you're shopping for new buds or simply browsing the sale, here are the best Prime Day AirPods deals you can get right now.

Best Prime Day AirPods deals now 

Prime Day AirPods deals

The basic AirPods are a great little wireless earbuds that just work so well with iPhones, iPads and Macs. The third-generation AirPods would be our pick of the earbuds to go for.

AirPods: was $129 now $89 @ Amazon

AirPods: was $129 now $89 @ Amazon
Amazon has the Apple AirPods with a standard/wired charging case on sale for just $89. They feature Apple's H1 chip for fast wireless connectivity with Apple devices. Although they've been outshined by newer models, in our AirPods review we said they're a great pair of wireless earbuds that work seamlessly with iOS devices. 

Apple Wireless Charging Case: was $79 now $63 @ Amazon

Apple Wireless Charging Case: was $79 now $63 @ Amazon
The Apple Wireless Charging Case gives your AirPods wireless charging capabilities, allowing you to charge them on a Qi-compatible mat. If your current case is scratched up or damaged, it could be a good idea to replace it.

Prime Day AirPods Pro deals

The AirPods Pro offer a neater design than the standard AirPods and also have noise-canceling that is pretty effective for their size. The second-gen AirPods Pro are very good and tend to get sliced to on or below $200. But the first-generation AirPods Pro are also well worth checking out if you see them at a bargain price. 

AirPods Pro 2 (2022): was $249 now $199 @ Amazon

AirPods Pro 2 (2022): was $249 now $199 @ Amazon
PRICE DROP! Amazon is asking $199 for AirPods Pro 2 during Prime Day. They use Apple's new H2 chip to provide 2x more noise cancellation than their predecessors. They also offer Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking for a more immersive audio experience. In our AirPods Pro 2 review, we said they take everything we loved about the original AirPods Pro to the next level. 
Check other retailers: $199 @ Verizon | $225 @ B&H Photo

Prime Day AirPods Max deals

The high price might put you off, but the AirPods Max are a fantastic pair of headphones. Great design mixed with superb audio makes for a strong combination. And the AirPods Max tend to pop up rather regularly in Amazon Prime Day deals. 

AirPods Max: was $549 now $449 @ Amazon

AirPods Max: was $549 now $449 @ Amazon
The AirPods Max are Apple's premium, retro-style headphones. They feature large ear cushions, a digital crown, active noise cancellation and Spatial Audio. The latter feature uses head tracking to offer a surround sound experience. In our AirPods Max review, we said the 'phones offer exceptional noise-canceling, a luxurious design, and sophisticated soundstage. Amazon is now taking $100 off, a price drop from earlier.

Prime Day Beats headphones deals

As a sub-brand of Apple, the Beats headphones might not have the instant appeal of the AirPods lineup, but they still offer some great sound and design, especially if you're a fan of bass. And Amazon Prime Day is a great time to score a set of Beats headphones or earbuds for a great price. 

Beats Flex Wireless Earbuds: was $69 now $39 @ Amazon

Beats Flex Wireless Earbuds: was $69 now $39 @ Amazon
The Beats Flex Wireless Earbuds are small, sleek headphones that offer up to 12 hours of battery life, a comfortable fit and flawless Bluetooth connectivity. You can use them with iOS, Android or PC, and you can customize the fit with four different ear tip sizes. In our Beats Flex review, we said they also offer strong mics for effective call quality and Siri use, which makes them worth the price of admission.

Beats Studio Buds: was $149 now $89 @ Amazon

Beats Studio Buds: was $149 now $89 @ Amazon
The Beats Studio Buds offer active noise canceling, sweat resistance and up to eight hours of listening time, or 24 hours when combined with the pocket-sized charging case. In our Beats Studio Buds review, we labeled them a surprisingly affordable option for ANC. Add in impressive sound, and they're a top contender in this price range.

Beats Studio Buds+: was $169 now $149 @ Amazon

Beats Studio Buds+: was $169 now $149 @ Amazon
The upgraded Beats Studio Buds Plus are on sale for the first time ever in this Prime Day sale. These earbuds share the Beats Studio Buds' stylish design and comfortable fit, but now come with improved ANC and longer battery life (up to 36 hours.)

Beats Solo3:  was $199 now $109 @ Amazon

Beats Solo3: was $199 now $109 @ Amazon
The Beats Solo3 offer wireless Bluetooth and NFC connections. Plus, you get about 40 hours of use per charge. What's more, a five-minute charge gives you juice for about 3 hours of playback. Just keep in mind they hit $79 during last year's holiday season. 

Powerbeats Pro: was $249 now $149 @ Amazon

Powerbeats Pro: was $249 now $149 @ Amazon
The Powerbeats Pro are one of the best wireless earbuds on the market, featuring a nine-hour battery life (more than 24 hours with the charging case), water resistance, well-balanced sound and a comfortable yet stylish design. In our Powerbeats Pro review, we said they're Apple's first pair of completely wireless fitness earbuds (by way of Beats). They deliver excellent sound and seamless iPhone integration in a low-profile package. 

Beats Fit Pro: was $199 now $179 @ Amazon

Beats Fit Pro: was $199 now $179 @ Amazon
The Beats Fit Pro are Apple's best workout headphones. In our Beats Fit Pro review, we found that they offer a dynamic soundstage with Spatial Audio support, strong ANC and transparency modes, and great call quality. Simply put, they're a no-brainer that serves better for workouts than the AirPods Pro. Keep in mind, though, that they dropped to $149 earlier this year.

Prime Day AirPods deals — which model to buy?

If you're after a pair of standard AirPods, you first need to decide between the AirPods 3 or AirPods 2. (Check out our guide to the AirPods 3 vs. AirPods 2). Released in 2021, the AirPods 3 sport an upgrade to design, functionality and sound, but are still lacking many of the features found on the Pro model. Meanwhile, the AirPods 2 are now the most basic buds in the range, but make up for this by being the most affordable of the lot. 

On the other hand, the more expensive AirPods Pro 2 offer a suitably impressive upgrade for an additional fee. You get water/sweat resistance, a must if you're going to be using them in the gym, plus active noise cancellation (ANC). The design is also a tad more modern, and much more comfortable in your ears thanks to the swappable ear tips that allow for a custom fit. If you can afford to splurge, these are the AirPods to go for. 

The AirPods Max are the most premium audio option Apple offers. The classy design is available in five different colors, and is also foldable for more convenient carrying. It also offers highly effective ANC, stunning audio, and a surprisingly effective control method in the form of the Digital Crown. Even on sale, these are an expensive pair of headphones, but the price of admission is worth it if you seek the very best.

Rory Mellon
Deals Editor

Rory is a Deals Editor at Tom’s Guide based in the UK. He covers a wide range of topics but with a particular focus on deals, gaming and streaming. When he’s not scouring retailers for PS5 restock or writing hot takes on the latest gaming hardware and streaming shows, he can be found attending music festivals and being thoroughly disappointed by his terrible football team.