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The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) on left and the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 (on left).

Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2: Which earbuds win?

By Alex Bracetti published 11 November 22

We’ve put the all-new Apple AirPods Pro 2 and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 through rigorous testing to find out which offer the best value.

Nothing Ear (stick) vs. AirPods (3rd Gen): Which wireless earbuds win?

By Lee Dunkley last updated 4 November 22

Our Nothing Ear (stick) vs. AirPods (3rd Gen) face-off breaks down which pair of wireless earbuds are the better buy.

AirPods Pro 2 and Samsung Galaxy Earbuds 2 Pro side-by-side on a wall outside by a waterway

AirPods Pro 2 vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro: Which wireless earbuds win?

By Alex Bracetti published 30 September 22

How these flagship rivals stack up against one another in terms of overall performance, user experience, and value.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and Google Pixel Buds Pro sitting side by side on a wooden window sill

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro vs. Google Pixel Buds Pro: Which wireless earbuds win?

By Alex Bracetti last updated 5 December 22

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro go head-to-head with the Google Pixel Buds Pro to determine the better Android companion — who will come out on top?

Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and AirPods Pro side-by-side on a stone surface

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro vs. AirPods Pro: Which wireless earbuds win?

By Alex Bracetti published 18 August 22

How do the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro stack up against the AirPods Pro? We compare them head to head in this face-off.

Google Pixel Buds Pro and AirPods Pro displayed in cases next to each other

Google Pixel Buds Pro vs. AirPods Pro: Which earbuds win?

By Alex Bracetti published 29 July 22

The battle between Google and Apple heats up as we pit their flagship noise-cancellers against each other to determine the better purchase.

The Sony LinkBuds (on left) and the new Sony LinkBuds S (on right).

Sony LinkBuds vs. Sony LinkBuds S — which one is right for you?

By Nick Pino published 19 May 22

Although they’re part of the same family, the Sony LinkBuds and the LinkBuds S offer totally different audio experiences. Here are the main differences.

Sony WH-1000XM5 vs. AirPods Max: Which headphones should you buy?

By Kate Kozuch last updated 24 May 22

Here's how the Sony WH-1000XM5 vs. AirPods Max stack up in terms of price, design, performance, features and battery life.

Sony WH-1000XM5 vs. WH-1000XM4: Which should you buy?

By Kate Kozuch last updated 17 November 22

The biggest differences between Sony WH-1000XM5 vs. WH-1000XM4 noise-cancelling headphones.

Sennheiser Sport True Wireless vs. Beats Fit Pro by a swimming pool

Sennheiser Sport True Wireless vs. Beats Fit Pro: Which sports wireless earbuds are better?

By Alex Bracetti published 11 May 22

We’ve pitted the all-new Sennheiser Sport True Wireless against the versatile Beats Fit Pro to determine the better workout partner.

The Beats Fit Pro facing off against the Beats Powerbeats Pro

Beats Fit Pro vs Beats Powerbeats Pro: Which Beats wireless sports earbuds should you buy?

By Alex Bracetti last updated 15 November 21

Our Beats Fit Pro vs Beats Powerbeats Pro breakdown will determine the brand’s best sporty buds.

The AirPods 3 pitted against the Jabra Elite Active 75t

AirPods 3 vs Jabra Elite Active 75t: Which wireless earbuds win?

By Alex Bracetti published 13 November 21

Our AirPods 3 vs Jabra Elite Active 75t comparison helps you choose the best wireless earbuds for you.

The AirPods 3 facing off against the AirPods Pro for our AirPods 3 vs AirPods Pro comparison

AirPods 3 vs. AirPods Pro: Which Apple wireless earbuds should you buy?

By Alex Bracetti published 8 November 21

Our AirPods 3 vs AirPods Pro comparison will help you decide which of Apple’s wireless earbuds is right for you.

AirPods 3 vs AirPods 2: The biggest differences

By Kelly Woo, James Archer published 18 October 21

Here's how the next-gen AirPods 3 are different from the AirPods 2.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 and OnePlus Buds Pro, side by side on a colorful background

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 vs. OnePlus Buds Pro: Which ANC earbuds win?

By Alex Bracetti published 3 October 21

Our Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 vs OnePlus Buds Pro breakdown will determine the better sub-luxury wireless ANC earbuds.

AirPods Pro vs. AirPods 2: Which wireless earbuds should you buy?

By Caitlin McGarry, James Archer last updated 29 September 21

Our AirPods Pro vs. AirPods 2 comparison will help you decide which wireless earbuds are right for you.

OnePlus Buds Pro vs. AirPods Pro: Which noise-cancelling earbuds win?

By Alex Bracetti published 28 August 21

Our OnePlus Buds Pro vs AirPods Pro breakdown pitches a new contender against an established great to determine the best wireless ANC earbuds. Read on for our verdict.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 vs. Galaxy Buds Pro: Which wireless earbuds are better?

By Alex Bracetti last updated 29 October 22

We’re comparing Samsung’s two latest wireless ANC earbuds – the Galaxy Buds 2 and Galaxy Buds Pro – to determine the better investment.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 vs. AirPods Pro: Which noise-cancelling earbuds win?

By Alex Bracetti published 16 August 21

Our Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 vs. AirPods Pro breakdown will determine the better wireless ANC earbuds.

Nothing Ear (1) vs. AirPods Pro: Which wireless earbuds win?

By James Archer published 2 August 21

Our Nothing Ear (1) vs. AirPods Pro face-off breaks down which pair of wireless earbuds is the better buy.

OnePlus Buds Pro vs. AirPods Pro: Specs and features compared

By James Archer last updated 27 July 21

See how the OnePlus Buds Pro shape up against the AirPods Pro on price, specs and battery life.

Beats Studio Buds vs. Jabra Elite Active 75t: Which noise-cancelling earbuds win?

By Alex Bracetti published 21 July 21

Our Beats Studio Buds vs. Jabra Elite Active 75t comparison determines the better wireless ANC earbuds.

Beats Studio Buds vs. Apple AirPods: Which wireless earbuds should you buy?

By Alex Bracetti last updated 23 November 22

Our Beats Studio Buds vs. Apple AirPods breakdown will let you know the better Apple wireless earbuds investment.

Sony WF-1000XM4 vs. Jabra Elite Active 75t: Which noise-cancelling earbuds should you buy?

By Alex Bracetti last updated 16 August 21

Our Sony WF-1000XM4 and Jabra Elite Active 75t breakdown will determine the better wireless ANC earbuds.

Sony WF-1000XM4 vs. AirPods Pro: Which noise-cancelling earbuds win?

By Alex Bracetti published 4 July 21

Our Sony WF-1000XM4 vs. AirPods Pro breakdown will determine the better wireless ANC earbuds.

Sony WF-1000XM4 vs. Sony WF-1000XM3: Which Sony noise-cancelling earbuds should you buy?

By Alex Bracetti published 30 June 21

Our Sony WF-1000XM4 and Sony WF-1000XM3 comparison will determine the better Sony wireless ANC earbuds.

Sony WF-1000XM4 vs. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds: Which wireless earbuds should you buy?

By Alex Bracetti last updated 13 July 21

Our Sony WF-1000XM4 vs. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds breakdown will determine the better wireless ANC earbuds.

Beats Studio Buds vs. Beats Powerbeats Pro: Which Beats earbuds should you buy?

By Alex Bracetti last updated 21 July 21

Our Beats Studio Buds vs. Beats Powerbeats Pro breakdown will determine the brand’s best wireless earbuds.

Beats Studio Buds vs. AirPods Pro: Which noise-cancelling earbuds should you buy?