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These Final-Hour Cyber Monday Deals Will Let You Grab the Top AirPods at a Big Discount

Upgrade your listening experience at a discount with these lingering Apple headphone deals.

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Cyber Monday is over, but the discounts aren't. There are tons of last-chance deals across all categories and price ranges, including Apple AirPods. However, trying to find options that are really worth your money can easily get overwhelming. The good news? We've cut through the noise to bring you cash-saving bargains that truly deliver value. Apple rarely cuts prices on its products, so if you want to upgrade your audio experience, now's the perfect chance to pick up a pair of AirPods from a top retailer like Best Buy, Walmart or Amazon.

Below, we've rounded up the best prices on all the AirPods in Apple's current lineup. You'll also find several worthwhile bargains on Beats headphones, which include Apple hardware. We'll continue to update this page throughout the holiday shopping season, so be sure to check back often for the latest deals.

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If you prefer Bose, Sony or another audio brand, you'll find even more bargains to shop in our full roundup of all the best Cyber Monday headphone deals that are still available now. And if you want to add more devices to your Apple ecosystem, you'll find tons of bargains on MacBooks, iPads, Apple Watches and more in our roundup of the best Cyber Monday Apple deals available this week. We're keeping all those lists updated and fresh, too.

Best Cyber Monday AirPod deals

Water-Resistant No IP ratingHeadphone Type Over-ear wireless headphonesMultipoint NoNoise Canceling Yes (ANC)Battery Life Rated up to 20 hours

For Apple users, AirPods Max are the best high-end wireless headphones you can get. They have excellent adaptive noise canceling with transparency mode, deliver solid voice calling performance and offer multipoint Bluetooth connectivity, along with other premium features. The price fluctuates based on color, but right now the lowest price of $459 is on the blue variant that charges via Apple's Lightning cable. Green is $478; other colors are available for less, but be aware you'll be getting a used pair from Amazon Resale.

Although the price has gone up $20 from the low Cyber Monday price, these super-popular ANC earbuds are still $79 off right now. The AirPods Pro 2 feature top-notch noise cancellation, impressive sound quality and voice calling performance. They boast an IP54 weather-resistance rating and have a battery life of up to 30 hours with the charging case.

The fourth-gen AirPods are the first in Apple's flagship lineup to feature active noise cancellation. They're a top pick for those who prefer an open-ear design, featuring Apple's H2 chip, personalized spatial audio and a battery life of up to 30 hours.

With advanced features like personalized spatial audio and lossless audio support, the noise-canceling Beats Studio Pro is a much more affordable alternative to the AirPods Max. They boast up to 40 hours of listening time per charge, six built-in microphones and hands-free Siri control, earning them a spot on our list of the overall best headphones of 2024.

What are the best AirPods to buy on Cyber Monday?

CNET's audio expert David Carnoy has tested and ranked the best AirPods, and he has a full breakdown with reviews. Right now, the best overall AirPods you can get are the AirPods Pro 2 -- and they are heavily discounted for Cyber Monday. There are other options that might work better for you, depending on your preferences and your budget.

Is Apple offering AirPods deals for Cyber Monday?

Apple offers free engraving, but it almost never discounts its products -- even during major shopping events. Although there are no outright discounts on Apple AirPods for Cyber Monday, you could have gotten a $75 gift card with eligible AirPods purchases through the Apple Store.

Is Cyber Monday the best time to buy AirPods?

Cyber Monday is one of the best times of the year to grab a new pair of Apple earbuds or headphones. Deals around the holidays are more consistent and frequently bring some of the year's lowest prices on Apple tech.

Where can I find the best Cyber Monday AirPods deals?

As you won't find any discounts at the Apple Store, you'll have to shop elsewhere if you're hoping to snag a pair of AirPods on sale. Deals are frequent at major retailers like Amazon and Walmart, and it's also worth checking out the offers at smaller competitors like Newegg and B&H Photo, as they may be offering some under-the-radar bargains that aren't being matched elsewhere.

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