AirPods 4 (with ANC)
For iPhone owners who can't stand silicone tips jammed in their ears, the AirPods 4 with ANC are a small miracle: they bring real, usable active noise cancellation to an open, one-size hard-shell design that most people find far more comfortable for long stretches.
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The trade-off is honest physics, since without a seal the ANC and bass can't match in-ear flagships, and there's no IP rating on the case. But the fit, the effortless Apple pairing, and the surprisingly capable cancellation for an open earbud make this the easy pick for fans of the classic AirPods shape who finally want quiet.
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Key specs
| Fit Type | Open-fit (hard shell, no tips) |
|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation | Active Noise Cancellation + Transparency |
| Driver | Apple-designed dynamic driver |
| Earbud Battery (ANC on) | 4 h |
| Total Battery with Case | 20 h |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| Water/Dust Resistance | IP54 (buds only) |
| Multipoint | — (auto-switch within Apple devices only) |
| Wireless charging | USB-C only (wireless on higher tier) |
| Controls | Stem force-sensor press |
Configurations: With ANC
Strengths
- Comfortable open fit with no in-ear pressure
- First open AirPods with genuinely useful ANC
- Seamless Apple device switching and Find My
Trade-offs
- Open design limits noise cancellation and bass
- No ear-tip seal means inconsistent isolation
- Case lacks water resistance and wireless charging is model-dependent
Alternatives to consider
How we assess prices
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