Black Friday Steals: AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods 4 Crash to Record-Low Prices You Won't Want to Miss

The wait is finally over for deal-hunters who've been eyeing Apple's latest wireless earbuds. Amazon's Black Friday Week has delivered what many considered impossible: significant discounts on AirPods that launched just two months ago. The AirPods Pro 3 are now $219 at Amazon, thanks to a $30 saving, their first since release NBC News. Meanwhile, AirPods 4 with ANC are down to $109.99, which is a 39% discount off MSRP and the lowest price ever Bloomberg. These aren't modest markdowns on aging inventory—these are brand-new flagship products hitting prices that typically take months or even years to achieve. For anyone who's been holding out for Black Friday to upgrade their audio game, this is the moment you've been waiting for. AirPods Pro 3: The Best Just Got More Affordable The AirPods Pro 3 are now on sale for $220, marking the biggest discount since launch NVIDIA Newsroom. Previously, the lowest we saw Apple's AirPods Pro 3 go down to was $239 NVIDIA Newsroom, making this current deal a significant improvement for early adopters who held off. Apple didn't reinvent its flagship earbuds with the AirPods Pro 3, but it made smart refinements that elevate nearly every part of the listening experience NVIDIA Newsroom. The improvements span audio quality, noise cancellation, battery life, and even health monitoring—creating a compelling package for both new buyers and those upgrading from previous generations. Apple's new AirPods Pro 3 land with what it calls "the world's best active noise cancellation" in a pair of earbuds, alongside "improved acoustics," and a better in-ear fit CNBC. The noise cancellation alone represents a generational leap, reducing up to 2x more unwanted noise than AirPods Pro 2 so you can stay fully immersed in the moment CNBC. Groundbreaking Features Worth the Upgrade What makes the AirPods Pro 3 special extends far beyond incremental improvements. The standout upgrade here is Apple's Live Translation feature, which was an unexpected but welcome surprise, announced at the iPhone 17 event NVIDIA Newsroom. Leveraging Apple's H2 chip, the AirPods Pro 3 combines Voice Isolation, ANC and beamforming mics to kick Live Translation into action. Siri's translation filters seamlessly through the earbuds, but if environmental noise gets too intrusive, you can view a real-time transcription in the iOS Translate app, which is a useful feature for international travel and business calls NVIDIA Newsroom. For frequent travelers or anyone who conducts business across language barriers, this feature alone could justify the purchase price. Battery Life That Actually Lasts One of the most common complaints about wireless earbuds has been battery anxiety—the constant worry about running out of juice mid-commute or mid-workout. Apple addressed this concern head-on with the Pro 3. Battery life has improved, too. You get up to eight hours on a single charge with ANC on, and the case adds another 24 hours of playback NVIDIA Newsroom. The AirPods Pro 2 were good for about six hours of listening time with active noise-cancelling (ANC) enabled; the Pro 3 bumps that to eight hours. Needless to say, this is a very welcome improvement; AirPods are no longer below-average in this area and can reasonably last a full day Tom's Hardware. That's a 33% improvement in listening time—substantial enough to eliminate mid-day charging for most users. Health Monitoring Comes to Your Ears In perhaps the most surprising addition, Apple has transformed AirPods from audio devices into health monitoring tools. The new heart rate sensing functionality is one of the key hardware upgrades here—"track your heart rate and calories burned for up to 50 different workout types" CNBC. This integration with Apple's Fitness app means gym-goers and runners can monitor their cardiovascular performance without needing an Apple Watch. While the earbuds don't count steps, the heart rate monitoring adds genuine utility for fitness enthusiasts. Finally: Proper Durability Ratings Surprisingly, previous AirPods never claimed to be dirt- or water-resistant, or at least never specified an IP (ingress protection) rating. The AirPods Pro 3 officially tout IP57, meaning level-5 particle resistance and level-7 water protection. Translation: If you accidentally drop an earbud into, say, a sandbox or the swimming pool, it should be fine Tom's Hardware. For anyone who uses their AirPods during workouts, this official rating provides peace of mind that previous generations couldn't offer. Never Lose Them Again The MagSafe charging case, with its new U2 chip, now supports an increased distance for Precision Find My, so it's easier to locate if misplaced NVIDIA Newsroom. Given how easy it is to misplace those tiny earbuds, enhanced tracking capabilities represent a practical improvement that could save users from expensive replacements. AirPods 4 with ANC: The Sleeper Deal of Black Friday While the AirPods Pro 3 discount grabs headlines, the real value play might be the AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation. The $109.99 price is cheaper than AirPods 4 without ANC, and you get Active Noise Cancellation with this deal Bloomberg. Read that again: you can currently buy noise-cancelling AirPods for less than the base model's regular price. That's the kind of pricing anomaly that makes Black Friday special. The AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation at $109.99 shipped around arguably an even better bang for your buck. I mean there's nothing like cracking open a fresh new set of Apple's pro buds after landing them at a discount two months after they launched CNBC. For budget-conscious shoppers who want ANC without the Pro price tag, this deal represents exceptional value. Standard AirPods 4: Entry-Level Excellence AirPods 4 (no ANC) for $80 ($50 off) at Amazon: You miss out on a few more features on the base-model AirPods 4: no live translation, no noise cancellation and no heart rate sensing, but you do get Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking, like on the pricer models NVIDIA Newsroom. The AirPods 4 are about as barebones as AirPods come, but they're still packed with features. Spatial Audio is on board for example, something you'd have to pay more for on the old model. 5 hours of battery isn't the very best, but they're a great on boarding place for the AirPods line NBC News. At $80, these represent the most affordable entry point into Apple's current-generation AirPods ecosystem. AirPods Max: Premium Over-Ears at Reduced Prices For those who prefer over-ear headphones, Apple's premium option is also seeing Black Friday discounts. If you want something more premium, you can pick up the AirPods Max for $479 at Amazon, thanks to an $80 saving NBC News. This is Apple's latest revamp of AirPods Max, which swaps Lightning for more convenient USB-C charging. AirPods Max are infamously expensive, but this Black Friday pricing makes them far more reasonable CNBC. Which AirPods Should You Buy? With multiple models at various price points, choosing the right AirPods can feel overwhelming. Here's a quick breakdown: AirPods Pro 3 ($220): Best for users who want everything—premium sound, best-in-class ANC, health monitoring, live translation, and maximum battery life. Ideal for frequent travelers, fitness enthusiasts, and audio enthusiasts. AirPods 4 with ANC ($110): Best value for money. Perfect for users who want noise cancellation without paying premium prices. The current deal makes these an absolute steal. AirPods 4 ($80): Best entry point. Great for first-time AirPods buyers who don't need noise cancellation but want Apple's seamless ecosystem integration and Spatial Audio. AirPods Max ($479): Best for audiophiles and home users who prioritize sound quality and comfort over portability. How Long Will These Deals Last? The million-dollar question: should you buy now or wait for better Black Friday pricing? Honestly, $220 is probably the lowest price we're going to see them all season. AirPods deals tend to peak early, and new models rarely dip much lower during Black Friday. So if you're even considering the upgrade, I wouldn't sit on it—this is the moment to grab them Tom's Hardware. Historical patterns support this assessment. The last time new AirPods Pros were launched was back in 2022, right before October Prime Day. AirPods Pro 2 debuted at $249, the same MSRP as today's Pro 3. Within a month, they were down 10% to $223. Compare that to today's $220, and, well, you do the math Tom's Hardware. We're already below that threshold just two months post-launch, suggesting these Black Friday prices represent genuine value rather than marketing hype. Where to Find These Deals The official AirPods Pro 3 Black Friday deal is now live at Amazon. Amazon's 2025 Black Friday week sale is now live and offering Apple's brand new AirPods Pro 3 at $219.99 shipped alongside AirPods 4 with ANC at the $109.99 all-time low CNBC. Best Buy is matching Amazon's pricing on most models, and Target offers an additional 5% discount for Target Circle Card holders—potentially pushing prices even lower for loyal Target shoppers. The Bottom Line If I were buying AirPods (Pro or otherwise) for the first time, the new AirPods Pro 3 at $220 would be the no-brainer pick. They're a meaningful upgrade over the 2s, even before you factor in that the Pro 2s are already sold out. You're getting twice the noise reduction, longer battery life (up to 8 hours with ANC) and bonus features like heart-rate monitoring and live language translation. For Apple earbuds, this is about as future-proof as it gets Tom's Hardware. Whether you're upgrading from older AirPods, switching from a competitor, or buying your first pair of premium wireless earbuds, Black Friday 2025 presents an opportunity that's genuinely worth seizing. These aren't inflated "sale" prices on products nobody wants—they're legitimate discounts on Apple's newest and best audio products. The deals are live now. The question is: will you grab them before they're gone?