95
AppleInsiderSpecialist
“The best iteration yet in an already strong lineup.”
Raw score: 95/100 · 20mo ago
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AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation
$179 · H2 · 1y 8m old
80
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Highest praise
Premium build quality meets exceptional performance.
Ars Technica · 95
Most critical
Some odd choices hold back an otherwise capable product.
The Verge · 72
Apple specialist reviews
88
9to5MacSpecialist
“Apple has done it again — a refined, polished experience.”
Raw score: 88/100 · 20mo ago
80
MacworldSpecialist
“Delivers where it matters, but leaves room for improvement.”
Raw score: 80/100 · 20mo ago
78
Six ColorsSpecialist
“Good value in the Apple ecosystem, with some caveats.”
Raw score: 78/100 · 20mo ago
77
MacRumorsSpecialist
“A solid update, though the improvements feel incremental.”
Raw score: 77/100 · 20mo ago
Tech publication reviews
95
Ars Technica
“Premium build quality meets exceptional performance.”
Raw score: 95/100 · 20mo ago
90
TechRadar
“Premium build quality meets exceptional performance.”
Raw score: 90/100 · 20mo ago
90
PCMag
“A compelling upgrade that justifies the price tag.”
Raw score: 90/100 · 20mo ago
89
CNET
“Apple has done it again — a refined, polished experience.”
Raw score: 89/100 · 20mo ago
88
Wired
“Premium build quality meets exceptional performance.”
Raw score: 88/100 · 20mo ago
73
Tom's Guide
“Feels like Apple is playing it too safe this time.”
Raw score: 73/100 · 20mo ago
72
The Verge
“Some odd choices hold back an otherwise capable product.”
Raw score: 72/100 · 20mo ago