# Apple Makes 3 Different Types of AirPods. Which Should You Buy?

> As of September 2025, Apple sells three different wireless earbuds in its AirPod lineup. The AirPods 4 are its entry-level wireless earbuds. The AirPods 4 with active noise-cancellation are its midrange offering.

- **Source:** [Gearpatrol](https://www.gearpatrol.com/audio/apple-airpods-2025-compared/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68c85e20c2c02e4156452048)
- **Published:** 2025-09-15
- **Category:** Audio & Video
- **Tags:** #headphones #airpods #earbuds #amazon #apple #different #makes #types
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