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Updated January 10, 2024·Prices updated 24 hours ago
If you prioritize sound quality and active noise cancellation for immersive experiences and travel, the Apple Airpods Pro 2 are superior, but they are more expensive. Their low latency mode also makes them suitable for gaming and watching videos. However, if you're looking for something more budget-friendly and with a higher comfort score, the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds are a good choice, especially for casual listening and exercise, but they lack active noise cancellation and have lower overall sound quality. Both options are similar in battery life and have wireless charging, but only the Airpods Pro 2 optimize for Apple devices. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple Airpods Pro 2
Good for music
Good for phone calls
Very good for gaming
Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds
The Raycon The Everyday Earbuds has no clear advantages over the Apple Airpods Pro 2.
Key differences
Music
7.0/10
6.4/10
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is good for music, while the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is only fair.
Gaming
8.4/10
7.2/10
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is very good for gaming, while the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is good.
Phone Calls
7.8/10
4.6/10
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is good for phone calls, while the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.8/10
4.9/10
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is poor.
TV and Video
7.8/10
7.2/10
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 and Raycon The Everyday Earbuds are both good for TV and video, though the Apple Airpods Pro 2 is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
9.1/10
6.5/10
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is excellent for noise reduction, while the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is only fair.
Cost
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$73
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The Apple Airpods Pro 2 has a price of $199 and the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds costs $73.
"Apple's upgraded H2 chip begets better active noise canceling (ANC) and battery life, while the case's U1 chip and integrated speaker lets you precisely locate it from the Find My app. If you own an iPhone, the new AirPods Pro is an obvious choice."
"Sure, every influencer owns these buds. They’re still pretty good. In this price range, getting anything that seals well in your ears for good soundstage, doesn’t sound like trash, and won’t immediately break is a huge win. The Everyday Buds tick all of those boxes for me, and I intend to use them at least nearly every day; I go to the gym on alternating evenings. Damn it, YouTube. You've cost me good money again."
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About Apple
Apple Inc. is an American technology company, founded in 1976, known for its wide range of premium products, including smartphones, computers, and audio solutions. Apple offers the very popular personal audio line AirPods, highly regarded for their wireless, smart capabilities and their seamless integration with the iPhone, iPad and Mac devices. They provide a high-quality sound, comfort and lifestyle features perfect for all users invested in their ecosystem.
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