What do reviews say about android?

They work over Bluetooth, but What Hi-Fi highlights seamless pairing mainly with Apple devices.

What do reviews say about battery?

About 5 hours per charge and around 19 more from the case.

What do reviews say about noise?

There is no noise cancelling, and the open fit lets outside sound in.

Phones & Audio · Earbuds · 79,258 reviews · 2 sources

Apple AirPods (2nd generation)

Best for: easy iPhone pairingBudget

Effortless pairing and balanced sound for iPhone owners, with a solid battery. No ANC, and the open fit does not suit everyone.

Tracking since Sep 2026

Buy if

You use an iPhone
You dislike in-ear seals

Skip if

You need noise cancelling
Open-fit buds fall out for you

How it scores

Sound7.4

Battery7.0

Comfort6.0

Price

$159 launch

You pay for: Basic AirPods, no ANC

Reviewed Sep 2026 · 0 new reviews since · score unchanged

What people love

Most mentioned by reviewers

Sound qualityBalanced, clear tuning

Ease of useInstant iPhone pairing

Battery life5 h plus case top-ups

What people complain about

Most mentioned by reviewers

Fit not universalCan slip for some ears

No buttonsTap controls only

Harsh when loudTreble bites at high volume

Reviewers disagree on

Open fit feels naturalLets in outside noise

Alternatives

Same price · $159 launch

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Sources

Best Buy
What Hi-Fi
Reviewed Sep 2026

AI summary of public reviews, not a recommendation.