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AirPods Max

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  • Lowest price today: $389.99 at Quick Ship Electronics (checked Nov 11, 2026).
  • Checked at 5 stores.

Our take on the AirPods Max

The AirPods Max are Apple's premium over-ear headphones, now with USB-C charging on the 2024 model. They stand out for strong active noise cancellation, a transparency mode that sounds natural, and spatial audio with head tracking that makes movies and games feel wider. Build is aluminum and stainless steel with a knit mesh canopy, which feels more solid than most plastic rivals but makes them heavy at about 385 grams. They suit iPhone, iPad and Mac owners who want the tightest ecosystem fit and best-in-class ANC; Android users lose features and can find similar sound for less.

Best foriPhone, iPad and Mac ownersFrequent flyers and commuters who want strong noise cancellationMovie and game fans who like spatial audio with head trackingBuyers who value metal build quality over low weight
Pros
  • Class-leading active noise cancellation
  • Natural-sounding transparency mode
  • Spatial audio with head tracking for films and games
  • Solid aluminum and stainless steel build
  • Seamless pairing and switching across Apple devices
  • USB-C charging on the 2024 model
Cons
  • Heavy at about 385 grams; clamp and weight cause fatigue for some
  • Smart Case offers little protection and no true off switch
  • Fewer features and no lossless audio over Bluetooth on Android
  • No 3.5mm jack; wired listening needs a separate cable
  • Carrying case and accessories are minimal for the class

AirPods Max prices at every store

  • Quick Ship ElectronicsNew

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    $389.99Free shippingChecked 44 min ago
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  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $439.00Free shippingChecked 44 min ago
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  • eBayNew

    In stockSold by simplecellllc

    $439.86Free shippingChecked 44 min ago
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  • AmazonRefurbished

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    $310.00Free shippingChecked 44 min ago
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  • WalmartNew

    Out of stockSold by TheRightOne

    $299.99Free shippingChecked 44 min ago
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AirPods Max price history

Lowest price we've seen: $299.99 on Nov 11 at Walmart. Tracked across 4 stores since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

Reviewers consistently rate the AirPods Max among the best noise-cancelling headphones for Apple users, praising ANC, transparency and build. Common complaints are weight, comfort over long sessions, the thin Smart Case and limited value for non-Apple devices.

What people mention
  • Noise cancellationPraisedOwners say it silences plane engines and office chatter about as well as any over-ear model.
  • ComfortCriticisedMany find the 385-gram weight and clamp tiring after an hour or two.
  • BuildPraisedThe aluminum cups and steel headband feel sturdier than plastic rivals.
  • Smart CaseCriticisedReviewers call the case thin and awkward, and note there is no true off switch.
  • Spatial audioPraisedHead tracking makes films and games feel wider, especially on Apple devices.
  • Android useMixedSound and ANC still work, but spatial audio, auto switching and firmware updates are missing.

About the AirPods Max

The Apple AirPods Max USB-C (2nd Generation, 2024 model) are over-ear wireless headphones. They charge over USB-C and connect to devices through Bluetooth 5.3.

Each ear cup has an Apple H1 chip. The headphones offer Active Noise Cancellation to block outside noise and Transparency mode to let in sound from your surroundings. They also provide adaptive EQ, computational audio, and Spatial Audio with tracking.

Model
AirPods Max USB-C, 2nd Generation (2024)
Type
Over-ear wireless headphones
Chip
Dual Apple H1 (one in each ear cup)
Connectivity
Bluetooth 5.3
Charging
USB-C
Noise control
Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode
Audio
Spatial Audio with tracking, adaptive EQ
Memory
Integrated system memory and onboard audio buffers
Ecosystem
Integrates with Apple devices

Questions and answers

Is the USB-C model different from the Lightning AirPods Max?
The 2024 USB-C version charges over USB-C and adds a few color options. Sound, ANC and drivers are otherwise the same as the Lightning model.
Do the AirPods Max work with Android?
Yes, as standard Bluetooth headphones with ANC. You lose spatial audio, automatic device switching, Find My and firmware updates, which need an Apple device.
How long does the battery last?
Apple rates about 20 hours with ANC and spatial audio on. That is average for the class; rivals like the Sony WH-1000XM5 last longer.
Can I use them wired?
Only with a separate Lightning or USB-C to 3.5mm cable. There is no headphone jack, and Bluetooth playback is not lossless.
Are they good for long flights?
ANC is excellent for engine noise, but the weight and clamp bother some wearers on long trips. Try them on before a long flight if you can.
What comes in the box?
The headphones, a USB-C charging cable and the Smart Case. No power adapter and no audio cable are included.
Where is the AirPods Max cheapest?
At Quick Ship Electronics, for $389.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the AirPods Max?
5 stores we checked sell it, including Quick Ship Electronics, Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, eBay.

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