Every AirPods Model Is Marked Down for Labor Day—Prices Start at $99
Apple discounts this deep might not return until Black Friday.
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I can’t recommend AirPods enough—especially when they’re discounted. Now that Labor Day sales have officially landed, a handful of Good Housekeeping Institute-tested Apple gadgets are discounted on Amazon, including—you guessed it!—every single AirPods model.
Right now, you can take 20% off the third-generation AirPods Pro, which our Lab experts named the best overall AirPods. Plus, the entry-level AirPods 4 are under $100, and the Lab expert-loved AirPods Max 2 are discounted by 13% (they sold out quickly during Prime Day).
Our team of shopping experts tracks Apple prices year-round to help you find the best deals—and while these discounts aren't the lowest prices we've seen on AirPods, they're quite possibly the best deals we'll see until Black Friday. It's also worth mentioning that when Apple tech goes on sale, it usually sells out quickly, so we recommend shopping soon if you find a price you like.
Best Deal
Why we like it: Our Lab pros named the third-generation AirPods Pro the best overall because of clear sound quality and impressive active noise cancellation. Per Senior Reviews Writer and Analyst Olivia Lipski, these fit more comfortably in her ear than other models and boast improved sweat and water resistance, making them a solid choice for workouts.
What you should know: While these AirPods aren't matching their record-low Prime Day price of $169, we think they’re a smart buy any time they dip below $200.
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Why we like it: Apple's most budget-friendly earbuds were redesigned in late 2024 with a slightly slimmer profile. According to the brand, they have a more comfortable fit and last up to five hours on a single charge, all while still featuring the H2 chip found in Apple’s Pro-level models (but at a much lower price).
What you should know: Although this isn’t the lowest price we’ve ever seen for these entry-level earbuds (that would be Black Friday 2025’s impressive $69 deal), we recommend adding them to your cart any time they dip below $100.
Why we like it: If you prefer over-ear headphones to earbuds, this is your chance to shave $70 off the AirPods Max 2. In addition to the top-notch sound, Lipski noticed a huge improvement with phone call quality, adding that the AirPods Max 2 did “a significantly better job at isolating my voice and reducing background noise.”
What you should know: Apple’s latest over-ear headphones, which were released in March 2026, sold out quickly while on sale for Prime Day. Note that we’ve seen them drop as low as $399 before, but if you’ve been waiting for a sale, this is likely the best deal we’ll find until Black Friday.
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Why we like it: If you don't want to spring for AirPods Pro (but are interested in earbuds with a slightly more immersive audio experience), opt for the noise-canceling version of the AirPods 4; they feature the same slim build as the standard version. Lipski said she wore these on a flight and “was impressed by how effectively the earbuds blocked out the drone of the plane.”
What you should know: We’ve seen these drop as low as $99, so if you don’t need them right now, it might be worth holding out for a steeper sale like Black Friday to scoop up a pair.
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