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| Price | From: $449.99 | From: $79.99 | From: $169.00 | From: $199.00 |
| Ratings | (3,019) | (621,659) | (729) | (1,982) |
| Fit | Customizable | Universal | Universal | Customizable |
| Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency Mode |
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| Chip | Apple H1 headphone chip (each ear cup) | Apple H1 headphone chip | Apple H1 headphone chip | Apple H2 headphone chip, U1 chip in charging case for Precision Finding |
| Hey Siri | Always on | Always on | Always on | Always on |
| Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking |
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| Battery life (listening time on one charge) | Up to 20 hours of listening time | Up to 5 hours of listening time | Up to 6 hours of listening time | Up to 6 hours of listening time |
| Battery life (listening time with charging case) | - | More than 24-hours | Up to 30-hours | Up to 30-hours |
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| LED Charging Light Location | - | Top of Case | Front of case | Front of case |
| Qi Compatible | - | - | - |
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| Case | Smart Case | Lightning Charging Case | Lightning Charging Case | MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C) with speaker and lanyard loop |
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Comfortable, aesthetic, perfect noise cancellation
I love my new AirPod Max headphones. I was sitting on this purchase for over a year due to the insane price tag. Yes, they're expensive- so when I saw they were $100 off on Amazon I got them. It was the lowest price I've seen it on sale for. These headphones are very much worth your money. The quality of the sound and hardware is impressive. When I first tried it out I was still a bit skeptical if it was worth my hard earned money... until I tested out the noise cancellation. I go to a very busy gym in a big city! It is very loud in the gym and the second I put these on with noise cancellation on mode- WOW! I told my husband I'm keeping these and not returning. Music sounds impeccable, it's comfortable and aesthetically pleasing to look at/wear. If you're on the fence about these consider your needs. I use these mainly at the gym and at my office cubicle job. I don't want to hear anyone or be distracted by other noises. They're comfortable for hours of wear and the battery lasts 20+ hours fully charged. I love them. They even stand up on their own when properly put in the smart case! Room saver :D
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Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2024
Color: PinkSet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase
Comfortable, aesthetic, perfect noise cancellation
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2024
I love my new AirPod Max headphones. I was sitting on this purchase for over a year due to the insane price tag. Yes, they're expensive- so when I saw they were $100 off on Amazon I got them. It was the lowest price I've seen it on sale for. These headphones are very much worth your money. The quality of the sound and hardware is impressive. When I first tried it out I was still a bit skeptical if it was worth my hard earned money... until I tested out the noise cancellation. I go to a very busy gym in a big city! It is very loud in the gym and the second I put these on with noise cancellation on mode- WOW! I told my husband I'm keeping these and not returning. Music sounds impeccable, it's comfortable and aesthetically pleasing to look at/wear. If you're on the fence about these consider your needs. I use these mainly at the gym and at my office cubicle job. I don't want to hear anyone or be distracted by other noises. They're comfortable for hours of wear and the battery lasts 20+ hours fully charged. I love them. They even stand up on their own when properly put in the smart case! Room saver :D
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2024
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Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2023
I wanted them from the day they dropped. Actually, I wanted them from the day they were announced in the Keynote presentation. I couldn’t afford them, because who can? When I got a job eight months ago that came with a generous home office stipend as part of the compensation package, I knew that these headphones would soon be mine.
The noise cancellation is out of this world. I used to wear Bose Quiet Comforts every single day, and thought that the noise cancellation on those was good. I’m not saying that it wasn’t good, but after experiencing that feature on these headphones, I could never go back. I also absolutely love that with the push of a button, you can switch from noise cancellation to transparency mode, which not only turns noise cancellation off, but uses a group of different microphones to bring the outside world into your headphones, almost like hearing aids. I am hard of hearing, and I really appreciate that feature.
The headphones are a little heavy, which took some getting used to. My Bose headphones were incredibly light and at times I forgot I was wearing them. You definitely don’t want to accidentally fall asleep with these on, because you will absolutely have a headache when you wake up. That is honestly the only negative thing that I can come up with, however.
I prefer my regular AirPods 3rd generation when I’m cleaning or walking my dog, as well as when I’m outside, but otherwise, these are my go to headphones. The microphone is incredible! All of my colleagues say that I sound super clear in meetings, and when I am FaceTimeing with family or talking to someone that I’m gaming with I’ve only heard the same. I generally use my Kraken Kitty headset for gaming, but I’ve definitely busted out the AirPods Max as well.
Obviously, there’s also no ignoring that if you’re already fully immersed in the Apple ecosystem, the convenience that comes with buying these instead of a different brand is undeniable. Being able to switch from your iPhone to your iPad to your MacBook and back to your iPhone during phone calls and while listening to music — seamlessly without having to worry about pairing — is incredibly smooth and enjoyable. It’s also great to be able to see your battery life on your screen. They also pair without issue with devices outside of the Apple ecosystem, like the Nintendo Switch!
I am well aware of the fact that most people can’t just up and decide to buy a set of headphones like this, but if you’ve had them in your cart, or on a wish list for a while, and you have been saving up, but afraid to make the leap, just go ahead and leap! You won’t regret it.
Color: PinkSet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase
The most impressive headphones I’ve ever owned.
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2023
As you can see, I have an array of headphones that I use for different reasons. I also love them all for different reasons, but the Apple AirPods Max are the most impressive thing I’ve ever heard music come through.Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2023
I wanted them from the day they dropped. Actually, I wanted them from the day they were announced in the Keynote presentation. I couldn’t afford them, because who can? When I got a job eight months ago that came with a generous home office stipend as part of the compensation package, I knew that these headphones would soon be mine.
The noise cancellation is out of this world. I used to wear Bose Quiet Comforts every single day, and thought that the noise cancellation on those was good. I’m not saying that it wasn’t good, but after experiencing that feature on these headphones, I could never go back. I also absolutely love that with the push of a button, you can switch from noise cancellation to transparency mode, which not only turns noise cancellation off, but uses a group of different microphones to bring the outside world into your headphones, almost like hearing aids. I am hard of hearing, and I really appreciate that feature.
The headphones are a little heavy, which took some getting used to. My Bose headphones were incredibly light and at times I forgot I was wearing them. You definitely don’t want to accidentally fall asleep with these on, because you will absolutely have a headache when you wake up. That is honestly the only negative thing that I can come up with, however.
I prefer my regular AirPods 3rd generation when I’m cleaning or walking my dog, as well as when I’m outside, but otherwise, these are my go to headphones. The microphone is incredible! All of my colleagues say that I sound super clear in meetings, and when I am FaceTimeing with family or talking to someone that I’m gaming with I’ve only heard the same. I generally use my Kraken Kitty headset for gaming, but I’ve definitely busted out the AirPods Max as well.
Obviously, there’s also no ignoring that if you’re already fully immersed in the Apple ecosystem, the convenience that comes with buying these instead of a different brand is undeniable. Being able to switch from your iPhone to your iPad to your MacBook and back to your iPhone during phone calls and while listening to music — seamlessly without having to worry about pairing — is incredibly smooth and enjoyable. It’s also great to be able to see your battery life on your screen. They also pair without issue with devices outside of the Apple ecosystem, like the Nintendo Switch!
I am well aware of the fact that most people can’t just up and decide to buy a set of headphones like this, but if you’ve had them in your cart, or on a wish list for a while, and you have been saving up, but afraid to make the leap, just go ahead and leap! You won’t regret it.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2024
Color: PinkSet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase
I’ve had these for about 5 months now and they are literally amazing, the stay charged for a very long time. They fit amazing, the only problem I’ve had is they can sometimes slide down my head because my had is little😂. Noise cancellation is superrrrr great. They are just a little heavier than beats but Very worth the money. And I just found out that the headphones part is magnetic :)
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Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2024
Color: PinkSet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase
I’m so happy 😃 I finally received these AirPod max. My sister and I been eyeing them for over a year and I didn’t think I would ever receive it if my sister hasn’t told me. Omg the price is ever lower than the apple website. I was hesitant 😬 and couldn’t decide which color to pick between the white and pink so I finally picked the pink. Long story short the item totally feels brand new. It works perfectly when you click the button to block out everything else you can’t hear your own voice 😆. Don’t hesitate to buy it!!
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Top reviews from other countries
José Miranda
Para mi, Apple sigue siendo sinónimo de calidad
Reviewed in Mexico on May 13, 2024Color: PinkSet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase
Jay
Absolutely incredible
Reviewed in Canada on May 8, 2024Color: PinkSet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase
Jay
Reviewed in Canada on May 8, 2024
The design is beautiful and understated without any garish logo anywhere. They fit well with your other Apple products. The Digital Crown (that small dial on the top right) is a great way to adjust volume levels.
Siri integration is very useful to change volume levels, make or take calls, or otherwise use your iPhone or Macbook without touching it.
They pair automatically to all your devices via iCloud, and can auto-switch between them.
Now on to the main event: sound quality. They sound amazing. They have a clean sound profile that should please most users with a powerful but not overwhelming bass. You'll discover sounds you never heard before in your favorite songs.
If you subscribe to Apple Music, you also get Dolby Atmos and Spatial Audio that makes it feel like the music is all around you.
Furthermore, they're great headphones for watching movies without bothering anyone around you. They're almost like a home theatre for your ears!
They're a bit on the expensive side, but that should tell you how much we love them to have bought them twice!
If you're invested in Apple's ecosystem and favor design, sound quality and ease of use, then these are definitely for you.
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Catherine
Tout simplement Génial!
Reviewed in Canada on May 14, 2024Color: PinkSet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase
Catherine
Reviewed in Canada on May 14, 2024
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Jesus A.
Diseño
Reviewed in Mexico on April 30, 2024Color: PinkSet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase
Rachel
10/10
Reviewed in Canada on March 17, 2024Color: PinkSet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase
Rachel
Reviewed in Canada on March 17, 2024
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