Connections
- Apple AirPods 4 ANC
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
- Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
- Bluetooth 5.4 connection
Earbud comparison
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected ![]() Apple AirPods 4 ANC
KSh 24,000In Stock | 02 ![]() Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
KSh 28,000In Stock |
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The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 is the stronger choice: it lasts longer between charges (up to 12 hours), while the Apple AirPods 4 ANC only costs KSh 4,000 less.
The main differences to help you choose.
| Priority | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Open-fit design | Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L |
| Weight | 4.3 grams | 4.7 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 4 hours per charge | Up to 12 hours / 48 hours with case (ANC off) |
| Controls | Press once to play or pause media | Capacitive touch and swipe controls |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Water resistance | IP54 water and dust resistance | IP54 water and dust resistance |
| Audio | Custom high dynamic range amplifier | Google Tensor A1 audio processing |
| Charging | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time | 5 minutes provides up to 1.5 hours (ANC off) |
| Software | Built into supported Apple operating systems | Works with the Google Pixel Buds app |
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Explore the full specifications, section by section.
| Specification | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Apple | |
| Model | AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation | Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
| Announced | 2024 | 2024 |
| Type | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds |
| Color | White | Porcelain, Hazel, Wintergreen, Peony, Moonstone |
| Specification | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 4.3 grams | 4.7g per earbud; 65g case with earbuds |
| Dimensions | 30.2 mm x 18.3 mm x 18.1 mm | Earbud 22.74 x 23.08 x 17.03mm; case 49.9 x 63.3 x 25mm |
| Specification | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 4 hours of listening time on a single charge with Active Noise Cancellation enabled; Up to 5 hours of listening time on a single charge with noise control off | Up to 12 hours / 48 hours with case (ANC off); 8 hours / 30 hours with case (ANC on) |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time | 5 minutes provides up to 1.5 hours (ANC off) |
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C (case) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes (Qi case) |
| Specification | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Connector | Wireless audio connection | — |
| Cable Length | No audio cable included | — |
| App Support | Built into supported Apple operating systems; no separate app | Google Pixel Buds app on Android |
| Multipoint Connection | — | Yes |
| Specification | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Gemini and Google Assistant |
| Sensors | Optical in-ear sensor; Motion-detecting accelerometer; Speech-detecting accelerometer; Force sensor | Capacitive touch, IR proximity, accelerometer, gyroscope and Hall sensors |
| Special Features | Live Translation for communicating across languages | Google Tensor A1; Conversation Detection; Find My Device network |
| Specification | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | Custom high-excursion Apple driver | Custom-designed 11mm dynamic drivers |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Yes | Active Noise Cancellation with Silent Seal 2.0 |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Adaptive Audio; Transparency mode; Conversation Awareness | Yes |
| Spatial Audio | Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking | Spatial Audio with head tracking on compatible Pixel devices |
| Microphones | Dual beamforming microphones; Inward-facing microphone | Three microphones per earbud |
| Audio Features | Custom high dynamic range amplifier; Adaptive Audio; Conversation Awareness; Voice Isolation; Adaptive EQ; Vent system for pressure equalization; H2 headphone chip | Google Tensor A1 audio processing; multi-path signal processing; hearing wellness features |
| Specification | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | Charging Case (USB-C) with speaker | Charging case |
| Case Battery Life | Up to 20 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation enabled; Up to 30 hours of listening time with noise control off | Included in total battery figures above |
| Case Charging | Works with USB-C connector, Apple Watch charger, or Qi-certified chargers | USB-C |
| Case Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Case Dimensions | 46.2 mm x 50.1 mm x 21.2 mm | 49.9 x 63.3 x 25mm |
| Case Weight | 34.7 grams | 65g with earbuds |
| Case Features | Includes a speaker for use with Find My proximity view | Protective charging case |
| Specification | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Press once to play or pause media; Press once to answer a call or mute or unmute; Press once for camera remote; Press twice to end a call; Press twice to skip forward; Press three times to skip back; Press and hold for Siri; Say "Hey Siri" or just "Siri"to do things like play a song, make a call, or get directions | Capacitive touch and swipe controls |
| Water & Dust Resistance | Dust, sweat, and water resistant (IP54) | IP54 earbuds; IPX4 case |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | Open-fit design | Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L |
| Specification | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation | Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds |
| Charging Case | Charging Case (USB-C) with speaker | Charging case |
| Charging Cable | USB-C charge cable sold separately | USB-C charging cable |
| Audio Cable | Not included | True wireless design |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | Open-fit design | Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L |
| Documentation | Documentation | Quick start guide and safety documentation |
These products have the same published specifications.
For most buyers the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 is the better buy; the Apple AirPods 4 ANC makes sense if price matters most, as it costs less.
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