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Apple AirPods 4 vs Apple AirPods Pro 3

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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Apple AirPods 4 ANC

Apple AirPods 4 ANC

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 4.3 g.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
  • Up to 4 hours per charge.
KSh 24,000In Stock
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Apple AirPods Pro 3

Apple AirPods Pro 3

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 5.55 g.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
  • Up to 24 hours with the case.
KSh 32,500In Stock
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Apple AirPods Pro 2KSh 28,500
Sony WF-1000XM5KSh 25,500
Beats Fit ProKSh 25,000
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2KSh 28,000
Apple AirPods 5KSh 23,500
AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging CaseKSh 26,500
Sony WF-1000XM4KSh 29,500
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Our quick verdict

The Apple AirPods Pro 3 lasts longer per charge (8 hours) and has better water and dust protection (IP57), while the Apple AirPods 4 ANC costs KSh 8,500 less.

Weight

Apple AirPods 4 ANC
4.3 g
Apple AirPods Pro 3
5.55 g

Battery life

Apple AirPods 4 ANC
Up to 4 hours per charge
Apple AirPods Pro 3
Up to 24 hours with the case

Water resistance

Apple AirPods 4 ANC
IP54 water and dust resistance
Apple AirPods Pro 3
IP57 water and dust resistance

Sensors

Apple AirPods 4 ANC
Optical in-ear sensor, motion-detecting accelerometer
Apple AirPods Pro 3
Skin-detect sensor, motion-detecting accelerometer

Case type

Apple AirPods 4 ANC
Charging Case (USB-C)
Apple AirPods Pro 3
MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C) with speaker and lanyard loop

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple AirPods 4 ANC

  • Lower price: KSh 24,000 (vs KSh 32,500).
  • Case type: Charging Case (USB-C) with speaker.
  • Lighter charging case: 34.7 g versus 43.99 g.

Apple AirPods Pro 3

  • Rated for up to 8 hours per charge (vs 4).
  • IP57 water and dust resistance (vs IP54).
  • Case type: MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C).

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PriorityApple AirPods 4 ANCApple AirPods Pro 3
FitOpen-fit designSilicone ear tips (five sizes: XXS, XS, S, M, L)
Weight4.3 grams5.55 grams
Battery lifeUp to 4 hours per chargeUp to 24 hours with the case
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.3
Water resistanceIP54 water and dust resistanceIP57 water and dust resistance
SensorsOptical in-ear sensor, motion-detecting accelerometerSkin-detect sensor, motion-detecting accelerometer

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirPods 4 ANCApple AirPods Pro 3
BrandAppleApple
ModelAirPods 4 with Active Noise CancellationAirPods Pro 3
Announced20242025
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
ColorWhite—

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirPods 4 ANCApple AirPods Pro 3
Weight4.3 grams5.55 grams
Dimensions30.2 mm x 18.3 mm x 18.1 mm30.9 mm x 19.2 mm x 27.0 mm

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirPods 4 ANCApple AirPods Pro 3
Battery LifeUp 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 offUp to 8 hours of listening time on a single charge with Active Noise Cancellation enabled (up to 7.5 hours with Spatial Audio and Head Tracking enabled); Up to 6.5 hours of listening time on a single charge with heart rate sensing during workouts; Up to 10 hours of listening time on a single charge in Transparency using the Hearing Aid feature
Fast Charging5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless ChargingYesYes

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirPods 4 ANCApple AirPods Pro 3
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.3
ConnectorWireless audio connectionWireless audio connection
Cable LengthNo audio cable includedNo audio cable included
App SupportBuilt into supported Apple operating systems; no separate appBuilt into supported Apple operating systems; no separate app

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirPods 4 ANCApple AirPods Pro 3
Voice AssistantSiriSiri
SensorsOptical in-ear sensor; Motion-detecting accelerometer; Speech-detecting accelerometer; Force sensorSkin-detect sensor; Motion-detecting accelerometer; Speech-detecting accelerometer; Heart rate sensor for workouts; Touch control
Special FeaturesLive Translation for communicating across languagesLive Translation for communicating across languages; Hearing Test; Hearing Aid; Automatic Conversation Boost when using Hearing Aid feature; Hearing Protection

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirPods 4 ANCApple AirPods Pro 3
DriversCustom high-excursion Apple driverCustom high-excursion Apple driver
Active Noise CancellationYesYes
Transparency / Ambient ModeAdaptive Audio; Transparency mode; Conversation AwarenessAdaptive Audio; Transparency mode; Conversation Awareness
Spatial AudioPersonalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head trackingPersonalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking
MicrophonesDual beamforming microphones; Inward-facing microphoneDual beamforming microphones; Inward-facing microphone
Audio FeaturesCustom high dynamic range amplifier; Adaptive Audio; Conversation Awareness; Voice Isolation; Adaptive EQ; Vent system for pressure equalization; H2 headphone chipCustom high dynamic range amplifier; Adaptive Audio; Conversation Awareness; Voice Isolation; Personalized Volume; Loud Sound Reduction; Adaptive EQ; Studio-quality audio recording; Vent system for pressure equalization; Apple H2 headphone chip; Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip in MagSafe Charging Case

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirPods 4 ANCApple AirPods Pro 3
Case TypeCharging Case (USB-C) with speakerMagSafe Charging Case (USB-C) with speaker and lanyard loop
Case Battery LifeUp to 20 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation enabled; Up to 30 hours of listening time with noise control offUp to 24 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation enabled
Case ChargingWorks with USB-C connector, Apple Watch charger, or Qi-certified chargersWorks with MagSafe charger, Apple Watch charger, Qi-certified chargers, or USB-C connector
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Wireless ChargingYesYes
Case Dimensions46.2 mm x 50.1 mm x 21.2 mm47.2 mm x 62.2 mm x 21.8 mm
Case Weight34.7 grams43.99 grams
Case FeaturesIncludes a speaker for use with Find My proximity viewIncludes a speaker for use with Find My
Case Water & Dust Resistance—IP57

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirPods 4 ANCApple AirPods Pro 3
ControlsPress 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 directionsPress 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 to switch between listening modes; Swipe up or down to adjust volume
Water & Dust ResistanceDust, sweat, and water resistant (IP54)Dust, sweat, and water resistant (IP57): AirPods Pro and charging case
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsOpen-fit designSilicone ear tips (five sizes: XXS, XS, S, M, L)

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirPods 4 ANCApple AirPods Pro 3
Headphones / EarbudsAirPods 4 with Active Noise CancellationAirPods Pro 3
Charging CaseCharging Case (USB-C) with speakerMagSafe Charging Case (USB-C) with speaker and lanyard loop
Charging CableUSB-C charge cable sold separatelyUSB-C charge cable sold separately
Audio CableNot includedNot included
Ear Tips / AccessoriesOpen-fit designSilicone ear tips (five sizes: XXS, XS, S, M, L)
DocumentationDocumentationDocumentation

Similarities

  • Both have active noise cancellation.
  • Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Same connector: wireless audio connection.

In summary

For most buyers the Apple AirPods Pro 3 is the better buy; the Apple AirPods 4 ANC makes sense if price matters most, as it costs less.

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In-stock alternatives

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