The AirPods 2 were launched back in 2019 and are considered the best cheap wireless earbuds for iPhone users. While the second-generation AirPods usually cost $129, they are currently available on Amazon for $99, which is a fantastic price. Although the AirPods 2 can be used with Android phones, many of their features are exclusive to the iPhone. These features include one-touch pairing, Siri voice commands, audio sharing, and the ability to view battery life.

The AirPods 2 have automatic in-ear detection, which allows them to pause playback when you remove them from your ears. They also have touch controls on the stems that let you play or pause music, play the next or previous track, or summon Siri. These controls can be customized on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, but not on an Android or Windows device. The AirPods 2 earbuds also feature a speech-detecting accelerometer that can automatically detect when you’re speaking and filter outside sound.

While the AirPods 2 do not have active noise cancellation (ANC), their semi-in-ear design makes them a comfortable choice for users who do not like ear tips. The earbuds offer five hours of battery life, while the case extends that to 24 hours. Charging the AirPods for 15 minutes provides three hours of listening time.