The AirPods Pro 2 have stronger noise cancelling and clearer calls, with refurbished pricing from about $199 under the Buds 2 Pro's ~$249 street price. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro pay off mainly for Samsung phone owners through Galaxy features. Outside that, the AirPods cover more for less.
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| Spec | AirPods Pro | Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Refurb from $199 | ~$249 street |
| Noise cancelling | Stronger across range | Good |
| Battery | Better real-world | Shorter |
| Comfort & fit | Good | More secure for some |
| Best with | iPhone | Samsung Galaxy phones |
Refurbished AirPods Pro 2 start at about $199, under the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's roughly $249 street price.
The AirPods cancel more noise across the range, hold calls more clearly, and last longer in real use. The Buds 2 Pro fit more securely for some ears.
The Buds 2 Pro pay off mainly for Samsung Galaxy owners through phone features. Outside that, the AirPods cover more for less.
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