Apple's two best in-ear headphones both offer active noise cancellation, but there are some important differences you'll want to consider before making a purchase.

At their Glowtime Event in September, Apple unveiled their latest lineup of iPhones, their new Apple Watch Series 10 and the refreshed Apple AirPods 4, which now come with ANC. The launch event had a mixed bag of reactions coming from the fans.

The AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation bridge the gap between the base AirPods and the AirPods Pro. How do they perform?

Active noise cancellation is the most significant difference between the two models, but it's far from the only one.

Apple’s AirPods line has always held a special place in my heart. I adore my AirPods Pro 2 and their stunning noise canceling, as they get me through almost every journey I take on the train. My AirPods Max are the best way to get incredible sound from my TV when the rest of my household has gone to sleep,