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Apple has since expanded its range with three other AirPods models, making it easy to find a pair that suits your preferences.RELATED: Your definitive guide to the best wireless earbudsRELATED: Best Australian deals on laptopsAll four models do come at a rather premium price though, so it’s worth snapping up your chosen pair on sale. That’s where we come in.Whether you’re looking to invest, replace or upgrade, you can find the best deals and offers on Apple’s AirPods range below – including up to $90 off the AirPods Pro.We’ve also found a great deal that will see you save 64 per cent off a handy cleaning pen that clears dirt and earwax out of the sound outlet of your earbuds without damaging them. It can also remove dust and other buildup from your charging case, making it a truly useful buy.QUICK LINKSBest AirPods dealsWhich AirPods model should you buy?Where to buy Apple AirPods in AustraliaBEST DEALS ON APPLE AIRPODSBelow, we’ve rounded up the best available AirPods deals but, please note: prices are correct and products in stock at time of publishing.HOT BUY: $21.10 off Hagibis Cleaner Kit for AirPods – $11.89 (down from $32.99)Amazon Australia$189 off Apple AirPods Max (Pink) – $710 (down from $899)$170 off Apple AirPods Max (Green) – $729 (down from $899)$159 off Apple AirPods Max (Space Grey) – $740 (down from $899)$153 off Apple AirPods Max (Blue) – $746 (down from $899)$90 off Apple AirPods Pro – $309 (down from $399)$40 off Apple AirPods (2nd Gen) with Charging Case – $179 (down from $219)$35 off Apple AirPods (2nd Gen) with Wireless Charging Case – $284 (down from $319)$20 off Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) – $259 (down from $279)See all headphones deals at Amazon Australia.eBay Australia$61 off Apple AirPods Pro – $338.99 (down from $399.99)$30 off Apple AirPods (2nd Gen) with Charging Case – $225.80 (down from $255.80)$11 off Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) – $268.99 (down from $279.99)See all headphones deals at eBay Australia.MyDeal$41 off Apple AirPods (2nd Gen) with Charging Case – $178 (down from $219)$32 off Apple AirPods (3nd Gen) – $247 (down from $279)See all headphones deals at MyDeal.WHICH AIRPODS MODEL SHOULD YOU BUY?Currently the Apple headphones line up consists of four models: AirPods Pro, AirPods (3rd Gen), AirPods (2nd Gen) and AirPods Max. The AirPods (2nd Gen) are also available with either a regular charging case or a wireless charging case, with the price dependant on the option you choose.As this can all be a little bit confusing, we’ve compared each model below so you can choose the best pair for your needs.APPLE AIRPODS PROBest deal on AirPods Pro: $90 off at Amazon AustraliaThe AirPods Pro are the premium in-ear buds from Apple’s range, usually retailing for $399. Featuring shorter stems than the original AirPods, the Pros are more discrete in design and come in a shorter, wider charging case that is able to be charged wirelessly.Where the original AirPods took a one-size-fits-all approach, the Pros are more customisable – arriving with three soft, flexible silicone tips so you can easily find the best fit for your ears. They also come with voice-assistant Siri, active noise cancellation (so you can block out background noise), and a Transparency mode (so you can hear what’s going on around you). APPLE AIRPODS (3RD GEN)Best deal on AirPods (3rd Gen): $32 off at MyDealA hybrid between the original Apple AirPods and the Apple AirPods Pro, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) keep the shorter stem and water-resistant design of the Pros, but lack their active noise cancellation technology. They also have a new contoured design which Apple has said makes them “sit at just the right angle for comfort.”The pair provides up to six hours of battery life on their own, with listening time extended to more than 30-hours with the charging case. The charging case is also wireless, which means it’s compatible with Qi-certified chargers. Like the rest of the AirPods line, the pair also have Siri built-in for hands-free use.Retailing for $279, the AirPods (3rd Gen) are $120 cheaper than the AirPods Pro, making them a more budget-friendly option for those who don’t need active noise cancellation.APPLE AIRPODS (2ND GEN)Best deal on AirPods (2nd Gen) with Charging Case: $41 off at MyDealBest deal on AirPods (2nd Gen) with Wireless Charging Case: $35 off at Amazon AustraliaApple’s AirPods (2nd Gen) are among the most popular in-ear headphones on the planet and it isn’t hard to see why. The simple-yet-stylish buds have a unique, universal design that makes them comfortable to wear for most people. They also come with voice-assistant Siri, so you can use them completely hands-free.Like the AirPods (3rd Gen), the 2nd Gen buds do not come with active noise cancellation. On their own, the battery life of the pair lasts for around five hours but, with either charging case, this can be bumped up to more than 24 hours.The AirPods (2nd Gen) are available in two options – with a regular charging case or with a wireless charging case. A pair with the regular charging case will set you back $249, while a pair with the wireless charging case (which can be charged with a compatible wireless charging pad) are priced at $319. APPLE AIRPODS MAXBest deal on AirPods Max: $189 off at Amazon Australia (Pink edition)Available in five stylish colourways, the AirPods Max are the first over-ear headphones from Apple’s own line up. Boasting a 4.5 out of 5 star customer rating on Google Reviews, the AirPods Max are some of the best noise-cancelling headphones currently on the market, and are also lightweight and comfortable to wear thanks to their breathable mesh ear cushion design.Similar to the AirPods Pro, the AirPods Max also feature a Transparency Mode, which allows you to hear what’s happening around you – a handy addition for when you’re waiting for public transport or walking down the street.On the downside, they do come at the extremely premium price of $899, so we recommend waiting for a decent sale before adding them to cart.WHERE TO BUY APPLE AIRPODS IN AUSTRALIAIf you’re looking to shop Apple AirPods online, these are the Australian retailers to head to:Amazon AustraliaAmazon Australia sells the full range of Apple AirPods, along with a selection of cases and accessories. While Apple itself is notorious for never discounting its products, Amazon has its own Apple store – and it regularly slashes its prices on AirPods, making it a great place to check out.It also offers free shipping and returns on millions of eligible products for its Amazon Prime members so, if you aren’t a member already, it could be worth signing up for a 30-day free trial. Prime membership also unlocks a range of other benefits including access to exclusive deals and offers, unlimited access to movies and TV episodes with Prime Video, access to 2 million ad-free songs and unlimited access to over 1,000 books and magazines with Prime Reading.Shop AirPods at Amazon Australia.The Good GuysThe Good Guys stocks most Apple AirPods models, though it doesn’t always have the full colour range for the AirPods Max. It offers a great selection of payment options (including Afterpay, Zip, PayPal and Latitude Pay), along with Click and Collect and next day delivery to some postcodes.Shop AirPods at The Good Guys.CatchSimilar to The Good Guys, deals site Catch stocks most of the Apple AirPods range, though it doesn’t always carry all colour options for the AirPods Max. It also sells cases and accessories, offers free delivery for its OnePass members and has a range of payment options available, including Afterpay, Zip Pay and Latitude Pay.Shop AirPods at Catch.MyDeal Australian-based online marketplace MyDeal carries the full Apple headphones range, along with a range of third-party accessories. The site is known for running regular sales, with AirPods often included in the mix.Shop AirPods at MyDeal.Big WPopular department store Big W is well known for its competitive pricing, making it a top spot to shop for Apple AirPods. Its selection doesn’t include the AirPods Max, but it does include the other three models. The store also provides plenty of delivery options, including direct to boot, 2 day delivery and same day delivery. It also offers Afterpay, Zip and Lay-by.Shop AirPods at Big W.eBay AustraliaeBay Australia sells all models from the AirPods range through various third-party sellers, making it easy to compare prices and shipping offers to land yourself the best deal. eBay Plus members can also take advantage of free metro express delivery and free returns on millions of eligible items. Afterpay is available too, though only for select products.Shop AirPods at eBay Australia.Harvey NormanOffering same day and scheduled delivery, free 1-hour click and collect and live chat help, Harvey Norman is a great place to shop the full Apple AirPods range. Some colours from the AirPods Max range are occasionally out of stock, but the site often slashes prices on other popular models like the AirPods Pro, making it worth a look in.Shop AirPods at Harvey Norman.JB Hi-FiPopular electronics retailer JB Hi-Fi carries the full Apple headphones range and offers a price match guarantee on a like for like product from other bricks and mortar and online retailers. (Customers can request price matching while shopping online via the online live chat or by calling 135244.) There are also flexible payment options including Afterpay, Zip and Latitude Pay.Shop AirPods at JB Hi-Fi.OfficeworksStocking the full AirPods range along with cases, charging docks and accessories, Officeworks is a great place to shop for headphones both in-store and online. Shop AirPods at Officeworks.In the market for headphones? 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