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Apple AirPods 4 with ANC · 179 €Nothing Ear · 149 €
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| What matters | Apple AirPods 4 with ANCAppleMedium confidence | Nothing EarNothingMedium confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Worth Score | 7.1 | 8.1 (best in this comparison) |
| Best price | 179,00 € | 149,00 € (best in this comparison) |
| Confidence | Medium | Medium |
| Price fairness | 6.9 | 9.6 (best in this comparison) |
| Build quality | 7.8 | 8.4 (best in this comparison) |
| Performance | 7.6 | 8.8 (best in this comparison) |
| Longevity | 7.4 | 7.9 (best in this comparison) |
| Repairability | 2.2 | 4.2 (best in this comparison) |
| Support & warranty | 9.0 (best in this comparison) | 7.6 |
| Battery (ANC on) | 4 h | 5.2 h |
| Noise cancelling | Good for an open fit | Adaptive, up to 45 dB |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP54 buds / IP55 case |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | LDAC, AAC, SBC |
| Case charging | USB-C + wireless | USB-C + wireless |
| Best for | People who cannot stand in-ear tips · iPhone owners · Awareness of surroundings while cancelling noise | Getting flagship sound without flagship pricing · Android owners who want LDAC · Commuters on a budget |
| Avoid if | You want maximum isolation · You are on Android | You need best-in-class noise cancelling · You are deep in Apple's ecosystem |
| Main drawback | Open fit limits how much ANC can do | ANC trails Sony and Bose |
Verdict
The Nothing Ear wins on both score and price.
Across these 2 earbuds, the Nothing Ear has both the highest Worth Score (8.1) and the best score per euro at 149,00 €. That is unusual — normally you trade one for the other. Its weak point is ANC trails Sony and Bose.
Best overallNothing Ear — Highest Worth Score here at 8.1, 1.0 ahead of the Apple AirPods 4 with ANC. Best for getting flagship sound without flagship pricing.
Skip this oneApple AirPods 4 with ANC — Lowest Worth Score here at 7.1, 1.0 lower against the Nothing Ear and no cheaper. Open fit limits how much ANC can do
Prototype data — prices and retailer stock are a fixed demo snapshot from 28 July 2026, not a live feed.