AirPods Max 2 Drop to $399 — Record Low, $150 Off for Prime Day 2026

Apple's AirPods Max 2 have dropped to a new record low of $399 on Amazon — $150 off the $549 retail price, a 27% discount that marks the first major price cut since launch.

Deal Details

• Price: $399 (was $549) — $150 off, 27% discount, all-time low
• Previous low: ~$499, making this $100 below the previous record
• Colors: Available in all five colors — Midnight, Starlight, Blue, Orange, Purple
• Retailers: Amazon and Walmart are both matching at $399
• Prime Day: Part of Prime Day 2026 (June 23–26) — stock may be limited

Why This Matters

The AirPods Max 2 launched at $549 in March 2026 with USB-C, improved H2 chip, Adaptive Audio, and up to 20 hours of battery life. A $150 discount this early in their lifecycle is aggressive — Apple products typically don't see this level of discounting until 6+ months post-launch. At $399, they're now cheaper than the original AirPods Max at launch ($549), making them the best-value premium headphones in Apple's lineup.

Should You Buy?

At $399, the AirPods Max 2 are a strong buy for Apple ecosystem users who want premium over-ear headphones. The main competitors at this price point are the Sony WH-1000XM6 at ~$300 (better value, arguably better ANC) and Bose QC Ultra Headphones at $300 refurbished. For earbuds instead, the AirPods Pro 3 at $169 remain the better deal per dollar. Read our full buying analysis. Compare all options in our audio guide.