Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 review

Pixel Buds Pro 2 are the Android counterpart to AirPods Pro 3 and cost $229 on the Google Store. Google built them around its Tensor A1 chip and says it powers twice the noise cancelling, with Silent Seal 2.0 and an Adaptive Audio mode that lowers loud surroundings while keeping you aware of traffic. Calls get three microphones in each earbud, a voice accelerometer, wind-blocking mesh covers and Bluetooth Super Wideband Clear Calling. Google lists up to 8 hours with ANC on and up to 30 hours with the charging case, or 12 and 48 hours with ANC off, and the case charges on Qi pads. Gemini Live works hands-free, and Live Translate plays translations in your ear while the other person hears them from your phone. The earbuds carry IP54 and the case IPX4. They pair with an iPhone over Bluetooth, but the app features need an Android phone and a Google Account, so iPhone owners get more from AirPods Pro 3.

Who it is for

Android and Pixel phone owners

Price

$229 on the Google Store.

$229 or $19.08/month with 12-month financing
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 13, 2026.

Key features

• Active Noise Cancellation with Silent Seal 2.0 and Adaptive Audio
• Three microphones per earbud, a voice accelerometer and wind-blocking mesh covers
• Up to 8 hours with ANC on and up to 30 hours with the case
• Gemini Live hands-free and Live Translate
• IP54 earbuds, IPX4 case and Qi wireless charging

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Google says the Tensor A1 chip powers twice the Active Noise Cancellation
• Strength: Up to 12 hours per charge with ANC off
• Strength: Pairs with any Bluetooth 4.0+ device, including iPhone
• Weakness: Full features need a Google Account and an Android 6.0 or newer phone
• Weakness: Case is IPX4, lower than the IP54 earbuds
• Weakness: Swipe volume and Gemini Live in noisy spaces are Pro-only, the cheaper Pixel Buds 2a lack them

Key facts

• Price: $229
• Battery (ANC on): Up to 8 hours, 30 with case
• Water resistance: Earbuds IP54, case IPX4
• Mics: Three per earbud
• Bluetooth: 5.4

Where it ranks

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 is No. 3 in our Best Wireless Earbuds verdict.