Lightning EarPods

Name: Apple Lightning EarPods
Brand: Apple
Rating: 71 (3 reviews)

Released Sep 1, 2016 · Analysis updated Mar 30, 2026

Apple Lightning EarPods with familiar fit, louder output, lightweight comfort, and solid sound as an effective replacement. The Apple Lightning EarPods scores 71/100 based on 3 expert reviews in the headphones (wired) category. Coverage includes reviews from Nytimes, Xander51 Medium, and Whathifi.

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based on 3 expert reviews

NytimesXander51 MediumWhathifi

Low confidence · only 3 reviews

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amazon$14.99

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3 Expert Reviews

Major publication09/2016

Major publicationSep 20, 2016

The Lightning EarPods and adapter work as expected with no major issues, though the adapter is easy to lose and the EarPods offer no audio improvements over previous versions.

Independent publication09/2016

Independent publicationSep 19, 2016

For $29 bucks, the Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector are an effective replacement for the old EarPods but offer no meaningful improvements.

Established publication10/2016

Established publicationOct 20, 2016

Apple's included buds are just okay. They're fit for purpose, but easily improved upon...