Samsung's Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Are at a New All-Time Low Price Right Now
While the new Galaxy Buds 3 Pro may have taken the older model off our list of 2025's top wireless earbuds, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are still plenty good enough for a lot of people. Well, you can currently get your hands on these excellent earbuds for just $90, which is a massive $140 off, thanks to a deal on Woot.
CNET audio expert David Carnoy found a lot to love about these earbuds in his initial review, noting their comfortable stemless design, excellent sound quality and impressive voice-call performance. The noise-canceling capabilities won't compete with pricey, premium pairs like the Sony WF-1000XM5, but are decent for the price. They also boast an IPX7 water-resistance rating and have a battery life of up to 18 hours with ANC on.
It's also important to note that these earbuds are designed as a companion for Samsung phones, and there are a few features that are only available when paired with a Galaxy device. That includes virtual surround sound, hands-free voice assistance and new AI-powered features like real-time translation. Fortunately, there are plenty of Galaxy S25 deals or offers on the previous S24 series available right now to help you get one of these powerful Android phones in your hand for less.
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There are plenty of other excellent earbuds and headphones on sale right now, and Apple users will want to check out our roundup of all the best AirPods deals as well.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro would normally cost you $230, and while there are plenty of people who paid that price for them, it's not necessary with deals like this. While the new version of these earbuds is technically better, they're nowhere near this price, so this is an excellent deal.
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