So yes, they work best within an Apple ecosystem, and have a few quirks you’ll need to accept before you’re rewarded with some of the best audio you’ll likely hear from a pair of wireless cans, but there’s also the matter of pricing. If you pit them against the options from Sony and Bose, the AirPods Max might look, at first glance, as being priced out of contention. Sure, if you’re coming from an Android/Windows owner’s perspective, they’re unlikely to justify their price tag. But if you’re the sort who already uses an iPad/iPhone and a MacBook, the AirPods Max deliver seamless, near-instant connectivity across the ecosystem that is unparalleled in the market. Couple that with the ultra-premium design and materials, dock a couple of points for that case, and you have a pair of headphones that feel worth the extra asking price.

Apple AirPods Max

Pros: Ultra-luxurious design, comfortable, stylish looks, excellent controls, fantastic sound quality with an expansive soundstage and best-in-class ANC, seamless switching

Cons: Power management and battery life, Smart Case, no granular control on ANC, expensive, no included headphone cable

Rating: 8/10

Price: Rs. 59,900 (in Space Grey, Silver, Green, Sky Blue and Pink)