The Pixel Buds Pro 2 cost $229, whereas the A-Series cost just $99. It's been a while since the launch of the A-Series, so the earbuds are often discounted, and sometimes they can be found for as low as $59. Both earbuds come in four colors and are widely available.

I used the Pixel Buds Pro 2 for over two weeks, spanning workouts (outdoor runs, indoor cycling classes, and strength training sessions at the gym), neighborhood walk breaks, workday stuff, and just plain music-listening. I wore them for up to 40 minutes at a time.

The Pixel Buds Pro 2 are a remarkable upgrade over the original Pixel Buds, and we now know how Google made its new earbuds so good.