The inaugural AirPods Pro arrived on October 30, 2019, so there was a three year gap between first-gen and second-gen iterations. The 2023 version was an anomaly, adding USB-C basically to pair with the newly USB-C-ified iPhone 15.

Apple’s AirPods Pro are one of the most excellent sets of true wireless earbuds on the market, but it’s hard to argue they’re not getting a bit long in

The newest AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are usually the best choice, but older models might be cheaper if you can find them. Always check different stores, not just Apple, because prices can change a lot between retailers.