AirPods are great, but knowing how water resistant they are will save you a headache. Now we’ll go model by model, and actually the charging case down there is model by model.
AirPods Model Water Resistance
- First Generation and Second Generation AirPods
- Not water or sweat resistant.
- Be careful around water or moisture.
- AirPods (3rd Generation)
- Earphones and case: IPX4-rated.
- What it means: Sweat resistant and light splash resistant.
- AirPods Pro (1st Generation)
- Earphones: IPX4-rated.
- Case: Not water-resistant.
- Please use caution of the case, in particular in wet environments.
- AirPods Pro (2nd Generation)
- MagSafe (Lightning version): IPX4 for earphones and case.
- MagSafe (USB-C version): It comes with light dust resistance of IP54 rated.
- AirPods Max
- Not water or sweat resistant.
- They’re pricey, but please don’t get exposed to moisture.
Key Takeaways
- Cases Matter: Not every AirPods case shares the same water resistance as the earbuds.
- AirPods Max Surprises: But they aren’t water resistant, and they cost a bit.
- Sweat Protection: For workouts, choose IPX4 or better.
Protect Your AirPods
- Avoid immersion: Even the water resistant models aren’t built for full submersions.
- Dry immediately: Wipe them dry with a soft cloth, if exposed to water.
- Store smart: Don’t put AirPods in humid places and keep them in their case.
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