AirPods Protective Cases: Keep the Charging Case Safe from Drops and Scratches
The AirPods charging case is small, glossy and easy to drop, and its white plastic picks up scratches and dirt quickly. A protective cover adds grip, absorbs impacts and makes the case easier to find in a bag. Covers are made for specific AirPods generations, because each generation has a different case shape.
Check the generation
AirPods 2, AirPods 3, AirPods 4, AirPods Pro and AirPods Pro 2 cases differ in size, hinge position, charging port and, on some models, a lanyard loop and a speaker opening for Find My sounds. The model number is printed inside the lid or shown in the Bluetooth settings of a connected iPhone. A cover for the wrong generation will either not fit or will block the port, pairing button or speaker.
Materials compared
- Silicone covers are soft, grippy and absorb shocks well; they are inexpensive and come in many colours.
- TPU and clear covers keep the original look while protecting against scratches.
- Hard PC shells are thin and rigid, often with a matte or printed finish.
- Leather and PU leather covers give a more premium appearance.
- Rugged covers with thicker corners and a locking clasp suit sports and outdoor use.
Features worth checking
- Wireless charging: thin covers usually allow Qi or MagSafe charging; thick or metal-decorated covers may not.
- Openings: the charging port, status light and pairing button should remain accessible.
- Lid fit: a two-piece design that wraps the lid and base separately opens more smoothly than a one-piece cover.
- Carabiner or lanyard: lets you attach the case to a bag, belt loop or keys.
Care tips
Silicone covers attract lint, so remove the AirPods case occasionally and wipe both the cover and the case. If the lid becomes stiff after fitting a cover, check that the hinge area is not pinched. Before charging wirelessly, make sure nothing metallic is attached to the back of the cover.
For gifts or for families with several pairs of AirPods, covers in different colours or designs make it easy to tell the cases apart.
Related categories: Apple Accessories, iPhone Accessories, iPad Accessories, Mac Accessories