AirPods are the most useful invention for people who travel everyday or who need to make long phone calls. When doing all these, the AirPods battery life plays an important role. Therefore you should check your AirPods battery health time to time to know how long you can use it.
The wireless AirPods from Apple allow you to listen to music, watch movies, take calls and attend podcasts on your iPhone and Mac. You should charge your AirPods regularly, observe their battery life and get them repaired or replaced when the battery health turns too bad.
There are some simple ways to check AirPods battery health status and percentage that I am going to share here. I will also suggest some tricks to extend your AirPods battery life to use them longer, so read this article till end.
How to Check AirPods Battery Health Status
You need to learn how to check AirPods battery health status to stay updated about your AirPods battery percentage and charge them when needed. By knowing your AirPods battery status, you can save your AirPods from being dead during travel or in-between important calls.
Now, I am going to explain all possible ways to check AirPods battery health status and percentage to help you being aware of your AirPods battery life.
#1. Check AirPods Battery Health on iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch
The AirPods can be paired with any phone or computer/laptop with in-built Bluetooth function. If you are using your AirPods with your iPhone or iPad or iPod Touch device then you can easily check its battery health status on the connected device.
In order to know your AirPods battery status/percentage, make sure that your iPhone is paired with the AirPods. Here I provide a few steps to check AirPods battery on an iPhone as under:
1. Make sure that Bluetooth is enabled on your iPhone or iPad. You can do this through the Control Center or the Settings menu.
2. Hold your AirPods case, with the AirPods inside, near the iPhone/iPad and open the lid.
3. A pop-up should appear at the bottom of your iPhone screen. It will show the remaining battery life of the AirPods and their case.
So, this is how you can quickly check AirPods battery health and their charging case battery status on your iPhone.
#2. Check AirPods Battery Health with Battery Widget on iPhone
The iPhone comes with many different widgets that work as a shortcut for you to get your desired info quickly. These widgets include a battery widget as well.
With the help of battery widget on your iPhone, you can check the battery status/level of your iPhone and AirPods as well. In order to know how to check AirPods battery health with battery widget on iPhone, follow the steps given below.
01. On your iPhone home screen, swipe from left to right to open widgets panel.
02. Scroll down to the bottom and tap on Edit option.
03. Tap the plus + icon at the top-left corner of the screen.
04. Go to bottom of the widget list and tap on Batteries, then adjust the widget size.
06. Place the battery widget at the top of the page for quick access.
07. Tap Done in the top-right corner.
After setting up the battery widget on your iPhone, you can access it anytime. Just swipe right on home screen to open widget panel and see your AirPods battery health status, AirPod case battery status and iPhone battery percentage.
#3. Check AirPods Battery Health on Mac
You can also check your AirPods battery health status on your Mac system. The process is easier than iPhone, so you just need to connect and pair the AirPods with your Mac, then follow the steps given below to check AirPods battery status on Mac.
- On the top of your MacBook screen, click on Bluetooth icon or Speaker icon to access it.
- Now, select your AirPods with a single click to see battery status of left AirPod, right AirPod and the AirPod case.
So, checking AirPods battery on Mac is much easier than any iOS device.
#4. Check your AirPods Battery Health Using Siri
Siri is an in-built voice assistant available on all Mac and iOS devices. You can activate Siri by calling out “Hey Siri” or pressing & holding the home/side or top button on your iPhone or other iOS/macOS device. Now, the question is “can Siri check AirPods battery health for you?”
The answer to the above question is “Yes, Siri can not only check your AirPods battery status but also tell you in its voice.” So, you just need to order Siri and then it will do the rest of the work for you.
Here I provide some simple commands for Siri to check AirPods battery health status, you can use them.
- Hey Siri, how much battery life do my AirPods have?
- Hey Siri, how much battery is left on my AirPods?
- Hey Siri, what is the battery level of my AirPods case?
You can use any of the above mentioned voice commands to check your AirPods battery status using Siri on your iPhone or other iOS/macOS device.
#5. Check AirPods Battery Health without Using iPhone/Mac
You can check your AirPods battery on iPhone, Mac or any other connected device. But it doesn’t mean that you cannot know it without the other device. The AirPods come with a status light that indicates its battery status in different colors.
The AirPods have the indicator light right between the AirPods when put into the charging case. You can check that light to know the AirPods battery health but you cannot know the exact battery level/percentage.
Here I provide some steps to check AirPods battery health status without connecting to the iPhone or Mac device.
- Open the AirPods charging case.
- Put both left and right AirPods into the case.
- Check the status light on front of the case or in-between the left & right AirPods on top of the case.
- If the status light shows solid green color, it means that the AirPods battery is fully charged or almost full.
- If the status light shows amber color, it means that the AirPods battery is not full but it can still run for some time. The amber color light also indicates that the AirPods are charging.
- If the status light is off when the AirPods are into the case, it means that the AirPods battery and case battery are empty, you need to charge it.
So, this is how you can check your AirPods battery status without connecting it to any Mac/iOS device. Kindly remember that the status light will show battery status of the case when the AirPods are out and it will show AirPods battery level when the AirPods are put into the case.
How to Check AirPods Battery Health for Draining Issues
You can check your AirPods battery health at home. You cannot open the AirPods to see the battery condition inside but you can do an observation. You should charge your AirPods with case to 100% and then note down your using time.
You should note the number of hours you use the AirPods everyday. After 4-5 days or a week, you will see that your AirPods battery is over, now you can check how long battery life you got and if the AirPods have any battery draining issues.
In case you find out any battery draining issues with your AirPods then you should reset them. If resetting AirPods doesn’t fix the problem then it’s time to get support from Apple.
Here I provide the steps to get Apple Support for AirPods battery draining issue as follows:
- Go to Apple Support Page @getsupport.apple.com.
- Sign in with your Apple ID and password/passcode.
- Select your product type and model for AirPods.
- Select Power, Battery & Charging in issue tab.
- Click on Continue to proceed.
- Scroll down and Select Chat or Call, depending on your preferences. Then, follow on-screen instructions.
You need to follow the guidelines or tips given by the technician of Apple Support. You can also take your AirPods to nearby Apple Service Center to check & repair or replace AirPods battery if needed.
Apple AirPods Battery Life [Official Battery Life Chart]
The Apple Inc. provides an official battery life chart for all AirPods models. Here I provide the AirPods battery life information for all generations of AirPods and AirPods Pro models. This information will help you to understand if your AirPods provide enough battery life or not.
| AirPods Model | Fast Charging Battery Life | Single Charge Battery Life | Total Battery Life with Case |
| AirPods 1st Generation | 15 Minutes Charging = 3 Hours Music or 1 Hour Calling | 5 Hours Music or 2 Hours Calling | 24 Hours Music or 11 Hours Calling |
| AirPods 2nd Generation | 15 Minutes Charging = 3 Hours Music or 2 Hours Calling | 5 Hours Music or 3 Hours Calling | 24 Hours Music or 18 Hours Calling |
| AirPods 3rd Generation | 5 Minutes Charging = 1 Hour Music or 1 Hour Calling | 6 Hours Music or 4 Hours Calling | 30 Hours Music or 20 Hours Calling |
| AirPods Pro | 5 Minutes Charging = 1 Hour Music or 1 Hour Calling | 4.5 Hours Music or 3.5 Hours Calling | 24 Hours Music or 18 Hours Calling |
Expert Tips to Extend AirPods Battery Life
The AirPods come with 4.5 to 6 hours of battery life per single charge and total 24 to 30 hours of battery life. But many AirPods users have told me that they don’t get enough battery life, so I helped them with my expert tips to extend AirPods battery life.
Now, I am going to share those tips with you so that you can enjoy listening to your favorite songs and do long duration calls with a longer battery life on your AirPods. You can check the expert tips for extending AirPods battery life as follows:
01. Keep AirPods in the Case
You should always keep your AirPods in the charging case. You should get the AirPods out only when you want to use them. Once you are finish using AirPods, put them back into their case. It will save the AirPods battery from draining unnecessarily.
The case starts charging the AirPods as soon as you put them into it and close the lid. It means that you will get fully charged AirPods when you take them out again. So, if you have a habit of keeping your AirPods outside when not in use then change your habit and put them in case to save their battery.
02. Don’t Open AirPods Case Unnecessarily
The AirPods come with user-friendly features that make them easy to use for everyone. One of the features is that the AirPods turn on as you open the lid of their case and they turn off as you close the lid.
If you unnecessarily open AirPods case and close it after a few seconds/minutes, it will drain the AirPods battery. So, you should open the AirPods case only when you want to use them.
03. Charge AirPods on a Mac
The AirPods can be charged in different ways but the most recommended way to charge them is through a Mac computer. You should connect the AirPods charging cable to your Mac and let it charge to full. It is a safer and faster way to charge your AirPods.
04. Use AirPods at Medium Volume
When you use AirPods to listen to music or watch movies/podcasts, you should keep its volume at medium level. The ideal volume for regular AirPods users is 60% or lower, it is safe for your ears as well as it extends battery life of your AirPods.
05. Reset AirPods to Fix Battery Draining
The AirPods come with in-built high quality batteries that provide a long play time. Some AirPods users have quick battery draining problems with their AirPods devices. It can happen due to various reasons and the easiest way to fix it is to reset the AirPods.
Here I provide some simple steps to reset AirPods to restore them to factory settings.
- Put your AirPods into its charging case and close the lid.
- Wait for 30 seconds then open the lid but don’t get the AirPods out.
- Go to Bluetooth settings on your iPhone/Mac and Forget the AirPods device.
- Keep the AirPods case lid open, the press and hold the setup button given on back of AirPods (shown in above picture).
- As you hold the AirPods setup button for 15 seconds, its status light will flash amber and then white.
- You have successfully reset your AirPods, hope it has fixed the battery draining issue.
After resetting your AirPods, you should reconnect and pair them again to your iPhone or Mac. Now, you can enjoy using AirPods longer as the battery draining issue is resolved.
Frequently Asked Questions
The AirPods battery health is the most affecting factor for every AirPods user. Because you can use your AirPods longer only when it offers enough battery life and it is possible if the AirPods battery health is good.
Here I provide some important questions about AirPods battery health to help you understand it better. You should go through all FAQs and their answers to fix your AirPods battery and charging related issues.
Q.1 What should I do if my AirPods aren’t charging?
You should clean your AirPods charging slot(s) with a soft cloth and try again to charge them. If your AirPods case isn’t charging then check and clean its charging socket, the try again.
If cleaning doesn’t work out for you then contact Apple Support @getsupport.apple.com or visit nearby Apple Service Center.
Q.2 Why is my AirPods battery draining fast?
If you are using your AirPods at high volume then the battery will drain faster then usual. If you are using AirPods at medium volume still its battery drains fast then you should reset your AirPods.
In case the AirPods battery draining issue is still not resolved, you should go to nearby Apple Service Center to get your AirPods checked and repaired.
Q.3 Can I get my AirPods battery repaired/replaced at Apple Service Center?
Yes, you can get your AirPods battery repaired or replaced at Apple Service Center if your AirPods battery life is below 80% of its usual battery life.
Conclusion:
The AirPods are your best travel companion to add entertainment to your journey. I have explained everything about how to check AirPods battery health and also suggested some tips to extend AirPods battery life.
In case you still have a query or question regarding AirPods battery health or battery draining issues then ask me in the comment box. I will be happy to answer your queries as early as possible.