AirPods have different noise levels – fix the problem

Today we want to address a problem when using AirPods, which in most cases is not a big problem. If the AirPods are making different levels of noise, there can be a variety of causes. The good news is that most of them are relatively easy to fix.

Have you noticed that one of your AirPods is quieter? Then take a few minutes and try to get this problem under control with our tips. You have a real chance of enjoying music without interruption again if you have set up your AirPods correctly.

My AirPods are at different volumes – what could be the reason?

We have identified four different reasons why AirPods can be at different volumes. We will now describe these individually and of course also show you how you can change the status so that both headphones are at the same volume again.

Faulty balance

Whether you set it this way consciously or unconsciously, changing the balance will result in different volumes being played on the left and right headphones. Because this may well be intentional, you have the option of making this setting. At the same time, it is of course very annoying if you didn't actually want your AirPods to have a different volume. We'll explain later how to adjust the AirPods balance.

Contamination of the headphones

The more you use the earbuds, the more likely they are to get dirty. You should therefore always make sure to store them in the charging case. There they are protected and at the same time the likelihood of losing a single AirPod is reduced.

problems with the software

The reason why your AirPods are at different volumes can also be due to the software. As you are probably aware, despite constant development, bugs keep creeping in that can lead to malfunctions. Here, too, you can set up your AirPods correctly yourself to rule out this source of error.

The hardware is defective

If you have tried and ruled out all of the above-mentioned causes, then your hardware is defective. The bad news is that you cannot repair the small headphones yourself. repair It is not possible to open the case without destroying it. If the different AirPods volume is due to a hardware failure, then you have no choice but to buy a replacement.

What to do if AirPods have different volume levels?

After we have told you the most common causes, in the next step we want to give you a short guide on how you can fix the reason why an AirPod is quieter.

Adjust the balance on the AirPods

If you want to check if the balance is set correctly, follow these steps:

1. Put both headphones in your ears and connect them to your iPhone.
2. Go to the settings.
3. Select the menu item “Accessibility”.
4. Next, you need to click on “Audio/Visual”.
5. Now move the slider to adjust the AirPods balance. If you can get both headphones to be the same volume again, then you have successfully solved the problem of one AirPod being quieter.

How to clean AirPods properly

Although it is advisable to clean the headphones thoroughly on a regular basis, you should also clean them whenever the AirPods are noisy. Remember that these are highly sensitive electronics and water and other liquids should therefore be used very sparingly. We have explained to you in this article how to best clean the individual components. cleaning instructions compiled.

An update for the software

You probably already have the regular software updates However, something can go wrong with this update or you may have missed an update.  If the AirPod volume is different, you should always check whether you have the latest software version installed. This doesn't take long and can set the AirPods correctly again.

Request a repair

If you are still under the manufacturer's warranty, you can of course use it to get a repair for free. Outside of the warranty, you can contact both the manufacturer and service providers for repairs if an AirPod is quieter. However, find out about the costs beforehand and get a cost estimate. In most cases, the repair will not be economical.

AirPod is beyond repair? We have replacements!

If you decide against a repair or if it is not possible because a single pair of headphones is obviously badly damaged and the AirPods are therefore not as loud as each other, then you will need a replacement. This may sound trivial at first, but you can buy replacement parts for many everyday items directly from the manufacturer or use other comparable offers.

Apple Unfortunately, it is not possible to buy individual parts of a bundle as spare parts. You would have to buy a complete set, which is not only very expensive, but also anything but environmentally friendly. We can only advise against buying cheap headphones that are supposedly compatible. The quality cannot keep up with the originals and you will be disappointed. If you only want to replace the headphones that are quieter, then we have the solution for you.

Individual spare parts delivered quickly

We wanted to offer a solution to all AirPods users who need a replacement part for a single component due to a defect or loss. That's why we buy original sets and disassemble them into their individual parts. This way we can not only promise you the manufacturer's warranty on all individual parts, but also that they are 100% compatible with your other parts.

We offer you charging cases and headphones for the AirPods 2nd generation, the 3rd generation and for the AirPods Pro In our clearly laid out shop you can quickly click on the part you want to replace. Compared to buying a complete new set, you can save a lot of money and at the same time make a small contribution to avoiding waste.

We do not charge shipping costs and only offer you replacement parts that we have in stock. Because we ship within 24 hours of your purchase, you don't have to wait more than a few days to enjoy the usual sound comfort of your headphones. With a replacement part from us, your AirPods will no longer be at different volume levels.