Identify your AirPods - Apple Support (2024)

Learn how to identify which generation of AirPods you have by using the model number. You can also learn to identify the model of your AirPods charging case.

Find the model number

You can use the model number of your AirPods to find out which generation of AirPods you have.

Look in Settings

  1. Go to Settings > Bluetooth. Alternatively, you can go to Settings > [your AirPods].*

  2. Find your AirPods in the list (for example, "John's AirPods").

  3. Tap the More Info buttonIdentify your AirPods - Apple Support (1) next to your AirPods.

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* If your device doesn't have iOS 14 or iPadOS 14 or later and your AirPods are connected to your device, you can find the model number by going to Settings > General > About. Then scroll down until you see the name of your AirPods, and then tap the name.

Look on your AirPods

If you can't use Settings to get your model number, you can find it on your AirPods. The model number is on the first line of the text printed on the underside of each AirPod, or underneath the left cushion of your AirPods Max.

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Identify your AirPods with the model number

Now that you have the model number, you can use it to learn which AirPods you have:

AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C)

Model number: A3047, A3048, A3049

Year introduced: 2023

AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning)

Model number: A2931, A2699, A2698

Year introduced: 2022

AirPods (3rd generation)

Model number: A2565, A2564

Year introduced: 2021

AirPods Max

Model number: A2096

Year introduced: 2020

AirPods Pro

Model number: A2084, A2083

Year introduced: 2019

AirPods (2nd generation)

Model number: A2032, A2031

Year introduced: 2019

AirPods (1st generation)

Model number: A1523, A1722

Year introduced: 2016

Identify your charging case

Find out which AirPods charging case you have by using the location of the status light and other details.

MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C) for AirPods Pro (2nd generation)

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Model number: A2968

Year introduced: 2023

The MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C) for AirPods Pro (2nd generation) is compatible with Qi-certified wireless chargers, and it can align magnetically with MagSafe-compatible chargers. There's a USB-C port on the bottom of the case for plug-in charging. There's also an external speaker on the bottom of the case to indicate charging and battery status, and a lanyard loop on the side. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the lid.

MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning) for AirPods Pro (2nd generation)

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Model number: A2700

Year introduced: 2022

The MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning) for AirPods Pro (2nd generation) is compatible with Qi-certified wireless chargers, and it can align magnetically with MagSafe-compatible chargers. There's a Lightning port on the bottom of the case for plug-in charging. There's also an external speaker on the bottom of the case to indicate charging and battery status, and a lanyard loop on the side. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the lid.

Lightning Charging Case for AirPods (3rd generation)

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Model number: A2897

Year introduced: 2022

There's a Lightning port on the bottom of the case for plug-in charging. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the lid.

MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods (3rd generation)

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Model number: A2566

Year introduced: 2021

The MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods (3rd generation) is compatible with Qi-certified wireless chargers, and it can align magnetically with MagSafe-compatible chargers. There's a Lightning port on the bottom of the case for plug-in charging. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the lid.

MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods Pro

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Model number: A2190

Year introduced: 2021

The MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods Pro is compatible with Qi-certified wireless chargers, and it can align magnetically with MagSafe-compatible chargers. There's a Lightning port on the bottom of the case for plug-in charging. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the lid. The last four digits of the serial number are either 1059 or 1NRC.

AirPods Pro Charging Case

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Model number: A2190

Year introduced: 2019

Works with AirPods Pro

The AirPods Pro Charging Case works with Qi-certified wireless chargers. There's a Lightning port on the bottom of the case for plug-in charging. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the lid. The last four digits of the serial number are either 0C6L or LKKT.

Wireless Charging Case

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Model number: A1938

Year introduced: 2019

Works with AirPods (2nd generation) and AirPods (1st generation)

The Wireless Charging Case is Qi compatible. There's a Lightning port on the bottom of the case for plug-in charging. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the lid.

Lightning Charging Case

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Model number: A1602

Year introduced: 2016

Works with AirPods (2nd generation) and AirPods (1st generation)

There's a Lightning port on the bottom of the case for plug-in charging. The status light is on the inside of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the lid.

Looking for the serial number?

You can find the serial number of your AirPods in the same place as the model number. Follow the steps at the beginning of this article. If necessary, you can learn other ways to find the serial number.

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FAQs

How do I know if my AirPods are gen 1 or 2? ›

If you can't use Settings to get your model number, you can find it on your AirPods. The model number is on the first line of the text printed on the underside of each AirPod, or underneath the left cushion of your AirPods Max.

How can I verify my AirPods? ›

You should see your AirPod's serial number inside the case on the inner side of the lid. If there's nothing there, your AirPods aren't genuine. Don't worry too much about whether the number is on your case's left or right side.

How do I check if my AirPods serial number is legit? ›

Bring the box to your computer or mobile device and go to Apple's serial number checker to verify that it is, in fact, an Apple serial number. This will also have the benefit of helping you determine if you are actually holding stolen AirPods—even less cool than counterfeit ones.

What generation are A2031 AirPods? ›

The second generation AirPods remained on sale with a price cut following the release of the third generation in October 2021, but only available with the Lightning charging case. The model numbers for the second-generation AirPods are A2032 and A2031.

How to tell the difference between 2nd gen and 3rd gen AirPods? ›

The AirPods (2nd generation) doesn't have a skin sensor like the third-gen AirPods. Apple also replaces the unmarked touch-sensitive region of the AirPods (2nd gen) with a force sensor on the AirPods (3rd gen) stems.

How to tell if AirPods are fake 2nd generation? ›

Counterfeiters are getting better every day, but one area where they might mess up is the serial number. Every original AirPods box comes with a serial number, so make sure you head over to the Apple serial number checker page and type in the serial number of your wireless earbuds to see if they are genuine or not.

What version of AirPods do I have? ›

How to find the model number of your AirPods? The model number can be found in the same way as the serial number. So make sure your AirPods are connected to your iPhone and go to Settings > General > About > Airpods. The model number is also listed on each Airpod itself.

How can I recognize my AirPods? ›

Identify your AirPods
  1. Look in Settings. Go to Settings > Bluetooth. ...
  2. Look on your AirPods. ...
  3. AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C) ...
  4. AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning) ...
  5. AirPods (3rd generation) ...
  6. AirPods Max. ...
  7. AirPods Pro. ...
  8. AirPods (2nd generation)

How to check if an Apple product is original? ›

Enter the Serial Number here: https://checkcoverage.apple.com/. View the Results: If all shows up as an AirPod, then you are fine.

How to identify original AirPods Pro? ›

How do I know if my AirPods are 100 per cent real? You can check the model number and serial number of your AirPods Pro to verify whether they are 100 per cent genuine or not. Both them can be found inside the AirPods Pro case.

What generation AirPods are A2084? ›

Compatibility
ModelAirPods Pro (1st gen.)
TimelineReleasedOctober 30, 2019
DiscontinuedSeptember 7, 2022
ModelModel numberA2084 (left AirPod) A2083 (right AirPod) A2190 (case)
Model identifieriProd8,1
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What is the difference between Gen 1 and Gen 2 AirPods? ›

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) modestly improves upon the first-generation AirPods Pro and features the same iconic look. Apple's upgraded H2 chip begets better active noise canceling (ANC) and battery life, while the case's U1 chip and integrated speaker lets you precisely locate it from the Find My app.

Which generation of AirPods is the newest? ›

AirPods (3rd generation) - Apple.

How can you tell the difference between AirPods 1 and 2 case? ›

It's not as easy as comparing the AirPod pro case vs the AirPod case. The only way to tell the Gen 1 and 2 cases apart would be the serial number under the lid.

What is the difference between Gen 1 AirPods and Gen 2? ›

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) modestly improves upon the first-generation AirPods Pro and features the same iconic look. Apple's upgraded H2 chip begets better active noise canceling (ANC) and battery life, while the case's U1 chip and integrated speaker lets you precisely locate it from the Find My app.

How to tell the difference between the generations of AirPods? ›

Each version of Apple's AirPods is marked by a model number, and these model numbers correspond to the generation: A2931, A2699, or A2698 for AirPods Pro 2nd generation; A2565 or A2564 for AirPods 3rd generation; A2084 or A2083 for AirPods Pro 1st generation; A2032 or A2031 for AirPods 2nd generation; and A1523 or ...

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