The AirPods Pro have ear tips that fit into the ear and the AirPods Max has ear cushions of acoustic memory foam. This makes noise reduction possible and, according to Apple, the wearing comfort is improved. Despite the caps and ear cushions are well attached to the AirPods, it may happen that you lose them, be broken or no longer fit well.
Fortunately, you can then replace the cushions with a new one. You can purchase a new pair via the Online Apple Store or use a cheaper alternative. Have you closed AppleCare+? Then you might get a free set.
Buy AirPods Pro Oortips and Capjes
Do you want new AirPods Pro Capjes? Then you can order a new set online for a tenner and you will have them quickly at home. Below an overview:
Airpods Max Ear cushions
The AirPods Max ear cushions of acoustic memory foam are also available separately, here you count € 79 for and are magnetically attached to the Max. Do you notice that the noise reduction no longer works properly? Then a new set is recommended, so the shell connects better. The shells are of course available in all max colors.
- Buy AirPods Max Ear cushions via Online Apple Store
AppleCare+ and AirPods Oortips or pillows
If your AppleCare+ closed on your AirPods, you may be able to have the ear tips or ear cushions replaced by Apple for free. Some owners have reported that Apple replaces the ear cushions for free, but this is not always the case. It seems that it depends on the willingness of the employee, the conditions cannot be found about free replacing AirPods Pro Oortips or ear cushions for AppleCare+ owners.
Cheaper alternative
Do you know friends with AirPods Pro and do they happen to have a different size of ear tips? Then you can ask if they want to exchange a set. You can then give the size that you do not use and their can do that.
Of course you can also buy unofficial AirPods Pro Oortips, which are more often much cheaper and you get a lot more than two pairs. You can purchase alternative copies via AliExpress or Amazon.
There are also alternatives for sale for the AirPods Max ear cushions, you can find on Bol.com and Amazon Good ear cushions for a lower price.