With the Fit Test you can check exactly what size ear pads you need for the AirPods Pro. This improves the sound quality, active noise cancellation and wearing comfort.
AirPods Pro Fit test: this is how you get the best sound
Those who purchase the AirPods Pro will receive three types of ear cushions. That way you always have a size that fits and is comfortable. Now you can of course check the old-fashioned way if the ear pads connect, but you can also use Apple’s Fit Test. All you need, besides the AirPods Pro itself and several ear pads, is a paired iPhone or iPad:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad;
- Select ‘Bluetooth’ and under ‘My devices’ tap the information icon next to the AirPods Pro;
- In the newly opened menu, press ‘Fit test’;
- Follow the instructions on the screen, tap ‘Continue’ and play the test clip;
- With a green text, the earplugs are perfect, but with an orange message, something is wrong and you need different ear cushions.
The Fit Test checks, among other things, whether the silicone ends of the AirPods Pro fit properly in your ears. It is also checked whether the sound is optimal. When you get the text ‘Adjust or try a different ear pad’, the intention is to change the size and run the test again. You can also use a different ear pad per AirPod Pro: sometimes one ear is bigger than the other.
More about the AirPods Pro
The AirPods Pro have a suggested retail price of 279 euros, but some stores offer them cheaper. View our AirPods Pro price comparison for the best deals.
Have you lost one or more ear pads? You can order copies from Apple for a few euros each. It is also possible to repair earplugs (individually). Check out our article on AirPods Pro Repair Costs for the exact prices.
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