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Can I use AirPods in the shower?

I’m here today to answer the question that many people have been asking: Can I use AirPods in the shower? As an avid AirPods user, I can tell you that this is something that I’ve been wondering about for quite some time. I’m sure many of you have asked yourselves the same question, so I’m here to provide you with the answer.

In this blog post, I will discuss the safety and practicality of using AirPods in the shower, so stay tuned to find out the answer!

Key Takeaways
AirPods should not be used in the shower due to their IPX4 rating.
AirPods should also not be allowed to get very wet for any other reason.
AirPods 3rd gen also have an IPX4 rating so should not be used in the shower.
If AirPods get wet, try to dry them off as much as possible and do not put them in the charging case until they are completely dry.

Can I use AirPods in the shower?

The AirPods should not be used in the shower. This is because they have an IPX4 rating meaning that they are splash and sweat resistant but not waterproof.

Therefore, it is also the case that the AirPods should not be allowed to get very wet due to things such as being washed, used in the bath, or used when swimming.

This also means that it is possible for them to become damaged if you use them when it is raining. With that being the case, it would help to try to limit how much you use them in the rain.

For people who are heavy sweaters, it may also be the case that the AirPods could get damaged from sweat. However, for most people, it should be ok to wear AirPods when doing exercise.

Furthermore, the charging case is not waterproof or water-resistant and you must make sure not to get it wet.

Read more: will my AirPods connect if the case is closed?

Can I use AirPods pros in the shower?

The AirPod pros have an IPX4 rating. This means that they are water and sweat-resistant, but they are not waterproof nor are they sweatproof.

With that being the case, you should not use the AirPods pro in the shower. You should also avoid allowing them to get very wet for any other reason as well.

However, you should be ok to work out with them. It is not the case that there have been widespread complaints from people claiming that their AirPods have become damaged due to sweat so you should be ok.

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Can I use AirPods 3 in the shower?

The AirPods 3rd gen have an IPX4 rating. Therefore, they are water and sweat-resistant, but they are not waterproof or sweatproof. Therefore, care should be taken to limit how wet they are able to get.

This also means that the AirPods 3rd gen should not be used in the shower. They should also not be allowed to get wet via being washed, swimming or from running water.

What happens if I use AirPods in the shower?

If you use AirPods in the shower, you will be running a very significant risk that your AirPods will become damaged. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that you do not wear AirPods while you are using the shower.

Read more: Can you connect multiple AirPods to one MacBook?

Are AirPods waterproof?

Neither the AirPods nor the AirPods pros are waterproof. They should not be allowed to get wet due to using the shower, taking a bath, washing them or anything else that might put them in contact with a lot of water.

However, they are splash-resistant and should be able to handle getting very slightly wet due to things such as sweat.

What to do if the AirPods get wet?

If you use your AirPods in the shower or they get wet for any other reason, you should try to dry them as much as possible by wiping them with a dry towel.

You should also wait for them to completely dry before putting them in the charging case otherwise you could cause more damage.

Pros and Cons of using AirPods in the Shower

Pros:

  • They are splash and sweat resistant so they can still be used while exercising.
  • The charging case is also not waterproof, so it should be ok to use them in the rain.

Cons:

  • The AirPods have an IPX4 rating meaning they are not waterproof and should not be used in the shower.
  • They should also not be allowed to get very wet for any other reason.
  • If they do get wet, it is important to try to dry them off as much as possible and not put them into the charging case until they are dry.

Pros:

  • They are splash and sweat resistant so they can still be used while exercising.
  • The charging case is also not waterproof, so it should be ok to use them in the rain.

Cons:

  • The AirPods have an IPX4 rating meaning they are not waterproof and should not be used in the shower.
  • They should also not be allowed to get very wet for any other reason.
  • If they do get wet, it is important to try to dry them off as much as possible and not put them into the charging case until they are dry.