Which AirPods Do I Have? Quick Airpods Serial Number Check

"What AirPods do I have?" Sometimes, it's hard to know which AirPods you have just by looking at them, and the difference between AirPods Gen 1 vs. AirPods Gen 2 is even more difficult to spot. Learn how to find your AirPods model number on your iPhone or iPad, where to find it on the AirPods themselves, and how to know what AirPods you have using that number.

Jump To:

• How to Find Your AirPods Model Number in Settings
• How to Identify AirPods without Using Your iPhone or iPad
• How to Identify AirPods by AirPods Model Number
• Identify AirPods Using the Charging Case
• FAQ

How to Find Out AirPods Model in Settings

How can you tell what AirPods you have? The most reliable and efficient way to identify AirPods or AirPods Pro is to find the model number on your device. Here's how to find your AirPods model number in the Settings app:

1. Make sure your AirPods are paired with your phone then open the Settings app.
   
   
2. Tap your AirPods. If you don't see your AirPods, select Bluetooth and find your AirPods there.
   
   
3. Scroll down until you see Model Name, Model Number, Serial Number, and Version.
   
   

You may also see your Model Name on this screen, and that can help, but by far, the most accurate way is to look up your model number. Once you know your model number, click on it here to identify your AirPods:

A2084 • A2083 • A2032 • A2031 • A1523 • A1722 • A2096 • A2565 • A2564 • A2931 • A2699 • A2698 • A3047 • A3048 • A3049 • A3053 • A3050 • A3054 • A3056 • A3055 • A3057 • A3184 • A3063 • A3064 • A3065

How to Know What AirPods You Have without Using Your iPhone or iPad

You'll be looking very closely at your AirPods for this, so if you need visual assistance to read small text, be sure to grab your glasses or a magnifying glass. Here's how to do an AirPod serial number check:

1. Look at your AirPods.
2. If you have AirPods that are earbuds, look near the base of the stem of the earpiece. If you have over-ear headphones, look on the upper inside of the headphone, near where the over-ear piece connects to the headband. You will see some light gray numbers and text. The model number will be in the format A#### (an A with four numbers after it).
   
   
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Now, let's go over all the AirPods models currently available.

How to Identify Your AirPods by the Model Number

"What kind of AirPods do I have?" Use the model number to know what AirPods you have if you're not able to identify them in some other way. Below is a list of model numbers and the year they came out. This will help you tell what type of AirPods you have, and is the best way to figure out if you have first-generation or second-generation AirPods, or a later version. Here is the list of all AirPod generations and their respective model numbers.

AirPods Max 2

• Model number: TBA
• Year introduced: 2026

AirPods Pro 3

• Model number: A3063, A3064, A3065
• Year introduced: 2025

AirPods Max with USB-C Charging

• Model number: A3184
• Year introduced: 2024

AirPods Max

• Model number: A2096
• Year introduced: 2020

AirPods Pro Second Generation with MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C)

• Model number: A3047, A3048, A3049
• Year introduced: 2023

AirPods Pro Second Generation with MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning)

• Model numbers: A2931, A2699, A2698
• Year introduced: 2022

AirPods Pro

• Model numbers: A2084, A2083
• Year introduced: 2019

AirPods Fourth Generation with Active Noise Cancellation

• Model numbers: A3056, A3055, A3057
• Year introduced: 2024

AirPods Fourth Generation

• Model numbers: A3053, A3050, A3054
• Year introduced: 2024

AirPods Third Generation

• Model numbers: A2565, A2564
• Year introduced: 2021

AirPods Second Generation

• Model numbers: A2032, A2031
• Year introduced: 2019

AirPods First Generation

• Model numbers: A1523, A1722
• Year introduced: 2017

This is the complete list of AirPod generations that are currently out.

Identify AirPods Using the Charging Case

To use your charging case to identify the model of your AirPods, you will need to locate the status light and a couple of other details, such as the charging method. The best way to determine what type of AirPods you have or the difference between AirPods 1, 2, 3, and 4,  as well as AirPods Pro, AirPods Pro 2, and AirPods Pro 3 is by finding the model number within the Settings app, but identifying the AirPods case can certainly help. This method is also helpful if you need a replacement AirPod case and want to purchase the correct one. 

AirPods Max & AirPods Max 2

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These are by far the easiest AirPods to identify, as the new over-ear design is unique to the AirPods Max. Still, it's always good to know how to tell if AirPods are fake or legitimate, and this can help you do that.

AirPods Max do come with a Smart Case, but the case only preserves charge when the AirPods Max are in Ultra-low Power Mode. Otherwise, charging must be done with a Lightning cable, or a USB-C cable for both the 2024 version and AirPods Max 2.

AirPods Pro

Charging case model number: A2190

The AirPods Pro charging case can be used with wireless chargers. The shape of the charging case is longer than it is tall. It has a Lightning connector at the bottom of the case. The status light is on the front of the case. The serial number is on the underside of the case lid, allowing you to do a quick AirPod serial number check. If this describes your AirPods charging case, you have the AirPods Pro.

AirPods Pro 2

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Charging case model number: A2700 (Lightning, 2022), A2968 (USB-C, 2023)

The AirPods Pro 2 charging case can be used with wireless chargers and MagSafe-compatible chargers. For the 2022 model, there's a Lightning connector on the bottom of the case, and for the 2023 model, you'll have a USB-C connector for plug-in charging. New features of the AirPods Pro 2 case include a lanyard loop on the side and an external speaker on the bottom of the case to indicate charging and battery level. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number is on the underside of the case lid. The only difference between the 2022 and 2023 AirPods Pro 2 is that the newer model uses a USB-C connector instead of a Lightning connector.

AirPods Pro 3

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Charging case model number: A3122

The AirPods Pro 3 charging case can be used with wireless chargers and MagSafe-compatible chargers but there is also a USB-C connector for plug-in charging. Just like the AirPods Pro 2 case, this new charging case has an external speaker at the bottom which can communicate battery status and confirm charging. The case also has a lanyard loop on the side for an easy way to secure the case while on the go. For more great AirPods content and tips on all AirPod generations, check out our free Tip of the Day.

AirPods 1st Generation or AirPods 2nd Generation

Charging case model number: A1938

This AirPods charging case is taller than it is long. You can charge this case wirelessly or with a lightning cable. There is a Lightning connector at the bottom of the case. The status light is at the front of the case. The serial number is on the underside of the case lid, allowing you to do a quick Apple AirPods serial number check. If this describes your AirPods charging case, you may have the AirPods 1st or 2nd Generation.

AirPods 1st Generation or AirPods 2nd Generation

Charging case model number: A1602

This AirPods case has a Lightning connector on the bottom of the case. The status light is on the inside of the case. The serial number is on the underside of the lid. If this describes your Charging Case, you may have the AirPods 1st or 2nd Generation. 

AirPods 3rd generation Lightning Charging Case 

Charging case model number: A2897

There are two types of case for Apple's AirPods 3. This case charges via a Lightning connector on the bottom. The status light is on the front of the case, and you'll find the serial number on the underside of the lid.

AirPods 3rd generation MagSafe Charging Case 

Charging case model number: A2566

The second type of case for third-generation AirPods is the MagSafe charging case. This case charges wirelessly and is, of course, MagSafe compatible. If wireless charging isn't available, there's also a Lightning connector on the bottom of the case. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number on the underside of the lid. 

AirPods 4th generation USB-C Charging Case

Charging case model number: A3058

This case for fourth-generation AirPods is the USB-C charging case. This case charges via a USB-C port on the bottom of the case. The status light is on the front of the case, and you'll find the serial number on the underside of the lid.

AirPods 4th generation MagSafe Charging Case 

Charging case model number: A3059

The second type of case for fourth-generation AirPods is the MagSafe charging case. This case charges wirelessly and is, of course, MagSafe compatible. If wireless charging isn't available, there's also a USB-C connector on the bottom of the case. The status light is on the front of the case, and the serial number on the underside of the lid. 

Now that you have found your model number and identified which type(s) of AirPods you have, you can find the right accessories or ask Apple Support specific questions when needed. If needed, you can also learn how to identify old iPhone models. Next, find out what to do when your AirPods mic is not working.