How to find the right fit with AirPods 3, AirPods 4, or AirPods 5

You can find the right fit with AirPods 3, AirPods 4, or AirPods 5 by inserting them in your ears so they feel snug and secure.

Last updated: October 16, 2026 10:03 am

By Kevin Shaw - Editor

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For the best fit, it matters how you insert AirPods 3, AirPods 4, or AirPods 5 in your ears. When they’re in right, your AirPods should feel snug and secure.

An animation of AirPods 3 being inserted into the ear.

Gently press AirPods in your ears and rotate toward your face. Your AirPods should feel snug and secure.

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ByKevin Shaw

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Kevin Shaw is a seasoned tech journalist based in Los Angeles with a penchant for all things Apple. He started writing about Apple products in 2007 and it's been a love affair ever since. He has spent over a decade testing and writing about iPhones, iPads, Macs, and other Apple products. In his spare time, he likes nothing more than catching up with the latest news and sports podcasts on the beach.