Is an AirPod Warranty Worth It?

• AppleCare+ for AirPods is fairly expensive and limits your repair options.
• By purchasing an Upsie extended warranty, you get comprehensive, flexible protection at a better price.
• You can purchase an Upsie warranty for earbuds and headphones bought in the last 60 days.

Purchase an Upsie warranty today.

Yes! Your Apple AirPods come with a one-year limited warranty. This means that your device is “warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original retail purchase.”

However, you can void the warranty if you use AirPods differently than it’s instructed in the user manual. The warranty also won’t apply if the AirPods have accidental damage, normal battery failure, cosmetic damage, or other damage that isn’t a direct result of a manufacturing defect.

If Apple approves your warranty claim, Apple will do one of two things: “(1) repair the Product at no charge using new parts or previously used Apple genuine parts that have been tested and passed Apple functional requirements” or “(2) exchange the Product with a replacement product of the same model.” Apple will cover the cost of the repairs or replacement at no cost to the customer.

You can check if your AirPods are still under the limited warranty by visiting Apple’s Check Coverage page. Type in the serial number for the AirPods, which can be found on the original packaging or on the charging case’s lid.

Once you enter the serial number, the site will pull up the purchase date and whether your device is still eligible for the limited warranty. It will also tell you whether the device is eligible for AppleCare+. However, there are many reasons to say “No” to AppleCare+. Keep reading to learn why AppleCare+ isn’t the best warranty for your AirPods.

Since the limited warranty for AirPods only covers manufacturing defects, it makes sense to purchase an extended warranty. An extended warranty will offer additional warranty coverage, such as accidental damage protection, for a longer period of time.

For example, Upsie offers a two-year and three-year warranty for AirPods. Both warranties include complete coverage for accidental damage, including cracks, drops, and liquid spills. This comprehensive warranty protection ensures that your AirPods are protected from damage.

Apple offers extended warranties in the form of AppleCare+. However, AppleCare+ isn’t the best option. First, let’s look at the price.

For a two-year warranty from AppleCare for a pair of AirPods, you’ll pay $29. Each time you need to make a claim, you’ll also pay a deductible of $29. The two-year warranty for the AirPods Max costs $59 with a $29 deductible per claim. AppleCare+ is more expensive than warranties from independent warranty providers like Upsie.

Upsie offers a longer warranty term (up to three years) and also costs less. For AirPods that cost less than $100, a two-year warranty is only $9.99. For the AirPods Pro, a two-year warranty is $25.99. Upsie’s three-year plan for the AirPods Pro is only $37.99. In addition, Upsie has a lower deductible cost per claim — $25.

When you choose Upsie instead, you save money on every claim. In addition, Upsie customers can make unlimited claims up to the device’s purchase price.

Another downside to AppleCare+ is that you’re limited to using the Genius Bar. Since there are only 272 Genius Bar locations in the US, you could end up traveling over an hour to your repair appointment. In addition, you have to schedule an appointment with the Genius Bar, which could be days or weeks away.

In contrast, Upsie has a network of fully vetted, certified repair shops that have the customer’s best interest in mind. You can go to most shops for same-day repairs and get your device fixed as quickly as possible.

No, AppleCare isn’t worth it. Luckily, you can cancel your AppleCare plan if you’ve already purchased it. Cancel your AppleCare+ plan within 30 days of purchase for no fees or penalties. After 30 days, you can still cancel the plan, but you’ll receive a pro-rata refund of the original purchase price.

Instead of settling for Apple’s overpriced AppleCare+, choose Upsie. Upsie’s warranties are more affordable and more flexible. In addition, Upsie’s comprehensive coverage ensures that your device is safe from a wide range of damage.

With an Upsie warranty, you have coverage for the following:

• Drops and cracks
• Liquid spills
• Battery failure
• Speaker and sound failure
• Defects
• And More!

Customers also have access to a flexible repair network with convenient and quality options in your area. If you would prefer to ship the device, Upsie will arrange prepaid two-day shipping, as well. Best of all, if they can’t repair your device on the first claim, Upsie will replace it for you.

Get the best protection when you purchase the Upsie AirPods warranty for earbuds bought in the last 60 days.

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