If you own AirPods Pro, you've probably noticed that the silicone ear tips wear out over time. They can become stiff, crack, or simply lose their grip inside your ears. When this happens, the noise cancellation suffers and comfort disappears. Replacement ear tips are one of the easiest ways to restore your AirPods Pro to working order, and the Polislime 4 Pairs Replacement Ear Tips for AirPods Pro 2nd/1st (L-White) are specifically designed to slip onto your existing earbuds without any fuss.

Understanding Compatibility: Which AirPods Pro Do You Have?

Before ordering any replacement ear tips, you need to confirm which AirPods Pro model you own. The Polislime replacement tips work with AirPods Pro 2nd Generation (2021) and AirPods Pro 1st Generation (2019), as well as the AirPods Pro USB-C Charging Case (2023). They are not compatible with the standard AirPods 2nd or 1st generation, or AirPods 3, so check your device first.

The simplest way to identify your model is to check your original box or go to Settings on your iPhone or iPad. Open Bluetooth settings, tap the information icon next to your AirPods Pro, and look for the generation information. You can also examine the physical design: the 2nd generation has a redesigned charging case with a speaker on the front, while the 1st generation has a more minimalist case.

Finding Your Correct Size: Why Large-White Matters

The Polislime replacement tips come in large (L) size. Apple's AirPods Pro ship with three sizes: small, medium, and large. Wearing the wrong size defeats the purpose of replacement tips because a poor fit compromises both comfort and noise cancellation.

To determine whether you need large tips, think about how your current AirPods Pro sit in your ears. Large tips are typically suitable if you have bigger ears or if the medium tips (often the default) feel too loose. You might notice medium tips falling out during exercise, or they simply don't seal properly against your ear canal. If that's your experience, large tips could make a real difference.

You can test this before committing to a full replacement set. Apple includes all three sizes with new AirPods Pro, so if you still have your original tips, try the large ones and see how they feel over a few days. If they're more comfortable and give you a better seal, then large replacement tips are the right choice.

What Makes These Replacement Tips Different

Standard silicone replacement tips are cheap and widely available, but they often omit important details. The Polislime tips include two noise reduction holes on the side, which mirror the design of Apple's original tips. This matters because these holes are essential for maintaining the noise cancellation performance of your AirPods Pro. Without them, you lose some of the active noise cancelling capability that you originally paid for.

The tips also feature a built-in dust guard screen that acts as an air filter, helping to keep debris out of the speaker mesh. This extends the lifespan of your earbuds and keeps them cleaner over time. The material is high-quality soft silicone that resists dust, sweat, and water, making these tips suitable for daily wear and light exercise.

When and How Often to Replace Your Ear Tips

Most people can get several months of use from a single set of ear tips before they start degrading. Signs that it's time to replace them include a visible crack or tear, loss of the seal, hardening of the silicone, or reduced comfort during wear. If you exercise frequently or sweat a lot, you might need to replace them more often than someone who uses their AirPods Pro mainly in quiet office settings.

The Polislime package includes four pairs, giving you plenty of spares. You can rotate between pairs and let each set air dry thoroughly between uses, which helps extend their lifespan. The inclusion of a cleaning pen is useful for removing earwax and sweat buildup from both the tips and the speaker mesh.

Caring for Your Replacement Tips

To get the longest life from your replacement tips, rinse them under warm water once a week and let them air dry completely before reattaching them to your AirPods Pro. Avoid using harsh soaps or chemicals. Store them in a clean, dry place when not in use. The dust guard screen on these Polislime tips means you'll also need to clean the speaker mesh occasionally, which the included cleaning pen makes straightforward.

Polislime replacement ear tips are a practical choice if you need large-size tips for your AirPods Pro 2nd or 1st generation and want to maintain the noise cancellation features of your original earbuds.

The product in this guide: 4 Pairs Replacement Ear Tips for AirPods Pro 2nd/1st (L-White)