How to spot fake AirPods (and where to get real ones for less)
The fake AirPods market is massive right now. Here's how to tell the difference:
Check the serial number โ go to checkcoverage.apple.com and enter it. Fakes won't show up or will show a different product.
Weight matters โ real AirPods Pro weigh exactly 5.3g each. Fakes are usually lighter or heavier.
Sound test โ play a song with heavy bass. Fakes fall apart below 100Hz. Real AirPods have clean low-end response.
The hinge โ open and close the charging case. Real ones have a smooth, magnetic snap. Fakes feel loose or plasticky.
Transparency mode โ this is the dead giveaway. Fake AirPods either don't have it or it sounds like garbage.
I sell verified, sealed AirPods at PodVault for $79 โ way below retail. Every pair comes sealed with a verifiable serial. No cap, no knockoffs.
If you're tired of getting scammed on eBay or random sites, check it out.
