Whether it's your left or right AirPod not working, this article explains what could be causing the problem and how to fix it. The tips in this article apply to all AirPods models, including AirPods 1 and 2, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max. Show If you're having trouble with both AirPods, you could be looking at completely different issues. Learn how to fix both AirPods when they're not working. Why Is My AirPod Only Playing in One Ear?When your AirPod is playing in only one ear, something's wrong. The causes can range from the reasonably simple (low battery charge or dirty AirPods) to the pretty complex (problems with network or audio settings). Given that, there's no single cause for this AirPods problem so there's no single fix, either. The best thing to do is walk through troubleshooting steps until the AirPod starts working again. How Do I Fix My AirPods When Only One Works?The possible fixes are listed below from simplest to most complex so try them in this order:
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