10 AirPods Max Cases That’ll Protect Apple’s Headphones Way Better Than the Original

It’s hard not to love this stylish accessory. The UAG Ration is our favorite AirPods Max protective case because of its sleek design, convenient features, and uncompromising durability.

The Ration meets military drop-test standards. It has a weather-resistant, ballistic nylon exterior as well as a molded interior with a strap to ensure that the expensive cans stay in place.

Available with a black or olive finish, the Ration also has a carabiner loop and compartments for storing cables and other small accessories. It can accommodate the AirPods Max with or without their Smart Case.

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The Spigen Klasden case is our favorite affordable option for protecting the AirPods Max. The accessory has an elegant, pleasantly understated design, a durable fabric exterior, and a soft interior with a compartment for cables.

We like that this case has a sturdy double zipper and a convenient leather handle. Those, combined with the fabric look, make it appear way more expensive than it actually is.

The Klasden can store the wireless headphones with or without their Smart Case.

Priced at just above $20, the Samyerlen smart case for the AirPods Max will protect the headphones (without the bundled smart cover). The accessory has a molded design, allowing you to showcase the Max’s instantly recognizable silhouette.

The slim profile and durable build are headlined by a shock-resistant exterior shell with a waterproof finish. It has a soft interior with a storage compartment for accessories, as well as a dependable zipper closure.

If you’re worried about damaging the mesh canopy of the AirPods Max, consider investing in a headband cover. This super-affordable offering has a silicone exterior that will reliably protect the headphones’ headband and canopy without hampering the comfort.

The accessory is compatible with both the headphones’ bundled case as well as third-party ones. Installing it takes seconds and requires no additional tools.

You can order the cover in many colors that match the AirPods Max. It has an 18-month warranty, to boot.

Raptic’s Smartform case is a solid alternative to our top pick, with a slightly lower price tag and more utilitarian design. It has a ballistic polyester exterior and rubber lid with a metal closure.

The interior of the Smartform has a soft lining, a storage compartment for cables, and built-in magnets to keep the cans in low-power mode. However, note that there’s no space for a wall charger.

Other key features include a bundled carabiner and a discreet loop for attaching it to the case.

This AirPods Max case by Woolnut is as posh as Apple’s wireless headphones and worth splurging on if you’re after a luxury vibe. It’s handcrafted from genuine Scandinavian leather with exceptional texture in black, cognac, and green colors. The interior has a soft microfiber lining and a premium metal zipper closure.

A leather insert has integrated magnets to put the AirPods Max in low-power mode, while two handy slots hold essential accessories like a charging cable and a wall adapter.

These ear cup covers by Monocarbon are made of genuine carbon fiber with a glossy finish and excellent feel. This option is as high-tech as the wireless headphones themselves.

The ear cup covers are slim and lightweight yet impressively durable. This material doesn’t fade or wear down over time either, adding to the hardiness.

If you don’t like this look, there are versions with a matte finish and a forged pattern, respectively.

If you’re looking to protect your AirPods Max on a budget, consider these ear cup silicone covers by Filoto. For around just $10, they reliably keep your headphones’ metal bits free from scratches and bumps.

The accessories are available in a wide range of colors, from one that matches the AirPods Max all the way to much flashier, crystal-adorned options. They’re also compatible with the AirPods Max Smart Case.

A well-known maker of reasonably priced smartphone cases, Spigen now makes one for the AirPods Max as well. The clear Ultra Hybrid Pro cover is designed to both protect and showcase the wireless headphones’ aluminum-clad ear cups.

The snap-on hardshell covers offer seamless access to the controls and charging port. And because of their ultra thin design, they’re compatible with the Apple smart case.

Spigen’s Urban Fit protective ear cup covers for the AirPods Max have an elegant and strong fabric finish that has a nice feel to it. The snap-on accessories leave the headphones’ button controls and Lightning connector accessible. And you can slap them on in a matter of seconds. The slim profile means they’re fully compatible with the Smart Case.