If you own AirPods, then you absolutely need this $6 cleaning kit

AirPods are one of the greatest inventions of the last century. Music delivered straight to your eardrums? Uh, yes! But then there’s the downside — they can get pretty yucky, pretty fast. To keep your earbuds working as well as they should (and without all the grimy buildup from sweaty earwax), you need something like this AirPod Cleaning Kit. Right now, it’s just $6 — that’s 50% off.

Why is this a good deal?

It might not seem like much, but a small investment can go a long way — and it goes even further when you consider that on top of being 50% off, this is on par with the lowest price these have ever been.

Why do I need this?

For starters, this cleaning kit is beginner-proof. It’s made of soft materials that won’t damage your AirPods, so you don’t have to worry about inexperience resulting in disaster. It comes with multiple tools in one. The metal tip of the cleaning pen is used to remove buildup in the holes of the AirPods, while a soft microfiber brush can be used to sweep away debris.

A larger brush is used for cleaning out the inside of the charging case, too. You might not think it’s necessary, but have you put your AirPods back into the case and they didn’t charge? The reason is mostly likely because the contacts didn’t make a secure connection due to something (like earwax, ew) being in the way.

This is a simple, small kit that you won’t need to use often — but regular cleanings will keep your AirPods working properly much longer. Plus, you know, it’s just a lot nicer to wear clean ones than those with enough wax buildup to still hear last season’s hits.

What reviewers say

“I love using this to clean my AirPods. It helps a lot to keep them clean and the product is super easy to use. Definitely recommend for your AirPods!” said one shopper.

Another fan raved, “This airpod cleaning kit is the size of an ink pen and works like a dream. The pointed tip is perfect for cleaning dust and a certain yellow residue from the mesh ear tips, and the flocked sponge easily captures dust and dirt trapped in the charging case. So easy to just to throw in your bag and go.”

The one thing to watch out for? “You would be amazed about the gross stuff clogged in earbuds,” said one customer.

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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