# Soundcore AeroClip

The text version of the iDevice Guide at https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap. Same data as the page, last updated 2026-10-31.

> soundcore's $169.99 open-ear clip-on earbuds: an open-ring fit tested to 20,000 bends, 6.0g per earbud, 8 hours per charge and 32 with the case, IP55.

- Status: On sale
- List price: $169.99 (The official starting price.)
- Released Mar 13, 2025 (source: [Anker Innovations (Soundcore)](https://www.einpresswire.com/article/793060730/soundcore-s-aeroclip-open-ear-clip-on-earbuds-offer-comfortable-minimalist-design-for-all-day-use))
- Guide: https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap
- Last updated: 2026-10-31

## Can it do this?

- **What does it cost?** It costs $169.99. That is the list price. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#can-what-does-it-cost))
- **Can it get wet — shower, pool, swimming?** Yes for sweat and rain, but not for the shower. Its rating is IP55. It is rated for splashes, not immersion. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#can-can-it-get-wet-shower-pool-swimming))
- **How heavy is it?** It weighs 6g. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#can-how-heavy-is-it))
- **Does it have noise cancelling?** No, it does not cancel noise. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#can-does-it-have-noise-cancelling))

## Works with

Earbuds that work with Android. They also work with iPhone, with some limits.

- **Does the Soundcore AeroClip work with Xbox?** Doesn't work. Xbox consoles do not support Bluetooth audio. Source: [Microsoft](https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/hardware-network/accessories/connect-compatible-headset). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#q-xbox))
- **Do the soundcore AeroClip work with iPhone?** Some features missing. Yes. AeroClip pairs over Bluetooth and is managed in the soundcore app on iPhone. Source: [Anker (soundcore)](https://service.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-AeroClip-FAQ). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#q-iphone))
- **Which iPhones do the soundcore AeroClip work with?** Some features missing. They work with every iPhone that runs iOS 15.0 or later, from the iPhone 6s on. Source: [Anker (soundcore)](https://service.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-AeroClip-FAQ). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#q-which-iphones))
- **Do the soundcore AeroClip work with Android?** Works. Yes. Works with Android and the soundcore app; LDAC mode is Android-only. Source: [Anker (soundcore)](https://service.soundcore.com/article-description/Soundcore-App-Introduction). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#q-android))
- **Do the soundcore AeroClip support Multipoint / automatic switching?** Works. Yes. Dual Connections lets AeroClip stay connected to two devices. Source: [Anker (soundcore)](https://service.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-AeroClip-FAQ). Checked 2026-09-21.
- **Do the soundcore AeroClip work with Windows PC?** Some features missing. Yes. AeroClip can connect to a computer over Bluetooth, including alongside a phone. Source: [Anker (soundcore)](https://service.soundcore.com/article-description/Soundcore-App-Introduction). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#q-windows-pc))
- **Do the soundcore AeroClip support Live translation?** Some features missing. Yes. Two-way translation in 100 languages through the soundcore app. Source: [Anker (soundcore)](https://www.soundcore.com/products/a3388-aeroclip-open-earbuds). Checked 2026-09-21.
- **How do the soundcore AeroClip handle charging standards?** Some features missing. Unofficial: based on user reports. Manufacturer-authored and hands-on evidence agree: the AeroClip charging case charges over USB-C, while wireless charging is not supported on the original AeroClip case. Source: [Tech for Travel](https://techfortravel.co.uk/tech-review-soundcore-aeroclip-review-open-ear-bass-you-can-feel/). Checked 2026-09-21.
- **Do the soundcore AeroClip work with Companion app / settings?** Works. Yes. The soundcore app on iOS and Android. Source: [Anker (soundcore)](https://service.soundcore.com/article-description/Soundcore-App-Introduction). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#q-companion-app))
- **Do the soundcore AeroClip support Find network (earbuds and case)?** Some features missing. Unofficial: based on user reports. Unofficial: based on hands-on reviews. The Soundcore app can make a lost AeroClip earbud play a loud sound when it is nearby, but reviewers describe this as proximity/Bluetooth-range finding rather than a crowd-sourced location network. I found no publishable evidence that the charging case itself can be located. Source: [The AU Review](https://www.theaureview.com/technology/anker-soundcore-aeroclip-open-earphones-review/). Checked 2026-09-21.

## Questions

### How much does the soundcore AeroClip cost?

$169.99 at soundcore's US store. Source: [soundcore](https://www.soundcore.com/products/a3388-aeroclip-open-earbuds). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#faq-how-much-does-the-soundcore-aeroclip-cost))

### How long does the battery last?

soundcore rates it at 8 hours per charge, with 24 more hours from the case for 32 in total. Source: [soundcore](https://www.soundcore.com/products/a3388-aeroclip-open-earbuds). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#faq-how-long-does-the-battery-last))

### How fast does it charge?

10 minutes of charging gives about 3 hours of playback. A full charge takes 50 minutes for the earbuds and 2 hours for the case. Source: [soundcore](https://www.soundcore.com/products/a3388-aeroclip-open-earbuds). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#faq-how-fast-does-it-charge))

### How much does each earbud weigh?

6.0 grams each. Source: [soundcore](https://www.soundcore.com/products/a3388-aeroclip-open-earbuds). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#faqs-how-much-does-each-earbud-weigh))

### Is the AeroClip waterproof?

No. It is rated IP55, which covers sweat and light rain, so it suits a workout. It is not built to go under water. Source: [soundcore](https://service.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-AeroClip-FAQ). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#faqs-is-the-aeroclip-waterproof))

### My box says IPX4. Is that a different model?

No. soundcore upgraded the AeroClip to IP55, and some older packaging still shows IPX4. Every unit now carries IP55. Source: [soundcore](https://service.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-AeroClip-FAQ). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#faqs-my-box-says-ipx4-is-that-a-different-model))

### How does the AeroClip stay on?

It clips around the outside of your ear with an open ring of memory titanium wire and soft TPU. soundcore rates the ring for 20,000 bends. Source: [soundcore](https://www.soundcore.com/products/a3388-aeroclip-open-earbuds). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#faqs-how-does-the-aeroclip-stay-on))

### Can I hear what is around me while wearing it?

Yes. It sits outside the ear canal, so you hear the people and traffic around you while music plays. The speaker sits 5.9 mm from your ear canal to keep sound leakage low. Source: [soundcore](https://www.soundcore.com/products/a3388-aeroclip-open-earbuds). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap#faqs-can-i-hear-what-is-around-me-while-wearing-it))

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Source: iDevice (https://idevice.com). Every spec, rumor and grade above links to where it came from. Full Guide: https://idevice.com/earbuds/soundcore-aeroclip/roadmap. This file: https://idevice.com/guide-text/soundcore-aeroclip.md.

## Questions and answers

### Using it

**Does it have noise cancelling?** No, it does not cancel noise. Source: Soundcore

**What does it cost?** It costs $169.99. That is the list price. Source: Soundcore

**How heavy is it?** It weighs 6g. Source: Soundcore

### Water

**Can it get wet — shower, pool, swimming?** Yes for sweat and rain, but not for the shower. Its rating is IP55. It is rated for splashes, not immersion. Source: Soundcore

### Price and models

**When did the Soundcore AeroClip come out?** It went on sale March 13, 2025. Source: iDevice

**Is there a newer one?** No. The Soundcore AeroClip is the current model. Source: iDevice

### Returns and warranty

**How long do I have to return it?** 30-day returns The clock starts the day you buy it. Source: [Soundcore](https://us.soundcore.com/policies/refund-policy)

**Is there a restocking fee?** Up to 10% restocking fee If the product has been opened but not used, soundcore may take 10% off the refund for inspection and repackaging. Source: [Soundcore](https://www.soundcore.com/policies/refund-policy)

**Who pays return shipping?** You pay return shipping If the return is not about a quality problem. Source: [Soundcore](https://us.soundcore.com/policies/refund-policy)

**Can I return it if I opened or wore it?** Send it back like new It must be undamaged and come back with all accessories and the original box. Source: [Soundcore](https://us.soundcore.com/policies/refund-policy)

**How do I get my money back?** How you get your money back The refund starts once the item reaches soundcore's warehouse and passes inspection. For a non-quality return, soundcore refunds only the product price. Source: [Soundcore](https://us.soundcore.com/policies/refund-policy)

**How long is the warranty?** 18-month warranty Starts the day you buy it. Source: [Soundcore](https://www.soundcore.com/policies/refund-policy)

**Is water damage covered?** Water damage not covered Water damage is listed under misuse and is not covered. Water resistance is not addressed in words. Source: [Soundcore](https://www.soundcore.com/policies/refund-policy)

**Is the battery covered?** Battery rules: not stated by Soundcore Source: [Soundcore](https://www.soundcore.com/policies/refund-policy)

### Works with

**Do the soundcore AeroClip support Live translation?** Yes. Two-way translation in 100 languages through the soundcore app. Some features missing Source: [Anker (soundcore)](https://www.soundcore.com/products/a3388-aeroclip-open-earbuds)

**How do the soundcore AeroClip handle charging standards?** Unofficial: based on user reports. Manufacturer-authored and hands-on evidence agree: the AeroClip charging case charges over USB-C, while wireless charging is not supported on the original AeroClip case. Some features missing Source: [Tech for Travel](https://techfortravel.co.uk/tech-review-soundcore-aeroclip-review-open-ear-bass-you-can-feel/)

**Do the soundcore AeroClip work with Companion app / settings?** Yes. The soundcore app on iOS and Android. Works Source: [Anker (soundcore)](https://service.soundcore.com/article-description/Soundcore-App-Introduction)

**Do the soundcore AeroClip support Find network (earbuds and case)?** Unofficial: based on user reports. Unofficial: based on hands-on reviews. The Soundcore app can make a lost AeroClip earbud play a loud sound when it is nearby, but reviewers describe this as proximity/Bluetooth-range finding rather than a crowd-sourced location network. I found no publishable evidence that the charging case itself can be located. Some features missing Source: [The AU Review](https://www.theaureview.com/technology/anker-soundcore-aeroclip-open-earphones-review/)

**Do the soundcore AeroClip work with Firmware updates?** Yes. Firmware updates come through the soundcore app. Works Source: [Anker (soundcore)](https://service.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Upgrade-Firmware-via-soundcore-App)

**Do the soundcore AeroClip work with Google Pixel phones?** Yes. As an Android phone with the soundcore app. Works Source: [Anker (soundcore)](https://service.soundcore.com/article-description/Soundcore-App-Introduction)

**Do the soundcore AeroClip work with Mac?** Yes. AeroClip can connect to a computer over Bluetooth, including alongside a phone. Some features missing Source: [Anker (soundcore)](https://service.soundcore.com/article-description/Soundcore-App-Introduction)

**Do the soundcore AeroClip work with Nintendo Switch family?** Yes for audio output. Switch pairs Bluetooth audio devices, but not as a Bluetooth microphone. Some features missing Source: [Nintendo](https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/43314)

**Do the soundcore AeroClip work with OS, phone, region, language and account restrictions?** Works on iPhone (iOS 15+) and Android; LDAC is Android-only and translation pricing may change. Some features missing Source: [Anker (soundcore)](https://www.soundcore.com/products/a3388-aeroclip-open-earbuds)

**Do the soundcore AeroClip work with PlayStation 5?** No direct Bluetooth audio. PS5 does not accept standard Bluetooth audio devices. Doesn't work Source: [Sony Interactive Entertainment](https://www.playstation.com/en-hk/support/error-codes/ps5/ce-109531-9/)

**How do the soundcore AeroClip handle replacement earbud / case?** Official: Soundcore has a dedicated replacement AeroClip charging-case listing, and AeroClip is eligible for Soundcore Care's discounted replacement-earbud or charging-case program. Availability is limited: the standalone AeroClip case page showed Sold Out during this research pass, and I did not verify an unrestricted standalone single-earbud SKU. Some features missing Source: [soundcore](https://www.soundcore.com/soundcore-care)

**Do the soundcore AeroClip work with Samsung Galaxy phones?** Yes. As an Android phone with the soundcore app. Works Source: [Anker (soundcore)](https://service.soundcore.com/article-description/Soundcore-App-Introduction)

**Do the soundcore AeroClip support Spatial audio / head tracking?** Official: Soundcore says 3D Surround Sound is not available on the first-generation AeroClip. The support page does not separately name head tracking, so this NO is specifically for the spatial/3D-surround feature. Doesn't work Source: [soundcore Support](https://service.soundcore.com/article-description/What-are-the-differences-between-ANKER-AeroClip-2-and-the-first-generation-AeroClip)

**Do the soundcore AeroClip support Voice assistant / AI?** Yes. Voice assistant access can be enabled in the soundcore app. Works Source: [Anker (soundcore)](https://service.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-AeroClip-FAQ)

