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Catalyst AirPods Cases: The Ultimate Waterproof & Protective Guide

The Definitive Guide to Protecting Your AirPods

Welcome to the official collection of Catalyst's innovative and award-winning protective cases for every model of Apple AirPods. As the original creators of the first fully waterproof AirPods case, we set the standard for protection with our patented designs. Today, we offer two distinct levels of security to match your lifestyle: our legendary Total Protection Case for extreme adventures, and our best-selling Waterproof Case for unmatched daily reliability.

Which Level of Protection is Right for You?

  • Total Protection (330ft Waterproof): For the ultimate adventurer. This is our fully sealed, 20ft drop-proof case, engineered with a secure latch and our patented acoustic technology. It's built to survive anything you can throw at it—from deep-water dives to extreme drops.
  • Everyday Protection (3.3ft Waterproof): Our best-selling silicone case, designed for life's daily challenges. Its primary mission is to prevent the two biggest problems with AirPods: accidental opening on drops and loss. With its innovative sealing ribs and secure grip, this case ensures your AirPods stay locked in, safe, and always with you.
Every Catalyst case includes our premium, secure carabiner, allowing you to clip your AirPods to a backpack, belt loop, or keys. Use our visual guide above to select your AirPods model and explore the full range of compatible cases.

Thank you for trusting Catalyst to protect the soundtrack to your adventures.


FAQs: Understanding Your Catalyst AirPods Case

Q: What is the main difference between your "Total Protection" and "Waterproof" AirPods cases?

A: It comes down to your primary need.
  • Choose Total Protection if you need extreme, expedition-grade waterproofing (up to 330ft) and maximum impact resistance. It's a fully sealed vault for your AirPods, perfect for diving, skiing, and rugged outdoor use.
  • Choose Waterproof if your main goal is to solve the most common AirPods problems: preventing the case from popping open during a drop and losing your expensive earbuds. It offers excellent 3.3ft waterproofing and drop protection for daily life, with a focus on ultimate security and convenience.

Q: How does the "Waterproof" case prevent my AirPods from falling out when I drop it? This is my biggest fear!

A: You've identified the #1 reason we designed this case. Many competitor cases look protective, but on impact, the lid flies open and the earbuds scatter. We solved this with a unique, multi-part system:
  1. Patented Sealing Ribs: The flexible silicone case features innovative "ribs" that wrap over the lid of the AirPods charging case. This creates a secure seal that actively keeps out dust, dirt and water while it preventing the lid from flipping open on impact.
  2. High-Friction Inner Grip: The inside of the case has a polished, high-friction surface that creates a snug fit. Your AirPods case doesn't just sit inside; it's held securely in place.
  3. Secure Carabiner Included: The final layer of security. By clipping the case to yourself or your bag, you prevent both drops and loss. We also have a lanyard version if you prefer that instead of a carabiner.
Your AirPods are locked in. Even if you drop the case, the lid stays shut, and your earbuds stay safe inside.

Q: I've heard some cases can make AirPods overheat during wireless charging. How does the Catalyst case perform?

A: This is another area where our material science provides a significant advantage. Our Waterproof cases are made from a premium, high-purity silicone. Unlike rigid plastic cases (like polycarbonate), silicone is an excellent material for dissipating heat.

Independent testing has shown that hard plastic cases can insulate the AirPods, trapping heat and significantly slowing down wireless charging speeds—sometimes by 40 minutes or more. Our silicone construction allows heat to escape efficiently, ensuring a faster, cooler, and healthier charge for your battery every time.

Q: Your "Total Protection" case is rated for 20ft drops. Is that real?


A: Yes, and it's a testament to our "Total Protection" philosophy. The case's rigid, impact-resistant shell and secure locking latch create a truly armored enclosure. It has been independently tested to withstand incredible forces—we've seen it survive being thrown from buildings and even run over by a supercar. While we don't recommend you try that, it demonstrates the extreme level of engineering and durability that goes into protecting your device in the most demanding environments on earth.

Why Choose Catalyst for AirPods?

  • 💧 Up to 330ft Waterproof: The original and still the best. Patented waterproof design.
  • 🛡️ Up to 20ft Drop-Proof: Military-grade protection from everyday drops and impacts.
  • 🔗 Secure Carabiner Included: Clip it and forget it. Never lose your AirPods again.