ESR for AirPods 4 Case (USB-C, 2024) with MagSafe support, drop protection & lanyard – Black

If you’re trying to keep an AirPods charging case looking tidy and surviving everyday drops, a protective case is often the difference between “fine” and “why is it scuffed already?”. This ESR case is built specifically for the AirPods 4th Generation (2024) charging case with USB-C, and it leans into practical protection plus MagSafe convenience.

That said, it’s a case for the charging case only—earbuds and the charging case itself aren’t included. So it works best if you already have the right AirPods 4 USB-C case and you want a snug cover that’s easy to open one-handed.

At a glance

This is a hybrid-style protective case with a hard outer shell and a shock-absorbing inner core, designed to help protect the AirPods charging case in daily use. It also includes a lanyard, plus a magnetic lid system that aims to keep the case firmly closed when you’re moving around.

You also get MagSafe charging readiness via magnets placed on the back of the case. The idea is that you can align your MagSafe charger easily for tap-and-go wireless charging, rather than having to remove the cover.

What matters in everyday use

The most distinctive bit here is the lid mechanism. It uses strong magnets and an internal latch to keep the lid locked in place, with a stated holding force of 700 g (top and bottom of the lid). In practice, that’s the sort of detail you buy for: the case should feel more secure in bags and pockets, rather than relying on luck.

Opening is handled with a slide-to-open action. You swipe the latch to reverse the magnets and pop the lid open—so you’re not fighting a tight hinge when you just want quick access to your earbuds.

A small example

Picture picking up your AirPods on the way out: you’ve got keys in one hand and your phone in the other. With a slide latch, you can unlock and open the lid quickly without juggling tools or forcing the magnet open.

Where it shines (and why you might like it)

• MagSafe-ready design: magnets on the back are intended to help your MagSafe charger align more effortlessly.
• Drop-focused build: the case combines an ultra-hard shell with a flexible shock-absorbing core.
• Lanyard included: handy if you clip it to a bag strap or want less “drop-and-dash” anxiety.
• Magnetic lid lock: the lid uses magnets and an internal latch to keep your AirPods locked inside.

What to watch before buying

It’s not a one-size-fits-all accessory. This ESR case is described as only for AirPods 4th Generation (2024) (USB-C). If you have a different model or a different charging-case version, this may not match properly.

Also, while the case is designed for MagSafe charging, the only way to be sure it’ll behave exactly as you expect is to consider how your charger and charging habit works in real life. If you’re rough on accessories or you frequently store the case in a tight pocket with other hard items, you may want to be extra mindful about where it sits.

It’s also worth remembering that the earbuds and charging case are not included, so you’re paying for the protection and opening/latch system, not the AirPods themselves.

Tech specs

• Type: Case cover for AirPods charging case (compatible with AirPods 4th Generation, 2024, USB-C)
• Colour: Black
• Weight: 32.7 g (1.15 oz)
• MagSafe: Ready for MagSafe charging (magnets on the back for alignment)
• Lid lock: Magnetic lid lock with internal latch, stated 700 g holding force (top and bottom of the lid)
• Opening method: Slide to open (swipe latch to reverse magnets and pop lid)
• Protection: Hybrid drop protection with ultra-hard shell and flexible shock-absorbing core
• Accessory: Includes lanyard

Is it worth it?

Worth buying if you want a protective, everyday carry case for your AirPods 4th Generation (2024) USB-C charging case, and you value quick one-handed access plus MagSafe charging without removing the cover. The magnetic lid lock and the stated holding force are the sort of details that can matter when the case lives in bags, coat pockets, and desk drawers.

Skip it if your AirPods charging case isn’t the AirPods 4 (2024) USB-C version, because the fit is explicitly limited. Also, if you were hoping to replace the charging case or buy a full AirPods set, this won’t do that—it’s a cover only.

Mini FAQ

Is this case compatible with AirPods 4th Generation only?

It’s described as compatible for AirPods 4th Generation (2024) (USB-C). That’s the key compatibility point to check before ordering.

Are the earbuds and charging case included?

No. The listing notes that earbuds and the charging case are not included—this is for the case cover itself.

Does MagSafe charging work with the cover on?

The design is described as ready for MagSafe, using magnets on the back to help alignment for magnetic wireless charging.

How do you open the lid?

It uses a slide-to-open latch: swipe the latch to reverse the magnets, then the lid pops open.

How protective is it meant to be?

It’s positioned as hybrid drop protection, with an ultra-hard shell plus a flexible shock-absorbing core, and it also includes a lanyard.