Can I buy just one earbud instead of a whole new pair?

Usually yes. Most earbuds are three parts, the left bud, the right bud and the charging case, and each can be bought on its own for much less than a new pair.

Will a replacement bud pair with the one I still have?

Yes, if it is the same model and the side you lost. Put both buds in the case and follow the reset and pairing steps; the model name is printed inside the case lid.

I lost the charging case, not a bud. Can I replace just the case?

Yes. The charging case is sold on its own too, and your buds pair with a new case of the same model after a reset.

When does a whole new pair make more sense?

If both buds are already years old and their batteries are weak, one new bud will last longer than the old one and the difference gets annoying. Then a new pair is the better buy.

Lost one earbud? Buy just that one

30 July 2026 · PhoneTech

Most earbuds are three parts: left bud, right bud and the case. You can replace just one.

Step 1
Find your model name.
It is printed inside the case lid, or shown in your phone’s Bluetooth list.
Step 2
Check which side you lost: L (left) or R (right).
Step 3
Buy just that bud from our Buds Parts.
Step 4
When it arrives, follow our pairing steps.

Find your bud Pairing steps

Lost the case instead? The case is sold on its own too.

Both buds old and the battery weak? Then a new pair may be better.

Common questions

Can I buy just one earbud instead of a whole new pair?: Usually yes. Most earbuds are three parts, the left bud, the right bud and the charging case, and each can be bought on its own for much less than a new pair.
Will a replacement bud pair with the one I still have?: Yes, if it is the same model and the side you lost. Put both buds in the case and follow the reset and pairing steps; the model name is printed inside the case lid.
I lost the charging case, not a bud. Can I replace just the case?: Yes. The charging case is sold on its own too, and your buds pair with a new case of the same model after a reset.
When does a whole new pair make more sense?: If both buds are already years old and their batteries are weak, one new bud will last longer than the old one and the difference gets annoying. Then a new pair is the better buy.