If you've ever noticed that one of your AirPods is louder than the other, you're not alone. In fact, it's a pretty common issue that can be caused by a variety of different factors.
The first thing to check is whether or not both AirPods are in your ears correctly. It may seem like a silly thing to check, but if one AirPod isn't seated properly in your ear, it can cause the sound to be imbalanced.
Another potential reason for why one AirPod might be louder than the other is because of wax build-up on the speaker mesh. Over time, wax and debris can accumulate on the speaker mesh which can block some of the sound from coming through. To clean your AirPods, simply use a soft, dry cloth to wipe them down.
If neither of those solutions fix the issue, then it's possible that there is an issue with one of the actual speakers. One way to test this is by playing audio from each AirPod individually. If one speaker sounds quieter than the other when playing audio from just that pod, then there's likely an issue with that particular speaker. In this case, you'll need to get your AirPods serviced or replaced.