AirPods on Mac

How to connect two AirPods to one Mac

macOS can pair with more than one Bluetooth device, but sharing synchronized audio with two AirPods is the part that usually gets frustrating. SoundShare gives Mac users a simple shared-listening flow for AirPods and other Bluetooth headphones.

Can a Mac share audio with two AirPods?

A Mac can pair with multiple Bluetooth devices, but macOS does not offer the same simple AirPods Audio Sharing flow that people know from iPhone and iPad. SoundShare is built for this exact Mac use case: connect two AirPods, choose them in the app, and play the same Mac audio through both pairs.

The easiest way to connect two AirPods to a Mac

  1. Install SoundShare on your Mac.
  2. Pair both sets of AirPods in macOS Bluetooth settings.
  3. Open SoundShare and select both connected AirPods.
  4. Enable audio sharing.
  5. Start playing music, video, podcasts, calls, or browser audio.

SoundShare vs macOS Audio MIDI Setup

NeedSoundShareAudio MIDI Setup
Two AirPods for a movieSimple device selectionManual multi-output setup
Beginner-friendly sharingDesigned for shared listeningMore technical
Bluetooth syncFocused on synchronized playbackCan drift depending on devices

Audio MIDI Setup is useful for some wired or studio audio setups. For AirPods and casual shared listening, SoundShare is the more direct option.

Frequently asked questions

Can I connect two AirPods to one MacBook?

Yes. Pair both AirPods with your Mac, then use SoundShare to select both devices and share the Mac audio between them.

Can I use AirPods Pro and regular AirPods together?

SoundShare is designed for mixed Bluetooth listening setups, including AirPods and other Bluetooth headphones. Actual behavior can depend on the Mac, macOS version, and headphones.

Will there be audio delay?

Bluetooth latency can vary depending on the headphones model, Mac model, and wireless conditions. SoundShare focuses on keeping connected devices synchronized, but Bluetooth delay can never be removed completely.

Does this work with Spotify, YouTube, Netflix, and Apple Music?

Yes. SoundShare works with system-wide Mac audio, so it can share sound from music, video, browser, podcast, and media apps.