I've only tried these out initially testing them with my normal TV volume upon receipt. The TV was at my normal listening level and these nearly cancelled out the volume entirely. They are an extremely flexible material--much more flexible than expected. I was surprised at how uncomfortable they were to wear given their flexibility, BUT I do have small ear canals so that's not any sort of overt product issue. Easy to see which side is which and removing them is very easy as well. Edit: I've become more skilled at donning the earplugs and I have zero pain now when wearing them. Any pain I felt initially was clearly user error caused! I use these regularly for lawn trimming and any other loud, sustained noise environments. They are very effective and lower decibel levels for me so much better than any other earplug I've tried. Other earplugs simply muffle sound, but don't eliminate any of the actual noise level. These eliminate/lower ambient noise level AND I am still able to have a conversation without removing them. Update: I continue to use these for hedge & weed trimming and other anticipated loud situations and am extremely pleased with the protection they provide. These ear plugs are the real deal; I recommend then without reservation. Update: I've now used these during some flights as well as during multiple, lawn trimming bouts and they have performed beyond my expectations in terms of noise "cancellation". I can still hear while wearing them, but the noise level is much reduced and is significantly better than ANY other type of in-ear or over-ear protection I've ever worn. I would recommend this product without reservation. Read more
The box came opened unsealed and apparently handled, minimal packaging, no plastic and with no instuctions or documentation. Probably had a previous owner/user who returned them as they looked used and unsanitary. I cleaned them well before trying them out and found they did not in anyway compare to another brand with little to no sound barrior. Even wetting the area to create a tight fit, they did not fit well and were uncomfortable for side sleeping. Read more
My husband snores...LOUD. I can move to the couch downstairs, closing the bedroom door behind me, turn on the TV in the living room and still hear the snoring...that kind of loud. I was ready to move into our guest room so I could get some sleep but worried such a measure would kill our marriage. Also, I'm a side sleeper which means most earplugs are uncomfortable and the ones that are more comfortable either don't stay in my ears well or don't block out the snoring. These earplugs are saving my sanity and my marriage. I can finally sleep! They don't fall out and are comfortable/soft enough to sleep on my side with my ear directly on my pillow and not feel like something is jabbing me in the ear. They do a great job a blocking the snoring. I will say, at the loudest, I can still hear it if I'm awake. But if I'm already asleep, he can snore away and it no longer wakes me up. I don't take the time to review many products but I have been searching for a way to get sleep for at least five years now. If you can relate, give these a try...especially considering the price. Read more
Inner ear plugs, especially this silicone design are very specific and individual. You really have to pay attention to exactly how they are put into the ear if there is going to be a comfortable fit AND noise reduction. Pull the ear up, place into canal fully. Some may not like the pressure sensation. Not finding these great for sleeping with a pillow, but OK without a pillow. The base is not as compressible and you can feel it when laying on your side and using a pillow. Great in the office. Cannot confirm if these are reducing ambient/background noise 40dB, not really any different from Macks soft compressible ear-plugs or comparable Walgreens generic soft compressible ear-plugs with very loud musical instruments. These are washable which is terrific. These do not actively cancel sound, but just passively block it by occluding the ear canal. Rated 3/5 for combination of fit, comfort, wearability, washability and noise reduction. I think the pricing is fair. Read more
I love wearing these at concerts and roller rinks. I wore foam ear plugs before, and they worked, but the music felt muffled. Without muffling, I honestly felt like these ear plugs didn’t work when I put them in. So I took them out and could definitely tell they really lower the volume. They’re a little uncomfortable, more than foam, especially if you’re sensitive like me. If somebody starts talking to you at a concert or rink, you just can’t hear them. Which is weird since when I take them out, the music is louder and the person’s voice is louder, but I can hear what they’re saying. If you ever sleep with somebody who snores, these ear plugs do not work at all! Snoring is just as abrupt. Foam works so much better when sleeping. Read more
These are great earplugs. I use them because I have a noisy spouse and dog. They do tend to back up earwax but that’s not a dealbreaker. They will, after awhile, conform to your ear canal so that’s why they work so well. Read more
So i bought these to replace my favorite ear plugs that i cant find anymore. I married a man who can snore so loud the neighbors complain. I also don't like late night wind storms. These are not the plugs to cancel these noises. I want plugs that make me absolutely deaf at night....and sometimes during the day when I need to concentrate and my husband is having a sinus flare up. If you jam these into your ear and work them in far enough you might get some noise cancelling. The tips are pretty flimsy so getting the ends situated just right in your ear is a bit of a chore. Once in, they are comfortable. The handles make getting them out simple and quick. I wouldn't suggest these for someone who sleeps next to a loud snorer if that is what you are desperate to block out. The cancelling seems uneven or unbalanced. I get a strong cancelling sensation in one ear and buzzing in the other or an amplified echo. Maybe these would be best for yard work or concerts, but not sleep noise. Read more
