Loop Quiet – Ear Plugs for Sleep – Super Soft
Loop Quiet – Ear Plugs for Sleep – Super Soft, Reusable Hearing Protection in Flexible Silicone for Noise Reduction & Flights – 8 Ear Tips in XS/S/M/L – 27dB Noise Cancelling – Blue
| Dimensions: | 7.7 x 7.7 x 1.85 cm; 18 Grams |
| Brand: | Loop |
| Model: | loop-quiet1-blue |
| Manufacture: | Loop |
| Dimensions: | 7.7 x 7.7 x 1.85 cm; 18 Grams |
| Origin: | China |
I live on a busy main road and struggle with sleep because of the noise, I have tried other earplugs before but hate the feeling of them and I’m unable to sleep with them in. These are life changing, they’re so flexible and comfortable that I’m able to sleep with them in no problem. Would completely recommend.
They come with 4 sizes of ear plugs covers (though I have very time earholes and the XS is a little tight in one ear) and a carry case to keep them safe. Easy to keep clean.
For me, they’re worth the money as I’ve tried ear plugs from chemists and such and they’ve been useless. These really have changed my life.
I am often awake at night and asleep in the day, so I needed some good quality earplugs to use when neighbours have noisy work done that wakes me up. Regular earplugs just aren’t good enough to actually block the sound, so I bought these for myself this past Christmas to try out and they are fab so far. I sleep next to a white noise machine and even on the loudest setting, I can’t hear it at all with these in my ears! I’m yet to use them to block out building work, but I’m confident they’ll get the job done.
It also comes with 4 sizes of earplugs to attach to the loops and a nice little case to store them in!
The earplugs work very well. The issue is the case they come in is truly dreadful. If you have needles for fingers you’ll be fine, otherwise stotting the case off a hard floor is the only way to get it open.
Bought the loop earplugs but have had to issue a refund as the ear tips do not fit my ears properly. Packaging is of good quality and so are the ear plugs themselves. No fault to loop that’s why I’ve given a 4, it’s just my ears.
I’ve worn these a few times now, asleep and while reading, they block out enough sound to concentrate and focus. Having a conversation can be quite difficult which is a shame as I was planning to wear them often. I’m looking at the loop experience and may buy them.
Overall a great produc
4 sizes of ear piece, I struggle to wear any earbuds for music without pain but these are very comfy.
I can still hear conversation and the TV or my switch but it tones down high pitches such as my birds chirps lol.
Muffles general noise to make thing more calm
I bought these a month ago because I work in a large open-plan office which is a nightmare for concentration. I can comfortably wear these for hours and when fitted correctly I cannot hear anything. My head is on the smaller size and I wear the xs size which fit perfectly
I am not one for Earplugs generally, but my partners snoring was keeping me awake
These Loop earplugs are amazing and I am now sleeping throughout the night
just ordered my second pair as I will be travelling to the UK in the next couple of weeks and have ordered these to use on the plane as well the london traffic!
Good for when concentrating and don’t want any annoying noises. I use at home and work and am never without them now. Can use with a holder accessory if required as they are a bit small and can be easily dropped but I’ve gotten used to them now. Lovely colours.
Because of its light weight, it is comfortable and you can sleep with it easily. It really does block a lot of noise, but it’s certainly not 100% noise-proof. It’s ideal for sleeping, studying, or when you are in a noisy place. The fact that it lets some sound to pass into your ears allows you to retain your awareness of the surroundings.
I work shifts and wanted a pair of ear plugs which would suppress noise whilst I slept, they do the job reasonably well however for what they are I think they are a but pricey.
Not sure if I’m going to get on with these. I’m using them for sleeping but live next to a busy road and was hoping they would block out more noise than they do. Also not as comfy as i thought either. I will persevere with them for a while longer.
So I purchased these as a way to help me sleep and block out noise and possibly for future concerts. I haven’t gotten used to them yet, one ear I can get it in right and the other ear I can’t. They might take a while to feel comfortable with them. I did sleep through the workmen in our house fixing the bathroom so that’s a plus.
My husband is a covert snorer. Quiet one moment, sawing down a forest in the next. These earplugs finally allowed me to sleep in the same bed again. They are not too bulky (of course I know they are there but I can easily tolerate them) and excellent noise cancelling. I combine them with a bluetooth speaker eye mask which allows me to listen to my audiobooks to fall asleep. Hubby is very happy as well because I stopped kicking him several times per night. Win-win for both of us!
I bought this as I recently rescued a stray cat who is very talkative at night, I was struggling to sleep as he settled. Upon receiving this, my sleep has changed for the better. I’m able to sleep through almost all noises, so much so that I can’t hear the rain noises I put on the background sometimes!! They are very soft and comfortable to keep in at night, the only thing is they do fall of easily so I may need to purchase the ear loops.
These are softer to wear and fit in nicely, they are very comfortable to sleep in and they don’t fall out. I tried the larger sizes before going back to the original size already fitted. They are a bit fiddly to change sizes but you only have to do it once.
I got them because my wife snores loudly sometimes, and it cuts out the noise well. Also just been to a festival where we had to sleep near a noisy generator, and they cut that out completely. Strangely it makes my own breathing seem louder but that’s not an issue.
Just bought my wife a pair because I snore loudly too.
It takes a bit of trial and error making sure you’re using the correct size ends (supplied) for a good seal and making sure you insert them correctly. Once you’ve mastered this the earplugs really work sealing sound as well as if you had your fingers in your ears. They’re comfortable to wear and usually stay in all night. I’ve tried so many varieties in the past due to my snoring husband but these are the best. I’ve been using them a few months now and they’re as good as new. And no sticky gel in your hair in the morning. Highly recommend.
I got these over the experience ones because they can take the noise down about an extra 27db. I do shout a little bit over them, but I would rather that that damage my ears any more than I already have. I have also slept with these in and they are super comfy – beats airpods in bed any day!
My only criticism would be the carry case – the elastic thread on my keys is constantly snapping. Something attached to a keyring / more permanent would be heaps better
Massive shout out to the guys at loop.
I struggled with sleep and noise sensitivity all my life , my family love to watch tv late at night and it’s one of my pet gates hearing the TV while I’m trying to sleep, these guys wow I wasn’t convinced at first and took me a few weeks to actually use them, was scared they would damage my ears, any ways since using them I read better and I sleep better , I have fallen asleep much faster than I used to and I am not waking up in the night , honestly life savers , I’m yet to use them out in public but that’s my next step if my anxiety disorder flairs up again.
I have small ears and even the smallest size is slightly too big for me. I’ve almost lost one on a plane once because they don’t quite fit. Still, they look nice and do a decent job of blocking out noises. Been a great help at festivals and on flights.
Does the job more comfortably for sleeping than a well known competitor. One star deducted because Amazon sent the wrong colour & I don’t have time to return & replace them before travelling.
In regards to noise protection, I would say around 50% of the noise is gone, is ok to be able to sleep and ok to hear your clock alarm if you are planning to go to work
I wouldn’t take them out till the next morning when I woke up as I drowned out the evening noise along with any kids running around in the morning.
They also stay really flat in your ears and at night nobody knows you’ve got them in until you tell them.
Would highly recommend!!
I also use them at home when there’s too much noise. I can hear my door or someone call me. But not all the back round noise. I can hear my heartbeat. I can talk to someone with them in and only have take one out if they are quiet. I use these often. Easy to sleep in. Easy to clean.
I rarely write reviews but I felt the need to review this item as it’s honestly so great. I’m sensitive to wind and air con and often have ear pain. I also dislike loud noises like our fish tank and the cinema, for example. I ordered these as a test and they’re wonderful – I can still hear people talking to me, cinema noises, my cat meowing etc, but the intensity of the noise is reduced to a manageable level. Plus the fact that my ears are covered had lead – I think – to no more ear pain. Further notes :
– the case is fantastic – hasn’t broken or damaged at all
– for those who say they lose them – the default size they come in is M, but the pack includes 3 extra sizes, so it’s worth exploring those.
I’ve used many different types of earbud as I sleep during the day after night shifts so if it’s noisy, I need help blocking things out. I recently went camping and when it rained, it was LOUD! I popped these in and they reduced the noise hugely. They didn’t make things go silent, but it helped a lot. You still get the sound of your blood moving that you get with all earbuds, but they were comfy. They fit completely inside your ear, so when you lie on your side, it isn’t digging or pressing in. They’re easy to get out too with the little hoop handle. Not the best on the market, I find the wax ones you can mold are my favourite, but they’re not permanent, so these are a close second. The little store box they come in is a pain to get open though! Expect to lose some nails!
On that note, they do not SILENCE the room. But this is surprisingly welcome. I can have a conversation with the wife and mostly still hear her. I can hear my alarm. I can hear the doorbell (but not knocking). But somehow despite hearing immediate, near noises, it cancels out the low drone of cars passing my window, or the hotel air conditioning or fan. Between this and and an eye mask you’ll feel shut off but never in danger. I thought I wanted total silence but massively see the benefit of this strength of ear defender.
Hugely recommend! Will defo return for more if these degrade with time. Two months in and nothing but positivity from me!
First of all if you want totally noise cancelling earplugs these aren’t for you, once you get the right fit they DO reduce background noice some but not as completely as your traditional foam plugs. So depending on how far away the noise is they may work or not work for you. If you’re someone that needs absolutely no noise to drift off then I wouldn’t recommend, if you’re someone who gets woken by noise/partner waking up then give them a go. They are however extremely comfortable and wont rub your ears after long wear plus they’re totally re useable and easy to clean too.
I use earplugs to sleep. For years, I used the orange 3M memory foam plugs, which work well and are available in bulk, but I have been wanting something that generates less waste for a while.
I tried the Flare Audio spherical plugs, which were dreadful. They didn’t make a snug fit and the stems were poorly attached. I had to fish them out of my ears with tweezers a few times. They were shockingly bad all-round.
I have a pair of custom-moulded earplugs. Sadly, the company that did the fitting (who I won’t name here, but they also fit Ultimate Ears IEMs, equally badly) botched the fitting so badly that they’re painful to use. If I use them, the cumulative pain in my ears wakes me up after a few hours. They weren’t cheap, either. I’m sure that these would be a great option if well-fitted, if you could afford the up-front cost, but sadly mine were not.
Finally, I tried these. Given how inexpensive they are, I wasn’t expecting much. However, I couldn’t have been more wrong. They’re supplied with different-sized tips to try. The handles are well-secured to the tips, are useful for easy extraction but get out of the way easily if you’re a side sleeper.
It took me a couple of days to get used to fitting them perfectly without pressure weirdness. If you accidentally produce a slightly uncomfortable vacuum in the ear canal, you can pull gently on your earlobe to temorarily break the seal to let the pressure equalise. Other than that, no problems at all. They come with a tiny case, which is useful, especially if you need to throw them in a washbag for travel.
Sound isolation is on a par with my old 3M orange memory foam earplugs, or the the custom fitted pair. No earplugs will give you complete isolation due to effects like bone conduction and sound travelling through fleshy parts of your ear. However, they’re good, you won’t find much better in earplugs. If you need massive sound isolation in a non-sleeping situation, consider a 3M Peltor headset, they’re fantastic.
I’ll probably buy a spare pair for travel, in case I lose them, so I always have some on the bedside table at home. That’s probably the biggest vote of confidence I can give. I’ve had this pair for a shade over six months now, and they’re still as good as they were on the first day.
They’re affordable, resuable, comfy and provide decent sound insulation. I’m very happy that I can stop looking now!
We have just got a new puppy and knew from past experiences that they can be very noisy so we wanted something that would help drown the noise out but not completely cut it out in case there was a problem. These ear buds enable us too get to sleep while she is settling down but we can hear her when she really makes a noise. I would say they probably give at least 50% sound reduction. 4 different sizes good value for money
Loved it, but there is only one problem, it could have a smaller size, because even the small sometimes hurts my ears. But overall, I super recommend it. I can’t sleep with out it.
I like these a lot but if you wear them to sleep they make your ears feel a bit uncomfortable In the morning
The only trouble is my dog chewed one up and they will be too expensive to keep replacing.
The case it comes with is great for travel and storage ( if you remember to use it straight away).
I bought these to wear to bed, as we live on a busy main road and it’s never quiet. Last night I used them for the 1st time and I slept so good. I couldn’t hear anything of the tinge that would usually wake me up.
Noise ie a huge trigger for me and I am glad I bit the bullet and bought these. Have the Engage ones coming today so I have a one for bed and a pair for during the day. Seriously the best purchase I have made in a while.
Well I am glad I gave it time as I have now worked out a comfortable way to put them in my ears and I never get pain now…..it took a week of adjusting!
No they do not block out noise completely but dull it enough that noise doesn’t disturb you. I am a very light sleeper and slept through a week full of road laying outside the front of my house. I am so converted that I now wear them every night. I sleep sooooooooo much better and the cat is not waking me with his mewing at 1am, 3 am etc etc. The road noise outside is not bothering me and if my husband snored ( he doesn’t ) I know with these I could sleep through it.
Best earbuds ever. I feel like I need another pair as a back up as I will be devastated if I lose these!!!!
Doesn’t drown out as much sound as I hoped, but in all honesty I have no idea what 27 dB equates to in real terms so maybe just wishful thinking on my part!
When you talk it amplifies much like ear plugs but you’re sleeping so shouldn’t be talking so no problems there. I did a sound test with my son blaring music from downstairs and I couldn’t hear a thing until it was ridiculously loud to which we would never do but happy with the high levels of noise reduction.
Comfort: When I first put them in I was worried they would be uncomfortable and leave my ear sore in the morning as air plugs do (I have small ears and canals). But after about half an hour, I forgot they were there and had a very sound night sleep. I wore the size XS for the buds and just needed them to adjust to my ears.
Absolute game changer and they really are comfortable. I will be buying the experience and engage in due course as I don’t do well in loud places or with lots of voices.
Plus side they also look pretty cool and are discreet.
These earplugs excel at creating a peaceful environment by effectively blocking out unwanted noise. They provide a remarkable level of noise reduction, allowing for enhanced focus and uninterrupted rest.
Comfort is another standout feature of the Loop Earplugs. They fit snugly in the ears, ensuring a comfortable experience even during extended use.
However, it’s worth noting that the earplugs may have a tendency to slip out of the ears, particularly if they become sweaty. Additionally, the suction of the earplugs may not always be reliable, potentially affecting their noise-blocking effectiveness.
In conclusion, the Loop Earplugs deliver effective noise blocking and impressive comfort. While they may have minor drawbacks such as slippage and uncertain suction, they still provide a valuable solution for creating a peaceful and focused environment. Experience the benefits of these earplugs and enjoy uninterrupted tranquility with their superior noise-blocking capabilities.
I am SO glad I did. These are genuinely amazing for such simple little things. They block out way more sound than the mouldable silicone disposable ones I’d been using before, they’re way more comfortable, and they stay in – I’m not worried about them falling out to be eaten by my cat (who has strange tastes in snacks). Also, I’m a side sleeper and I can’t feel them at all.
I realise that different people have different ear shapes, and the negative reviews out there suggest to me that they’re unfortunately just not going to suit some people. But if you’re wondering – give them a go. You can always return them if they don’t work out.
I’m annoyed at myself for waiting so long to try these. Given how small my ears are, I was surprised that the medium sized tip was the most suitable for me. Once inserted correctly, I can move my head and yawn to my heart’s content without them moving a millimetre out of place. As for sleeping on my side, I cannot even feel them in my ear, which is a miracle. Literally no other earplug I have tried has managed this! I can no longer hear my noisy neighbour and I can finally get some peace and quiet and a decent night’s sleep. I also love that I can wash and reuse them over and over again, so they are sustainable.
I will say that when I wake up in the morning, I do notice my ears feel a teeny bit sore but that’s a price I am happy to pay to finally get some sleep! Worth every penny, completely understand why they are more expensive than all the others.
the only problem that some may have with this is that you can hear your own breathing though this is a benefit for me as it can distract me from being overwhelmed
UPDATE: so during the day they might not block enough sound for my liking, but they are great for sleeping which is what they were designed for in a first place and after 2 nights they are now much more comfortable. I guess its like with a new pair of shoes you have to break them in. I still think they should include foam tips with quiet version.
The only downside is that it can be slightly uncomfortable for side sleepers like myself. As the ear rests against the pillow I can sometimes feel the earplugs slightly pressing against the ears. It isn’t painful, just a mild discomfort that can be ignored easily.
I still recommend them for sleeping on your side. You may need to adjust them/move them around so they’re a bit more comfortable.
The only criticism i have is i wish the carry case colour matched the actual ear plugs and wasn’t white but that’s just me being picky.
I’m so happy that a I tried these. I’m an insomniac so every noise disturbs me even more. I’ve been wearing foam plugs for years but lately the only two types that didn’t leave me feeling like my eardrum was being hoovered out, have been discontinued. I’ve spent a fortune trying to find replacements but to no avail. The quiet loops are great, so comfortable you forget they are there and block out everything that bothers me.
Next I plan on trying the sensory loops for my neurological condition. If they’re as half as good as these I’ll be thrilled
Work really well. Allows me to sleep next to my snoring boyfriend! They are easy to fiddle with to get them in correctly. However, sometimes I wake up with sore ears but the pain fades quickly. I wouldn’t be able to eat them every single night. F
They are perfect. My neighbours’ children’ noise doesn’t bother anymore when I need to concentrate in my home office. There going to be a building site beside our apartment soon so I am going to test these further but so far they are 5 stars. And the little carry case is not just cute but very handy. Not sure, though, that it can be attached to a washbag or a keyring, it’s hanger seems a bit thin. But all in all very satisfied with the product. Wearing size S.
I love these! I can sleep so much better now. The only downfall is you can hear yourself breathing quite loudly but you quickly get use to it.
They are good and do block out a lot of sound but did take me a while to get used to them I first found then very painful especially with piercing. But after while was fine.
I’m not sure if I’m somehow not using them right, but I find they block out considerably more noise than I expected, but then I don’t get out much, owing to my chronic fatigue. I got them for days when I need more sleep but the neighbours are having work done on their properties, or the dog won’t stop barking. The default medium tips seem to fit my ears best.
I bought these to block out my teenage sons voice when he’s playing the PlayStation, he can get quite animated and loud. I’ve been using these every night for the last 3 consecutive nights and have had a solid 8 hours every night in a row.
I highly recommend them to anyone who just wants some peace!!
Im tempted to buy the experience ones now to wear out and about!
Comfortable and nice looking but do not work the best !
This product exceeded my expectations. The packaging was excellent and the ear buds themselves are of a high quality with their own unique little case. Additional sized buds are also included. The noise reduction is perfect for sleep as they do not fully block sound so in the event of having to hear children or alarms you will be able to hear both but they will block out/greatly reduce any snoring or outside noises. I’d highly recommend this product and would purchase the full block out version for travelling.
I do wish I’d seen these before. I’ve bought a few of these noise muting ear plugs but none of them are a patch on these. More colours needed. I’ve spent my life avoiding shopping/dining in larger establishments because of sensitivity. I don’t want to ignore people by wearing full on music headphones etc. These are amazing. My life would be so different if these were always about. I can read again and concentrate but still be available. Great for hypersensitivity, fibromyalgia. ADHD and c-ptsd as no shock surprises.
I was worried about these as they seemed a bit big and would be uncomfortable. However these are so soft and comfortable.
I have trouble sleeping on really windy nights as I need quiet to fall asleep and these are perfect I don’t hear a thing! The only thing I do hear with them is when my dog starts barking in her sleep. They were also fantastic when I have to stay in a hotel as I no longer hear other people in the halls and what not and get a great sleep.
I only wish they came in more colours as I’d love a purple!
Maybe your partner snores, or like me, your home is too quiet, so random noises stand out and wake you. For this, these are excellent and *you can just wash them* instead of buying yet another pack of disposable garbage. I’ve used the same pair every night for 4 months now. I clean them regularly with a little soap and water and thanks to the right angle design of the loop, I can side sleep on them painlessly.
These are probably my favourite thing I’ve bought on Amazon.
I wouldn’t say the quiet loop are completly silent… but who would not want to be able to hear a fire alarm in an emergency. The quiet loop are very good at minimising environmental sound, including my wifes snoring.
As a result we are both much better rested each night, as previously she’d wake me up and I’d moan at her to turn over which disturbed us both.
I’ve personally found that inserting the quiet loop and the twisting the loop once in-ear provides a profoundly improved seal.
The quiet loop are so soft that laying on the pillow with them inserted is painless, they have not displaced or fallen out during use, which I can’t say about some competitors. Do youself a favour and buy a set.
Work perfectly as earplugs for noise cancellation for sleeping. Block out (almost) all noise around (expected not to block out every sound), and are honestly almost unnoticeable in the ear. Great product, better than a lot I’ve tried and will certainly really work well come festivals in the summer. Would also be interested to see how the high fidelity pair perform at loud music events (currently use ACS earplugs for that). Again definitely recommend, would be nice to have a more high visibility colour incase they come out during the night (sometimes spend a while trying to find one that has been knocked out during sleep, I guess my fault ordering black).
Would recommend to all who struggle with sounds during sleep.
Since I started using loop earplugs, I have been sleeping without interruptions, and feel much more refreshed in the morning. It has been a huge game changer. Strongly recommend it to all light sleepers!
Before loop, I tried other silicone and foam earplugs. Because I’m a side sleeper, I found them really uncomfortable, and painful after a couple of hours of wearing them. What makes loop plugs comfortable is that I can choose to use smaller size for my ears (there is an extra small option), and the plugs’ handles (loops) lie flat on the ear. So when you sleep on your side it doesn’t press against the pillow, and there’s no risk of the earplug getting pushed in and stuck. It doesn’t block the sound completely, but makes it much quieter. Does the trick for me!
Putting them in is a little tricky at first but I managed it ok after a few attempts. I found once inserted that they are comfortable, secure & effective.
Notably the instructions say the loop should be flush to your ear and not stick out, I found them to be more secure and dampen more noise when positioned in a way they stuck out slightly – maybe the loops themselves are a little too large for my ears, but I don’t think it’s an issue as no effect on performance as far as I can tell…
I’d recommend these earplugs.
Noises such as TV, normal family conversation, shopping experience etc have been causing malaise in the form of dizziness, shortness of breath and sudden extreme fatigue.
I wasn’t sure at first which earplugs to go for as they are so many to choose from, and to which extend would they help manage my symptoms. So I went for the medium price range.
Choosing the Loop Ear Plugs was lucky I must admit.
I was attracted by it simplicity and soft pink colour
When the package arrived, I easily fitted the plugs with the right size ends, and it wasn’t long before I could test their efficiency. We all had our fingers crossed.
Instant Relief is what I was looking for, and Instant Relief I got!!! I was stunned such little things could fix what I’d been suffering with for months. It reduces the sound of course, but most of all the Loop Earplugs make me feel like I am in a safe bubble and help me regenerate. No more struggles, and better control of my symptoms.
The Loops came with a little case which I attached to my belt using a clip, so I carry them with me all the time. I have since purchased another pair, that I keep by the side of my bed.
It’s ironic to think that such tiny product gave our family some life back! I’ll ever be thankful to the designers!
1 – Sleeping
2 – Quieting the world!
– I struggle with overstimulation and get easily overwhelmed as have a High Sensitivity Syndrome (yes it’s odd but it is a trait not a disorder!) so noises can be a real trigger which means I needed something that can allow me to still hear things but have noise cancelling of what is outside of my immediate and direct focus at times of concentration or when I feel overwhelmed.
I also currently suffer from insomnia and really struggle to sleep because of severe pain as I wait on surgery for my lower digestive system AND my husband has Crohns in his oesophagus and suffers from sleep apnoea (yes, what a mighty pair we are!!) In turn his health problems have brought on horrendous snoring on his part and has grown increasingly noisier that it practically vibrates the bed – I swear he didn’t snore when I met him 2 years ago! – So I actually am resenting how well he sleeps and gets to sleep in seconds as I lay awake and frustrated from not sleeping from either A) Pain B) Overwhelmed and frantic mind C) His deafening snores…. mostly C right now but we are newly weds and I don’t have the heart to give him the boot to the sofa … yet!
So, I’ve tried all sorts of ear plugs alongside sleeping medications, from simple hard and soft foam ones in various shapes and sizes that supposedly suit all (which they don’t) to waxes which I can momentarily panic in my tiredness that they’ll never come out as they crumble trying to remove or get caught in my piercing so not going that route again! so then I moved onto the flexible rubber sized rings similar to headphones which were fairly good for a while but they stuck out of my ears, so being a side sleeper, and with having a Daithe piercing for previous migraine suffering (oh yes previously ….as daithe has 100% cured them!) so I can end up with sore and tender ears and have found myself waking up holding them having taken them out in the night unconsciously and my ears hurting and still a snoring husband….who is snoring away loudly right now in bed as I type this in the living room it almost echoes down the stairs!!
So I bought both the quiet and extra loops to try them both and use for sleep and awake time for matters mentioned above – I admit I was sceptical they’ll be any better as so many products up themselves or bribe people for top reviews so I thought better to expect worse and not feel yet more disappointment… but they’re absolutely phenomenal at blocking out noises I am genuinely impressed!
They sit so comfortably in my ears I don’t feel them at all really and have no ache whatsoever when I wake up and they’re still in my ears – yay! They fit so well around my piercing and keep the seal where some harder ones have broken the seal because of the piercing. They can be a bit of a pain to replace the ear pieces and get new ones on as I needed to go down a size with my tiny ear holes (which go with my tiny head!) so was quite fiddly forcing it on the tip and good luck doing the whole ‘getting them inside out to attach’ bit – perhaps I just don’t have the fine motor skills or dexterity!! – but other than that, they’re very comfortable, they drown out most of my other half’s snoring – not all as he is SO LOUD that my kids hear him in the conservatory when eating breakfast!! Yet – I could hear him talking clearly enough sat next to me with them in and he speaks very quietly (ironic I know, I wonder how a man such as he is capable of snoring so loud!) so frequency wise they’re pretty amazing – they even dull my noisy kids running riot pretending to be youtubers or floor is lava at 5am in the morning and more but I still hear the BibleProject podcast go off for our mourning routine on alexa! Now I almost don’t want to take them out to face a noisy reality again so definitely sticking with these from now on – with a lifetime warranty and knowing they work – why wouldn’t I?
Signed off from a very happy and at peace with the world once again (for a little while at least…) wife!
Pros:
* Once you get them in the right position in your ears, you can’t feel them and they don’t hurt.
* The actual design of the loop that sits outside in your ear means I personally didn’t obsess about not being able to get them out easily/getting stuck etc.
* They’re fairly subtle in your ears in comparison to other in-ear ear plugs or large noise cancelling headphones
* Definitely work to smother background noises, it doesn’t get rid of them completely , I could still hear traffic or a child shouting and screaming etc outside but it wasn’t as harsh and annoyed me a lot less
* Comes with a little case you can put them in when you need to take them out
Cons:
* They’re not the cheapest out there
* If they’re not in your ear properly, they can be annoying and uncomfortable
* I personally can’t eat with them in
* They cancel noise almost too well at short range so I had to take them out to be able to concentrate on a conversation properly. I could still hear what was being said, but trying to focus on the one voice you’re trying to listen to while everything else is so muffled is difficult
Overall for just sitting in the house watching tv etc on my own, I really like them and they work for me. If I’m trying to have a conversation with someone, I can’t hear the volume of my own voice and struggle to hold the conversation with them in. I plan on buying the Loop Experience ear plugs to see if they make having conversations easier but still muffle enough background noise.
This is my opinion as someone on the Autism spectrum using them for sensory issues and I’m writing this to try and help those like me that came looking for the same thing but couldn’t find much useful information for specifically Autism use.