Ear Plug reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 252 Reddit reviews across 44 subreddits and 61 posts to rank the best Ear Plug brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/aves, r/gybe, r/jambands, r/EDM, r/TheOverload. Top-rated brands include Loop (4.5/5), Eargasm (4.3/5), Earasers (4.3/5).
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Reviews252
Subreddits44
Posts61
Brands43
Products79
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#1
Loop
4.5
(46)
"I use Loop Quiet but I've also used Mack's snore blockers which are made of foam. Both are great."
"Loop are excellent! Well worth the money!"
"I invested in a pair of loops... They make my husband's snoring bearable!"
"Loop Quiet are great, but pricey enough."
"I use the Loop earplugs."
"Make sure to get the Loop Experiences (ideally with the Mutes). They're the ones specifically made for music."
"Those loop ear plugs are amazing just gotta get the necklace link magnet thingy they sell with it so you don’t lose them. The music still sounds hi fi with them in."
"Get Loop"
"For real. Loop plugs are the best!"
"For music, nothing has beaten my Loop earplugs yet."
#2
Eargasm
4.3
(33)
"High fidelity eargasm earplugs are great."
"I was right against the stage and sure was glad I had my Eargasms. Not only did it protect my hearing, it made it sound so much better."
"Definitely Eargasm."
"I've been loving the Eargams."
"Eargasm ear plugs 100%."
"Gotta second the Eargasms comment."
"Eargasms."
"I have been using eargasm plugs for several months and am quite happy."
"Eargasm and Earasers are both great options."
"Eargasm 100%."
#3
Earasers
4.3
(24)
"Also agree earasers are amazing I don’t notice them at all when I wear them."
"I just switched to -26 dB Earasers and I like them a lot better!"
"Earaser top quality!"
"Earasers were by far the best."
"I’d recommend a brand called earasers. They’ve sooo comfortable and I keep them on me in a little metal urn looking thing in my keychain."
"I have earerasers and they work great, good fit and doesn’t effect sound quality at all."
"Huge fan of my earasers."
"They do the job really well."
"If you don't wanna pay $150 for ACS customs, Earrasers work great imo."
"I really like Earasers, but earplugs are a very personal thing."
#4
Etymotic
4.6
(20)
"Second for Etymotic, turns down the volume without much distortion of the sound."
"I've been using Etymotic ER20XS earplugs for years and they've been great, much better than the typical foam plugs at providing a balanced audio experience."
"Etymotic is a company that makes specialty earplugs for musicians and don't alter the way sounds sound. They make a few sizes and different ratings of dB reduction."
"They are great and not too expensive."
"I really liked my custom-molded Etymotic Research ER-15s."
"My friend gifted me some etymotic plugs, they're attached with a string and came with a Keychain case."
"I also have several sets of the Etymotic Research plugs other people are recommending and they're AMAZING for concerts."
"I use Etymotic ear plugs for concerts and they're fantastic."
"Seconding Etymotic. Regular foam earplugs alter the sound balance, but these (and other nice earplugs) don't."
"I have a few pairs of Etymotic reusable ear plugs that work excellent. Lower the noise but don't mute other sounds, and are more comfortable than the foam ones."
#5
Eargasms
4.5
(13)
"Eargasms are great."
"I carry my Eargasms everywhere."
"Eargasms, Loops, etc. if you do a search for earplugs in this sub, you’ll find lots of other recommendations"
"Eargasms have revolutionized live music for me."
"They come with a great carrying case."
"Eargasms work great for me for the front rows at Red Rocks."
"Love my high fidelity Eargasms! Nicely maintains the quality of the sound."
"I've been using eargasms for 5 or 6 years and never felt like I needed to make a switch."
"I love my Eargasms."
"These are the ones I use that are a dupe for Eargasms."
#6
ACS
4.8
(11)
"Been said already, but ACS customs are the way to go."
"ACS custom."
"ACS custom, would never go back to non custom moulders."
"Mold yo ears, pricey but you won’t regret it."
"I have these and am happy."
"My experience is 100p to get custom ones."
"Mine changed my life."
"If your budget allows, getting custom molded plugs from ACS or a competitor is the way to go."
"ACS custom - around £150."
"ACS or UE."
#7
Loops
4.6
(8)
"My all time favs are loops!"
"I really like my Loops! They are very comfortable while still being secure."
"I love my loops, I have the experience 2."
"I like my loops cause if the three sound dampening options."
"Got me through Conan, Weedeater, and RBBP with no discomfort."
"I love my loops."
"I just use Loops. Comfortable and look good."
"Loops are great."
#8
1of1
4.3
(8)
"17. Love this company!"
"I have the pro15's and they're perfect."
"Pro17 was perfect for me at EDC, but a little too attenuating for the childish Gambino concert I went to (was near mid back of pit). Pro17 is the safe pick."
"Originally got mine with 26s, which frankly were too much, even at festivals. Recently got 17s as a replacement filter and have only tried them at a few small/mid size shows, but they’ve been perfect."
"17"
"I use the 17"
"My recommendation is to get both and choose based on type of show you're attending. if you have to only get one, get the 17s."
"I like the 15s so I can still hear people when they’re talking to me."
#9
Earpeace
4.1
(8)
"I use Earpeace plugs for going to concerts and playing particularly loud"
"Earpeace is similar and has a less embarrassing case."
"I use Earpeace ones that come in a case that stays on my keys. They’re very similar in design to others mentioned."
"I use earpeace. Comes with 3 different filters but you’ll want the strongest one. They work great."
"I have some earpeace earplugs that I like a lot. Don’t go to any shoe without them anymore."
"I had EarPeace earplugs with me tonight and ended up using the AirPods!"
"I’ve had good luck with Earpeace"
"Many metal shows in cramped dive bars."
#10
Mack's
4.6
(7)
"Agree with Mack’s for most comfort and ultimate protection."
"They’re super soft and I can wear them all day."
"I would recommend the strongest earplugs you can find to not let it get worse for him. Mack’s ultra soft NRR 33."
"My favorite are the Mack's Dreamgirl Soft Foam Earplugs, the pink ones. You should have no problem lying on your side with them."
"They’re smaller and I have tiny ear holes."
"I like Mack's ultra soft. They're just more comfortable than the reusable ones."
"Think I’ll try this first. https://www.sleepandsound.com.au/shop/ears/ear-plugs/mack-s-variety-earplug-pack-free-delivery/"
#11
Alpine
4.4
(7)
"They sound amazing and since I've been using them, I leave every show feeling fresh as a daisy."
"I recently picked up some Alpine plugs & was really impressed with them."
"Alpine Music safe pro."
"Alpine."
"Matas has really nice reusable Alpine earplugs."
"Not expensive and not shit."
"I like the alpine music ones."
#12
1of1 Custom
5.0
(5)
"Pro15 or pro17 is your move. You can get custom fitted at a local audiologist."
"Spend the money on your hearing, it is well worth it. 1of1 Custom has a sale going on right now, 20% off."
"I also have 1of1 in the Pro17. Very comfortable and can easily be worn all day."
"1of1 Custom, Pro26 earplugs. Perfect for marathon clubbing runs and spending multiple days at a festival."
"You want form fitted."
#13
Quies
4.6
(5)
"Stay away from the foam ones, they almost amplify noise for me...I recently discovered the wax ones in the chemist, can't recommend them enough! Quies I think they're called"
"Quies wax earplugs are great. My apartment has shitty sound proofing so I combine them with a white noise machine"
"They’re the only thing that seals out all noise and are comfortable for me."
"Quies foam ear plugs work really well, and better if you wet them a little."
"I use Quies foam ear plugs"
#14
Decibullz
4.4
(5)
"Decibullz on Amazon have great custom molded earplugs that stay in your ear and have a high NRR (noise reduction rating). They’re only $25 and I’ve had them for about four years now!"
"I bought these last year and they worked like a charm. Took them to IMS, IRP and a couple concerts."
"You can grab Decibullz high fidelity ear plugs for like $60 and you can mold them custom to your own ears at home."
"You can mold them to your ears at home."
"You can mold them at home and everything still sounds great."
#15
Sensaphonics
5.0
(4)
"I use Sensaphonics, industry standard custom molded earplugs (and you get an audiologist hearing exam when you get the molds taken). 10-15db filters would be great for your needs."
"I've been a customer of sensaphonics for over 15 years."
"I can also recommend the sensaphonics. I’ve had them for over a year now and they’re excellent."
"Went to an audiologist a few weeks ago and they’re getting me Sensaphonics ER series musician earplugs."
#16
3M
4.5
(4)
"They’re the best I’ve found for comfort and noise reduction."
"They're different, better."
"I like the 3m 1100 but i also have an unlimited supply from work so im kinda biased."
"3M 1100 ear plugs are generally the best that I've found."
#17
Vibes
4.3
(4)
"Definitely recommend Vibes."
"Vibes get the job done for me ($29 on Amazon)"
"They worked pretty well."
"Check out Vibes, they are relatively comfortable and stay in the ears."
#18
Happy Ears
4.0
(4)
"I've been using happy ears and they work great. Barely notice a difference in sound but does effectively cut the noise down."
"I like Happy Ears from the pharmacy. Very compact and dampening."
"I like happy ears. Sustainable and reusable."
"Happy Ears earplugs! I recommend."
#19
3M Peltor
4.3
(3)
"I use these. They're great because they don't filter out voices so you can talk with your friends."
"3M Peltor Sport earplugs work really well. You can get a 3 pack for like 7 bucks."
"I generally use 3M push ins unless I need to talk to someone, in which case I'll take my Walker electronic ear muffs."
#20
EarPeace
4.0
(3)
"I use EarPeace earplugs. They’re like eargasm but much more ergonomic and comfortable."
"I’ve had both the Earlove XO’s, and EarPeace Music Pro earplugs. Sound quality on both is very similar."
"Earpeace Music is a great deal at $30."
#21
Hearos
4.0
(3)
"Hearos Hi Fi. That’s what I use. $12!"
"I liked them a lot better than the foam and they were a lot cheaper than some premium ones."
"Hearos."
#22
Macks
5.0
(2)
"Another vote for Macks, there are 3 different sizes for various canal diameters."
"Macks all the way."
#23
Westone
5.0
(2)
"Call a local E.N.T. and get some Westone plugs!"
"They work amazing and allow a true tone wave to still be heard."
#24
Howard Leight
4.0
(2)
"If you have incredibly tiny ear canals, I suggest you try the Howard Leight Bilsom 303S ones."
"I stopped using them because after a few years they were irritating the inside of my ears."
#25
Matas
4.0
(2)
"These from Matas… I’ve had Them for over a year and they have saved me so many times"
"Matas. The best ones - small, yellow and cylindrical - cost 10 kr for a pack of four pieces."
#26
Ohropax
4.0
(2)
"I use these, I really like them. They are made from wax, so you might not like them."
"I swear by them! The brand is called Ohropax but they can be a bit challenging to find."
#27
Boots
5.0
(1)
"Boots do wax/gel ear plugs. They are like putty you can mold into your ear. They stick well and block noise. They are comfortable to sleep on."
#28
Mumba
5.0
(1)
"Best pair on Amazon for $17; been going to raves for 12 years and attend lost lands every year. These are perfect for comfort/clarity/and noise control"
#29
Custom-made
5.0
(1)
"+1. Custom-made earplugs are the best purchase I've ever made in my life."
#30
Flare
5.0
(1)
"I love Flare Calmer, you can still hear everything around you but it's just been dimmed a bit."
#31
JH Audio
5.0
(1)
"JH Audio."
#32
Walkers
5.0
(1)
"Get the shooting ones with passive technology so you can talk to your group and still hear them. I use Walkers at the gun range and love them"
#33
Mycellium
5.0
(1)
"Go Mycellium earplugs have been the most comfortable for me soft, low-profile, and don’t hurt when I’m on my side."
#34
Flare Audio
5.0
(1)
"These are the most comfortable ear plugs I own- I often wear them during the day too."
#35
Custom Molded
5.0
(1)
"Custom molded earplugs are the best. The seal is really good since it follows your ear anatomy."
#36
Radians
4.0
(1)
"I bought some Radians molded earplugs on Amazon. After following the directions and after they dried, I drilled a small hole all the way through them, which lets just enough sound in, but keeps the pressure down."
#37
Vic Firth
4.0
(1)
"I got a pair of Vic Firth High Fidelities. Came with a little case and a neck cord. Have worn them at Godspeed and Mogwai - and I'd say that was a pretty thorough test!"
#38
Heroes
4.0
(1)
"I like Heroes brand earplugs. I think they're 32db, and soft"
#39
D'Addario
4.0
(1)
"D'Addario makes an earplug with a slider on it that switches between 12 & 24 db reduction. I keep them at the 12db reduction and it seems to work well for me."
#40
Apple
4.0
(1)
"AirPods Pro reduces the sound down to about 80 decibels with no discernible loss of quality."
#41
Oto Defender
4.0
(1)
"I just got custom molded oto defender ear protection. Used them all week I like them so far"
#42
Walgreens
3.0
(1)
"Just get some basic foam ear plugs. Walgreens has them for a couple bucks. You can adjust the volume by how much of the plug you get into your ear canal."
#43
LSD
3.0
(1)
"My favorite brand is LSD, it really enhances the sound but not so great at protecting the ears however."
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