Top 5 Best Ear Plugs for Surfing in 2024. What are the most effective Ear Plugs for Surfing?
Here is the pick of the Top 5 Ear Plugs for Surfing, starting with our favourite TOP 5. Have a great read!
BOLLSEN Hearing Protection
(www.bollsen-hearingprotection.com) – Our test winner!
The BOLLSEN Hearing protection earplugs from Munich have won in most categories and thus occupy the first place. The product scored points both in terms of the price-performance ratio and functionality as well as innovation. Below you will find our test report. We were also convinced by the online ear measurement technology from BOLLSEN.
Price: £26.95 (RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE)
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Prevents swimmer’s ears
Effectively prevents water in the ear and does not slip out
Also suitable for salt water use (e.g. surfing, kiting, etc)
Ideal for small to medium sized ears
Easy handling – long handles offer a comfortable insertion of the plugs
Concept of reusability: the Ear Plugs for Surfing can be used up to 100 times.
Soft and very light medical silicone material. Good for people with allergies to reduce allergy symptoms.
40-Days Money-Back Guarantee if not satisfied.
Unfortunately often sold out
Test results: After a ten-week test phase, 90% of our testers have concluded that the water protection is particularly effective. Irritations caused by prolonged wearing were not noticed. Water in the ear canal was successfully suppressed, but it was still possible to have conversations at the same time. The earplugs were particularly effective when swimming in a swimming pool and for triathlon athletes.
In our twenty test subjects, earaches after swimming were eased by up to 90% during this time. Eighteen out of twenty test persons used the earplugs only for swimming, kiting and training. The remaining test persons also used the Earplugs for Swimming at work (in the office), during daily tasks (e.g. mowing the lawn) and when showering.
BOLLSEN offers a new ear measuring technology called AR KI TECH. This technology measures your ears with a help of a photo (taken e.g. by a smartphone) and designs individualised earplugs. A computer program uses the AR (Augmented Reality) technology to calculate the size of the external ear. The KI (artificial intelligence) technology then selects the appropriate size and shapes the earplug. Since our test persons had different ear sizes, we tested this option and were enthusiastic about it. The cost of this additional service is £12, which is affordable compared to the other adjustment methods (prices from £120).
The overall result of the test is very positive. The BOLLSEN product stands out from other products mainly due to its efficiency. After only seven days, our testers noticed a significant improvement in the quality of life. There was no heat sensation and, even after two weeks of use, no irritation in the ears. Our conclusion: These earplugs offer optimal protection when swimming.
Instruction for Use: With your index fingers insert the earplugs carefully in the ears and rotate them slowly into the ear canal. Our test persons were very satisfied with the use of the earplugs and are positively surprised by their almost invisible and optimally fitting shape.
Life Span: The manufacturer advertises that the product can be used 100 times, also for the sake of the environment. One pack of earplugs lasted with our users for about 5 – 6 months. The test persons wore the earplugs on a daily basis.
Protection of the Environment: Thumbs up on more time for the concept of reusability of the product. Furthermore, we are pleased to have finally tested a product from the EU, since shorter distances also mean less CO2 emissions in the air.
How Many dB Do the Earplugs for Swimming Dampen? According to the manufacturer, the earplugs have a SNR of 24 dB and provide a constant sound reduction at high (H), medium (M) and low (L) frequencies: H=24 dB, M=21 dB, L=19 dB. The attenuation value was tested according to ISO standard 4869-2 by an independent German testing institute.
Money-Back Guarantee: BOLLSEN Hearing Protection advertises its products with a money-back guarantee, as the company obviously believes very firmly in its products. Of course, we have also tested this option and returned a pair of used earplugs after 35 days. We have been refunded our full payment amount two days after the receipt of the goods. Once again, we are pointing our thumbs up.
Zoggs Aqua Plugz Ear Plugs for Surfing – 2nd place
Unfortunately, it was not enough for the 1st place.
Price: £6.81 (RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE)
Ergonomically shaped
Reusable
Carry case included
Plugs keep falling out
Fitting depends on ear shape
*Legal information: The results of this product vary from user to user and do not have to be typical, nor can they be 100% guaranteed. The results merely reflect our experience based on the test.
This product also scored well in our test. However, it was not enough for the 1st place.
Speedo Ergo Ear Plugs for Surfing – 3rd Place
Unfortunately, it was not enough for the 2nd place. The reason for this are numerous disadvantages listed below.
Price: £6.00 (RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE)
Ergonomic Design
Soft plugs
Made with thermoplastic rubber
Ear plugs keep falling out
*Legal information: The results of this product vary from user to user and do not have to be typical, nor can they be 100% guaranteed. The results merely reflect our experience based on the test.
Mack’s Aquablock Ear Plugs for Surfing – 4th place
Due to its poor effectiveness, this product unfortunately received a low score in our test.
Price: £3.99 (RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE)
Very cheap price
2 pairs in 1
Too large for most ears
Uncomfortable
Keep falling off
*Legal information: The results of this product vary from user to user and do not have to be typical, nor can they be 100% guaranteed. The results merely reflect our experience based on the test.
Alpine SwimSafe Ear Plugs for Surfing – 5th place
Due to its poor effectiveness, this product unfortunately received a low score in our test.
Price: £10.99 (RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE)
CE-Certified manufacturer
Hypoallergenic
Carry case included
Very small size, not suitable for larger ear canals
Often fall out
Water still kept coming in
*Legal information: The results of this product vary from user to user and do not have to be typical, nor can they be 100% guaranteed. The results merely reflect our experience based on the test.