Not cheap, but they do seem to work for me so far I got these primarily to use when in bars and restaurants where there's very loud background noise. So far I've tried them in one bar which wasn't too noisy, but I did notice that these made a pleasant difference and had to just reduce the background noise somewhat. They didn't eliminate it completely, but reduced it to a level which was more appealing whilst at the same time still allowing me to conduct a conversation. There is one restaurant that we go to which always seems incredibly loud, and this can make conversation with people sat at the same table a bit of a challenge. I'm looking forward to giving these a go in that particular environment. I did like that these came in a nice container that is suitably small enough to keep in your pocket in readiness for using them. The only criticism I'd have, which is something that seems to happen all the time these days, is that the print in the instruction book is so small that even with glasses on, it's not that easy to read. I think that the manufacturer and seller should realize that their audience for this kind of product is often people of a certain age, and those people will likely not have 20/20 vision, so it would have been nice had the type size been at least 50% bigger to make it easy enough to read without getting out a magnifying glass. Price-wise, these are not cheap, but if they manage to fulfill their purpose, then I feel it's money very well spent. I do like the idea that these have two levels of noise reduction and look forward to putting them to the test over the coming weeks and months.

Fantastic adjustable earplugs These ear plugs are great. With the removable plug thing in, it's on par with the quietest pair I own. With them removed you can still hear most things. It's nice having something adjustable like this. I will say I do prefer the soft rubber ones I have from this same brand even though they are not adjustable. The soft rubber ones are good for sleeping in while these are made of hard plastic and they feel uncomfortable if you were to lay on it. For daytime walking around or doing work, these are fantastic and feel comfortable. The default size of plugs worked well for me but they give you 3 extra sets that you can choose between to match your ear shape. These are worth the price of admission, but I personally would go for either the rubber ones if you're sleeping or the adjustable slide ones if you need something adjustable. Having to take out the little thing in the center and keep them in the case is a bit finicky.

Comfortable and effective without shutting out the world These are very comfortable to wear, even for extended periods, and have a premium finish that feels appropriate for the price. What I particularly like is that they take the edge off loud environments rather than simply blocking everything out. You can still hear conversations and remain aware of what is going on, but the constant crash, bang and general background buzz is reduced considerably. That makes a noticeable difference in environments where prolonged noise can become tiring. They work particularly well at loud music venues, reducing the volume to a much more manageable level while still allowing you to enjoy the music. The two levels of noise reduction give you some flexibility depending on the environment, and the four silicone tip sizes make it easier to find a comfortable fit. At £35 they are not cheap, but the comfort, build quality and effectiveness make them a worthwhile option for regular use around loud environments.

They work, but pricey I have used similar much cheaper versions of these that claim to be around 27 dB. They cut a decent amount of sound out, but don't expect a complete cancellation of all noise. The build quality of these, right down to the box they come in, is very good. You can see they're a premium product and I think this is what the price reflects. However, they don't seem to block sound any more efficiently than the ones I had at half this price. They simply look prettier and have a nice box to store them in. They fit well enough, they come with medium plugs attached and you get another box with XS, S, M and L tips, as my left ear cavity is slightly larger than my right, I used an L in the left and M in the right. You can also remove the insert which bring the maximum sound from 26 dB down to 19 dB, but why would you bother? All in all, they're decent quality, but I think that you're actually paying for the premium build, box etc. They're really no better at blocking sound than the cheaper ones I already have.