ClearArmor Safety Ear Muffs Hearing Ear Protection - 31.5 dB SNR Noise Reduction - Comfortable Earmuffs that Work for Hunting, Gun Range, Mowing

I have been doing a lot of woodwork lately with a buddy, a couple of projects around the house. I had a couple of my fiance's earplugs she uses when her dad stays with us (he saws more logs in his sleep than I could do in a lifetime awake), but some of the tools were getting through the ear plugs so I decided to hunt for a solution.When I had shop classes we were always given earplugs in the shop so I sought the best noise-dampening earplugs I could find. I turned to Flents Quiet Time ear plugs (Amazon Item B07HHXGPW6). They were effective when inserted properly, but unfortunately they often worked their way out of proper insertion and were therefore far less effective. But they were $15 bucks for 70 pairs, so I figured I could keep them for my buddies when they work on stuff with me, but I knew these earplugs weren't the everyday option I was looking for. I had seen other options when searching, so I took to the web again.I pulled up other earplugs on Amazon, and the suggested links had earmuffs. I remember seeing them on children at concerts, so I clicked on a couple. (Good enough for developing ears, good enough for mine, right?) All the noise ratings were higher than industrial earplugs and the price was still in that $10-$20 range. I bought a couple of them to test by Pro For Sho (Amazon Item B017RZ45F6) and ClearArmor (Amazon Item B00NKSMPZW).The Pro For Sho is a good set. They're sleek-looking and they fold relatively compact when not in use. I think they muff noise better than the Flents earplugs even when the earplugs are properly inserted. However, I felt that they were tight. They aren't bad for a few minutes at a time, but I did feel the pressure with sustained use. My buddy tried them for a day and said he didn't have that problem, so maybe I just have sensitive temples? For the record, my cap size is S/M and his is M/L.The ClearArmor is a GREAT set. They aren't as low-profile as the Pro For Sho, but frankly no ear muff is going to be invisible; it's not about looking cool, it's about being safe, right? Plus they also fold on the same mechanism that the Pro For Sho does, so they also fit in storage easily. They muffed sound about the same as the Pro For Show, but I could almost forget they were on. The ear pad is soft and comfortable, the headband didn't feel too tight at all, and I could and did wear them all day in the shop.I was going to return the Pro For Sho in favor of the ClearArmor, but my buddy said he would take them. So in the end I guess they were both good buys, just not for me. The earplugs weren't a bad buy--they'll get used--but I won't buy them again.PS if you want all kinds of ear protection, pair the earplugs with the muffs. The internet says it adds something like +5 NRR to the one with the highest rating. I don't know numbers like that, but I did give it a try with the earplugs inserted poorly and the earmuffs on and it was super effective. If I had some comfortable earplugs that stayed in, it would be easy to see myself using both when working on the loudest-of-loud tools in the shop.Ultimately:Flents Quiet Time (Amazon Item B07HHXGPW6): 3 stars. Effective but iconsistent.Pro For Sho (Amazon Item B017RZ45F6): 4 stars. Effective but uncomfortable.ClearArmor (Amazon Item B00NKSMPZW): 5 stars. Effective and comfortable.

I purchased two different brands with lots of good reviews here so i could figure out which one I like better and provide a review with some perspective.I'm keeping both, one set for shooting at the range and another set for yard work and using power tools at home.Both the Clear Armor and the Decibel Defense ear muffs work really good. I couldn't tell the difference between them when using my lawn mower. They both significantly reduced the sound level and I feel like my ears are safe using either.The Clear Armor ear muffs have very soft pads. Almost too soft, but they seem to work really well with glasses, keeping a tight fit. The finish on them isn't great. The headband has sharp plastic on the edges and it feels cheap. The bars that hold the muffs to the headband are not polished, which makes them a little bit rough to adjust, but not a big deal, they just done feel like a high quality part. I'm sure they will last, and as I said before, they will get the job done. The ear opening is big enough for my ears. I just needed to wiggle them around a bit. Overall, these things are a great deal for the money.The Decibel Defense ear muffs have harder pads. They work well with safy glasses. They feel like they will last a long time without getting compressed. The headband has basically the same cushions as the Clear Armor, except these have a stitched edge, making them feel much better in the hand; higher quality. The bars that hold the muffs to the headband are polished, making them very easy to adjust as they slide with very little friction. The ear holes are about the same size as the Clear Armor, and had the same fit for me, which is acceptable. Overall the Decibel Defense ear muffs feel a little more refined, but they are also a little more expensive.Good luck with your decision! But no matter what you do, make sure to choose something, because some protection is much better than no protection.

I was doing a bunch of research on muffs since I wanted to have ones that only I can wear. Not others with their face/ears.....Anyways I decided to get these so I can have em before I get to the range in 3 days at the time I was going to order. Notice that it wouldn't have been in stock until the day I was going to be at the range. So, I decided not to get these and opt for another brand.Then, I still wasn't too sure, so I've seen a video review from Amazon where the guy opens it up and compares it to stuff that I was thinking of getting. After viewing that, I changed my mind. I said, I'll just rent some at the range and order two of these.Well... a couple of days later, I got it.Pros: Comfortable.. Very comfortable. I can wear them for a very very long time. Perhaps, I have a smaller head or something? No worries, you can adjust them. Also, to store them, it's very compact.... As for the sound reduction, they were very good while on the range. I was outside in the heat and I didn't sweat all in them or anything like that and it wasn't sliding around on my head. The ones you rent at the range is way inferior to these.Wearing safety glasses with these didn't have a negative effect on these. Also, the price was on par with inferior products. The construction seems pretty decent and I am sure it'll last until I shoot them or something.Well, I suppose, this isn't really a con. The 2nd best, for me, is all black.Conclusion: Anyways, if you're going to the range and you're tired of wearing what others wore before you or you just want to block out a lot of noise. These are for you. They go over your ears and fit comfortably with a very high NRR dB rating.Friend said the same thing... pretty much.Update : June 2020I bought the Howard Leight 32NRR rated Laser Lite foam earplugs and they are better at reducing noise.I will stop using these and buy an electronic earmuff so I can ear people.