Foam earplugs are a simple and cost effective solution to lower the volume of your environment for one time use.

Helpful for loud noise environments, such as factories, construction sites, concerts and clubs.

However, regular foam earplugs tend to muffle the sound and you can't communicate well.

 

They are porous, so they don’t protect against water. Foam earplugs excel at lowering noise from aeroplanes or for sleeping next to a snoring person.

 

Foam earplugs can be comfortable, depending on their insertion. You need some skill to insert them properly because they must be inserted deep into the ear canal. Some users simply cannot tolerate the feeling of foam inside their ears for a long time. Users may experience a feeling of pressure, itching, or simple pain. 

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Foam cannot be cleaned thoroughly. That’s why these earplugs are usually disposable and sold in packages. Using disposable earplugs allows you to prevent bacteria build-up and ear infections. 

This characteristic makes them very convenient for one time use.

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Pros:

• Cost effective

• Good at lowering low frequency sounds

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Cons:

• One time use due to it's material

• Need practice to insert correctly

• Can cause discomfort or pain