With the Tasco Connex earmuffs, I needed to completely follow the adjustment procedure every time for maximum noise reduction, but then they provided a good seal and very stable fit: “Fully extend the headband; put them on; adjust the headband.” While small earbuds might not be the first thing that comes to mind for hearing protection, the ISOtunes FREE hearing protection earbuds are OSHA compliant. These earbuds are sweat, water, and dust resistant and come with a travel case that recharges them. It’s clear that hearing protection devices (HPDs) are essential if your workplace or hobby has high levels of noise.

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With an NRR of 27dB, these earplugs are one of the top three HPDs on this list, boasting the highest noise protection rating. They come with SafeMax technology that limits volume to 85dB. And like the others, they’re also ANSI -certified and OSHA -compliant, so you know you’re getting quality hearing protection. The 53012 has no Bluetooth and you would need an extra Bluetooth adapter to make a phone call (like with the Sync Stereo decribed in this post). The Tactical 500’s adjustable headband can fit most head shapes regardless of size. It also has ventilation cut-outs for better breathability when worn with hats. Moreover, the earmuffs feature a textured rubber-like shell foam for each ear cup, creating a comfortable seal around the ears. I use these exclusively for my lawn business,” one customer wrote. “They are great! I have zero problems with connection or volume. The battery life seems good too; however, I'm good about charging them before I use them. I've been able to go all day without them dying. They do a great job at canceling out noise to where I don't have to crank up the volume to hear podcasts or music.” iPhone and iPad also have an equalizer setting that works as a volume booster (for Apple Music and other apps). Go to Settings->Music->Equalizer and set it to “Late Night.”

The sturdy, all-plastic construction and ergonomic headband make for improved comfort. The clamping pressure is also enough to stay in place without feeling too tight. Audio Assist Technology provides operational and set-up guidance, without having to take off the hearing protector If you have to make calls (communicate) while riding your lawn mower or running loud tools, the Honeywell Sync Wireless are the one. Although these earmuffs run on 2 AA batteries, you also have the option to use a rechargeable Li-ion battery. This gives you greater flexibility because you can opt for a longer-lasting battery depending on your specific needs.

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The 3M Worktunes Connect (without radio) are my second favorites. They don’t sound quite as good but still very pleasant to me. They are a bit lighter, a bit more comfortable, and the limiter works great for emphasizing quieter vocals and speech. And, they look really cool and don’t have a protruding antenna. They can sound a bit bright and at times harsh, but unlike the other muffs, they can quite easily be equalized to take the sting out of the highs.

Comfort – it should be easy to wear ear muffs for extended periods. Look for earmuffs with a cushioned headband and adjustable ear cushions. In my opinion, the 3M Worktunes Connect + AM/FM earmuffs, which use a noise dosimeter to keep the sound level average over a working day to below 82 dBA, offer the best compromise. I can listen at a good volume without any loss in sound quality. With these, I was perfectly able to make/take a call even in a very loud environment and other parties could clearly understand what I was saying. The 3M Worktunes Connect and the 3M Worktunes Connect + AM/FM also work reasonably well, but have a quirk:The Sync Stereo’s volume limiter seems to rely solely on the output of your device not exceeding a certain volume, so you have to exercise caution and be sensible! To keep headphones in place without dealing with earmuffs, the over-ear style of earbud works great. The ISOtunes PRO earbuds provide superior hearing protection with clear audio and call streaming. The built-in rechargeable battery has a life of at least 10 hours, with 240 hours of standby charge. Wearing them as passive earmuffs to protect against loud noise (lawn mower noise at 95 decibels and metal saw at 98-100 decibels). If Bluetooth devices are wanted for audio streaming, or just for phone calls, high sound quality is important. Users should hear sound clearly at a comfortable volume without affecting the noise reduction or needing the audio to be at max volume. Type of protection headphones