I ordered the trial pack with large and small earplugs. The small ones just fell out. The large ones were hard to get in and didn't block sound well. I went back to my old cheap orange foam earplugs -- they work better and I can wash them and reuse them as well. I was going to return these for a refund, but due to the cost of postage, decided to just throw them out. A disappointment.

Best ear plugs with the highest noise reduction I've ever used under my motorcycle helmet. Plus, extremely comfortable. I like that I can keep them in my ears and dislodge them slightly to hear and talk with others without fear of losing them. Great product!

I bought these to sleep in, my husband snores and I thought it would help. they are not comfortable to sleep in and they did not shut out any more noise than the stuff I buy at the local store. Disappointed

My rating is 0. Tried both pair and neither worked for anything. Just a wast and I lose my money

I should have paid attention to the other reviews before ordering. The trial package contained 2 pairs, sm and med. BOTH ARE USELESS. Not big enough! Why no large or x large sizes made available?

I have what I'd consider a normal size ear and both of the sizes included in this pack were too small and wouldn't stay in my ear. They're rather stiff and won't flatten out as you'd expect to give a good fit. Sending back.

Incredibly disappointing. I know I have small ears; the Shure in-ear headphones I have come with 3 different size sleeves and even the smallest of those is uncomfortably large. And yet...with these the small is too small and even the average doesn't seem big enough to create the seal they're supposed to and block out sound. I can literally hear my wife whisper from across the room with these in.

Fit much better than foam ear plugs

Was hoping that one of these sizes would fit, but I could not seat these plugs in either ear. Hence they were useless.

They'd be good for anything other than sleeping. They don't compress so they will hurt your ears if you sleep on them.

Did not work at all. Wasn't able to fit them to my ear easily and once in did very little noise dampening. Would not recommend

These did not work at all. Why they stopped making the "Large" is beyond me as both of these sizes did absolutely nothing. If I shoved the Average in really, really tight, it helped but I shouldn't have to do that. Starting to think I am stuck with foam earplugs which wear out.

Neither size fit. The flanges aren't long enough either. I'll stick with the spongy, malleable ear plugs.

I suppose if the fit were adequate, they will do the job, as it is, the medium size had to be pressed deeply into my ear canal to stop any sound at all. A such, the more firm ring base was irritating and the flanges hurt when sleeping on my side. Too bad, because these should work well if they fit. The manufacturer doesn't make larger sizes? Too bad.

I am sorry to report that neither size of the earplugs that came in the trial pack worked. The noise was only slightly muffled, and I continued to hear the banging of the radiator that woke me up throughout the night.

The ear plugs are made well and would be great if you use them for work or daytime activities. I specifically got them to use while sleeping due to my husband's snoring. The were excellent at blocking out the sound and a good fit, however, by morning my ears hurt. They're a bit too firm and I cannot use them. I ended up ordering the Howard Leight Quiet Reusable Foam Ear Plugs (NRR 26) and they work well. They are also reusable and I remove the stems since I use them while sleeping and they are very comfortable and fit well.

Despite buying the intro pack with two different sizes, the snoring still is problematic. Disappointed.

Unfortunately, neither size in the trial pack was big enough to fit properly in my ears--not even close. I can't imagine that either size would work for most adult males. It would be nice if the trial pack also included a large size. I'd have happily paid a couple of dollars more to be able to try three sizes instead of two.

I was really hoping to find a non-disposable ear plug that worked to block out my husband's snoring. The smalls were too small/loose. The average was very difficult to put in (it doesn't compress). They were uncomfortable and didn't block out noise anyway. I currently use Pretty in Pink, but I only get one use out of them. If I try to use them a second night, they don't block out the sound.

I received my trial pak for use for sleeping and I tried both pair. The small was too small and the average fit but didn't block out the snoring noise for me.

They dont work, both sizes are too small for an adult male.

SilentEar plugs are Good plugs, I've been using a single flange silicone plug for cutting down the noise at loud events and in a dental lab. I tried to use them for sleeping, because we have some really loud stomping neighbors on some very thin floors in an old style apartment house built in 1918 (Switzerland) , and they are really uncomfortable after 3 hours sleeping. The SilentEar plugs are better noise blocking, and I don't notice my internal sounds as much, (breathing/heartbeat, and digestion sounds). I highly recommend the trial pack, as the smalls were way to small and the medium (average) were just a little too big in one ear, (wish there was a size just a smidge smaller) but for non custom made (400-500$) these are pretty darn good and you won't find any in this price range for sleeping that are this comfortable.

I live in Melbourne Australia. Tim Ferris recommended these. Very disappointed. The average ones are still too small and I am average size. Do not Want to send these back and risk loosing more money.

I was glad that the trial pack was offered because I wasn't sure what size would fit my ear best. The plugs fit nicely and aren't painful to wear long term. However, I can't sleep with them in. I sleep on the side of my head, and the flanges make it painful. Nevertheless, I will use these plugs for travel and in the workplace.

uncomfortable. I find that foam is more tolerable.

I was so excited when these arrived! I thought they would be the solution to my husband's snoring, and too many years of disposable earplugs. I am sorry to say that both sizes were uncomfortable (no matter how well they fit, I felt the hardness at the end of the bulb when I laid on my ear), and did not work as well as the highest quality of disposable earplugs. I will be sending them back with regret.

No matter how many times I tried both sizes in both ears, I couldn't get these to stay in, they popped out immediately every time. I followed the directions exactly as far as I know. Very disappointed. Sent them back, am assuming I will get a refund.

I was excited when i ordered this trial package. After a frustrated night they just did not work. I was very sad but neither pair worked.

They are comfortable and they muffle the noises around me. The small ones are a perfect size.

I am a petite lady, so I thought the trial pack would be a good option in case the average was too big. The average is perfect. No idea what I'm going to do with the small pair. They're tiny! Otherwise, these earplugs are great. Don't expect them to silence every noise, but they muffle dogs barking in my house well enough so I can sleep.

I've tried a lot of ear plugs over the years, and SilentEar and the sadly discontinued North Safety Silent Partner are by far the best options I've ever found. SilentEars can be a bit fiddly to get in place, but they are extremely comfortable for extended and/or overnight wear. I must admit I don't notice an appreciable difference in the attenuation provided by these vs. 30 NRR foam plugs, but they make the world quiet enough for me, and the SilentEars are more comfortable. No ear plug is going to make things completely silent, but if I want to I can combine these and Tasco Nextera ear muffs and come pretty darn close. Proper fit is vital so I'd advise ordering the trial pack. I made my latest purchase to replace a pair of plugs misplaced in a move, and I can attest that SilentEars can last for years, making them a surprisingly economical choice.

Great product. I liked the regular size ear plugs. They pretty soft and works great for sleeping on morning for few extra hours with them. Even sleeping on side works well with them, they soft enough.

I like the smaller ones better,the bigger ones do not seem to fit my ear right.

These earplugs did not block sound at all. I got the set with both sizes and neither work. Sticking with my foam plugs. When I called to return them they told me they will not pay for shipping or refund my original shipping. These cost me a lot of money for nothing!

better than I expected to be honest. They eliminate most of the loud noises around...tho you can still hear a low hum. Small ear plugs are very, very small...think they might only be suitable for a child

I tested the SilentEar earplugs alongside some cheaper 33 NRR "Hearos" earplugs. To test, I inserted the SilentEar brand into one ear and the Hearos in the other (carefully inserting each according to individual instructions). Then, I struck a metal pan as it was next to each ear to see if I noticed a difference. Afterward, I switched ears with each earplug and also tried both sizes of the SilentEar trial pack. I did not notice a consistent difference in sound reduction between the SilentEar and the Hearos. In fact, the Hearos seemed to reduce the sound to a greater degree in some cases. Additionally, even when properly twisting the SilentEar plugs into place, they put uncomfortable pressure on the eardrum. Although the SilentEar plugs are reusable, I would not recommend them as they are uncomfortable and not worth the price.

Neither size works for me, as noted by other reviewers. They both allow sound in, and I can't get a good fit. I can see that these would be great if the size were not a problem.

These units fell out of my ears during the night. Additionally, they did not block noise as well as disposable ear plugs.

I got the trial pack because I wasn't sure what size would be best for me hoping that I was covered. The mass of positive reviews suggested that these would be quality ear-plugs. I think they would be, however the large ones are too big to fit comfortably, and the small ones are too loose to stay in while riding my motorcycle. However, when the small ones are in, they do work well, they just fall out after a bit.

I was very disappointed in this product. Both small and average sizes would not worked for me.

Very disappointed with these plugs.. While comfortable, they did a poor job of blocking out collateral noise I encountered on public transportation (bus). I don't need them for concussive noise.

I got the trial pack containing 1 pr each of average & small SilentEar plugs with clear flanges. I followed the directions about pulling my ear to straighten the canal, pushed the plugs in as far as I could but still did not reduce the noise of the t.v. enough to please me. I could follow the dialogue still. For me they did not work. I suppose my ear canal is not shaped for these ear plugs. So they won't work for everyone. I did not get to the state where there is a little suction because the plug is filling up the canal.

Worthless! If you move your head even silghtly, the ear plug moves and the "seal" is broken and noise enters. Not worth the money.

I have only tried for two nights. so far they seem really good. You have to make sure they are inserted correctly for them to work properly. They don't block everything out but they really help to get a good night sleep.

Very disappointed in this product. Neither size worked for me. Was sorry to find out the original product I used is no longer available.

Like Pam Klein, I really wanted to love these ear plugs! Unfortunately, my ear canal is very small, so even the smallest did not fit in. I too wish they had an even smaller one. I am also disappointed with their guarantee: as I live in Canada, it costs more to ship them back, than the cost of the pack.

The Silent Ear Plugs really do work. I am very happy with my order and would recommend the ear plugs to anyone. I have tried many other ear plugs and your ear plugs really do what you said they would do.

The two size trial pack was recommended on the website and this recommendation proved useful. I use both sizes - small when I want them to be hidden, larger when I need extra volume reduction. The plugs themselves fit well, are comfortable, and are fairly inconspicuous. And they work. I'm glad I bought them.

I really wanted to love these ear plugs! They are very well made but they wouldn't fit into my ear canal. I pushed them in as far as they would go and it really hurt. Then a few minutes later they would pop out. This was with the small size. I think they need an even smaller one. I wish I could use them but I cannot. I'm back to using the foam throw-aways. They work the best for me. Pam

Product appears to be well made however they didn't work for me. After installing the smaller size they would seal out the noise but would pop out of my ear canal after a minute or two. I would be interested in a smaller size.