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Mack's Ultra Soft Foam Earplugs (50 pair)
4.7 · 33,540 reviews
Editor score8.0/10
Best for: Extreme noise environments, heavy snorers' partners, industrial workers
Lowest price we found
$14.99
At Amazon · checked 2026-07-01
Buy at Amazon · $14.99 ↗Updated 2026-07-01Tested 30 days
Noise reduction
NRR 33dB (max OTC)
Material
Polyurethane foam
Reusable
Limited (1-2 uses)
The maximum-reduction disposable foam earplugs — 33dB NRR, 50 pairs for $15, the pick for extreme noise.
Mack's foam earplugs are the industry standard for maximum noise reduction. NRR 33dB (the highest available in over-the-counter earplugs). Disposable but 50 pairs at $15 = 30¢ per night. Best for extreme noise: heavy snoring partners, construction environments, factories, shooting ranges. Downside: they pop out during side sleep unless positioned very carefully.
Price across 3 retailers
Prices checked 2026-07-01amazon
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Amazon best-seller · NRR 33dB (max) · 50 pairs
$14.99
2026-07-01
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Should you buy it?
What we like
- Maximum practical foam blocking (32 dB)
- Pennies per pair
- Soft foam most ears tolerate all night
What to know before buying
- Single-use economics and waste
- Foam pressure builds for some ears
- Fiddly insertion technique matters
At a glance
Noise reductionNRR 33dB (max OTC)
MaterialPolyurethane foam
ReusableLimited (1-2 uses)
Count50 pairs
Side sleeper friendlyLimited (may pop out)
Cost per pair~30¢
ContainerYes (jar)
CleaningNot designed for cleaning
ColorsBeige
Best forExtreme noise reduction
How it scores
How our 8/10 breaks down — rated on the dimensions that matter most for sleep masks, from hands-on testing and verified specs, not the marketing.
Blocking power
9.5/10
Comfort
8/10
Durability
6/10
Fit
8/10
Value
9/10
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Frequently asked questions
Mack's vs Loop Quiet — which is better for sleep?
Loop is more comfortable and reusable. Mack's blocks more noise (33dB vs 24dB). For most sleep noise, Loop wins. For extreme snoring or industrial-level noise, Mack's.
Are Mack's the same as Hearos or 3M foam earplugs?
All three are similar polyurethane foam at similar NRR ratings. Mack's Ultra Soft is slightly softer than Hearos. Practical difference is minimal.
Do they cause ear infections?
Not if used correctly. Roll before insertion (per package instructions), don't reuse a plug more than 2-3 nights, and don't share plugs with others. Rare infections come from moisture + reuse.
Which side of Mack's goes in?
Roll the plug into a thin cylinder, then insert the tapered end into your ear. Hold in place for 30 seconds while it expands. Correct insertion = 25-30dB actual reduction; poor insertion = only 15dB.
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