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Earplugs for Every Situation

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Dog Hearing Protection

How to Help a Dog Through Thunderstorms: A Forecast-Led Plan

Storms are the one noise you can see coming days ahead. This forecast-led plan covers[...]

Dog Hearing Protection

Gundog Hearing Protection: Do Hunting Dogs Need Ear Protection When Shooting?

A season of shooting adds up for the dog as well as the Gun. Where[...]

Dog Hearing Protection

Dogs and Fireworks: Why Dogs Are Scared and a Plan From Months Out to the Morning After

Why dogs are scared of fireworks, how loud a display really is by the time[...]

Dog Hearing Protection

Best Dog Ear Muffs: What to Look For Before You Buy

The best dog ear muffs are chosen on frequency data, size, strap retention and returns[...]

Dog Hearing Protection

Do Dog Ear Muffs Work? How Much Noise They Reduce

Dog ear muffs work, but not evenly. Our Dog+ octave data shows 44 dB off[...]

Earplugs for Motorcycle

Motorcycle Earplugs SNR Guide: What Rating Do You Need for Road Riding?

Road riding needs an SNR of 20 to 26 dB, not the biggest number on[...]

Earplugs for Motorcycle

Can You Hear Traffic With Motorcycle Earplugs? The Evidence

Riders worry that earplugs will hide sirens, horns and traffic. Measured on motorcyclists, the opposite[...]

Earplugs for Motorcycle

Can Riding a Motorcycle Cause Tinnitus? What Every Rider Should Know

Wind noise on a motorcycle can trigger permanent ringing, and most British riders never protect[...]

Earplugs for Motorcycle

Earplugs for Track Days: What Riders and Drivers Really Need

A UK circuit's 105 dB(A) noise test measures your exhaust from half a metre away,[...]

Earplugs for sleeping

Best Earplugs for Sleeping: A Complete Buyer’s Guide

Looking for the best earplugs for sleeping? We evaluated the top-rated picks for comfort, noise[...]

Earplugs for sleeping

Silicone, Wax, or Foam? A Complete Sleeping Earplugs Comparison

When it comes to getting quality rest, blocking out nighttime noise can make all the[...]

Earplugs for sleeping

Discover the Ultimate Comfort: Top Ear Plugs for Sleeping You Need to Try

Finding the perfect ear plugs for sleeping can transform your nights. They offer a simple[...]

Earplugs for noise sensitivity

Top 5 Benefits of Using Noise Sensitivity Ear Plugs Every Day

Noise sensitivity can be overwhelming. This condition might seem as exaggerated or even fictitious for[...]

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JP
JP
27/09/2026
5/5
Great Products - Great Service
The Music Sound Pro earplugs are excellent! I play in a Samba band and these earplugs protect my hearing while still allowing me to hear what we are all playing. I can also hear what the leader is saying - so just perfect for my needs. There was a very small problem with my order (slight damage to the hygiene seal) and,when I made inquiries about it, the team at Bollsen dealt with the issue quickly and professionally ... and with kindness. Thanks Tom. So, a great experience all 'round for me.
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Paul S.
21/09/2026
5/5
I was about to give up on earplugs!
I had tried many different earplugs to reduce the wind noise on my motorbike. None had really fit well enough, turns out that I have large ear canals, nor reduced the noise to any acceptable level. I tried Bollsen just as another option with expectations a bit low. However, due to their hollow, cone shaped design they fit really well in my ears and reduce the wind roar. I have bought a second pair now! Would thoroughly recommend if your having the same troubles that I did.
TP
Taryn P.
18/09/2026
5/5
Bollsen is an excellent company!
Bollsen made the interaction of purchasing and receiving the hearing protection plugs a real pleasure. The shipping was fast and the communication was great and the product is fantastic. I use them for my drums and going to concerts as they only take away some of the loudness, but not the range of highs and lows… This is my second time purchasing these

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Trusted Expert: Techno Legend DJ Umek

Techno legend DJ UMEK knows how much his hearing matters on stage. Alongside his wife, Senka Umek, he helps raise awareness of hearing protection and encourages people to take their ear health seriously. For DJs and musicians, earplugs for music aren’t just a tool. They’re a necessity for performing at your best.

Festival-goers and concert lovers need earplugs for festivals and concerts to enjoy music safely. World-renowned DJ UMEK trusts BOLLSEN earplugs to protect hearing while keeping sound clear and vibrant. As he puts it: “You have to protect your ears — I’m ready for the gig” (see DJ UMEK’s Instagram post).

There are 1 million pairs of ears in our community

About us

BOLLSEN Hearing Protection is a family-owned company, founded in 2016. We make earplugs that help you sleep and focus, and let you enjoy loud places in comfort.

Our reusable earplugs are made from soft, hypoallergenic silicone, and more than 1 million people wear them. Dr. Kurbegovic, MD, a family physician, advises on every design, so comfort and safety come first.

The design is patented and registered in the EU, the UK, the US, Canada, Australia and Japan. You can read more on our intellectual property page.

Every model is independently tested and certified to the European standard for hearing protection. The lab results show how much noise each one blocks.

You may have seen us in Glamour UK, Mixmag, BBC Science Focus or The New York Times Wirecutter.

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AR KI TECH Technology

AR KI TECH is our own way of finding your size online. AR stands for augmented reality and KI for artificial intelligence (künstliche Intelligenz in German).

You take two photos of your ears and upload them. We work out whether small or medium fits you better and send that size, so your earplugs fit from the first day.

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