3M 1100 Foam Earplugs [Misc.]

by 3M

Product Features

• - Unit Measure: 200 Pr/Bx

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0002YK9YG
• Item model number: 1100
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,176 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
  • #44 in Home Improvement > Safety & Security > Work Safety Equipment & Gear > Ear Protection

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

3M foam ear plugs conform to the unique shape of each ear for excellent hearing protection and comfort. These soft foam ear plugs are tapered to comfortably fit the ear canal. Recommended for high noise situations (up to 100dBA TWA). Noise reduction rating: 29 dB.

Product Description

Plugs are made of soft foam that expands to fit virtually any size ear canal. Comfortable to wear for extended periods. Each pair is individually packaged in a plastic bag. 200 pairs per dispenser box

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best for sleeping, January 4, 2011

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Chris (Sacramento, CA, United States) - See all my reviews
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I tried something like 20 different kinds of earplugs before settling on these. Why did they win? They work. I'm glad I wasn't fooled by the seemingly low NRR rating of 29dB. I can tell you that in practice, everything seems notably quieter while wearing these than when wearing any of the NRR 31-32dB earplugs I tried. I agree with the other reviewer who said that it seems as though these seal the ear better than the others.

They are not the absolute most comfortable plugs I've tried - Hearos Ultimate Softness are the best in that department. These 3M 1100 plugs simply block noise better, though, and are more than sufficiently comfortable even for 8-hour nights. Hearos also cost more than three times as much here on Amazon. Finally, I've found that Hearos can only be used twice before they lose effectiveness; the 3M 1100 plugs can be used at least three and often as many as five times. Still, Hearos are very effective and very comfortable, and are a fine choice if comfort is your #1 priority.

All of the Howard Leight, Peltor, and Moldex plugs that I tried were either too high pressure (painful!) or didn't work as well as these or the Hearos. One good alternative I will recommend are EAR TaperFit2 - those are a little bit softer and more comfortable than the 1100s and a little more effective than Hearos, and are reasonably inexpensive, so they're a good compromise.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best plugs I have ever used, July 23, 2008

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E. Sun "ESS" (Minneapolis, MN) - See all my reviews
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How technology has changed...these plugs are soft and sticky, so they go in the ear, block most of the noise, but you do not feel any pressure, like older design foams used to feel. I will be buying these from now on.

I used to work in industrial settings, machine shops, and now do a lot of airtravel, so I have fairly extensive experience with earplugs, BTW.

5.0 out of 5 stars great for the light sleeper, November 14, 2011

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M. Weil (Littleton, CO United States) - See all my reviews
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I have used these for many years. A box lasts for several years but they stay pliable and effective and the cost per pair can't be beat. I find that I can wear a pair of these for a week before they get soft and aren't as effective. I'm still able to hear the phone ring but not my snoring spouse. :)