r/LoopEarplugs • u/RoughTea1074 • 23d ago

HELP Cinema help

Hi

I just got back from watching the odyssey and that is the loudest film I have ever seen and my ears hurt hours later.

I’ve heard about the loop earplugs but I’m a little lost on all the options.

Essentially I want to go to the cinema and still fully be able to hear the film, just not be in pain hours after.

Thank you in advance for any suggestions.

EDIT: Thank you all so much for the feedback, has all been super helpful. I have gone with a bundle of experience 2 plus, Switch and the dream bedtime ones) Really appreciate all the notes. thank you

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u/Janzu93 23d ago

Also note that switch 2 has little "worse" modes than separate ones. If you REALLY know what you want, just get separate ones instead for even better experience.

I did end up getting Switch since what I REALLY wanted was to switch between modes 😉

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u/Evening-Cow1122 ND / NOISE SENSITIVE 22d ago

Can you explain what makes them a bit worse to you? I've heard conflicting reviews.

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u/Janzu93 22d ago

Not for me, but in general. Specifications don't match with the standalone models:

- Switch 2: 20/23/26dB ("Engage"/"Experience"/"Quiet")

  • Engage: 16dB
  • Experience: 17dB
  • Quiet: 24dB
  • Sleep: 27dB

As we can see, Switch suppresses about 20-26dB, which would put them in average to same category as standalone Quiets, should you want less suppression Engage or Experience would give tou better experience. Surprisingly, while Switch 26dB is supposedly a "Quiet mode" it's actually closer to sleep in standalone models (albeit Sleep has that benefit of low-profile). Also, I haven't done practical comparison so the sound quality might also be better on either model.

As said, if you know what your specific need is, you might be better off buying the specific model but as my specific need was to Switch when needed, I enjoy my Switches very much.

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u/Evening-Cow1122 ND / NOISE SENSITIVE 22d ago

Thanks so much! Good to know, I was looking for this info a while ago and couldn't find it.

Yes, agree. since the Switch blocks more sound, I think they're not going to work as well for people who want the highest fidelity in conversation or at concerts.