Are The TikTok Sensation Loop Earplugs Actually Worth The Hype?
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Every so often, a product enters the zeitgeist through social media like TikTok or Instagram, thanks to people ranting and raving. For example, a popular stain remover for cleaning back in 2022 or a color-friendly blanket for adults. They're hit or miss, sometimes great, and other times, it's difficult to tell if the virality is due to a weird marketing push — but a recent product going viral and advertised all over TikTok might just be the real deal. Called Loop Earplugs (available on Amazon), they do one very simple thing, but they do it well. Loop Earplugs reduce noise to take the edge off.
They're not earbuds. They don't pair with a phone or produce sound. They don't even eliminate sound — you can still hear what's going on around you while wearing them. They're designed for environments where sound is loud, distracting, and possibly even damaging to your ears — like a music festival or concert. They also look weird in a unique and endearing way, and come in a ton of styles. For instance, there's a McLaren Formula 1 Team X style with a sleek two-tone burnt orange and black design, or a Coachella version with an orange and blue fantastical mashup. They're not just for concerts, races, or extremely loud events, which is what makes them so great. You can also wear them anywhere, like at work in open spaces; while parenting loud, excitable kids; or staying present during conversations in crowded areas.
Are they actually worth the hype? Well, that's subjective, but they do work and people love them. They currently have hundreds of reviews on Amazon across several styles, all with four star ratings or above. The Loop Quiet 2 Ear Plugs even have over 20,000 reviews.
Why is everyone excited about earplugs?
To better understand the TikTok hype, you only need to browse the reviews. With over 20,000 reviews, an aggregated score of 4.1 out of 5 stars, and 62% of those reviews at five stars (for the Loop Quiet 2 Ear Plugs), it's evident something is going on. They have no electronics whatsoever, and they're just a silicone plug with an ear tip. How are people even using them?
Reviewers mention sleeping with them "every night," and loving them so much they bought multiple pairs for home use and on-the-go. Others say they're "super comfy," and stay in all night — but then again, the Loop Quiet 2 are meant for sleeping. What about the McLaren or Coachella versions for live events? Sure, you can wear AirPods at a concert you attend, but the Loop Earplugs are probably the better choice.
People love the other versions, too. Reviewers say they offer "great ear protection," they're ideal for concerts with loud, blaring speakers, and they're even "good on a motorcycle." Apparently, they muffle a lot of the noise produced while riding a motorcycle while allowing you to remain fully aware of your surroundings. That's a testament to their reliability. Someone with hyperacusis and Misophonia, making them extremely sensitive to sound, said they wear the McLaren-style Loop Earplugs which helps them "get through so much with completely calm nerves." Sounds like they live up to the hype.
You might also be happy to know that Loop Earplugs are one of the TSA-approved travel gadgets you can carry on your next flight. Excuse me for a moment while I go order a few pairs.