Not as much nonsense as Reddit, Quora, or Amazon customer reviews that aren't verified purchases at least... As far as I can tell, most people seem to leave useful, genuine, or believable comments on my channel - something I'm very grateful for.
Noise blocking and comfort for side sleeping are more important for sleeping earphones than sound quality. You're about to fall asleep or sleeping, not a time to be a hi-fi audio judge. :)
I think all three are important - it just depends on the person and their bedroom environment. Comfort is probably the most important point. But even noise blocking isn't relevant to everyone; some people have a silent bedroom so don't need that. Audio quality can be important if someone wants to listen to a podcast, meditation, or ambient music to unwind before falling asleep and would like a good audio experience while they do so. And some people only buy one set of headphones that they use during the day and night, so it's important to them that they sound good. This is why I try to keep different needs in mind when I do a review like this, even if it does make it longer, with sections that are irrelevant to some people.
Great job reviewing these. I wish they would just make noise cancelling sleep buds that work for side sleepers, already. Sounds like the Apple are close, and the Sony need to be slimmed down.
Thanks Jim. That's the missing piece of the sleep headphones puzzle! I'm sure one day, a company will nail it. For now, it's just a case of finding what works best for our particular needs and sleep position etc.
Me too what i need is just noice cancelling same bose noice cancelling i don't want to hear neighbor I don't know that this is same bose noice cancelling but bose work great i didn't hear anything
Its not possible the tech required in such a thin unit will reduce the battery life to the point its not useable the best option would be a headband with attached buds.
Excellent review. I’m an audio engineer and electronic musician and I use the Neumann NDH20s for everything as they sound phenomenal but sleeping with them is nearly impossible due to their size (and price) and I’m a side sleeper. I’ve been looking for a decent pair of headphones to sleep in as I have to either listen to music or audiobooks in order to fall asleep, for audiobooks I could use basically anything comfortable but being as a musician and engineer I can’t stand low audio quality when I’m listening to music, I also listen to a lot of electronic, ambient and bass centric music when I sleep, I’ve been earbuds but every morning I have to find them as they fall out. So I need a replacement. Your through review focusing on both comfort and audio quality is much appreciated
Thanks Matthew, I'm happy to hear you liked the review. I'm not sure if there was anything in there that meets your needs. Let me know if there was - and if it works for you!
@@nosleeplessnights1 np it’s nice to see someone doing such detailed reviews. I tried a few different ones and found them all to be pretty uncomfortable for wearing all night. I finally settled on the musicozy headband…frankly they don’t sound great not really capable of any meaningful bass but they are by far the most comfortable and the only ones I I’ve found that I can stand to wear throughout the night and they’re inexpensive. I realized it’s pretty much impossible to achieve the kind of sound quality I’d want ideally on any headphones that are thin enough to be comfortable sleeping on my side. If I’m laying in bed and listening to music I go back to my NDH20s but when I’m ready to sleep and I want to listen to an audiobook or an album that I’ve heard a million times then I’ll switch to the musicozy it’s not perfect but it’s working decent for me.
That's the problem. There are several that are comfortable to wear on your side for longer periods, but none that have the kind of stellar sound quality the high-end headphones - or even mid-range headphones - have. So it's a case of sacrificing sound quality, and usually bass particularly, for the option to lie on your side. One day some company will nail it, but for now it is what it is!
It sounds like I am looking for a tough thing - Headphones and ear plugs hurt my ears, so I prefer the head band. I am also a side sleeper, and on a budget. I got a headband, but it doesn’t seem to cancel / reduce noise like I need.
Thanks for this video, it was super helpful and very detailed! I have the AirPods pro 2 and the noise cancellation is mind blowingly good. They almost completely cut out a crying baby sound on a flight recently. I can‘t lie on my side for long though. My ears are tiny so I feel them too much. I like the idea of a headband style and might try one of them just to see. I think the sound will be disappointing after the AirPods though. Thanks for explaining the difference between them. I also noticed lots of them seem the same.
Thank you for your kind words Irene - I'm glad you liked the video. I didn't go into detail (there was just no time in an already long video), but I agree that the noise cancelling is fantastic on planes. I wore the Apple, Sony and Bose headphones on the same flight and tested them with the same noise levels and thought they all did a really good job of reducing the general background noise. As for kids and random louder sounds, the Airpods and Bose did the best job of cutting them out for me. But the Sony were also very good for reducing the cabin noise. As for the headband, you will gain comfort but lose a lot in terms of audio quality. It all depends on your priorities at night.
Have you tried the Soundcore A10 earbuds by Anker? Would love to hear your thoughts on those. It really is so hard to find something comfy as a side sleeper. I tried a headband similar to the musicozy brand and even that felt like a lot of pressure on my ears.
I haven't had a chance to try those unfortunately. Those headbands do sometimes have speakers that are larger than one would hope for as a side sleeper. It's a case of looking for the thinnest ones I think.
Earplugs would be my top choice if you don't like music. Potentially headphones with noise cancellation activated but no music too. But I'd start with earplugs if you don't mind wearing them, as they are a lot cheaper to experiment with than noise cancelling headphones!
thank you so much for being so thorough, I've always been scared of buying the headband style sleep headphones because I feel like I heard a story of somebody's cheap pair catching fire/exploding while the owner was sleeping, but I can not find the story anywhere for the life of me so I'm just gonna try some cheap headband style ones to see if I can deal with the heat that the band will create.
You're welcome, I'm happy to hear the video was helpful. I can't say I've heard that story myself. If anyone else is reading this and they have a source regarding that, please let us know! Let me know which headband you try, and if you like it:-)
I was a bose sleepbuds user, but they have technical problems and the product is discontinued. I have heard about the Oslo sleepbuds, they are they same as the bose, but apparently they solve the old problems. So, which is the future with this kind of products. Which is my alternative instead of my bose sleepbuds? The quiet on are not good by cancelling the noises, in my opinion. Now a days, masking the noises is more effective.
That's a very good question, and one many people have asked me! I still need to try the Oslo sleep buds, as they sound interesting. Really though, I think there's a bit of a gap in the market at the moment with noise cancelling headphones designed specifically for sleep. There are lots of great noise cancelling headphones, and lots of comfortable sleep headphones, but there isn't one that unites both of those areas that I could recommend right now. Once the Oslo are out, I'll definitely try them, but they are still in preorder.
Hi there, I'm interested in some noise cancelling headphones that completely cancel out noise from other people talking at a normal level as well as snoring in other bedrooms with unfortunately thin walls and thin doors. I saw in the video that you recommended the Bose headphones, and since researching, it looks like the Bose QuietComfort Ultra are a more modern version of the product you described in the video? I primarily sleep on my back and I've tried small earbuds before and I could not get used to them sadly. I do not really need to listen to any white noise or music when trying to sleep, I just unfortunately get woken up easily by voices and snoring from other people in the house so guaranteeing good noise cancellation for all of my sleep would be the highest priority for me. Is it possible to have these headphones turned on with noise cancellation active even with nothing playing on the speakers? I work night shifts you see, so my sleep health has not been the greatest and my mental health is taking a toll with my sleep deprivation! If you are able to give me any advice, I'd greatly appreciate it. Thank you very much for the video!
Hi! Yes, Bose released those after the video was published. I haven't tested them yet, but they have been on my to-do list for a while. You'd have to check other people's comparisons to find out more I think, but from what I've watched and read myself, they do seem very good too. To answer your question, yes you can just have the noise cancellation without music. Have you tried sleeping with on-ear headphones before? If you're able to comfortably, then great. But if you roll over in the night, it will be a problem. In my latest video, there's a point when I tried to block out dogs barking and found I could do so by combining the noise cancelling Bose headphones and earplugs at the same time. It's a bit of an extreme thing to do, and I'm not 100% sure what audiologists or doctors would have to say about doing that. But in desperate times, it works very well.
@@nosleeplessnights1 Thank you very much for your reply. I've never tried on ear headphones before, and I must say I don't particularly move and roll over in the night at all whilst I'm sleeping. I will see and look around to try those out if they can work. At the moment, the Bose headphones are tempting as Black Friday encroaches us and I've seen some decent deals on the product already. Even beyond for sleeping use, I think they'd also be a fantastic pair of headphones to use as well. The noise cancelling demonstration reviews I've seen are promising as the headphones managed to quell the bustle of a city field and café, so hopefully quiet indoor voice conversations as well as snoring from next door should be covered under Bose' noise cancelling technologies. Just need to find something that works well really, as I am keen to get ahead on sleep health as I'm still a young person, and wouldn't want this to lead to many years of neglect of sleep health! Thank you again!
It's great that you understand the importance of sleeping well! If you do decide to get them, I hope they work out for you. You can always send them back if they don't. I think one of the main problems with wearing over or on-ear headphones all night is that we do tend to move around in our sleep. So even if you feel you fall asleep on your back, you're likely to change positions during the night. If you experiment with them, you will probably find out soon enough whether they are going to work out though.
I've tried so many headphones over the past 5 years, at least 10 pairs. My current pair are Anker Soundcore Q35 model. They are very comfortable and work great, and the ear cups swivel. While you can sleep on your side, for me it starts to bother my neck. I do have 2 types of the sleep band style but they don't really cancel noise. Also I've tried some types of generic brand noise canceling earbuds. The kinds I got worked fine and were pretty cheap so the expensive ones seem almost too much right now.
Thanks for sharing your experience Jenna. It sounds like you've been pretty dedicated to finding the right headphones. I'm surprised you can lie on your side with the Soundcore as I can't at all with any of the larger over ear headphones. Do you use a really soft pillow, or have you found a position that lets you manage for a while at least (until it bothers your neck, as you say)? None of the sleep band styles have noise cancelling, sadly. That remains an untapped goldmine for whoever manages to invent them one day. For now, it seems to be tricky to put active noise cancellation tech into flat speakers. As for earbuds, you're right in that the expensive ones are just that...expensive. But they do remain far superior to low cost earbuds when it comes to noise cancellation and audio quality in my opinion. I guess it boils down to deciding how much you're willing to invest in headphones and/or how much you're willing to experiment with generic ones to see if there are any that satisfy your needs.
Great informative video thanks... I have Tinnitus and am looking into sleep earphones.. I currently use a white noise app on my tablet which I leave on the pillow beside me.. It works well at masking the Tinnitus. In the summer time I use a fan..
You're welcome - I'm happy to hear it was helpful. I also have tinnitus, albeit not very bad compared to many people. White noise also works well for me if I want to disguise the noise. Personally though, any sound at all on any headphones is enough to mask my tinnitus levels, so I wouldn't be able to recommend any particular headphones that are better than others for tinnitus based on personal experience. My suspicion is that they are pretty much all fine if you play music or white noise through them.
@@nosleeplessnights1 Do you find the speakers move? I really need to get something as my partner snores and I have chronic insomnia. He was away for a week and discovered if I put a RUclips video or podcast on that I really want to watch or listen I’ll fall asleep. I currently own Beats Sports with the hook around the ear. My ears are weird and can’t hold onto the AirPods. I’ve tried sleeping with the beats but need a donut pillow like you mentioned.. 😂
Hi, thanks for the video. I have a question, if possible - I do NOT want to listen to any apps or music while falling asleep or sleeping. In such case - what would be the best solution, to cancel my loud neighbor's noise behind the wall? I am looking for a solution, which can be also a non-electronic device, some plastic, foam or other stuff (I tried standard 3M earplugs, wax-like things but this gives me the feeling of my head stuffed or unpleasant fullness and not cancelling any louder noise fully). ANy tips, would be grateful, thank you!
Have you tried listening to white noise, through a machine, a speaker, or headphones? As for non-electronic, really you only have foam, silicone, wax or plastic earplugs to choose from if you want to try earplugs. Many of them will give you that stuffed feeling though, other than silicone and wax if you fit them corrrectly. Have you tried putting furniture or heavy fabrics by the adjoining wall? That might help reduce some of their noise.
Very interesting ! Do you know which are the most effective noise cancellation earbuds in 2023 in terms of canceled decibels? I want to minimize noise and vibrations from neighbors (slamming doors, moving furniture...), and for that, the noise cancellation needs to be as high as possible... but it's difficult to make the good choice since most of earbuds on the market are very expansive ! I tried the QuietOn 3 Sleep for example and the ANC is very weak for my level of sensitivity. Thank you very much for your help and for your videos !
Thanks - glad you liked the video. To answer your question plainly - no. I don't know which headphones are supposed to be the most effective in terms of the precise cancelled decibels. I'm not even sure that's possible to find out, other than taking the company specs and assuming they are accurate for all people, or doing your own tests (which I haven't done this year). I would probably take a look at Sony, Apple, and Bose to see what they have. For example, there's now the newer Sony model of the one in the video - the WF-1000XM5. The main problem though may not be finding the headphones with the best noise cancellation when you're trying to compare almost equally good ones. It's more the kind of noise you want to block. All of them are much better for blocking constant noise, or noise that's not very sudden and loud. Doors slamming are very hard to block out in my experience. The AirPods are supposed to have the fastest response rate to sudden noise, but a door slam is still a challenge for them. The other issue is that some sound will travel through the physical world, not just the air, making it even harder to block out with headphones. There's no perfect solution, sadly, other than speaking politely to your neigbours if you can, having enough furniture/material in your bedroom to soak up some noise, having good noise insulation in the ceiling, maybe using earplugs etc. I hope you find a solution though. Noisy neighbors can be tricky to cope with.
Thank you very much Ethan for your complete reply ! I know that many of us have poor sleep quality because of our neighbors, and therefore we watch content like yours. We are not particularly looking for good quality sound, or even a Bluetooth connection with a smartphone, but simply earbuds that are effective in terms of ANC only. For this particular case, the best would be the QuietOn Design with the noise cancellation capacity of the Bose QuietConfort or the AirPods, and I am sure that such a gadget will exist one day ! The demand is there :) Thank you again for your content. @@nosleeplessnights1
@@nosleeplessnights1 yeah it's great! I couldn't find a pair of buds comfortable enough to sleep in so the over ear speakers are nice with the added bonus of an eye mask. I highly recommend trying it!
Could you please review quieton? Would need to find ANC level similar to Apple AirPod without Bluetooth function and can last more than 6 hours so that I can block out the dog barking in the morning. Thanks a lot !
Hi Brian, I have reviewed the Quieton version 2 in the past. You can see the video here: ruclips.net/video/K6jSdBfpfuE/видео.html I'm in the process of testing the version 3 at the moment as well, but it will be a while before I film and edit the review of that model. What I can say is that the ANC is good, and it will last longer than 6 hours.
For the past year, I’ve been using AirPods Pro 2 to help me sleep. They’re great at creating silence, but when I sleep on a firm pillow, they become uncomfortable as they press on my ear, and I end up removing them at night. So, I ordered the Anker Sleep A20, hoping they’ll be more comfortable. They don’t have noise cancellation, so I’ll likely need to use background noise or music for sound isolation. I’m not sure if I’ll like it since with the AirPods, I didn’t need any sound - they blocked noise well on their own. I just hope the Ankers work well and won’t disturb my sleep anymore.
That's the thing with the Airpods Pro 2 - the noise cancellation on its own is really impressive, but unless you use a soft pillow, they aren't so practical for side sleeping for an extended length of time. The A20s are definitely much more comfortable when lying on your side in my experience. However, as you point out, they don't have active noise cancellation, so to make the best use of them you need to use some audio to mask any external noise you can hear in bed. My advice would be to experiment with the different in-app sounds, and also the tune sounds feature combined with the equaliser. With those three elements, there is huge scope for customising the sound, so hopefully you can find something you don't mind listen to and doesn't keep you awake.
If you only want to block out sound have you considered ear plugs? Premium plugs that mould to your ear are probably more comfortable compared to earbuds.
Can I pair earbuds with a white noise machine (bluetooth), so I don't use my phone's battery? I would prefer using a white noise machine + earbuds. Please answer🙏
This is not a common feature with white noise machines. There are lots that have a wired headphone jack, but Bluetooth is rare. The only one I can think of right now is the Sound+Sleep Aquarius. But that one has some other issues to be aware of, and only plays water sounds. If I think of any others, I'll let you know!
Stay away from the Kokoon Nightbuds!! They are made from cheap materials and will fall apart after a year. Mine had the wire crumble at every bend until they became useless, just after a year. When I open a case them, simply said sorry and advised to wrap the wire in tape. Lol. Go for some serious brand that has established manufacturing methods.
Thanks for sharing your experience, though I'm sorry to hear it wasn't a good one. I'm surprised they gave you such careless advice. I think this highlights a potential issue with all headphones that have a wired connection when you use them in bed. All that moving around and weight put on the wires and connection points puts a lot of stress on them over time.
Hi and thanks for such a comprehensive review! I think I've watched it around 5 times! As a side sleeper, I'm really struggling with this. My main issues: __dealing with snoring a few nights a week __really loud construction next door What I've been doing for years to deal with the snoring is to wear some soft earplugs jammed into my ears and covered with wired and sort of flat over-the-ear headphones. I play pink noise and it does a pretty good job of blocking the snoring. The problem? Just too uncomfortable. I'm tired of it. Also, the wires are quite awkward. Recently, the construction began and I couldn't take it, so I went out and got some Airpods Pro 2. I was blown away by the ANC. It really works! I could barely make out the sawing or hammering and was thrilled. I thought--could I possibly sleep in these? No--not unless I get some sort of donut pillow. Also, they sort of hurt even during the day if I wear them too long. Maybe I need foam tips. I then bought the Beats Fit Pro--was told they'd be more comfortable. They are...slightly. But the ANC is not as good and sleeping in them won't work. I then tried the Anker Sleep A10s. Not sure if I didn't fit them in right, but they did nothing for me. (I've been trying to figure this out for so long, I almost feel like I should make a RUclips video or write an article about it. :) ) So here am I, back at this video (after watching the one re: the earplugs), thinking that maybe I should: a: buy a donut pillow and use the Apple AirPods with foam tips OR b: buy soft earplugs and the SleepPhones and try to recreate what I've been doing, but in a more comfortable way. I'd love to hear your thoughts. Thanks so much!
Hi Lisa! First of all, thanks for watching my video five times - a few more times and you'll pass me... Sorry you have to keep coming back because you haven't found the right solution yet though. So, the problem is that there just isn't an ideal answer to extreme circumstances like yours. Earplugs, headphones, white noise machines, combinations of various types - they are all great for low to mid volume noise, and sometimes even louder noise depending on the type, distance, air vs conduction etc. But power tools, dogs barking in the house, thumping bass, very loud snoring 20cm from your ears, people slamming doors or wearing shoes above you with wooden floorboards - those are notoriously hard to deal with. The idea of earplugs and Sleepphones might work, but if you lie on your side, the combined pressure of the earplugs, speaker, and fabric might still be too bulky. I would check you can get a refund before spending more on a headband if your current one doesn't work if you're going to take the risk of doubling up on what's in/over your ears. My first thought goes to the snoring. This is something that can be helped for many people if they are able to get it checked out or even try some over the counter and/or self-help techniques. Ultimately, stopping the snoring or reducing it is better than a lifetime of wearing earplugs + other items over the top. Another trick is to try to go to sleep before your partner if you tend to sleep through it once you're asleep and it's the falling asleep due to the noise that causes the problem. As for the construction, I assume you're a shift worker to be sleeping during the day? Is there another room available you can sleep in temporarily that doesn't have the construction so close? If not, can you improve the noise dampening around your windows, curtains, or blinds? That might be worth looking into if it's going to go on for months. Pillows with a hole do exist because of ear surgery, piercings, etc. So that might be worth a shot. I have it on my radar to test a few at some point. Funnily enough, I'm also thinking of doing a bigger comparison of multiple products and combinations for the noise blocking at some point too. Let me know if you beat me to it!
@@nosleeplessnights1 Hi and thanks for this reply! All great ideas. The only reason I'm dealing with the construction noise is that I'm a teacher and off for the summer. The AirPods might be worth keeping just for how well they block that noise. I may just need the foam tips to make them more comfortable. Re: the snoring....that's a tricky one. My boyfriend likes to sleep on his back, which triggers it. It's not the loudest snore I've heard and it's not every time and certainly not the entire night...but if it happens, I'm up and that's that. I'm actually not a great sleeper even when alone, so anything can wake me up. Pink noise is the way to go, for sure. I do recommend doing a review of how one can combine products--earplugs + a headband, etc. It really is the only thing that has blocked the sound without being ANC. It's just the comfort factor. For now, I may try the headband and soft plugs, then move on to the donut pillow. :) PS: I've read that Google Pixel buds *might* be OK for a side sleeper. They look sort of flat. Hard to say, though.
No problem! That makes sense re. the construction. I agree the Airpods are really good for that kind of noise. Sometimes when I walk past a huge construction site wearing them I like to take them out just to test how much noise they are blocking and it still surprises me! For lighter snoring, I still find well-fitting foam earplugs with a high noise reduction rating work well for me. But sure, listening to audio is even better if you can comfortably wear the headphones and/or comfortably combine them with earplugs. I remember there was a trick doing the rounds online for ages about sewing a tennis ball into the back of a snorer's top to stop them sleeping on their back! I imagine the percentage of people who actually did that is somewhere close to zero...and the percentage of people who agreed to wear the top is probably even closer! But as I said before, there are lots of over the counter products that might help, as well as lifestyle choices, and of course, advice from a medical professional if necessary. It might also be worth looking into the pillow he's using and doing some reading into how pillow choice can affect snoring as a less drastic low-hanging fruit to try. Best of luck, whichever path you take to try to sleep better!
@@nosleeplessnights1 That's interesting re: the tennis ball! I do think my bf should use a slightly thicker pillow maybe. Of course, there's his dog barking when someone walks by the house. It's so high-pitched that my Apple Watch warns me about the sound decibels hitting 95! So here's my plan for now: __Acoustic Sheep SleepPhones arriving tonight--will try them with the foam earplugs __Donut pillow also arriving; will try them with my previous headphone system __I might re-purchase the AirPods Pro 2s (just for daytime--not for sleeping) to block the construction noise and get the foam tips to make them comfortable. I'm going to compare them to the latest from Sony. Then, after I make a final decision, I think will write a couple of articles for Medium, which I recently joined. One would be my quest, as a side sleeper, to find the right solution. Another might be how I bought, returned and then, re-purchased the Apple earbuds--not unlike getting married, divorced and remarrying the same person. Whatever I do, I will link to your website and/or RUclips channel since it's one of the best resources for side sleepers trying to find a solution. :)
Sounds like you're hedging your bets there nicely. I really hope one of them works out for you. I'd be very interested to hear your results when you've given the pillow and the Sleepphones + earplugs a try. Good luck with the article too, and thanks for keeping me in mind. I appreciate that!
Hi Ethan thanks for the great review! I’m probably about to return some Sony WF-1000XM5’s I got because they’re just too uncomfortable especially as a side sleeper. Have you heard of the Ozlo Sleepbuds? They’re the next gen of the Bose Sleepbud II’s that a few ex Bose employees are developing and will be out early 2024. No ANC, they are passive with noise masking, but at the very least fully compatible with all the other music/video apps. Apparently the Bose Sleepbud II’s were popular so I’m really hoping this new iteration ticks some boxes. Would love to hear your thoughts if you’ve looked into them at all!
You're welcome! Sorry to hear the XM5 didn't work on your side - that doesn't surprise me at all though as they are large. I have heard of them and am keeping my eye on them. When they come out I would love to test them out.
Good question Nicolo, thank you:-) My best answer would be that it depends on the volume/type of snoring, your distance to the snoring person, and the fit of your AirPods in your ears. If the snoring is lighter, then yes they can block it out completely in my experience. If it's really loud snoring, and the person is sleeping right next to you rather than in another room, and you're not playing music, you will hear some of the snoring for sure. They should reduce the volume, but whether that's enough to preserve your sanity and help you sleep is a question I can't answer!
You're welcome. It's important to understand that no matter how good the noise cancellation or masking of a device is, there will always be an epic snorer who can rip them to shreds...
Oh yes, always need to keep on top of charging. I took the Sony earbuds with me yesterday to London on the train, settled into my seat ready to listen to some music on the journey, only to discover I'd forgotten to charge the case after draining them when using them to edit videos...oops! Good job I always take backup wired headphones with me, but kind of annoying nontheless.
I’ve been using AirPods Pro (or Pro 2) for a few years now. Side and back. It was not comfortable at first but I got used to them in a week or so and don’t notice anymore. The biggest issue is battery life - they make beeps when low and beep again when they shut off, and they do not last more than 4-6 hours even if you turn off ANC. I’d like to try the Soundcore Sleep A10 but I’m certain I won’t like them as much.
I agree it's a shame the battery life doesn't extend to an average full night's sleep of 7+ hours. As for the beeping, there are many headphones that do that, or give power warnings. The cheap headband styles often do that, for example. I hope you find some other headphones that work better for you.
Thanks for the suggestion! I am working on a Quieton 3.1 review, which will come out later this summer probably. The other two are on my radar, but not to compare all three at this moment.
Thanks for the complete review ! Apparently there is a wired version of the sleephone you already tested. Why you didn't mentioned it here as a cheaper alternative of the wireless one presented ? Thanks !
You're welcome! Actually, there are seven different versions of the SleepPhones. I only discussed the specific one in the video because it's the only one I've used myself. And for me, the fact that it's wireless was one of the best points about it, so I chose not to discuss the wired, or other, versions. And on a practical level, I have to be careful where I choose to focus when doing a comparison video like this to ensure it doesn't become too long.
Unfortunately, no. If there is one, I haven't seen it. There's definitely a gap in the market, but one that I suspect may take a while to fill due to the technology/components currently required to create decent noise cancellation.
@@nosleeplessnights1 Thanks for the response! I did come across (with my wife's help) a sleep "ear muff" that is supposed to block sound, though it doesn't have speakers, which is ok. We ordered it and I am hoping it works well.
i have suffered of sleep deprivation for years, I've realized that they're mostly caused by noises, mainly for the "knock like" sounds, newbie question, can I use this headphones for noise cancellation only, or it's required to have some kind of sound (I love EDM but not for sleeping!). asking for absolute silence is still too futuristic?
I can totally relate to you - noise, along with heat, are my worst enemies when it comes to sleep! In theory, you can use all of the headphones to block a bit of sound just by having material in or in front of your ears. The amount they block varies enormously. Only some of them have active noise cancellation as well as creating a physical barrier though. So, for example, you can use the Airpods, the Boss, the Sony, and the Soundcore with the noise cancellation on, but with no music if you prefer. The headbands and small wired earbuds, for example, will do very little to block out noise if you don't play any audio through them. They don't have active noise cancellation, so are fairly useless if you have a neighbor annoying you with booming music or loud footsteps - unless you use them to play some audio. Personally, if you don't plan on listening to music at all with them, even during the day, and just want silence in bed, I wouldn't spend $300 on expensive headphones when some well-fitting earplugs with a high noise reduction rating should block out more external noise (assuming you don't mind the feeling of earplugs).
I love sleeping in my AirPods with the ANC. But I wear ear buds too much and my ear canals are becoming irritated. So sad there are no headbands or over ear headphones that offer ANC and are comfortable for side sleepers. :(
I have been searching for many years for active noise cancelling airbuds that block out snoring, are comfortable to allow me to sleep on my side and can play my music. It should not be that hard for a company like Bose to make! I even spoke with a Bose employee and told him what I wanted and he basically told me that they only produce what the higherups suggest and they were not interested in an individuals input!. I had a pair of bose noisecancelling buds with the neck band. They were comfortable in my ears and did a great job of noise cancelling. The band was a bit annoying and they finally broke and Bose discontinued. Do you think my best bet is the apple pro 2.? I am looking for comfort aNd most importantly noise cancelling to block out my wife's snoring! Thank you
It's interesting that you spoke to an employee, but not surprising they gave you that answer! If you spend a lot of time sleeping on your side, I wouldn't feel comfortable saying the Airpods Pro 2 are definitely going to work for you. As I said in the video, I can use them on my side for a while with no problem. This is made possible by a fairly soft pillow though, and a bit of wriggling to get the most comfortable position. Whether you'd tolerate them as well, and for many hours night after night, is impossible for me to predict. I do think they would help block out some (though perhaps not all if it's very loud) snoring. Again though, it's hard to predict how much exactly. But what I can say with confidence is that the active noise cancellation is much better than any of the others that are arguably more comfortable to use on your side (mainly because most don't actually have any active noise cancellation, so it's a low bar...) Buy them from a seller you can return them to once opened and keep them in good condition would be my best advice if you decide to try them:-)
@@nosleeplessnights1 Thank you for the response. I currently use the TOZO nc 9 plus which reduces the snore sound by 70 percent compared to my old bose buds which reduced it around 85 percent. The Tozo are really comfortable and can sleep with them perfectly due to a low profile. Might be worth a review. They are really inexpensive as well The plus may be discontinued but the NC 9 are still available. I think I will wait for Bose to get their act together. I need low profile, great noise cancelling, bluetooth streaming, and a 7 hour battery life!. Am I really asking too much?.. Keep up the great reviews. I have subscribed and liked! Thanks again Jeff
Thanks for that suggestion - I hadn't seen these before. I see what you mean about having a low profile. They still look quite large, but don't seem to stick out so much judging by their product photos. As for Bose, I also hope that one day they, or another company, crack the problem of low-profile headphones with great active noise cancellation that can be worn all night on your side. One day...one day...
@nosleeplessnights1 Merci pour ton retour. Je cherche désespérément un casque antibruit (même passif) qui convient pour dormir avec (sur le côté. Je suis dormeur latéral). Aidez moi s'il vous plait ! !
@nosleeplessnights1 Merci énormément. J'habite très près d'un chantier et des voisins "inciviles" (pour rester courtois), ils ont des chiens... Ce sont donc des aboiements et des coups de marteaux, etc. Je souffre
hello, i'm looking for something to help me block my upstairs neighbor bass music😢 i don't wanna listen to songs or audios while i go to sleep, but do you think using noise cancelling headphones without any music or audio on is actually ok for your ears or does that even work properly? most headphones out there have shorter battery life, is there anything out there that has long lasting battery? thank you 😢
Hi! I understand your frustration - loud bass music from neighbors or housemates is often very difficult to block out when you're in bed - the low frequency noise and the transmission through solid objects make it hard to deal with. In my experience, it's fine to use headphones just for their noise cancelling without music. I've done it often, and not had a problem with my ears (as far as I can tell). As for battery life, you're right in that many noise cancelling headphones have a shorter battery life. My top recommendation would usually be the Apple Airpods Pro 2 for blocking heavy bass, but the battery might not last all night. They do a great job of cancelling unwanted noise though. Another option, which I am currently filming a review of, is the Quieton 3.1. They can't play audio, and only do noise cancellation. They aren't as good as the Airpods, but are still capable of blocking out some bass. They have amazing battery life - enough for a few nights. They are also very small, and comfortable to use in bed. But, they are also quite expensive. Some other options, like the Bose Sleepbuds and Amazfit Zenbuds, have been discontinued, so there is a bit of a gap in the market right now, unfortunately. Have you tried foam earplugs? Honestly, they are one of the best options for blocking out music. I know some people say they aren't as good for low frequency noise, but in my experience, if you find a pair that fit you well and have a high noise reduction rating, you can block out more sound than a lot of headphones (if you only use them for noise cancellation without adding music). Obviously, that balance changes if you use the headphones with music as well, in which case you can block out more of the unwanted noise. Good luck, and let me know if you find something that works! The other option - if possible - is a polite conversation with your neighbor to ask them to keep the bass down at night. Some people are understanding; others aren't though. So that's one for you to decide.
@@nosleeplessnights1 Sadly I am having the same problem, and I already spoke with the bastard making the noise. I have tried earplugs, they work but is not enough. Do you think the airpods pro 2nd are better than earplugs, or what earbuds would you recommend. I feel over the ear or on ear headphones are a bad idea for people that move along while sleeping me being that case I feel I ll break them. What would you say?
Sorry you have this issue too. It kind of depends on what sort of noise they are making. Is it music? Footsteps? Doors slamming? Talking? Earplugs and good noise cancelling headphones like the Airpods are similar for some noise, but one is better than the other for other noise in my experience. But...it also depends on the exact earplugs you've tried, and how well they fit. I do think the noise cancelling of the Airpods Pro 2 is extremely good. Even better if you play music through them too! But I wouldn't want to say they will definitely block out all noise in your specific circumstance. My advice would be only to buy them from a store you can 100% return them if they don't work out for you. Maybe even ask someone you know who has a pair if you can borrow them for a day to see if they work for you?
I have been using the NC700 for sleep since I moved to CBD where constant background noise exist, but soon the headset wore out and I’m hoping if the sleepphones can have the noise cancellation effect like Bose, that will be the ultimate sleep aids I want 😂
How do you mean they wore out? As for other sleepphones, you're unlikely to find any currently that can match the Bose for noise cancellation, unfortunately.
Thanks for the review. I am looking for headphones to sleep (my neighbours often are up all night, mostly doing kitchen noises), and right now I´m between the Soundcore Anker Space One, and the Sony wf-1000Xm4. Did you try both, and if so, did you notice any significant differences in terms of ANC and confort to sleep? Thanks
You're welcome! I only tried the Sony, so can't comment. The noise cancelling of the Soundcore I did try was pretty good, though the Sony was better. But, both weren't ideal for all sleep positions - unless you manage to lie on your back all night or just listen to some audio for a while before taking the headphones off.
I am in a very hard position, my roommate has a beeping alarm at 4 am, how can I not wake up to it? It's driving me crazy. I still also have to wake up to mine at 7 am. Thank you in advance for your work and time!
That is a tricky one. Do you know if they have a smart watch? If they do, you could ask if it has a silent vibrating alarm. My partner wakes earlier than me and uses a vibrating alarm, which works well. Otherwise, maybe ask them to turn the volume down a bit? And failing that, you'd need to wear good noise-cancelling headphones all night just to block the alarm sound at 4 am. And that's a decision you'll have to make yourself based on cost and whether it would actually cut out their alarm completely. If you go down that route, make sure you can return the headphones if they don't do the trick.
You could also use earplugs + bone conducting headphones to play anything you want. This is not something for everyday use but it combines two simple but really effective and usefull 'technologies' It is really comfortable (at least for me with shokz open run pro with the smaller headband) I will try sleephones tho as this looks like something more sustainable if it can mute my environment.
Most ppl want noise canceling, but I need the ability to hear around me with buds. I had the Apple Pro’s but they just hurt my ears too much on my side after a while. I wake up and oh wow do my ears hurt
What did you think of the BedPhones in the video? They may be worth considering if you need to listen out for other sounds. That's the thing with the Airpods - some people will be ok with them on the side for a while, others won't. There are several factors that play a role, such as your sensitivity, position, and pillow. But if you spend many hours on your side, they are unlikely to be the best option I think.
Thanks! Glad you liked it. I hadn't even heard of those until reading your comment. Just took a look at their website, and they do look really small. I may have to try them when I have time!
First: Great video! I am on an eternal quest for comfortable bluetooth headphones. I cannot find a pair that works well for a side sleeper. I got close with a MOITA pair as the headphones themselves were flat rather than discs but they were so bulky and didn’t block the light around my nose.
Thanks, I'm glad you liked the video:-) I think there are many people on that same quest - myself included! I've never tried the Moita, but I know the combined sleep mask/headphones do tend to be a bit bulky. I think there will always be some level of nuisance as a side sleeper because there will always be something pressing into the ear. I sometimes think it's just a case of finding the least bad option!
I did buy the Sleephones, which are definitely pricier, but they have a huge advantage for side-sleepers like me in that the speakers lie flat. I bought the Medium sized one, though I think I may have been able to use a small as they do shift when I turn from side to side. They also don’t cancel noise, but, I’m using them for mediation apps, noise cancellation was not a primary concern. Also, I still have to use a traditional “peeper-sleeper” mask for blocking out light. Your video really helped in my endless quest to have a peaceful and good night’s sleep so thank you again! I have liked & subscribed to your channel.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on them. It's always interesting to hear what people think of a product I reviewed, whether the feedback is good or bad. I agree that they can slide out of place if they are too large. And even if they fit perfectly, there's likely to be some movement during the night unless you sleep like a stone, which is unlikely! I'm glad the video was helpful, and thanks for subscribing - I really appreciate it:-)
Since you were so kind to respond, I thought I would write a “post-script”. Much to my disappointment, I wound up returning the Sleephones. Two main reasons: even though the speakers were flat, the material is so thin, they did wind up bothering my ears and 2) The speakers moved around too much. So while I am only a side sleeper, when I would turn from side to side, I found myself having to adjust the speakers throughout the night - by the 2nd week of trying, I became annoyed and frustrated. My zen Breethe ap was having a counter-intuitive effect! . So, the quest for a good blue-tooth sleep mask (for side sleepers) continues!
Sorry to hear they didn't work out for you. Your experience highlight how difficult it is to get good headphones as a side sleeper. Even though you highlight the thin fabric as an issue, they actually have the thickest padding of all the headband styles I've tried. The problem, however, is that there will always be something that feels more solid that your pillow when you wear them and lie on your side. Some people will be fine as long as it's not exposed hard plastic, others still won't like the feeling even if they are padded. The other issue of needing to adjust the speakers from time to time is another common issue with headband style headphones. Even the ones that are tightly sewn into pockets end up needing adjusting periodically because the entire headband moves when you change positions. So it's a tricky one. Have you ever tried a basic pillow speaker to listen to your meditations? If you don't need to block out external noise and don't mind a reduction in audio quality, they can be very practical because you can just place them wherever you want, or even under your pillow.
Thank you, super useful. I was wondering if you have tried Boce QuietComfort earbuds 2, it looks like the shape would be better than the Sony earbuds you suggest, and from some reviews (which don't consider sleeping), it seems they can be compared to the Sony. Let me know if you know them and have tried them!
Hello, I realise that noise cancelling means that I can listen to music or a podcast and not hear external sounds but is it possible to wear them for bed and listen to nothing so that I can sleep while the noise cancelling cancels out external sounds which would normaly wake me up? not sure if I explained that correctly but i want to wear and have the benefit of noise cancelling headphones to help me sleep so I cannot hear anything , many thanks !
Yes it is possible in most cases. The different level of effectiveness between headphones is even more noticeable when you just use the noise cancelling. And many have an audible (but not usually loud) white noise type sound in the background.
@@nosleeplessnights1 Thank you, so basically something like the AirPods Pro v2 has a stand alone noise cancellation feature without needing to play music?
That's correct. You can just open the case, put them in, and the noise cancellation will start working. It's very noticeable how effective it is if you can hear traffic or any kind of humming noise in the background. Try them on a train, plane, or bus and you'll see what I mean.
I bought the iPods. I just need to get use to sleeping on my back. I NEED to not hear my neighbors and my insanity and sleep is most important. I think I might sleep on side with one in ear. That is good enough. I might also invest to the music headband and use it occasionally when I know my sleep/nervous system is regulated and it seems my neighbors are having an early night.
I can understand the desire to learn to sleep on your back if that allows you to use something that might actually help! Funnily enough, I've been trying to do the same in recent months, but for shoulder pain. I've found it's a slow process getting used to a new starting sleep position, but it is possible. I think the more tired I am, the more likely I am to sleep in a position that's not my preferred one. Anyway, I hope you manage to get the best out of the Airpods, whether on your back or your side just using one.
@@nosleeplessnights1 ive eyed on couple ones in Amazon. But I decided not to go on that path. The AirPods were not good for sleep because it made the low battery sound middle of night. Also I didn’t like the idea of Bluetooth. Normal wired earbud headphones are better if I need them. Might consider the anker sleep a10 but even they don’t have that long battery. My best bet is try to go to sleep early and then I don’t mind if I wake up with the neighbors if that happens 😅 I have politely asked them to be more quiet in the mornings, and I think with ear plugs I’m ok now.
Good old earplugs! Sometimes it's the simplest solution that works best. As for going to sleep earlier, I totally agree that's a good idea. Best of luck with your neighbor - I hope they respect your request.
I’ve been suffering from Insomnia for over 11 years now. I want to buy the Sleephones band. I assume the brand is acoustic sheep? There can be many chinese made fake rip offs, so I need to know the exact brand please. Thank you 🙂
Yes, the company name is Acoustic Sheep. The link in the description is for their official website, so you don't need to worry about rip-offs. If you get it elsewhere, then you do need to check carefully to make sure it's the original.
I was considering them for this video, but will probably review a version of them at some point in the future on their own. It might be a while before I do though.
Just binged a load of your vids. Great stuff, thanks. I’ve been looking for a new eye mask & your vids are super helpful. I was curious if there are any good eye masks with built in headphones? A quick Amazon search lead me to a lot of unhappy reviews :( can’t seem to find a good one so maybe I’ll have to buy separately 🤷🏻♂️ if you have any advice on which eye masks & headphones work together well would be greatly appreciated ✌️
Hi Shane. Thanks for watching multiple videos. I always appreciate that as it's good for my channel:-) I'm also happy to hear you liked what you saw. To answer your question, this is a product type that's on my radar to test and review, but I haven't done yet - sorry! My feeling from looking at them online is that it may be one of those cases where some companies/factories/individuals/amazon sellers, or whatever you want to call them, may be over engineering the products and trying to combine too much into one piece for a low price, ending up with a not very good sleep mask and a not very good headphone system either. So I've been hesitant to put my money into exploring this area as I can imagine it being a case of ending up with a bunch of them that I really don't want to spend my time filming and talking about! Having said that, I'd like to think there will be one or two diamonds in the rough, so I should get around to it at some point. If you do buy one, I'd love to know what you think of it! In the meantime, I'd recommend using a good sleep mask for blocking light, and good headphones for listening to music. Which work well together? Tough question. I should get all my headphones and sleep masks out and test all the combinations (when I have a lot of free time on my hands, whenever that is!). Imagining them though, I could see a thin silk sleep mask working well with most headphones. Wraparound designs wouldn't be good. Maybe even consider a sleep mask and a simple pillow speaker if you just want some audio but don't care about the quality?
Really like how you’ve done this video and the tests. I just wish the Soundcore A10’s were in this. Though it looks like I’ll be taking the plunge on them anyway.
Thanks! I really appreciate the positive feedback:-) I had to narrow down my picks, and many headphones didn't make the final cut. Let me know what you think of the A10s if you end up getting them.
@@nosleeplessnights1 they’re on the way to me as we speak. I’ll get them tomorrow and be giving them a thorough road test Sunday night. I did recently pick up the A40’s and they worked in a pinch but as you’ll have guessed not ideal for side sleeping.
@@nosleeplessnights1 my quick review. In terms of comfort they were very good for side sleeping. Sound quality was good. However, the use case for them was sleeping next to my partner who falls asleep in 10 seconds flat and snores loudly. I was able to hear the snoring over what I was listening to, which is generally some form of documentary on RUclips. Even when there was speaking or music I could still hear the snoring unless I turned the volume right up which made trying to fall asleep very difficult. I would say they are very good if you don’t need to block out snoring but I will likely be sending them back. The lack of ANC just kills them. My old wired ANC Bose headphones did an admirable job and I was looking for a wireless solution. I don’t think they exist. I may have to return to a wired alternative
Sorry they weren't what you needed. I'm glad I didn't include them in the video then based on what you said! I hope you find what you're looking for eventually though:-)
@@nosleeplessnights1I might have found a winner with the 1more comfobuds mini. Basically half price for Black Friday at £49. Haven’t done a real life test yet but they are small enough to be comfy enough to be on your side but they have Active Noise Cancellation that really does work. I’d recommend you pick some up during Black Friday if you can
They can be tricky, especially when you're half asleep. I guess enough people do like the style though otherwise they wouldn't keep making them like that (you would think...)
@@nosleeplessnights1 indeed you would think, but these guys are paid to "innovate" so we can expect that they're gonna come up with something more convoluted next.
I believe it's a way to cut costs, since a single capacitive unit is cheaper compared to multiple buttons. As an idea I like touch controls, but in reality they always feel worse to use compared to buttons, sadly.
Hey, thank you for that detailed review. I live in Ibiza and directly under my flat is a bar which is everyday open till 4am…So it’s kinda hard to sleep. I’m a side/tummy sleeper and looking for ANC to block the annoying bass and talking of people. Which one would you suggest ? I also did a lot of research and found the „1more comfortable buds mini“ - do you have any experience with them ? Kind regards :)
Hi, you're welcome! I haven't tried the 1more, and hadn't even heard of them until your comment so I can't give you an opinion on those. I totally understand - I lived in Sevilla a few years ago, so I know the late night noise problem very well. Honestly, there are none that are going to be ideal for side/tummy sleepers for various reasons. None of the sleep-specific ones have active noise cancellation, so the best you can get is the effect of having some material in or next to your ear and whatever music you play to mask the noise from the bar. And out of the ones with ANC, the issue is that they are simply not comfortable enough to use on your side night after night, all night long. You could just use one earbud and hope the bass doesn't travel through your bed too much and so the pillow will block a lot of the sound anyway. But then when you turn round, you will hear everything unless you switch earbuds, which isn't practical obviously. My best advice would be good earplugs if you can cope with them, or just experiment with different sounds to block out as much of the bar as possible. If you do that, you could use any of them, though the smaller and quieter ones will struggle if the bar is really loud.
The Kokoon nightbuds are useless: no noise cancelling, and poor noise masking, means I can still hear persistent external noise. I would not recommend them.
I would agree if you bought them in the belief that they would have active noise cancellation or effective noise masking. However, they aren't advertised as having noise cancellation, so I personally don't judge them too harshly based on them not having that. It is true that they don't mask sound very well because the earbuds are so small and the maximum volume is low. In my view, these are more about the comfort of the fit and the inbuilt sleep sounds on the app. If you have loud, bothersome external noise to block out, there are much better options.
@@nosleeplessnights1 What would you recommend for blocking out persistent external noises such as a dog barking, or rain falling harshly against a window? Unfortunately, I am a light sleeper so these sounds keep me awake, or awaken me, during the night.
@@tprice1735 For rain, any of the noise cancelling headphones should work. Even normal headphones with music would probably block it out. Dogs are harder to block out if they are very loud because the sound isn't constant, which makes it harder for the headphones to pick up the signal and cancel it out in time. The Airpods Pro 2 are supposed to be the fastest in that regard, and they do respond quickly. But I'm not convinced they would totally block out very loud dog barking. My own answer would be earplugs for dogs probably.
Sorry to hear that, it must be frustrating for you. Do you still use them despite the noise they make, or have you stopped using them because of it? I'm curious how bad it is and how tolerable.
I’m interested to know whether under pillow speakers are any good too. I don’t need to block out noise but want to distract my ADHD brain enough to fall asleep by listening to audiobooks without disturbing my partner.
Have you seen any of my pillow speaker reviews I did in the past? Basically, the audio quality is nowhere near as good as headphones or any half decent speaker, but they will let you listen to some audio quietly. Whether it disturbs your partner or not depends on whether you put it next to your ear or under the pillow, and how loudly you play it. But it is possible to have that private audio experience with some experimentation. As I said though, just be prepared for a big drop down in audio quality.
It was more of an attempt to test the headphones against two of the most common noise problems people tell me they have. But sure, I don't exactly sleep in a silent cave...
@@nosleeplessnights1 makes sense… was imagining an alternate dimension I guess, and that situation struck me as funny for some reason. Keep up the good work!
Luckily for me, it's not quite my reality! Close though - my partner sometimes snores lightly, and the neighbors sometimes play music! Better than your alternate dimension I guess...
I don't think you're the only one! Personally, I don't mind in situations where I really don't want to have to use my phone every time I want to make a small change, such as the volume.
You and many others I think! I'm editing my review of the Soundcore Sleep A20 at the moment, and did more extensive snoring tests with those. So if you sleep with a snorer, keep an eye out for that video.
I have tried three sleep headbands, including MUSICOZY, LC Solida and Lullaband. Generally speaking, the sound quality and material of Lullaband are relatively good, and it can also be worn during sports.
Thanks very much for this.. I have been stressing over the cost of Bose 700 and/or NC 45. I have a Sony MDR-XB950B1… bulky, uncomfortable, I’m a back sleeper and these just won’t stay on my head! I want to listen to binaural sounds … I’ll try the 700s. Thanks!
I sleep with my air pod pros every night, I have autism and I’m a light sleeper so loud noises can really disrupt my sleep consistency. They really help a lot. I’d recommend them to anyone. Worth every penny.
@@nosleeplessnights1 the battery life is sufficient for me at least. I don’t believe the audio cutting has ever woken me up. They live up to everything Apple says in my opinion. But experiences always differ.
That's great to hear. I agree that they are very, very good in many ways. I just wondered how you cope with the battery life, so it's nice to know it's not an issue!
Stick to the subject of your title. Its about Headphones for sleep. I assume when you sleep, you're not listening to music. This is just a headphone comparison - not much to do with sleeping
Thanks for the feedback Larry. I'm slightly perplexed by it though. Many people (myself included) listen to music, radio, videos, or podcasts while they are falling asleep, either to block out other noise, such as snoring or traffic, or because they find it relaxing. If you consider the headphones I discuss, five of them have the word sleep, night, cozy, or bed in their product name. Two of them have an app with sleep sounds included. Four of them are promoted as having good noise cancellation. In the video, I discuss how well they block out snoring or music from another room, and how comfortable each one is in three sleeping positions. Despite that, I'm happy to hear further constructive ideas for sticking to the subject of the title better:-) If you're still unsure about the idea of using headphones for sleep and would like to see what a bigger publisher has to say, take a look at this recent Rolling Stone website article about sleep headphones, which includes two of the headphones in my video, the Airpods Pro 2 and Musicozy: www.rollingstone.com/product-recommendations/electronics/best-sleep-earbuds-1146657/ (I have no affiliation with Rolling Stone)
It’s funny that the way I search answers like this are to click on the videos, ignore the video, and go to the comments.
I do the same on other people's videos sometimes...
Not as much nonsense as Reddit, Quora, or Amazon customer reviews that aren't verified purchases at least...
As far as I can tell, most people seem to leave useful, genuine, or believable comments on my channel - something I'm very grateful for.
Noise blocking and comfort for side sleeping are more important for sleeping earphones than sound quality. You're about to fall asleep or sleeping, not a time to be a hi-fi audio judge. :)
I think all three are important - it just depends on the person and their bedroom environment. Comfort is probably the most important point. But even noise blocking isn't relevant to everyone; some people have a silent bedroom so don't need that.
Audio quality can be important if someone wants to listen to a podcast, meditation, or ambient music to unwind before falling asleep and would like a good audio experience while they do so. And some people only buy one set of headphones that they use during the day and night, so it's important to them that they sound good.
This is why I try to keep different needs in mind when I do a review like this, even if it does make it longer, with sections that are irrelevant to some people.
Great job reviewing these. I wish they would just make noise cancelling sleep buds that work for side sleepers, already. Sounds like the Apple are close, and the Sony need to be slimmed down.
Thanks Jim. That's the missing piece of the sleep headphones puzzle! I'm sure one day, a company will nail it. For now, it's just a case of finding what works best for our particular needs and sleep position etc.
Me too what i need is just noice cancelling same bose noice cancelling i don't want to hear neighbor
I don't know that this is same bose noice cancelling but bose work great i didn't hear anything
isnt this an exact description of the bose sleepbuds
Its not possible the tech required in such a thin unit will reduce the battery life to the point its not useable the best option would be a headband with attached buds.
It seams that this is the only place online that tackles this subject... Thank you sir.
You're welcome! I'm sure there are others, but I'm glad you found my video:-)
Excellent review. I’m an audio engineer and electronic musician and I use the Neumann NDH20s for everything as they sound phenomenal but sleeping with them is nearly impossible due to their size (and price) and I’m a side sleeper. I’ve been looking for a decent pair of headphones to sleep in as I have to either listen to music or audiobooks in order to fall asleep, for audiobooks I could use basically anything comfortable but being as a musician and engineer I can’t stand low audio quality when I’m listening to music, I also listen to a lot of electronic, ambient and bass centric music when I sleep, I’ve been earbuds but every morning I have to find them as they fall out. So I need a replacement. Your through review focusing on both comfort and audio quality is much appreciated
Thanks Matthew, I'm happy to hear you liked the review. I'm not sure if there was anything in there that meets your needs. Let me know if there was - and if it works for you!
@@nosleeplessnights1 np it’s nice to see someone doing such detailed reviews. I tried a few different ones and found them all to be pretty uncomfortable for wearing all night. I finally settled on the musicozy headband…frankly they don’t sound great not really capable of any meaningful bass but they are by far the most comfortable and the only ones I I’ve found that I can stand to wear throughout the night and they’re inexpensive. I realized it’s pretty much impossible to achieve the kind of sound quality I’d want ideally on any headphones that are thin enough to be comfortable sleeping on my side. If I’m laying in bed and listening to music I go back to my NDH20s but when I’m ready to sleep and I want to listen to an audiobook or an album that I’ve heard a million times then I’ll switch to the musicozy it’s not perfect but it’s working decent for me.
That's the problem. There are several that are comfortable to wear on your side for longer periods, but none that have the kind of stellar sound quality the high-end headphones - or even mid-range headphones - have. So it's a case of sacrificing sound quality, and usually bass particularly, for the option to lie on your side. One day some company will nail it, but for now it is what it is!
It sounds like I am looking for a tough thing - Headphones and ear plugs hurt my ears, so I prefer the head band. I am also a side sleeper, and on a budget. I got a headband, but it doesn’t seem to cancel / reduce noise like I need.
Thanks for this video, it was super helpful and very detailed! I have the AirPods pro 2 and the noise cancellation is mind blowingly good. They almost completely cut out a crying baby sound on a flight recently. I can‘t lie on my side for long though. My ears are tiny so I feel them too much. I like the idea of a headband style and might try one of them just to see. I think the sound will be disappointing after the AirPods though. Thanks for explaining the difference between them. I also noticed lots of them seem the same.
Thank you for your kind words Irene - I'm glad you liked the video. I didn't go into detail (there was just no time in an already long video), but I agree that the noise cancelling is fantastic on planes. I wore the Apple, Sony and Bose headphones on the same flight and tested them with the same noise levels and thought they all did a really good job of reducing the general background noise. As for kids and random louder sounds, the Airpods and Bose did the best job of cutting them out for me. But the Sony were also very good for reducing the cabin noise.
As for the headband, you will gain comfort but lose a lot in terms of audio quality. It all depends on your priorities at night.
Get a pillow with a hole in it. They are good
@@adampt4454really interested in finding out about this. What sort of headphones do you wear with the pillow and which one did you get?
@@adampt4454 Do you have a recommendation for one? Maybe one for home and one for travel? This could be a good option.
Why did the BOSE Sleepbuds 2 not make this list? They are meant for sleep…They are bud type with a low profile, so you can sleep on your sides..
I decided not to include any that don't let you stream your own audio, even if they are intended for sleep and ergonomically designed as such.
Unfortunately Bose have now discontinued the Sleep buds 2. Gutted as mine stopped pairing. Back to the drawing board!
@@andreaevans5267 I just picked some up on Ebay for $210
Have you tried the Soundcore A10 earbuds by Anker? Would love to hear your thoughts on those. It really is so hard to find something comfy as a side sleeper. I tried a headband similar to the musicozy brand and even that felt like a lot of pressure on my ears.
I haven't had a chance to try those unfortunately. Those headbands do sometimes have speakers that are larger than one would hope for as a side sleeper. It's a case of looking for the thinnest ones I think.
I really don't like music while I sleep. I live in extremely arrogant neighbourhood with lots of noise and road point.
Please help me with your idea.
Earplugs would be my top choice if you don't like music. Potentially headphones with noise cancellation activated but no music too. But I'd start with earplugs if you don't mind wearing them, as they are a lot cheaper to experiment with than noise cancelling headphones!
thank you so much for being so thorough, I've always been scared of buying the headband style sleep headphones because I feel like I heard a story of somebody's cheap pair catching fire/exploding while the owner was sleeping, but I can not find the story anywhere for the life of me so I'm just gonna try some cheap headband style ones to see if I can deal with the heat that the band will create.
You're welcome, I'm happy to hear the video was helpful. I can't say I've heard that story myself. If anyone else is reading this and they have a source regarding that, please let us know!
Let me know which headband you try, and if you like it:-)
I was a bose sleepbuds user, but they have technical problems and the product is discontinued. I have heard about the Oslo sleepbuds, they are they same as the bose, but apparently they solve the old problems. So, which is the future with this kind of products. Which is my alternative instead of my bose sleepbuds? The quiet on are not good by cancelling the noises, in my opinion. Now a days, masking the noises is more effective.
That's a very good question, and one many people have asked me! I still need to try the Oslo sleep buds, as they sound interesting. Really though, I think there's a bit of a gap in the market at the moment with noise cancelling headphones designed specifically for sleep. There are lots of great noise cancelling headphones, and lots of comfortable sleep headphones, but there isn't one that unites both of those areas that I could recommend right now.
Once the Oslo are out, I'll definitely try them, but they are still in preorder.
@@nosleeplessnights1 thanks!! yes me too, I'm waiting for the Ozlo sleepbuds, I hope they work well. And the soundcore sleep A10, have you tried it?
Not yet, but I would like to when I have time.
Hi there, I'm interested in some noise cancelling headphones that completely cancel out noise from other people talking at a normal level as well as snoring in other bedrooms with unfortunately thin walls and thin doors. I saw in the video that you recommended the Bose headphones, and since researching, it looks like the Bose QuietComfort Ultra are a more modern version of the product you described in the video? I primarily sleep on my back and I've tried small earbuds before and I could not get used to them sadly.
I do not really need to listen to any white noise or music when trying to sleep, I just unfortunately get woken up easily by voices and snoring from other people in the house so guaranteeing good noise cancellation for all of my sleep would be the highest priority for me. Is it possible to have these headphones turned on with noise cancellation active even with nothing playing on the speakers?
I work night shifts you see, so my sleep health has not been the greatest and my mental health is taking a toll with my sleep deprivation! If you are able to give me any advice, I'd greatly appreciate it. Thank you very much for the video!
Hi! Yes, Bose released those after the video was published. I haven't tested them yet, but they have been on my to-do list for a while. You'd have to check other people's comparisons to find out more I think, but from what I've watched and read myself, they do seem very good too.
To answer your question, yes you can just have the noise cancellation without music.
Have you tried sleeping with on-ear headphones before? If you're able to comfortably, then great. But if you roll over in the night, it will be a problem.
In my latest video, there's a point when I tried to block out dogs barking and found I could do so by combining the noise cancelling Bose headphones and earplugs at the same time. It's a bit of an extreme thing to do, and I'm not 100% sure what audiologists or doctors would have to say about doing that. But in desperate times, it works very well.
@@nosleeplessnights1 Thank you very much for your reply. I've never tried on ear headphones before, and I must say I don't particularly move and roll over in the night at all whilst I'm sleeping. I will see and look around to try those out if they can work. At the moment, the Bose headphones are tempting as Black Friday encroaches us and I've seen some decent deals on the product already. Even beyond for sleeping use, I think they'd also be a fantastic pair of headphones to use as well. The noise cancelling demonstration reviews I've seen are promising as the headphones managed to quell the bustle of a city field and café, so hopefully quiet indoor voice conversations as well as snoring from next door should be covered under Bose' noise cancelling technologies.
Just need to find something that works well really, as I am keen to get ahead on sleep health as I'm still a young person, and wouldn't want this to lead to many years of neglect of sleep health! Thank you again!
It's great that you understand the importance of sleeping well!
If you do decide to get them, I hope they work out for you. You can always send them back if they don't. I think one of the main problems with wearing over or on-ear headphones all night is that we do tend to move around in our sleep. So even if you feel you fall asleep on your back, you're likely to change positions during the night.
If you experiment with them, you will probably find out soon enough whether they are going to work out though.
I've tried so many headphones over the past 5 years, at least 10 pairs. My current pair are Anker Soundcore Q35 model. They are very comfortable and work great, and the ear cups swivel. While you can sleep on your side, for me it starts to bother my neck. I do have 2 types of the sleep band style but they don't really cancel noise. Also I've tried some types of generic brand noise canceling earbuds. The kinds I got worked fine and were pretty cheap so the expensive ones seem almost too much right now.
Thanks for sharing your experience Jenna. It sounds like you've been pretty dedicated to finding the right headphones. I'm surprised you can lie on your side with the Soundcore as I can't at all with any of the larger over ear headphones. Do you use a really soft pillow, or have you found a position that lets you manage for a while at least (until it bothers your neck, as you say)?
None of the sleep band styles have noise cancelling, sadly. That remains an untapped goldmine for whoever manages to invent them one day. For now, it seems to be tricky to put active noise cancellation tech into flat speakers.
As for earbuds, you're right in that the expensive ones are just that...expensive. But they do remain far superior to low cost earbuds when it comes to noise cancellation and audio quality in my opinion. I guess it boils down to deciding how much you're willing to invest in headphones and/or how much you're willing to experiment with generic ones to see if there are any that satisfy your needs.
Great informative video thanks... I have Tinnitus and am looking into sleep earphones.. I currently use a white noise app on my tablet which I leave on the pillow beside me.. It works well at masking the Tinnitus.
In the summer time I use a fan..
You're welcome - I'm happy to hear it was helpful. I also have tinnitus, albeit not very bad compared to many people. White noise also works well for me if I want to disguise the noise. Personally though, any sound at all on any headphones is enough to mask my tinnitus levels, so I wouldn't be able to recommend any particular headphones that are better than others for tinnitus based on personal experience. My suspicion is that they are pretty much all fine if you play music or white noise through them.
I’ve got the sleep bones sitting in a cart on my computer then I found the Hoomband. Have you done a review on that brand?
I haven't tried the Hoomband yet, no.
@@nosleeplessnights1 Do you find the speakers move?
I really need to get something as my partner snores and I have chronic insomnia. He was away for a week and discovered if I put a RUclips video or podcast on that I really want to watch or listen I’ll fall asleep.
I currently own Beats Sports with the hook around the ear. My ears are weird and can’t hold onto the AirPods. I’ve tried sleeping with the beats but need a donut pillow like you mentioned.. 😂
Which speakers are you thinking of?
Hi, thanks for the video. I have a question, if possible - I do NOT want to listen to any apps or music while falling asleep or sleeping. In such case - what would be the best solution, to cancel my loud neighbor's noise behind the wall? I am looking for a solution, which can be also a non-electronic device, some plastic, foam or other stuff (I tried standard 3M earplugs, wax-like things but this gives me the feeling of my head stuffed or unpleasant fullness and not cancelling any louder noise fully). ANy tips, would be grateful, thank you!
Have you tried listening to white noise, through a machine, a speaker, or headphones?
As for non-electronic, really you only have foam, silicone, wax or plastic earplugs to choose from if you want to try earplugs. Many of them will give you that stuffed feeling though, other than silicone and wax if you fit them corrrectly.
Have you tried putting furniture or heavy fabrics by the adjoining wall? That might help reduce some of their noise.
Very interesting !
Do you know which are the most effective noise cancellation earbuds in 2023 in terms of canceled decibels?
I want to minimize noise and vibrations from neighbors (slamming doors, moving furniture...), and for that, the noise cancellation needs to be as high as possible... but it's difficult to make the good choice since most of earbuds on the market are very expansive ! I tried the QuietOn 3 Sleep for example and the ANC is very weak for my level of sensitivity.
Thank you very much for your help and for your videos !
Thanks - glad you liked the video. To answer your question plainly - no. I don't know which headphones are supposed to be the most effective in terms of the precise cancelled decibels. I'm not even sure that's possible to find out, other than taking the company specs and assuming they are accurate for all people, or doing your own tests (which I haven't done this year).
I would probably take a look at Sony, Apple, and Bose to see what they have. For example, there's now the newer Sony model of the one in the video - the WF-1000XM5.
The main problem though may not be finding the headphones with the best noise cancellation when you're trying to compare almost equally good ones. It's more the kind of noise you want to block. All of them are much better for blocking constant noise, or noise that's not very sudden and loud. Doors slamming are very hard to block out in my experience. The AirPods are supposed to have the fastest response rate to sudden noise, but a door slam is still a challenge for them. The other issue is that some sound will travel through the physical world, not just the air, making it even harder to block out with headphones.
There's no perfect solution, sadly, other than speaking politely to your neigbours if you can, having enough furniture/material in your bedroom to soak up some noise, having good noise insulation in the ceiling, maybe using earplugs etc.
I hope you find a solution though. Noisy neighbors can be tricky to cope with.
Thank you very much Ethan for your complete reply !
I know that many of us have poor sleep quality because of our neighbors, and therefore we watch content like yours. We are not particularly looking for good quality sound, or even a Bluetooth connection with a smartphone, but simply earbuds that are effective in terms of ANC only.
For this particular case, the best would be the QuietOn Design with the noise cancellation capacity of the Bose QuietConfort or the AirPods, and I am sure that such a gadget will exist one day ! The demand is there :)
Thank you again for your content.
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I went with the Manta Sound headset and eyemask
Is it good?
@@nosleeplessnights1 yeah it's great! I couldn't find a pair of buds comfortable enough to sleep in so the over ear speakers are nice with the added bonus of an eye mask. I highly recommend trying it!
Thanks for that. It is on my to-test list!
Could you please review quieton? Would need to find ANC level similar to Apple AirPod without Bluetooth function and can last more than 6 hours so that I can block out the dog barking in the morning. Thanks a lot !
Hi Brian, I have reviewed the Quieton version 2 in the past. You can see the video here: ruclips.net/video/K6jSdBfpfuE/видео.html
I'm in the process of testing the version 3 at the moment as well, but it will be a while before I film and edit the review of that model. What I can say is that the ANC is good, and it will last longer than 6 hours.
For the past year, I’ve been using AirPods Pro 2 to help me sleep. They’re great at creating silence, but when I sleep on a firm pillow, they become uncomfortable as they press on my ear, and I end up removing them at night. So, I ordered the Anker Sleep A20, hoping they’ll be more comfortable. They don’t have noise cancellation, so I’ll likely need to use background noise or music for sound isolation. I’m not sure if I’ll like it since with the AirPods, I didn’t need any sound - they blocked noise well on their own. I just hope the Ankers work well and won’t disturb my sleep anymore.
That's the thing with the Airpods Pro 2 - the noise cancellation on its own is really impressive, but unless you use a soft pillow, they aren't so practical for side sleeping for an extended length of time. The A20s are definitely much more comfortable when lying on your side in my experience. However, as you point out, they don't have active noise cancellation, so to make the best use of them you need to use some audio to mask any external noise you can hear in bed. My advice would be to experiment with the different in-app sounds, and also the tune sounds feature combined with the equaliser. With those three elements, there is huge scope for customising the sound, so hopefully you can find something you don't mind listen to and doesn't keep you awake.
@@nosleeplessnights1 Thanks
No problem
If you only want to block out sound have you considered ear plugs? Premium plugs that mould to your ear are probably more comfortable compared to earbuds.
Can I pair earbuds with a white noise machine (bluetooth), so I don't use my phone's battery? I would prefer using a white noise machine + earbuds. Please answer🙏
This is not a common feature with white noise machines. There are lots that have a wired headphone jack, but Bluetooth is rare. The only one I can think of right now is the Sound+Sleep Aquarius. But that one has some other issues to be aware of, and only plays water sounds. If I think of any others, I'll let you know!
@nosleeplessnights1 Thank you very much for the response!
No problem
Stay away from the Kokoon Nightbuds!! They are made from cheap materials and will fall apart after a year.
Mine had the wire crumble at every bend until they became useless, just after a year.
When I open a case them, simply said sorry and advised to wrap the wire in tape. Lol.
Go for some serious brand that has established manufacturing methods.
Thanks for sharing your experience, though I'm sorry to hear it wasn't a good one. I'm surprised they gave you such careless advice. I think this highlights a potential issue with all headphones that have a wired connection when you use them in bed. All that moving around and weight put on the wires and connection points puts a lot of stress on them over time.
I can tolerate laying on my original Apple wired headphones on my side. Do you think the Airpods would be much the same?
I think they are probably bulkier, so I wouldn't want to say yes for sure.
Hi and thanks for such a comprehensive review! I think I've watched it around 5 times! As a side sleeper, I'm really struggling with this. My main issues:
__dealing with snoring a few nights a week
__really loud construction next door
What I've been doing for years to deal with the snoring is to wear some soft earplugs jammed into my ears and covered with wired and sort of flat over-the-ear headphones. I play pink noise and it does a pretty good job of blocking the snoring.
The problem? Just too uncomfortable. I'm tired of it. Also, the wires are quite awkward.
Recently, the construction began and I couldn't take it, so I went out and got some Airpods Pro 2. I was blown away by the ANC. It really works! I could barely make out the sawing or hammering and was thrilled.
I thought--could I possibly sleep in these?
No--not unless I get some sort of donut pillow.
Also, they sort of hurt even during the day if I wear them too long. Maybe I need foam tips.
I then bought the Beats Fit Pro--was told they'd be more comfortable. They are...slightly. But the ANC is not as good and sleeping in them won't work.
I then tried the Anker Sleep A10s. Not sure if I didn't fit them in right, but they did nothing for me.
(I've been trying to figure this out for so long, I almost feel like I should make a RUclips video or write an article about it. :) )
So here am I, back at this video (after watching the one re: the earplugs), thinking that maybe I should:
a: buy a donut pillow and use the Apple AirPods with foam tips
OR
b: buy soft earplugs and the SleepPhones and try to recreate what I've been doing, but in a more comfortable way.
I'd love to hear your thoughts.
Thanks so much!
Hi Lisa! First of all, thanks for watching my video five times - a few more times and you'll pass me...
Sorry you have to keep coming back because you haven't found the right solution yet though.
So, the problem is that there just isn't an ideal answer to extreme circumstances like yours.
Earplugs, headphones, white noise machines, combinations of various types - they are all great for low to mid volume noise, and sometimes even louder noise depending on the type, distance, air vs conduction etc.
But power tools, dogs barking in the house, thumping bass, very loud snoring 20cm from your ears, people slamming doors or wearing shoes above you with wooden floorboards - those are notoriously hard to deal with.
The idea of earplugs and Sleepphones might work, but if you lie on your side, the combined pressure of the earplugs, speaker, and fabric might still be too bulky. I would check you can get a refund before spending more on a headband if your current one doesn't work if you're going to take the risk of doubling up on what's in/over your ears.
My first thought goes to the snoring. This is something that can be helped for many people if they are able to get it checked out or even try some over the counter and/or self-help techniques. Ultimately, stopping the snoring or reducing it is better than a lifetime of wearing earplugs + other items over the top. Another trick is to try to go to sleep before your partner if you tend to sleep through it once you're asleep and it's the falling asleep due to the noise that causes the problem.
As for the construction, I assume you're a shift worker to be sleeping during the day? Is there another room available you can sleep in temporarily that doesn't have the construction so close? If not, can you improve the noise dampening around your windows, curtains, or blinds? That might be worth looking into if it's going to go on for months.
Pillows with a hole do exist because of ear surgery, piercings, etc. So that might be worth a shot. I have it on my radar to test a few at some point.
Funnily enough, I'm also thinking of doing a bigger comparison of multiple products and combinations for the noise blocking at some point too. Let me know if you beat me to it!
@@nosleeplessnights1 Hi and thanks for this reply! All great ideas.
The only reason I'm dealing with the construction noise is that I'm a teacher and off for the summer. The AirPods might be worth keeping just for how well they block that noise. I may just need the foam tips to make them more comfortable.
Re: the snoring....that's a tricky one. My boyfriend likes to sleep on his back, which triggers it. It's not the loudest snore I've heard and it's not every time and certainly not the entire night...but if it happens, I'm up and that's that. I'm actually not a great sleeper even when alone, so anything can wake me up.
Pink noise is the way to go, for sure.
I do recommend doing a review of how one can combine products--earplugs + a headband, etc. It really is the only thing that has blocked the sound without being ANC. It's just the comfort factor.
For now, I may try the headband and soft plugs, then move on to the donut pillow. :)
PS: I've read that Google Pixel buds *might* be OK for a side sleeper. They look sort of flat. Hard to say, though.
No problem!
That makes sense re. the construction. I agree the Airpods are really good for that kind of noise. Sometimes when I walk past a huge construction site wearing them I like to take them out just to test how much noise they are blocking and it still surprises me!
For lighter snoring, I still find well-fitting foam earplugs with a high noise reduction rating work well for me. But sure, listening to audio is even better if you can comfortably wear the headphones and/or comfortably combine them with earplugs.
I remember there was a trick doing the rounds online for ages about sewing a tennis ball into the back of a snorer's top to stop them sleeping on their back! I imagine the percentage of people who actually did that is somewhere close to zero...and the percentage of people who agreed to wear the top is probably even closer!
But as I said before, there are lots of over the counter products that might help, as well as lifestyle choices, and of course, advice from a medical professional if necessary. It might also be worth looking into the pillow he's using and doing some reading into how pillow choice can affect snoring as a less drastic low-hanging fruit to try.
Best of luck, whichever path you take to try to sleep better!
@@nosleeplessnights1 That's interesting re: the tennis ball! I do think my bf should use a slightly thicker pillow maybe.
Of course, there's his dog barking when someone walks by the house. It's so high-pitched that my Apple Watch warns me about the sound decibels hitting 95!
So here's my plan for now:
__Acoustic Sheep SleepPhones arriving tonight--will try them with the foam earplugs
__Donut pillow also arriving; will try them with my previous headphone system
__I might re-purchase the AirPods Pro 2s (just for daytime--not for sleeping) to block the construction noise and get the foam tips to make them comfortable. I'm going to compare them to the latest from Sony.
Then, after I make a final decision, I think will write a couple of articles for Medium, which I recently joined. One would be my quest, as a side sleeper, to find the right solution. Another might be how I bought, returned and then, re-purchased the Apple earbuds--not unlike getting married, divorced and remarrying the same person.
Whatever I do, I will link to your website and/or RUclips channel since it's one of the best resources for side sleepers trying to find a solution. :)
Sounds like you're hedging your bets there nicely. I really hope one of them works out for you. I'd be very interested to hear your results when you've given the pillow and the Sleepphones + earplugs a try.
Good luck with the article too, and thanks for keeping me in mind. I appreciate that!
Hi Ethan thanks for the great review! I’m probably about to return some Sony WF-1000XM5’s I got because they’re just too uncomfortable especially as a side sleeper.
Have you heard of the Ozlo Sleepbuds? They’re the next gen of the Bose Sleepbud II’s that a few ex Bose employees are developing and will be out early 2024. No ANC, they are passive with noise masking, but at the very least fully compatible with all the other music/video apps. Apparently the Bose Sleepbud II’s were popular so I’m really hoping this new iteration ticks some boxes. Would love to hear your thoughts if you’ve looked into them at all!
You're welcome! Sorry to hear the XM5 didn't work on your side - that doesn't surprise me at all though as they are large.
I have heard of them and am keeping my eye on them. When they come out I would love to test them out.
With Apple AirPods Pro 2, Can you hear snoring with active noise cancellation on but with no music going on?
Good question Nicolo, thank you:-)
My best answer would be that it depends on the volume/type of snoring, your distance to the snoring person, and the fit of your AirPods in your ears. If the snoring is lighter, then yes they can block it out completely in my experience. If it's really loud snoring, and the person is sleeping right next to you rather than in another room, and you're not playing music, you will hear some of the snoring for sure. They should reduce the volume, but whether that's enough to preserve your sanity and help you sleep is a question I can't answer!
@@nosleeplessnights1 omg thank you, you perhaps just saved me 250 bucks😅😅
You're welcome. It's important to understand that no matter how good the noise cancellation or masking of a device is, there will always be an epic snorer who can rip them to shreds...
This reminded me to charge my SleepPhones because my neighbors are having guests tonight 😴
Oh yes, always need to keep on top of charging. I took the Sony earbuds with me yesterday to London on the train, settled into my seat ready to listen to some music on the journey, only to discover I'd forgotten to charge the case after draining them when using them to edit videos...oops! Good job I always take backup wired headphones with me, but kind of annoying nontheless.
@@nosleeplessnights1
Thats the bad thing about bluetooth headphones... You need to charge it :P
I’ve been using AirPods Pro (or Pro 2) for a few years now. Side and back. It was not comfortable at first but I got used to them in a week or so and don’t notice anymore. The biggest issue is battery life - they make beeps when low and beep again when they shut off, and they do not last more than 4-6 hours even if you turn off ANC.
I’d like to try the Soundcore Sleep A10 but I’m certain I won’t like them as much.
I agree it's a shame the battery life doesn't extend to an average full night's sleep of 7+ hours. As for the beeping, there are many headphones that do that, or give power warnings. The cheap headband styles often do that, for example. I hope you find some other headphones that work better for you.
Can you please do a review of Anker Sleep on 10 vs Quiet On vs Loop ? Thanks
Thanks for the suggestion! I am working on a Quieton 3.1 review, which will come out later this summer probably. The other two are on my radar, but not to compare all three at this moment.
My roomates are so noisy they're driving me nuts every freaking night, that's what got me here.
Thanks for sharing !
You're welcome. I hope you find the right thing to reduce the noise for you.
Thanks for the complete review ! Apparently there is a wired version of the sleephone you already tested. Why you didn't mentioned it here as a cheaper alternative of the wireless one presented ? Thanks !
You're welcome! Actually, there are seven different versions of the SleepPhones. I only discussed the specific one in the video because it's the only one I've used myself. And for me, the fact that it's wireless was one of the best points about it, so I chose not to discuss the wired, or other, versions.
And on a practical level, I have to be careful where I choose to focus when doing a comparison video like this to ensure it doesn't become too long.
@@nosleeplessnights1 fair enough. Thanks for your detailed answer !
No problem:-)
Are you aware of any headbands with active noise cancelation or "sound insulation"?
Unfortunately, no. If there is one, I haven't seen it. There's definitely a gap in the market, but one that I suspect may take a while to fill due to the technology/components currently required to create decent noise cancellation.
@@nosleeplessnights1 Thanks for the response! I did come across (with my wife's help) a sleep "ear muff" that is supposed to block sound, though it doesn't have speakers, which is ok. We ordered it and I am hoping it works well.
No problem. What's the ear muff called and where did you get it?
i have suffered of sleep deprivation for years, I've realized that they're mostly caused by noises, mainly for the "knock like" sounds,
newbie question, can I use this headphones for noise cancellation only, or it's required to have some kind of sound (I love EDM but not for sleeping!).
asking for absolute silence is still too futuristic?
I can totally relate to you - noise, along with heat, are my worst enemies when it comes to sleep!
In theory, you can use all of the headphones to block a bit of sound just by having material in or in front of your ears. The amount they block varies enormously.
Only some of them have active noise cancellation as well as creating a physical barrier though. So, for example, you can use the Airpods, the Boss, the Sony, and the Soundcore with the noise cancellation on, but with no music if you prefer.
The headbands and small wired earbuds, for example, will do very little to block out noise if you don't play any audio through them. They don't have active noise cancellation, so are fairly useless if you have a neighbor annoying you with booming music or loud footsteps - unless you use them to play some audio.
Personally, if you don't plan on listening to music at all with them, even during the day, and just want silence in bed, I wouldn't spend $300 on expensive headphones when some well-fitting earplugs with a high noise reduction rating should block out more external noise (assuming you don't mind the feeling of earplugs).
I love sleeping in my AirPods with the ANC. But I wear ear buds too much and my ear canals are becoming irritated. So sad there are no headbands or over ear headphones that offer ANC and are comfortable for side sleepers. :(
I know. One day though...one day...
Just train yourself to sleep on your back and buy some sleep aids to help with comfort whilst sleeping on your back
I have been searching for many years for active noise cancelling airbuds that block out snoring, are comfortable to allow me to sleep on my side and can play my music. It should not be that hard for a company like Bose to make! I even spoke with a Bose employee and told him what I wanted and he basically told me that they only produce what the higherups suggest and they were not interested in an individuals input!. I had a pair of bose noisecancelling buds with the neck band. They were comfortable in my ears and did a great job of noise cancelling. The band was a bit annoying and they finally broke and Bose discontinued. Do you think my best bet is the apple pro 2.? I am looking for comfort aNd most importantly noise cancelling to block out my wife's snoring! Thank you
It's interesting that you spoke to an employee, but not surprising they gave you that answer!
If you spend a lot of time sleeping on your side, I wouldn't feel comfortable saying the Airpods Pro 2 are definitely going to work for you. As I said in the video, I can use them on my side for a while with no problem. This is made possible by a fairly soft pillow though, and a bit of wriggling to get the most comfortable position. Whether you'd tolerate them as well, and for many hours night after night, is impossible for me to predict. I do think they would help block out some (though perhaps not all if it's very loud) snoring. Again though, it's hard to predict how much exactly. But what I can say with confidence is that the active noise cancellation is much better than any of the others that are arguably more comfortable to use on your side (mainly because most don't actually have any active noise cancellation, so it's a low bar...)
Buy them from a seller you can return them to once opened and keep them in good condition would be my best advice if you decide to try them:-)
@@nosleeplessnights1 Thank you for the response. I currently use the TOZO nc 9 plus which reduces the snore sound by 70 percent compared to my old bose buds which reduced it around 85 percent. The Tozo are really comfortable and can sleep with them perfectly due to a low profile. Might be worth a review. They are really inexpensive as well The plus may be discontinued but the NC 9 are still available. I think I will wait for Bose to get their act together. I need low profile, great noise cancelling, bluetooth streaming, and a 7 hour battery life!. Am I really asking too much?.. Keep up the great reviews. I have subscribed and liked! Thanks again Jeff
Thanks for that suggestion - I hadn't seen these before. I see what you mean about having a low profile. They still look quite large, but don't seem to stick out so much judging by their product photos.
As for Bose, I also hope that one day they, or another company, crack the problem of low-profile headphones with great active noise cancellation that can be worn all night on your side. One day...one day...
I just ordered ones from a dutch brand : roelfstone mila. Maybe it's worth checking them out :)
@@jeffwndyhi Jeff did you manage to find any? Your comment could have been written by me, I need to drown out snoring!
Y a t-il un bandeau avec une suppression active du bruit efficace ? ?
No, unfortunately there isn't one.
@nosleeplessnights1 Merci pour ton retour. Je cherche désespérément un casque antibruit (même passif) qui convient pour dormir avec (sur le côté. Je suis dormeur latéral). Aidez moi s'il vous plait ! !
No problem. Do you only want silence, or are you okay with some kind of noise to mask whatever sound is bothering you?
@nosleeplessnights1 Merci énormément. J'habite très près d'un chantier et des voisins "inciviles" (pour rester courtois), ils ont des chiens... Ce sont donc des aboiements et des coups de marteaux, etc. Je souffre
Are you happy to listen to music or white noise? Or do you want noise cancellation or masking only?
With the philips kokoon sleep headphones do you know if you can import Audible?
I know you can play Audible through them, but you need to use your audio device, not import them to the headphones.
hello, i'm looking for something to help me block my upstairs neighbor bass music😢 i don't wanna listen to songs or audios while i go to sleep, but do you think using noise cancelling headphones without any music or audio on is actually ok for your ears or does that even work properly?
most headphones out there have shorter battery life, is there anything out there that has long lasting battery?
thank you 😢
Hi! I understand your frustration - loud bass music from neighbors or housemates is often very difficult to block out when you're in bed - the low frequency noise and the transmission through solid objects make it hard to deal with.
In my experience, it's fine to use headphones just for their noise cancelling without music. I've done it often, and not had a problem with my ears (as far as I can tell).
As for battery life, you're right in that many noise cancelling headphones have a shorter battery life. My top recommendation would usually be the Apple Airpods Pro 2 for blocking heavy bass, but the battery might not last all night. They do a great job of cancelling unwanted noise though.
Another option, which I am currently filming a review of, is the Quieton 3.1. They can't play audio, and only do noise cancellation. They aren't as good as the Airpods, but are still capable of blocking out some bass. They have amazing battery life - enough for a few nights. They are also very small, and comfortable to use in bed. But, they are also quite expensive. Some other options, like the Bose Sleepbuds and Amazfit Zenbuds, have been discontinued, so there is a bit of a gap in the market right now, unfortunately.
Have you tried foam earplugs? Honestly, they are one of the best options for blocking out music. I know some people say they aren't as good for low frequency noise, but in my experience, if you find a pair that fit you well and have a high noise reduction rating, you can block out more sound than a lot of headphones (if you only use them for noise cancellation without adding music). Obviously, that balance changes if you use the headphones with music as well, in which case you can block out more of the unwanted noise.
Good luck, and let me know if you find something that works! The other option - if possible - is a polite conversation with your neighbor to ask them to keep the bass down at night. Some people are understanding; others aren't though. So that's one for you to decide.
@@nosleeplessnights1 Sadly I am having the same problem, and I already spoke with the bastard making the noise. I have tried earplugs, they work but is not enough. Do you think the airpods pro 2nd are better than earplugs, or what earbuds would you recommend. I feel over the ear or on ear headphones are a bad idea for people that move along while sleeping me being that case I feel I ll break them. What would you say?
Sorry you have this issue too. It kind of depends on what sort of noise they are making. Is it music? Footsteps? Doors slamming? Talking? Earplugs and good noise cancelling headphones like the Airpods are similar for some noise, but one is better than the other for other noise in my experience. But...it also depends on the exact earplugs you've tried, and how well they fit.
I do think the noise cancelling of the Airpods Pro 2 is extremely good. Even better if you play music through them too! But I wouldn't want to say they will definitely block out all noise in your specific circumstance. My advice would be only to buy them from a store you can 100% return them if they don't work out for you. Maybe even ask someone you know who has a pair if you can borrow them for a day to see if they work for you?
I have been using the NC700 for sleep since I moved to CBD where constant background noise exist, but soon the headset wore out and I’m hoping if the sleepphones can have the noise cancellation effect like Bose, that will be the ultimate sleep aids I want 😂
How do you mean they wore out?
As for other sleepphones, you're unlikely to find any currently that can match the Bose for noise cancellation, unfortunately.
Thanks for the review. I am looking for headphones to sleep (my neighbours often are up all night, mostly doing kitchen noises), and right now I´m between the Soundcore Anker Space One, and the Sony wf-1000Xm4. Did you try both, and if so, did you notice any significant differences in terms of ANC and confort to sleep? Thanks
You're welcome!
I only tried the Sony, so can't comment. The noise cancelling of the Soundcore I did try was pretty good, though the Sony was better. But, both weren't ideal for all sleep positions - unless you manage to lie on your back all night or just listen to some audio for a while before taking the headphones off.
I am in a very hard position, my roommate has a beeping alarm at 4 am, how can I not wake up to it? It's driving me crazy. I still also have to wake up to mine at 7 am. Thank you in advance for your work and time!
That is a tricky one. Do you know if they have a smart watch? If they do, you could ask if it has a silent vibrating alarm. My partner wakes earlier than me and uses a vibrating alarm, which works well. Otherwise, maybe ask them to turn the volume down a bit? And failing that, you'd need to wear good noise-cancelling headphones all night just to block the alarm sound at 4 am. And that's a decision you'll have to make yourself based on cost and whether it would actually cut out their alarm completely. If you go down that route, make sure you can return the headphones if they don't do the trick.
You could also use earplugs + bone conducting headphones to play anything you want. This is not something for everyday use but it combines two simple but really effective and usefull 'technologies'
It is really comfortable (at least for me with shokz open run pro with the smaller headband)
I will try sleephones tho as this looks like something more sustainable if it can mute my environment.
That's a good suggestion - especially if you sleep on your back!
Most ppl want noise canceling, but I need the ability to hear around me with buds. I had the Apple Pro’s but they just hurt my ears too much on my side after a while. I wake up and oh wow do my ears hurt
What did you think of the BedPhones in the video? They may be worth considering if you need to listen out for other sounds.
That's the thing with the Airpods - some people will be ok with them on the side for a while, others won't. There are several factors that play a role, such as your sensitivity, position, and pillow. But if you spend many hours on your side, they are unlikely to be the best option I think.
Great video as always . Loved this detailed and very extensive analysis.
Do you have any video on the 1 More Comfobuds mini?
Thanks! Glad you liked it. I hadn't even heard of those until reading your comment. Just took a look at their website, and they do look really small. I may have to try them when I have time!
First: Great video! I am on an eternal quest for comfortable bluetooth headphones. I cannot find a pair that works well for a side sleeper. I got close with a MOITA pair as the headphones themselves were flat rather than discs but they were so bulky and didn’t block the light around my nose.
Thanks, I'm glad you liked the video:-) I think there are many people on that same quest - myself included! I've never tried the Moita, but I know the combined sleep mask/headphones do tend to be a bit bulky.
I think there will always be some level of nuisance as a side sleeper because there will always be something pressing into the ear. I sometimes think it's just a case of finding the least bad option!
I did buy the Sleephones, which are definitely pricier, but they have a huge advantage for side-sleepers like me in that the speakers lie flat. I bought the Medium sized one, though I think I may have been able to use a small as they do shift when I turn from side to side. They also don’t cancel noise, but, I’m using them for mediation apps, noise cancellation was not a primary concern. Also, I still have to use a traditional “peeper-sleeper” mask for blocking out light. Your video really helped in my endless quest to have a peaceful and good night’s sleep so thank you again! I have liked & subscribed to your channel.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on them. It's always interesting to hear what people think of a product I reviewed, whether the feedback is good or bad. I agree that they can slide out of place if they are too large. And even if they fit perfectly, there's likely to be some movement during the night unless you sleep like a stone, which is unlikely! I'm glad the video was helpful, and thanks for subscribing - I really appreciate it:-)
Since you were so kind to respond, I thought I would write a “post-script”. Much to my disappointment, I wound up returning the Sleephones. Two main reasons: even though the speakers were flat, the material is so thin, they did wind up bothering my ears and 2) The speakers moved around too much. So while I am only a side sleeper, when I would turn from side to side, I found myself having to adjust the speakers throughout the night - by the 2nd week of trying, I became annoyed and frustrated. My zen Breethe ap was having a counter-intuitive effect! . So, the quest for a good blue-tooth sleep mask (for side sleepers) continues!
Sorry to hear they didn't work out for you. Your experience highlight how difficult it is to get good headphones as a side sleeper. Even though you highlight the thin fabric as an issue, they actually have the thickest padding of all the headband styles I've tried. The problem, however, is that there will always be something that feels more solid that your pillow when you wear them and lie on your side. Some people will be fine as long as it's not exposed hard plastic, others still won't like the feeling even if they are padded.
The other issue of needing to adjust the speakers from time to time is another common issue with headband style headphones. Even the ones that are tightly sewn into pockets end up needing adjusting periodically because the entire headband moves when you change positions. So it's a tricky one.
Have you ever tried a basic pillow speaker to listen to your meditations? If you don't need to block out external noise and don't mind a reduction in audio quality, they can be very practical because you can just place them wherever you want, or even under your pillow.
The review was really helpful, thanks!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your feedback:-)
Thank you, super useful. I was wondering if you have tried Boce QuietComfort earbuds 2, it looks like the shape would be better than the Sony earbuds you suggest, and from some reviews (which don't consider sleeping), it seems they can be compared to the Sony. Let me know if you know them and have tried them!
You're welcome - I'm glad it was useful! I haven't tried them yet, though they are on my radar to test in the future.
Hello, I realise that noise cancelling means that I can listen to music or a podcast and not hear external sounds but is it possible to wear them for bed and listen to nothing so that I can sleep while the noise cancelling cancels out external sounds which would normaly wake me up? not sure if I explained that correctly but i want to wear and have the benefit of noise cancelling headphones to help me sleep so I cannot hear anything , many thanks !
Yes it is possible in most cases. The different level of effectiveness between headphones is even more noticeable when you just use the noise cancelling. And many have an audible (but not usually loud) white noise type sound in the background.
@@nosleeplessnights1 Thank you, so basically something like the AirPods Pro v2 has a stand alone noise cancellation feature without needing to play music?
That's correct. You can just open the case, put them in, and the noise cancellation will start working. It's very noticeable how effective it is if you can hear traffic or any kind of humming noise in the background. Try them on a train, plane, or bus and you'll see what I mean.
I bought the iPods. I just need to get use to sleeping on my back. I NEED to not hear my neighbors and my insanity and sleep is most important. I think I might sleep on side with one in ear. That is good enough. I might also invest to the music headband and use it occasionally when I know my sleep/nervous system is regulated and it seems my neighbors are having an early night.
I can understand the desire to learn to sleep on your back if that allows you to use something that might actually help! Funnily enough, I've been trying to do the same in recent months, but for shoulder pain. I've found it's a slow process getting used to a new starting sleep position, but it is possible. I think the more tired I am, the more likely I am to sleep in a position that's not my preferred one. Anyway, I hope you manage to get the best out of the Airpods, whether on your back or your side just using one.
@@nosleeplessnights1 thank you. Actually I found out about pillows with holes in it and it might another option!
You're welcome! Are there any specific pillows you've seen that you think might be good?
@@nosleeplessnights1 ive eyed on couple ones in Amazon. But I decided not to go on that path. The AirPods were not good for sleep because it made the low battery sound middle of night. Also I didn’t like the idea of Bluetooth. Normal wired earbud headphones are better if I need them. Might consider the anker sleep a10 but even they don’t have that long battery. My best bet is try to go to sleep early and then I don’t mind if I wake up with the neighbors if that happens 😅
I have politely asked them to be more quiet in the mornings, and I think with ear plugs I’m ok now.
Good old earplugs! Sometimes it's the simplest solution that works best. As for going to sleep earlier, I totally agree that's a good idea.
Best of luck with your neighbor - I hope they respect your request.
I’ve been suffering from Insomnia for over 11 years now. I want to buy the Sleephones band. I assume the brand is acoustic sheep? There can be many chinese made fake rip offs, so I need to know the exact brand please. Thank you 🙂
Yes, the company name is Acoustic Sheep. The link in the description is for their official website, so you don't need to worry about rip-offs. If you get it elsewhere, then you do need to check carefully to make sure it's the original.
Hi - Can you review Bose Sleepbuds?
I was considering them for this video, but will probably review a version of them at some point in the future on their own. It might be a while before I do though.
They were amazing, and sadly discontinued!! 😭
.... To be clear noise cancellation means how much external noise it blocks. Not how much your partner can hear.
That's correct. When I talk about noise/sound leakage, that refers to how much a partner can hear.
You should review the Manta Sound sleep mask
It's on my very long to-do list!
Headband with bone conduction seems like the obvious solution. Can't see any exist though
I haven't seen them in the headband style either.
Thank you so much for this! Really helped me decide which is best for me!
You're welcome, glad it was helpful. Which one did you decide on in the end?
Have you tried the Sony C700N?
I haven't - have you?
Just binged a load of your vids. Great stuff, thanks. I’ve been looking for a new eye mask & your vids are super helpful. I was curious if there are any good eye masks with built in headphones? A quick Amazon search lead me to a lot of unhappy reviews :( can’t seem to find a good one so maybe I’ll have to buy separately 🤷🏻♂️ if you have any advice on which eye masks & headphones work together well would be greatly appreciated ✌️
Hi Shane. Thanks for watching multiple videos. I always appreciate that as it's good for my channel:-) I'm also happy to hear you liked what you saw.
To answer your question, this is a product type that's on my radar to test and review, but I haven't done yet - sorry!
My feeling from looking at them online is that it may be one of those cases where some companies/factories/individuals/amazon sellers, or whatever you want to call them, may be over engineering the products and trying to combine too much into one piece for a low price, ending up with a not very good sleep mask and a not very good headphone system either. So I've been hesitant to put my money into exploring this area as I can imagine it being a case of ending up with a bunch of them that I really don't want to spend my time filming and talking about!
Having said that, I'd like to think there will be one or two diamonds in the rough, so I should get around to it at some point. If you do buy one, I'd love to know what you think of it!
In the meantime, I'd recommend using a good sleep mask for blocking light, and good headphones for listening to music. Which work well together? Tough question. I should get all my headphones and sleep masks out and test all the combinations (when I have a lot of free time on my hands, whenever that is!). Imagining them though, I could see a thin silk sleep mask working well with most headphones. Wraparound designs wouldn't be good. Maybe even consider a sleep mask and a simple pillow speaker if you just want some audio but don't care about the quality?
@@nosleeplessnights1 amazing advice. Thank you so much 💚
Good knowledge and good content. Thank you for your advice
You're very welcome. Thank you too for your nice feedback:-)
Really like how you’ve done this video and the tests. I just wish the Soundcore A10’s were in this. Though it looks like I’ll be taking the plunge on them anyway.
Thanks! I really appreciate the positive feedback:-) I had to narrow down my picks, and many headphones didn't make the final cut. Let me know what you think of the A10s if you end up getting them.
@@nosleeplessnights1 they’re on the way to me as we speak. I’ll get them tomorrow and be giving them a thorough road test Sunday night.
I did recently pick up the A40’s and they worked in a pinch but as you’ll have guessed not ideal for side sleeping.
@@nosleeplessnights1 my quick review.
In terms of comfort they were very good for side sleeping.
Sound quality was good.
However, the use case for them was sleeping next to my partner who falls asleep in 10 seconds flat and snores loudly.
I was able to hear the snoring over what I was listening to, which is generally some form of documentary on RUclips.
Even when there was speaking or music I could still hear the snoring unless I turned the volume right up which made trying to fall asleep very difficult.
I would say they are very good if you don’t need to block out snoring but I will likely be sending them back.
The lack of ANC just kills them.
My old wired ANC Bose headphones did an admirable job and I was looking for a wireless solution.
I don’t think they exist.
I may have to return to a wired alternative
Sorry they weren't what you needed. I'm glad I didn't include them in the video then based on what you said! I hope you find what you're looking for eventually though:-)
@@nosleeplessnights1I might have found a winner with the 1more comfobuds mini. Basically half price for Black Friday at £49.
Haven’t done a real life test yet but they are small enough to be comfy enough to be on your side but they have Active Noise Cancellation that really does work.
I’d recommend you pick some up during Black Friday if you can
nice 🙂 for me its important to know what kind of earphones are the most confortables
I hope the video helped you narrow the choice down then:-)
thanks for very informative video
You're welcome - I'm glad it was helpful:-)
I hate touch control so much. A simple 4 direction button does everything much better and look less awkward
They can be tricky, especially when you're half asleep. I guess enough people do like the style though otherwise they wouldn't keep making them like that (you would think...)
@@nosleeplessnights1 indeed you would think, but these guys are paid to "innovate" so we can expect that they're gonna come up with something more convoluted next.
Let's hope not
I believe it's a way to cut costs, since a single capacitive unit is cheaper compared to multiple buttons. As an idea I like touch controls, but in reality they always feel worse to use compared to buttons, sadly.
Hey, thank you for that detailed review. I live in Ibiza and directly under my flat is a bar which is everyday open till 4am…So it’s kinda hard to sleep. I’m a side/tummy sleeper and looking for ANC to block the annoying bass and talking of people. Which one would you suggest ? I also did a lot of research and found the „1more comfortable buds mini“ - do you have any experience with them ?
Kind regards :)
Hi, you're welcome! I haven't tried the 1more, and hadn't even heard of them until your comment so I can't give you an opinion on those.
I totally understand - I lived in Sevilla a few years ago, so I know the late night noise problem very well.
Honestly, there are none that are going to be ideal for side/tummy sleepers for various reasons. None of the sleep-specific ones have active noise cancellation, so the best you can get is the effect of having some material in or next to your ear and whatever music you play to mask the noise from the bar. And out of the ones with ANC, the issue is that they are simply not comfortable enough to use on your side night after night, all night long. You could just use one earbud and hope the bass doesn't travel through your bed too much and so the pillow will block a lot of the sound anyway. But then when you turn round, you will hear everything unless you switch earbuds, which isn't practical obviously.
My best advice would be good earplugs if you can cope with them, or just experiment with different sounds to block out as much of the bar as possible. If you do that, you could use any of them, though the smaller and quieter ones will struggle if the bar is really loud.
The Kokoon nightbuds are useless: no noise cancelling, and poor noise masking, means I can still hear persistent external noise. I would not recommend them.
I would agree if you bought them in the belief that they would have active noise cancellation or effective noise masking. However, they aren't advertised as having noise cancellation, so I personally don't judge them too harshly based on them not having that.
It is true that they don't mask sound very well because the earbuds are so small and the maximum volume is low. In my view, these are more about the comfort of the fit and the inbuilt sleep sounds on the app.
If you have loud, bothersome external noise to block out, there are much better options.
@@nosleeplessnights1 What would you recommend for blocking out persistent external noises such as a dog barking, or rain falling harshly against a window?
Unfortunately, I am a light sleeper so these sounds keep me awake, or awaken me, during the night.
@@tprice1735 For rain, any of the noise cancelling headphones should work. Even normal headphones with music would probably block it out. Dogs are harder to block out if they are very loud because the sound isn't constant, which makes it harder for the headphones to pick up the signal and cancel it out in time. The Airpods Pro 2 are supposed to be the fastest in that regard, and they do respond quickly. But I'm not convinced they would totally block out very loud dog barking. My own answer would be earplugs for dogs probably.
@@nosleeplessnights1 Thank you.
Would you recommend the QuietOn Earbuds for rain noise?
If it's really loud rain, I am not sure they would completely block it out. If it's not thunderous rain....maybe?
You know you can't use airpods at night if you're going to sleep on a blocked noise with airpod😢 I know it's sad
Why not? What happens?
great reviews. to bad none of these products Help with what I need, which is a sleep Bud. Comfortable for side sleepers that lasts for 8 to 10 hours.
Thanks! Not even the maxrock or Kokoon?
Apple AirPods are great but I’ve worn them everyday to sleep and they can deteriorate fast, the squeak and rattle after a while :(
How long did it take before you noticed that? Are they within their warranty?
@@nosleeplessnights1 it was a good couple of months before it started. They are but I didn’t keep my receipt.
Sorry to hear that, it must be frustrating for you. Do you still use them despite the noise they make, or have you stopped using them because of it? I'm curious how bad it is and how tolerable.
Thanks for the review! But... I can't support listening to Pink Floyd on shuffle
Thanks, and well spotted! That would be a sin indeed...
superb video!
Thanks very much, I'm glad you liked it:-)
Thanks for making this.
You're very welcome Emma!
I’m interested to know whether under pillow speakers are any good too. I don’t need to block out noise but want to distract my ADHD brain enough to fall asleep by listening to audiobooks without disturbing my partner.
Have you seen any of my pillow speaker reviews I did in the past?
Basically, the audio quality is nowhere near as good as headphones or any half decent speaker, but they will let you listen to some audio quietly. Whether it disturbs your partner or not depends on whether you put it next to your ear or under the pillow, and how loudly you play it. But it is possible to have that private audio experience with some experimentation. As I said though, just be prepared for a big drop down in audio quality.
i have been looking for this
I hope it was helpful then!
haha so can we assume his partner snores loudly and child plays electronic music when he is trying to sleep? loved it
It was more of an attempt to test the headphones against two of the most common noise problems people tell me they have.
But sure, I don't exactly sleep in a silent cave...
@@nosleeplessnights1 makes sense… was imagining an alternate dimension I guess, and that situation struck me as funny for some reason. Keep up the good work!
Luckily for me, it's not quite my reality! Close though - my partner sometimes snores lightly, and the neighbors sometimes play music! Better than your alternate dimension I guess...
Ive slept with over ear headphones my whole life and every single one would snap right above the ear cup
Are there no other styles that work for you? It would put me off buying more if they keep breaking.
God i hate touch control on headphones ;_;
I don't think you're the only one! Personally, I don't mind in situations where I really don't want to have to use my phone every time I want to make a small change, such as the volume.
@1:02. Lol, that's why we're here.
You and many others I think! I'm editing my review of the Soundcore Sleep A20 at the moment, and did more extensive snoring tests with those. So if you sleep with a snorer, keep an eye out for that video.
Next time, please try Dormi Headphones!
I was close to including those, but left them out this time around. Maybe next time!
I have tried three sleep headbands, including MUSICOZY, LC Solida and Lullaband. Generally speaking, the sound quality and material of Lullaband are relatively good, and it can also be worn during sports.
Thanks for sharing these ones. I haven't tried the Lullaband, so will take a look.
Amazing sharing my friend 🌟Big like 👍 127
Thanks! Glad you liked it:-)
Hey pal quit your snoring or sleep on the couch. My dog 🐕 will sleep with me..... What? He doesn't snore..... 😉🥺🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I think there are a few people around the world who will share this sentiment!
He doesn’t snore but…. Does he fart? Lol. My dogs sleep with me ~~ they generously allow me about 1/8 of the bed. ❤
Thanks very much for this.. I have been stressing over the cost of Bose 700 and/or NC 45. I have a Sony MDR-XB950B1… bulky, uncomfortable, I’m a back sleeper and these just won’t stay on my head! I want to listen to binaural sounds … I’ll try the 700s. Thanks!
I sleep with my air pod pros every night, I have autism and I’m a light sleeper so loud noises can really disrupt my sleep consistency. They really help a lot. I’d recommend them to anyone. Worth every penny.
Hey, thanks for sharing your experience. How do you find the battery life? Does it wake you up if your audio cuts out in the night?
@@nosleeplessnights1 the battery life is sufficient for me at least. I don’t believe the audio cutting has ever woken me up. They live up to everything Apple says in my opinion. But experiences always differ.
That's great to hear. I agree that they are very, very good in many ways. I just wondered how you cope with the battery life, so it's nice to know it's not an issue!
@@nosleeplessnights1 I think achieving an 8 hour battery with 9 hours no noise cancelling would be great. Maybe in the third generation
I think there are many people crossing their fingers that they eventually get to that point - me included!
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Can you wear those things in bed though or does it keep your head in one place?
Thanks
Stick to the subject of your title. Its about Headphones for sleep. I assume when you sleep, you're not listening to music. This is just a headphone comparison - not much to do with sleeping
Thanks for the feedback Larry. I'm slightly perplexed by it though.
Many people (myself included) listen to music, radio, videos, or podcasts while they are falling asleep, either to block out other noise, such as snoring or traffic, or because they find it relaxing.
If you consider the headphones I discuss, five of them have the word sleep, night, cozy, or bed in their product name. Two of them have an app with sleep sounds included. Four of them are promoted as having good noise cancellation.
In the video, I discuss how well they block out snoring or music from another room, and how comfortable each one is in three sleeping positions.
Despite that, I'm happy to hear further constructive ideas for sticking to the subject of the title better:-)
If you're still unsure about the idea of using headphones for sleep and would like to see what a bigger publisher has to say, take a look at this recent Rolling Stone website article about sleep headphones, which includes two of the headphones in my video, the Airpods Pro 2 and Musicozy:
www.rollingstone.com/product-recommendations/electronics/best-sleep-earbuds-1146657/
(I have no affiliation with Rolling Stone)