For this post, I have put together a collection of the best baby ear defenders currently available. For all top picks and buying guides, see my huge list of recommended baby things.
Our Top Picks
- Best Overall: Ems for Kids Baby Ear Defenders
- Best Non Metal: Alpine Muffy Baby Ear Defenders
- Best Budget Buy: Banz Baby Earmuffs
You can and should protect your little ones ears when at noisy places such as loud parties, fireworks displays or concerts with a pair of ear defenders designed specifically for babies and toddlers.
How We Selected
We’ve selected some of the best on the market, most of which are suitable for babies and toddlers.
All of our recommendations have excellent buyers feedback and 4-5/5 star ratings.
We’ve chosen options to suit all budgets.
Further Reading:
- For more tips on how to protect your baby’s hearing I recommend this page from BabyHearing.org
- More info about hearing development and your baby’s hearing and communicative development checklist can be found at the excellent NIDCD.
- See my top picks for the best baby sunglasses and baby sun hats and travel potty.
Let’s get started!
Alpine Muffy Baby Ear Defenders
- Protective ear muffs with an elasticated band for additional comfort.
- Innovative design which contains no metal so can be used during MRI scans as well as in environments where there is loud noise.
- These ones come with a handy carry bag for when they’re not in use.
- Suitable for babies from 3 months to 3 years of age.
- Reviewers recommend them for helping babies sleep through noise.
- Pros: Free from metal, handy carry bag.
- Cons: Some parents complain of loose fitting.
- Consumer Score: Popular ear defenders with 69% of buyers giving them 5 stars out of 5.
- Retailers: Amazon and eBay.
Ems for Kids Baby Ear Defenders
- These are designed specifically for babies and have adjustable velcro fastening head straps in a variety of funky prints and designs.
- As well as being lightweight and compact, they provide industrial grade hearing protection for the littlest ears.
- Suitable from 0-18 months.
- Perfect for even newborn babies.
- Pros: Bright, funky designs.
- Cons: A little pricey.
- Consumer Score: Buyers like these ear defenders with 59% giving them 5 stars out of 5.
Banz Baby Earmuffs
- These come in a large variety of colours and designs.
- The lightweight headband with well-cushioned ear cups reduce the amount of pressure on babies ears.
- The ear cups slide up and down on the headband in order for the earmuffs to fit a child from 3 months to 3 years of age.
- Reviewers highly recommend these and say they’re well worth the money.
- Pros: Affordable, lightweight.
- Cons: Headband isn’t elasticated.
- Consumer Score: Very popular ear defenders with 80% of buyers giving them 5 stars out of 5.
- Retailers: Amazon and eBay.
Snug Safe n Sound Kids Ear Defenders
- These come with a five year warranty and fold into a compact size that is perfect for travel.
- They are adjustable with a soft headband and can be worn by kids from 6 months to toddler.
- They also appear a popular choice for parents of kids who have autism as they help reduce sensory levels to noise.
- Available in a variety of colours and patterns.
- Pros: Affordable, available in lots of colours.
- Cons: The headband isn’t elasticated.
- Consumer Score: Great feedback with 71% of buyers giving them 5 stars out of 5.
BBTKCARE Kids Ear Defenders
- Suitable from 3 months.
- Soft earmuffs and padded headband will keep your baby calm and relaxed.
- The well cushioned ear muffs reduce the pressure on the ears.
- 90- day full refund guarantee.
- Pros: Affordable, well cushioned.
- Cons: Headband isn’t elasticated.
- Consumer Score: Parents like these ear defenders with 74% of buyers giving them 5 stars out of 5.
What To Consider When Buying Baby Ear Defenders
There are plenty of ear defenders on the market so choosing the right ones for your baby or child can be tricky if you’re not sure where to start.
We’ve listed some of the things to consider below;-
Fit
Make sure you buy ear defenders which are suitable for your child’s age.
Some are suitable for new babies while others are designed with older kids in mind.
The fit should be snug, but not too tight so that they successfully block out any noise.
Comfort
Choose ear defenders which are padded or soft and comfortable, especially for new babies with delicate heads.
Look for lightweight materials and good quality products.
SNR Value
The single number rating or SNR is the system used by ISO or the International Organisation for Standardisation’s.
A higher SNR means less noise for your baby and better protection for their ears.
FAQ’s Baby Ear Defenders
Medical experts agree that protecting your babies ears from loud noise is very important for the health of their hearing.
A child has a much smaller ear canal than an adult therefore there is a greater pressure as sound enters their ears.
Protecting ears while they are young can help them in the future.
Your child’s inner ears may be damaged if he or she is around extremely loud noises or around loud noises for long periods of time so it’s important to protect them where you can.
Anyone can go deaf from loud noises but babies, due to their thinner skulls, are more at risk.
Prolonged exposure to loud music can cause irreversible damage so better to be safe than sorry.
We have listed some of the places or situations where ear defenders are commonly used.
Concerts or festivals
Firework displays
Air Shows
Weddings
Cinema
Sporting Events
Near loud machinery
At home when vacuuming or mowing lawn, drilling etc.
Children with autism or sensory disorders
Children with noise-related stress
Ear defenders are cushioned muffs that can be worn over ears that muffle or block out loud noises.
The protection is provided by acoustic foam, which absorbs sound waves and stops noise reaching the eardrum.
Baby Ear Defenders Deals & Today’s Bestsellers
Final Thoughts
My overall top pick are the Ems for Kids Baby Ear Defenders as they come in a range of bold, funky prints and are lightweight and compact so you can take them anywhere.
I hope this list of the best baby ear defenders has been helpful. If you have any suggestions for additional products please comment below.
Thanks,
Nicola
Last Updated: March 2022
- Updated Top Picks.
- Added ‘How We Selected.’
- Added Consumer Scores.
- Added Pros/Cons on all products.
- Updated ‘Things To Consider’.
- Updated FAQ’s.
- Added New Product.
- Added Bestsellers.
- Added Alternative Retailer.
- Added Final Thought.
- Moved OOS To Bottom.
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Ear Lugz Ear Defenders (currently unavailable)
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- These come in a wide variety of colours and are foldable and compact with a free carry bag.
- They are perfect for going on your travels and have a cushioned headband and soft ear muffs.
- Suitable from 6 months to 16 years.
- Reviewers recommend them for children with autism as they help to reduce sensory levels to noise.
KOBWA Baby Ear Defenders (currently unavailable)
- Affordable ear defenders suitable for babies and toddlers over 6 months of age.
- Lightweight, soft and easy to wear and effectively keep out noise.
- The adjustable headband can be made bigger as your child grows.
- Positive ratings from reviewers who have used them at air shows.
Safetots Childrens Ear Protector, Union Jack (currently unavailable)
- These funky Union Jack ear defenders wouldn’t look out of place at a festival or gig.
- They are easy to wear with adjustable headband to fit young babies and kids up to approximately 7 years of age.
- If the ear defenders are to be used by babies under six months of age, recommended only to use for very brief periods of time, with intervals in between each use.
