Many people wonder in what respect custom-made hearing protection differs from the standard earplugs available at the Kruidvat and elsewhere. The latter are also called universal earplugs.

The main difference is the fit. Whereas standard earplugs are made to fit everyone, custom-made earplugs are tailored exactly to your ear. As a result, they sit better in the ear, providing more protection. They are also more comfortable to wear than universal earplugs.

Universal earplugs come in all shapes and sizes. Most of them provide adequate protection against short-term noise, such as drilling holes in the wall. Or an occasional night out.

Still, we can recommend that anyone who is regularly exposed to loud noises get custom-made hearing protection.