Shooting a gun without wearing ear protection is a good way to cause damage to your hearing, both short, and long term.  There are several options on the market for ear protection while shooting, and different caliber firearms can give off different levels of sound. The best shooting ear protection will probably vary per person because of this, however, we’ve put together a list of some of the top shooting ear protection available.

Walker’s Razor Slim Ear Muffs

The Walker’s Razor Slim are battery-powered ear muffs, that have a thin, slim, build and also fold up in a compact case. They have a noise reduction rating (NRR) 23dB, and contain two omnidirectional speakers for clear sound amplification. They also have an audio jack for connecting to a mobile phone or other devices. Walker’s Razor Slim comes in a variety of colors and is affordable at around $50 per pair.

MSA Sordin Supreme Pro-X Ear Muffs

The MSA Sordin Supreme Pro-X are Swedish ear muffs and are a great option if your budget allows, as they have a price point of around $200. They provide an NRR of 22dB and are specifically built to block medium to high-frequency sounds such as firearms being discharged. The battery-powered as well, and provide very clear audio from a radio, smartphone or other devices.

Pro For Sho Passive Hearing Protection Ear Muffs

These Pro For Sho earmuffs are a low-cost option, around $20, that still provide good protection. They come in a variety of colors and have a NRR of 34 dB. They are also foldable, lightweight, and compact making them easy to tote around. These are a wonderful option if you’re just starting shooting or know that you won’t shoot all that often and don’t want to drop a ton of money on shooting ear protection.

Peltor Sport Tactical 500

The Peltor Sport Tactical 500 ear muffs are another ear muff choice if you’re looking to invest a little more in your ear protection, with a price point of around $130. The main difference with these earmuffs is that there are no wires for the audio, as they are Bluetooth enabled. They also have an auto shut-off feature that allows for battery life to be preserved.

Any of these earmuffs are great for protecting your hearing while shooting, we highly recommend making the investment.