Essential ear protection for watersport lovers
Prevent swimmer’s or surfer’s ear or other in-ear infections with SnugsAqua Protect. Custom-fit creates the perfect in-ear seal for maximum waterproof protection; this limits the ear canal’s exposure to cold, chlorinated or contaminated water and reduces risk of infection. Available with (or without) an Awareness filter. Perfect for swimming, surfing, and all other water sports.
Designed to give the perfect canal seal, SnugsAqua (Protect) will protect your ears when in the water.
New SnugsAqua (Protect) with Awareness Filter, uses DR 5dB attenuated filters which retain spatiality and sound directionality, on the water specifically as they are waterproof. Keep your ears dry, clean and ventilated while hearing everything around you. Surfers and Triathletes love this product as they can hear everything without any spatial distortion while keeping their ears dry.
3D printed for you in a medical grade soft silicone using special colours of red and blue fluorescent, designed to be seen easily when in the water, with lanyard supplied to keep your swim plugs together.
Lacquered for a smooth hygienic/cleanable surface, allowing for years of use. Simply a better, more environmentally friendly option; non-toxic to people, our planet (including our oceans) compared with plastic based or disposable foam earplugs.
Snugs Aqua is the perfect choice for both In and On water activities: such as: Swimming, Lane Swimming, Open Water swimming, Triathlon Swimming, Synchronised Swimming, Water Polo, Diving, Board Diving
On Water activities include Surfers, Sailing with Crew, Sailing alone, Powerboats, Jetskis, Stand-up Paddle board, Kayakers, Canoeist, Windsurfers, Body Boarders, Kitesurfers, Wake boarders and Waterskiers.
Professional custom fitting
SnugsAqua tips are custom-fitted using your physical ear impressions of each ear. To get this done, you need to visit an audiologist. It’s a quick, painless procedure where they inject a foam solution into your ear to make an exact mold. This ensures your Snugs fit perfectly. And you only need to do it once.
Please note: The audiologist will charge you separately for the impressions – this is not included in the price of your Snugs.
Sarah Jackson, Professional Windsurfer & Instructor
“The SnugsAqua (Protect) with awareness filter is amazing for being able to still have a conversation on the water, so I don’t have to keep taking my plugs in and out. It’s just like normal but I know I’m protecting my ears at the same time so it’s the best of both worlds!”
Frequently asked questions
How do SnugsAqua help protect my ears when in the water?
SnugsAqua tips help prevent ear infections and problems such as swimmer and surfer’s ear. As they are made from your physical ear impressions, they provide a perfect canal seal, which prevents water getting into and damaging your ears.
If you are continuously exposing your ears to cold water, then your ears will naturally start to protect themselves and ‘close up’; the bone of the ear canal develops multiple bony growths called exostoses. Over time this will develop to partial or complete blockage of the ear canal, causing hearing loss and also makes your ears more susceptible to ear infection. This is called surfers ear; if you are a surfer or do other watersports, then it is important to use earplugs to protect your ears and their long-term health. For more details on the need to protect your ears in water, see our blog on Snugs in the water
How does the Awareness filter work in SnugsAqua?
With Filtered plugs you still hear everything around you, while maintaining the waterproof seal. Using the DEC DR 5 db attenuated waterproof filter in our Swim ‘m’ Surf designed Snug, allows surfers to hear the waves and have maximum spatial awareness. Swimmers can now hear their friends and swimming instructors. All the time maintaining a waterproof seal to ensure cold or chemicalised water does not get in.
Keep your ears dry, clean and ventilated while hearing everything around you.
Our filter ensures a constant air flowing through the ear, this ventilation minimises the occlusion effect and avoids irritation within the ear canal.
Surfers love this product as they can hear everything without any spatial distortion while keeping their ears dry.
Supplied with DEC’s DR 5dB attenuated filters. The best attenuated filters in the world CE certified to EN352.
I would like to make a change to my order. Is this possible?
We are able to change your order details, including colour choice and product, providing your Snugs are not in manufacturing (you will receive an order notification when your Snugs are being made).
If you would like to amend you order once your Snugs are in manufacturing, this will incur a charge of £30
I’ve had one pair of Snugs made. Do I need another ear impression to make another set?
You only need to visit an Audiologist once to have your ear impressions taken. Once we have your impressions, we will scan them to create a 3D file which can be used to make you multiple pairs of custom fit Snugs for your ears
What are Snugs made from?
All Snugs are made from medical-grade silicone which will sit comfortably in your ear
What is included with my order?
- 1 x pair of custom fit tips
- Ballistic Case
- Comfort Balm
- Fit Guarantee – If you are not happy with the fit of your Snugs, we will remake them within 30 days of receipt
Can I come to Snugs HQ to have my ear impressions taken?
Yes, we are able to take your ear impressions at Snugs head office. Please contact us for availability and to make an appointment. We are based on Exmoor:
Windwhistle Farm, Treborough, Watchet, Exmoor. TA23 0QW
Email - info@snugs.com
Tel - 01984 604002
Can I order Snugs for someone else?
Yes, you can order SnugsPro for someone else but please note that you will need to order in their name. Alternatively, you can order them a gift card here
Can I return my Snugs if they do not fit?
Snugs tips are custom-fitted to match the unique shape and size of your ears and as such our returns policy may differ from that commonly offered with non-custom fit products. We offer a 30-day remake policy, where we will adjust the size and remake your Snugs tips, so they fit better. In most cases, this works out great for our customers. However, if you’re still not satisfied, then we’ll be happy to offer you a refund or gift card.
Can children use Snugs?
Yes, we have made custom tips for children before. You will need to arrange for them to visit an Audiologist to have their ear impressions taken - please confirm with the Audiologist that they are able to take the ear impression for under 18's.
Alternatively you can order SnugsGo earphone tips for your children here This fit method is only suitable for earphone tips for your children, all other products require a physical ear impression.
I’ve lost one/both of my Snugs. Can I order replacements?
Yes, we will save your correctly fitting ear files and reprint your Snugs for you. You can order a single replacement or a pair here
I am a swimmer. What is the best SnugsAqua choice for me?
We recommend our solid swim plugs for those swimming regularly and at depth
I live in the USA/Canada. Can I order Snugs?
Yes, we are able to make Snugs for customers based in the USA and Canada. The process is the same as the UK:
- Order the product you would like online
- Visit your local Audiologist to have your ear impressions taken
- Send them to our USA address where they will be processed and scanned to create your 3D ear files
- We will make your custom moulds and ship them to you in the USA or Canada
Once you have ordered and sent your ear impressions, we will store your 3D files which can be used to make multiple pairs of custom fit products. So you only need to get custom fit at the Audiologist once.