Howard Leight by Honeywell Impact Sport Sound Amplification Electronic Shooting Earmuff, Green: Home Improvement
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I’m reviewing three range headphones, side-by-side, to help you make an informed decision:
- Howard Leight Impact Sports by Honeywell Model R-01526 ($52.92, NRR: 22 db)
- Walker’s Razor Slim Model GWP-RSEM ($39.08, NRR: 23 db)
- Gloryfire Model M8056T ($26.90, NRR: 25 db)
Below, I’ve ordered earmuffs from highest to lowest in my assessment of performance per dimension/characteristic. I’m not advocating for you to buy one over another, just trying to provide info. I’m not sponsored to do this, I paid for each of these three products myself out of pocket.
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COMFORT
#1: Walkers: Deep cups with thick pads, does not press down on eye pro (safety glasses), comfortable after 20+ minutes. On the other hand, there is a high level of resistance when opening, putting on, and adjusting.
#2: Gloryfire: Has thick pads, but is uncomfortable for the first few minutes because the headband pulls down onto your head. If you adjust to have more room, the cups just slide down you ears. You get used to it quickly though and you stop noticing it within a few minutes. Easy to open and adjust.
#3: Howard Leights: Thin pads, difficult to get them to sit right over your ear and eye pro with no air leakage. Either they lift off the bottom of your ear, or you have to make the band so high it doesn’t actually rest on your head/hat. Uncomfortable on the ear as soon as you put them on, but doesn’t hurt the top of your head. Your ear contacts the felt inside the earmuff, which explains why they have “hygiene kits” to replace them. Otherwise, easy to open and adjust.
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DAMPENING
#1: Howard Leights: When volume is off, they have great decibel reduction. When sound is on, they immediately cut to a safe level when you are shooting.
#2: Walkers: When volume is off, they have ok (but not great) decibel reduction. When sound is on, they immediately cut to a safe level when you are shooting.
#3: Gloryfire: When volume is off, they have great decibel reduction, but when sound is on, they are not that good — you can hear the start of a blast before dampening kicks in and to my ears at least, they don’t seem to dampen as much.
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AUDIO QUALITY WHEN ON
begrudgingly, #1: Howard Leights: Extremely good fidelity of sound. There is some lag when you turn them on or adjust the volume, but the audio is very good. Input microphones are covered in a felt that protrudes past the plane of the earpiece, could get snagged and will certainly collect dust if out in the wild.
#2: Walkers: Sound fidelity is very good, but after a few months, the left headphone cut out completely. Input microphones are covered in a protective metal mesh that sits flush with the plane of the earphone cup, which is a great design.
#3: Gloryfire: Fidelity and volume of the sound is not good. Whereas in a quiet room with the other two, you can hear an analog clock ticking in the next room, these barely make out voices. Out of the box, the right ear was noticeably quieter than the left. At higher volumes, I can hear low level static. When playing with music even at full volume for both the media player and the earphones, the sound is relatively quiet (though possibly loud enough for listening to tunes on a range, didn’t actually try that).
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VOLUME ADJUST AND AUDIO CABLE INPUT
#1: Walkers: Volume knob is in an intuitive place and protrudes slightly, so it is easy to find when wearing. Knob is oriented vertically so up means louder (intuitive) and it is very responsive. Input port is also oriented vertically which is convenient. Only drawback is that the input port has a rubber plug that falls out and yet is very difficult to get back into the hole.
#2: Gloryfire: Volume knob is in an intuitive place but does not protrude, so there is a little fumbling at first until you get used to where it is. Adjustments are fairly responsive. The input port is located on the edge and is easy to find, plus it has a kind of collar which makes it easy to plug into without taking them off.
#3: Howard Leights: Unlike the other two, the volume knob is oriented perpendicularly, so adjustments require left-right turning which is not intuitive. Because the knob is located at the edge of the phone, it’s easy to find. As previously said, there is a a lag when adjusting the sound. The input port is also located on the edge and is pretty easy to find when wearing. Picks up electromagnetic static from a phone when plugged in, which is annoying.
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COMPACTNESS FOR STORAGE
#1: Howard Leights: Collapses easily into a nice, tight form.
#2: Gloryfire: Collapses easily into a tight form, but are slightly bulkier than Howard Leights.
a distant #3: Walkers: When collapsing, one or both cups do not slide in and you have to fiddle with it to get it collapsed. Pads only make contact at the top, compressing the pads unevenly when not in use.
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DESIGN AND APPEARANCE
#1: Walkers: Sleek, angled design with no curved lines or bulk. Very modern. Wires protrude vertically from the battery cover so replacing batteries doesn’t make you worry about clipping the wire.
#2: tie: Howard Leights and Gloryfire have nearly identical lines, and are in my opinion kind of ugly. The wires both protrude out from a corner of the phone and get in the way of the battery cover when changing out batteries.
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One last thing to note: Gloryfire states in big, bold letters “US Brand Quality” but they are manufactured in China, just designed in the US. Seems intentionally misleading.
For me, I am returning the Gloryfires because the sound in the left ear is quiet, my Walkers crapped out after a few months, and the Impacts are what several of the ROs at the range I go to wear — haven’t had them long enough to gauge their reliability.
The set I received were counterfeit, luckily Amazon contacted me notifying me of the issue and Issued a refund. I bought another set which were genuine and they work perfectly.
The counterfeit ones have springs in the battery compartment and no inspection/quality control stickers. YouTube videos out there showing this.
5 stars for the second set I received
These just arrived. I was looking forward to a trip to the range. I was noticing that clapping my hands, lawnmower, leaf blower, etc., was not stopping the sound. Strange..
At the range: same deal. Did not block sound. (gunfire)
I'll try an exchange and see if I got defective pair. Very disappointing, with a huge amount of positive reviews, I get the bad set???
Follow up: I tried THREE pairs of these, I wanted to like them, but such a hassle, I'm done, just spent a few dollars more, Walker Game Ears are on the way.
I hope you have better luck than me. The amplification of sounds works great. But I don't need gun fire amplified.
A few days later: For a few dollars more, I just rec'd Walker Razors, Patriot Series. Go figure, these work, right out of the box, and have two American flag velcro patches. AND fit better. Thank you, Howard Leight, you led me to a good product: Walker!
If you're looking for cheap active ear pro there are myriad options available from $15 to over $1,000. There is a reason these Howard Leight Impact Sport muffs are probably the most popular model of their type on the market -- they're dirt cheap and work very well. They're built well for a $40 product, and battery replacement -- the 3M Peltor's Achilles' Heel -- is sublimely simple, quick, and intuitive. That, and standard alkaline batteries seemingly last forever! They feel much more well built, and fit and feel MUCH nicer than the $50 Peltors they compete with. I have had three sets of Peltors as well (and have ComTac III and IV's too), and these Leights are a far superior alternative to the 3M's. If you're considering both units, there's your answer -- get the Leights. Period.
We have our own private rifle and handgun range on our property, so we're always shooting. We also attend a number of carbine and pistol classes each year, where some of them are VERY hard on gear, but these muffs have taken a beating and keep on going -- even in a downpour! We're also big into the night vision world, so I was pleasantly surprised when the Team Wendy ComTac headset adapters worked with these muffs almost PERFECTLY (see photos I've attached to this review). No need to be wed to Peltor if you need to run ear pro on your helmet(s)!
Noise reduction is about the same as the Peltor units, but ambient sound amplification with the Leights is MUCH better. Where it was difficult to hear subtle sounds with the Peltors, the Leights give you Superman-like hearing! Yet another plus in the Leight column.
They Howard Leights -- in our extensive experience -- are: MORE durable, MORE comfortable, have MUCH better battery installation, LOOK better, FEEL like they're higher quality, PERFORM better, and now that we've discovered they can use the Peltor helmet mount adapters, there is simply NO reason to ever get another set of the cheap Peltors.
Oh yeah, I almost forgot, they're 20% CHEAPER to boot! Can it get any better? I don't see how.
Price: US $52.24
Rating: 4.7 / 5.0 from 37,354 Reviews
Specification
Built-in directional microphones amplify range commands and other ambient sounds to a safe 82 dB, providing more natural listening and enhanced communication
Actively listens and automatically shuts off amplification when ambient sound reaches 82 dB; Noise Reduction Rating (NRR): 22
Features low profile earcups for firearm stock clearance; adjustable headband for secure fit; compact folding design for convenient storage; classic green color
Includes AUX input and 3.5 mm connection cord for MP3 players and scanners. Integrated power/volume knob
Includes 2 AAA batteries; automatic shut-off feature after 4 hours increases battery life; approximately 350 hours of battery life; works well and long with Polaroid AAA Batteries
Description
Color:Green | Pattern Name:Earmuff
At the range or on the hunt, the Howard Leight by Honeywell Impact Sport Sound Amplification Electronic Shooting Earmuff keeps you protected from hazardous noise and connected to your environment. It carries a Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 22 in both on and off mode. When the electronic ear protection is switched on, it employs built-in directional microphones that amplify ambient sounds to a safe 82 dB. This allows you to hear important commands on the range and crucial environment sounds when hunting. For additional shooting hearing protection, it also actively listens and automatically shuts off amplification when loud impulsive sounds like firearm discharges reach 82 dB. Patented Air Flow Control technology allows for a slim earcup design that ensures your firearm stock has clearance while shooting. The padded headband features telescopic height adjustment for a comfortable, customized fit. An external audio jack lets you connect the shooting earmuff to an MP3 player, scanner or other audio source. The battery delivers approximately 350 hours of usage, and the automatic shut-off feature engages after 4 hours to help save battery life. All Howard Leight electronic earmuffs and safety eyewear are compatible for use with each other.
One Star
Product information
Color:Green | Pattern Name:EarmuffTechnical Details
| Manufacturer | Howard Leight |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 1013530 |
| Item Weight | 1.04 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 1 x 1 x 1 inches |
| Item model number | R - 01526 |
| Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. (included) |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Color | Green |
| Style | Earmuff |
| Material | ABS Plastic |
| Pattern | Earmuff |
| Power Source | Battery-powered |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Sound Level | 24 dB |
| Measurement System | English/Standard |
| Special Features | Noise Reduction Rating (NRR): 22 dB |
| Usage | Passive Protection |
| Included Components | 2-Aaa Batteries, Impact Sport Earmuffs, 3.5 Audio Connection Cord |
| Batteries Included? | Yes |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Battery Cell Type | Alkaline |
| Average Battery Life | 350 Hours |
Additional Information
| ASIN | B001T7QJ9O |
|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars37,354 ratings 4.7 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #510 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #3 in Hunting & Shooting Earmuffs #6 in Safety Earmuffs |
| Date First Available | September 14, 2004 |
Warranty & Support
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Product guides and documents
User Guide (PDF)Product Documentation (PDF)
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