Which is better for shooting alone at an indoor range?

The Howard Leight. It has a 21 dB NRR, 5x amplification and costs $51.99 at eBay as of November 3, 2026. The Earmor's boom mic adds nothing when you are not on a radio.

Which is better for team communication?

The Earmor M32 Plus. Its detachable boom mic and 4-pin NATO plug work with compatible PTT adapters and radios. The Howard Leight has Bluetooth only, with no radio connection.

Which lasts longer on a charge?

The Earmor, at up to 60 hours on two AAA batteries. The Howard Leight uses a rechargeable lithium-ion pack and does not publish runtime. Both shut off after 4 hours idle.

Is the Earmor worth the extra $37?

Only if you need the mic and radio plug. For hearing protection and music, the Howard Leight does the job for less. The Earmor adds IPX5 water resistance and lighter weight.

Can left-handed shooters use the Earmor mic?

No. The boom mic mounts on the left earpiece only, and there is no connection on the right. Left-handed shooters should pick the Howard Leight or another headset.

Which is more comfortable for long wear?

The Earmor is lighter at 400 g with silicone gel pads. The Howard Leight weighs 565 g with standard foam cushions. Fit varies by head shape, so try both if you can.

Howard Leight Impact Sport Bluetooth Shooting Ear Muffs vs EARMOR M32 Plus

Buy the Howard Leight Impact Sport Bluetooth if you want wireless audio and a rechargeable battery for the range at the lowest price: $51.99 at eBay as of November 3, 2026. Buy the Earmor M32 Plus if you need a boom mic and radio push-to-talk for team communication: $89.00 at Earmor USA as of November 3, 2026. The Howard Leight costs about $37 less and adds Bluetooth, but the Earmor adds a detachable mic, a NATO plug and IPX5 water resistance.

Today the Howard Leight Impact Sport Bluetooth Shooting Ear Muffs costs $37.01 less at its best price.

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