I really love these ear muffs. I have had them for a few days and have used them in a loud work environment and they cut out all the noises that are associated with hearing loss (loud diesel engines and piercing radio transmissions). I've used a band saw, cement cutter and a chainsaw and can hardly hear them. Voices are dim as well. These do NOT have the feature that allows you to push a button and briefly (10 seconds) hear what's going on in the room or surrounding vicinity. You have to pull the muff off your ear to hear things. I would have liked to have had a button for that feature (maybe on the other side / hint hint to 3M)!
I'm very impressed with the comfort they provide. They aren't too tight and they protect the ears nicely. I didn't get the ones with the ear gel, but the surface around the ear is smooth and comfortable. They are adjustable so one size pretty much fits all. I wear a size 8 in ball caps (big melon) and they fit fine. When adjusted for smaller folks (my wife) they are just as comfortable. I would have liked the wires that run from the ear muffs up into the over head strap to be a bit more discreet and out of the way (from getting caught on something) but again, no deal breaker. I have since used electrician's tape on them to secure the wires.
I am working in 100 degree temps right now and so far I've not had an issue with sweat in or around the ears or on my scalp. The device came fully charged and so far it's remained at full power after several days' use. I have taken a number of calls and they are crystal clear with the caller telling me that the microphone works awesome. It comes with a USB charge cable (not the charger) which can be plugged into any standard USB plug. The opposite end of the cable fits my android phone and other devices so it's versatile. When charging, there's a flashing blue light on the side below the power button that goes solid blue when they are fully charged. Doesn't take too long to charge up -- though I've not run them down -- and I do it daily. Don't make the mistake of leaving them on a charger well past the point that they're charged because (in my experience) this can reduce battery life.
I tested the distance from my blue-tooth device (in the same room) and found that when I am about 40 feet away, the signal fades, but for pairing with something like an MP3 or a phone it's pretty efficient. In my tri-level home it fades out at 20 feet and when I'm upstairs and it's downstairs, the signal is gone. I've used it with both a cell phone and MP3 and the music is clear. If you're an audiophile, you'll be slightly disappointed as you won't get the heavy bass and the highs, but for basic listening purposes (driving or studying) it's pretty damned nice. I listen to a lot of classical guitar music and progressive jazz and so far it's no disappointment. I really like using them to doze off to sleep for a nap.
You'll have to adjust the volume on your blue-tooth device to change the listening level in the ear muffs, but I DO like only having one button. Once you get the sequence down (to shuffle music/answer a call) it's a snap. It's nice because I use thick work gloves and the button protrudes just enough to make it easy when using them. Music stops when a call comes in and you hear a phone ring and all you have to do is press the button once to answer -- same thing to disconnect. You can reject the call by pressing the button and holding it. If you're listening to an MP3 you can use the forward/back or pause/play sequence by pushing that one button. One press is pause, two presses is advancing one song, three presses is backing up one song. Pretty simple! You cannot control playlists or switching between albums/artists with the button. That can only be done on the blue tooth device.
This was an inexpensive and practical purchase for me and something I should get a LOT of use out of -- especially since other users have already posted that their muffs have given them years of service. Want something that will blend well in your work environment and provide hands-free music and calls? This is it.
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| Price | $81.20 | $99.08 | — no data | $19.99 | $35.00 |
| Bluetooth Wireless Technology | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | no data | no data |
| Ear Cushions | Premium gel ear cushions | Soft, padded ear cushions | Soft, padded ear cushions | Replacement ear cushions for 3M WorkTunes Connnect + AM/FM | no data |
| Make & Receive Phone Calls | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | no data | no data |
| High-Fidelity Speakers | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | no data | no data |
| AM/FM Radio | no data | ✓ | no data | no data | no data |
| Audio Assist/Voice Assist | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | no data | no data |
| Audio Input Jack | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | no data | no data |
| Battery | Built-in rechargeable battery/low-battery indicator | AA batteries/low-battery indicator/ optional lithium battery pack | Built-in rechargeable battery/low-battery indicator | no data | Optional lithium battery pack for 3M WorkTunes Connnect + AM/FM |
| Headband | Compatible with hats & caps/vented headband | Compatible with hats & caps/vented headband | Compatible with hats & caps/vented headband | no data | no data |
| Noise Reduction Rating | 23dB | 24dB | 24dB | no data | no data |
Lawn-Mowing Just Got a Soundtrack
The 3M WorkTunes Connect + AM/FM Hearing Protector is a total game-changer for yard work. I threw these on while mowing the lawn, and not only did they block out the deafening roar of the mower, but they also gave me crisp, clear audio for my favorite tunes and podcasts. The Bluetooth connection is solid, and the built-in AM/FM radio is a nice bonus if you’re in the mood for some old-school station flipping. They’re comfortable enough to wear for hours, and the hearing protection is no joke—my ears didn’t feel like they’d been through a war zone after I was done. If your lawnmower time feels like punishment, these make it way more enjoyable. They’re practical, easy to use, and durable enough to keep up with whatever chaos your yard throws at you. Highly recommend!
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- Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2020Size: WorkTunes ConnectStyle: Worktunes Connect BluetoothVerified Purchase
- Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2025Size: WorkTunes ConnectStyle: Worktunes Connect BluetoothVerified Purchase
- Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2025Size: WorkTunes ConnectStyle: Worktunes Connect BluetoothVerified Purchase
- Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2025Size: Connect+ AM/FM with Bluetooth TechnologyStyle: Worktunes Connect Am/Fm + BluetoothVerified Purchase
The Worktunes takes regular AA batteries -this is a huge plus & rare plus these days. I have rechargeable AA lithium batteries, that when they go bad, I can just buy a new set. Also, you can buy a rechargeable lithium ion battery pack for the Worktunes, if you want to -I wouldn't do this myself, why should I, when I can use my own AA rechargeables, or AA alkalines for much cheaper. A lot of other hearing protection have rechargeable non-replaceable lithium, or a proprietary replaceable lithium rechargeable that the seller promises they will sell/give to you, good luck with that, no thanks.
I returned another hearing protection, kept the 3M Worktunes.
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2025
The Worktunes volume control is excellent, the other hearing protection I returned was wonky control. Some people say the Worktunes sound is too quiet, seems plenty loud enough to me, no complaints there, maybe hard of hearing, not judging. I used it with my snow blower, connected to my phone via bluetooth, rock on!!
The Worktunes uses a standard micro USB cable, for recharging (note: it does not come with the rechargeable battery pack, you have to purchase it separately). The 3.5mm jack & USB port are protected by a rubber cover -which is good. The other hearing protection I returned did not have a cover, and without a cover, sawdust, grime, etc. is going to get in there.
The Worktunes manual is 16 pages of detailed information on the operation, as well as the safety of the hearing protection -professional & trusting, as I would expect from 3M. The protection I returned, just 2 pages, with minimal safety verbiage.
The Worktunes has a large "click wheel", and for bluetooth & AM/FM, click/turn once clockwise for next track, click once counter clockwise for previous track, simple, I like it.
The click wheel is meh for AM/FM. It clicks through "even " stations in the U.S.A, -which is a useless waste of time, example clicking 4 times clockwise in FM:
91.3 (start at)
91.4 click 1
91.5 click 2
91.6 click 3
91.7 click 4
In U.S.A there is never a 91.4, or a 91.6, so you are wasting time clicking through these "useless stations".
Last night I made a belt out of old watches, that was a waist of time for sure.
Get your mad click skilz ready, cuz you're gonna do a lot of it.
The software should sense that if you click/turn quickly, that it should like skip ahead to stations like every 5 stations per click, so you're not wasting time, and when you slow down the clicks, it clicks every decimal point.
Currently it clicks every decimal point, and it's not a great design.
If you replace the batteries, bye bye presets, so the other reviews say. I only listen to bluetooth, so I didn't test this, cut me some slack jack, don't have a boring tuna, don't have a boring life.
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- LucasReviewed in Canada on May 30, 2025
Lasted me 7 years (40hrs a week use)
Size: Connect+ AM/FM with Bluetooth TechnologyStyle: Worktunes Connect Am/Fm + BluetoothVerified Purchase - alexReviewed in the United Kingdom on December 22, 2021
Perfect mix of headphones and ear defenders
Size: WorkTunes ConnectStyle: Worktunes Connect BluetoothVerified Purchase - Dean VassalliReviewed in Australia on August 8, 2021
Good cost, good quality!
Size: WorkTunes ConnectStyle: Worktunes Connect BluetoothVerified Purchase - Mubasher MahboobReviewed in the United Arab Emirates on April 10, 2023
Sound quality is high quality HIFI
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RobinssReviewed in Spain on December 25, 2021
comodidad y sin ruidos.
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