Alpine PartyPlug review

Alpine PartyPlug is the lowest-cost way onto this list at $16.95, and it is still a proper filtered earplug rather than a foam plug. Alpine says the music filter reduces harmful noise by 19 dB while letting you hear the music and talk with friends. The current version adds three tip sizes (S, M and L), a wider grip on the filter so it is easier to pull out, and a sturdier bullet-style case that clips onto keys. Alpine publishes a full attenuation table on the product page, which shows less reduction in the bass and more in the upper mids, so the sound is less even than Etymotic's. Alpine itself scores the PartyPlug's music filter 2 out of 5 against its pricier PartyPlug Pro and Tune models. For a few shows a year, though, the price, the 100-day satisfaction guarantee and free US delivery on orders over $20 make it an easy buy.

Who it is for

Budget buyers and occasional concertgoers who want a filter plug for under $20.

Price

$16.95 per pair.

Delivered in 3-5 business days PartyPlug $16.95
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 7, 2026.

Key features

• Music filter that reduces harmful noise by 19 dB
• Three tip sizes (S, M, L)
• Wider grip filter for easier handling
• Bullet-style carrying case that clips to a keychain
• CE certified and ANSI tested

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Cheapest pick on this list
• Strength: Three tip sizes in the box
• Strength: 100-day satisfaction guarantee and free US delivery over $20
• Weakness: Alpine rates its music filter 2 out of 5 against its pricier models
• Weakness: Single filter strength
• Weakness: Reduction is lighter in the low frequencies than in the highs

Key facts

• Price: $16.95
• Reduction: 19 dB
• Tip sizes: 3 (S, M, L)
• Certification: CE certified, ANSI tested

Where it ranks

Alpine PartyPlug is No. 4 in our Best Earplugs for Concerts verdict.