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# **putty ear plugs**

**Worth a look**

Shows demand growing +152.6% this quarter, but a failed launch gate (market size, growth, or returns) keeps it on the watch list.

Market size 19Growth 96Conversion 78Competition 47Returns 84Price range 35Avg price 46Brand share 54Review moat 26Quality gap 70

**Growth**

**Incredible****+152.6%**

90-day search growth — must beat 0% to launch

**Returns**

**Great****1.6%**

return rate — above 6% kills the launch gate

**Conversion**

**Great****7.6%**

search→purchase rate — share of searches ending in a sale

**Quality gap**

**Good****4.3★**

avg incumbent rating — lower means beatable quality

**Brand share**

**Good****72%**

top-5 brand share — brands hold most of the demand

**Competition**

**Okay****57%**

top-5 click share — leaders hold, buyers still browse

**Avg price**

**Okay****$11.46**

avg listing price — sweet spot $15–$100

**Price range**

**Okay****$2.52–$21.86**

cheapest to priciest tracked listing — scored on the share inside $15–$100

**Review moat**

**Okay****3,911.92**

avg incumbent reviews — the moat a new listing must climb

**Market size**

**Bad****$77K**

$77K/yr · 88K searches

## **Competition**

The top 5 products take 57% of clicks — established leaders, but buyers still shop beyond them.

**Brands**

**16 **▲rising

**Sellers**

**30**

**Top-5 brand share**

**72%**

**Open market**

**24%**

- WaterDam24% - Mack's17% - FNGXX14% - Putty Buddies12% - Hearprotek6% - YUHENGLE4%

## **Product shelf**

Each bubble is one product — market share against review moat; bubble size tracks estimated sales, color grades how beatable the incumbent looks.

0%10%$8K20%$15K30%$23K40%$31K101001K10K100K Reviews — right = deep review moatMarket share (90d) ≈ est. sales

Beatable (≤4.3★) Contested Strong incumbent (>4.7★)

All 24 tracked products in this niche — three views at once, no toggling.

### **Top sellers**

by 90-day click share

[1![WaterDam A-Series Swimming Ear Plugs Ultra Comfy Great Waterproof Earplugs (Mixed Sizes Size 1A+1: Toddler Little Kids 10m-6yrs & ExtraSmall Ear Women&Teens)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Umf82TsVL.jpg)**WaterDam A-Series Swimming Ear Plugs Ultra Comfy Great Waterproof Earplugs (Mixed Sizes Size 1A+1: Toddler Little Kids 10m-6yrs & ExtraSmall Ear Women&Teens)**WaterDam**$13.94**4.3★13,201 rev](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C3B6MMZZ) [2![Kids Swimming Ear Plugs 3 Pairs Waterproof Reusable Silicone Child Swim Earplugs for Swimming Surfing Bathing Showering Small Children Water Ear Plugs Suitable for Boys and Girls (Kids 4-12 Years Old)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41XYnFxw1fL.jpg)**Kids Swimming Ear Plugs 3 Pairs Waterproof Reusable Silicone Child Swim Earplugs for Swimming Surfing Bathing Showering Small Children Water Ear Plugs Suitable for Boys and Girls (Kids 4-12 Years Old)**FNGXX**$12.41**4.4★7,438 rev](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQNV2HN6) [3![Macks Soft Moldable Silicone Putty Ear Plugs Kids Size 15 Pair Comfortable Small Earplugs for Swimming Bathing Travel Loud Events and Flying | Made in USA](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/513Bwq+DSSL.jpg)**Macks Soft Moldable Silicone Putty Ear Plugs Kids Size 15 Pair Comfortable Small Earplugs for Swimming Bathing Travel Loud Events and Flying | Made in USA**Mack's**$10.06**4.5★1,804 rev](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083QR9Y1C) [4![Macks Soft Moldable Silicone Putty Ear Plugs - Kids Size 6 Pair - Comfortable Small Earplugs for Swimming Bathing Travel Loud Events and Flying | Made in USA](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51rX1BWgg-L.jpg)**Macks Soft Moldable Silicone Putty Ear Plugs - Kids Size 6 Pair - Comfortable Small Earplugs for Swimming Bathing Travel Loud Events and Flying | Made in USA**Mack's**$2.52**4.4★6,325 rev](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007P8CZS0) [5![Earvolution Floating Putty Buddies Swim Earplugs - Doctor-Invented Made in USA Moldable Premium Silicone Plugs Help Prevent Swimmers Ear 10 Pair Pack - Assorted](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51kvf-9ZAsL.jpg)**Earvolution Floating Putty Buddies Swim Earplugs - Doctor-Invented Made in USA Moldable Premium Silicone Plugs Help Prevent Swimmers Ear 10 Pair Pack - Assorted**Putty Buddies**$21.86**4.6★1,359 rev](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071YJ4HGC)

**~~View all top sellers →~~**

### **Newest**

by launch date

[![Aegend New Kids 2 Pack Wide View Swim Goggles Anti-Fog/UV No Leak Goggles with Ear Plugs Kids 3-14](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41atnI5E8mL.jpg)**Aegend New Kids 2 Pack Wide View Swim Goggles Anti-Fog/UV No Leak Goggles with Ear Plugs Kids 3-14**Aegend**$14.25**326 rev8mo ago](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FKHCXSKN) [![Aegend New Kids 2 Pack Wide View Swim Goggles Anti-Fog/UV No Leak Goggles with Ear Plugs Kids 3-14](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41dGzEmNYML.jpg)**Aegend New Kids 2 Pack Wide View Swim Goggles Anti-Fog/UV No Leak Goggles with Ear Plugs Kids 3-14**Aegend**$14.07**326 rev8mo ago](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FKHFZ6PY) [![Peace&Quiet PQ Wax Ear Plugs for Sleep Kids Size Moldable Wax Ear Plugs for Small Ears - Waterproof Swim&Sleep Ear Protection Noise Reduction - Sound Blocking 32 Db (20 Pillows)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51arXVgriXL.jpg)**Peace&Quiet PQ Wax Ear Plugs for Sleep Kids Size Moldable Wax Ear Plugs for Small Ears - Waterproof Swim&Sleep Ear Protection Noise Reduction - Sound Blocking 32 Db (20 Pillows)**Peace&Quiet**$14.02**246 rev9mo ago](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FRFP8H17) [![Earvolution Floating Putty Buddies Swim Earplugs - Doctor-Invented Made in USA Moldable Premium Silicone Plugs Help Prevent Swimmers Ear 3 Pair Pack - Hot Pink](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51DFYOOqiYL.jpg)**Earvolution Floating Putty Buddies Swim Earplugs - Doctor-Invented Made in USA Moldable Premium Silicone Plugs Help Prevent Swimmers Ear 3 Pair Pack - Hot Pink**Putty Buddies**$9.98**5,032 rev1y ago](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F6PGT2FV) [![Waterproof Ear Plugs for Swimming Kids - 4 Pairs Reusable Silicone Swimming Ear Plugs for Children Ages 4-14 Keep Ear Water Out Surfing Bathing Water Sports](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/519ri+hdEkL.jpg)**Waterproof Ear Plugs for Swimming Kids - 4 Pairs Reusable Silicone Swimming Ear Plugs for Children Ages 4-14 Keep Ear Water Out Surfing Bathing Water Sports**HIGAHY**$9.13**2,269 rev1y ago](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DYN9CZ6R)

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### **Trending**

90-day click momentum

[![Aegend New Kids 2 Pack Wide View Swim Goggles Anti-Fog/UV No Leak Goggles with Ear Plugs Kids 3-14](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41atnI5E8mL.jpg)**Aegend New Kids 2 Pack Wide View Swim Goggles Anti-Fog/UV No Leak Goggles with Ear Plugs Kids 3-14**Aegend**$14.25**4.5★**▲ 98%**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FKHCXSKN) [![SANOHRA Swim Ear Plugs for Kids and Small Ear Canals Waterproof Ear Protection to Keep Water Out Reusable Comfortable Earplugs for Swimming Pool & Shower](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41tdYfvi7AL.jpg)**SANOHRA Swim Ear Plugs for Kids and Small Ear Canals Waterproof Ear Protection to Keep Water Out Reusable Comfortable Earplugs for Swimming Pool & Shower**SANOHRA**$11.32**4.0★**▲ 97%**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B085HMB3M2) [![Peace&Quiet PQ Wax Ear Plugs for Sleep Kids Size Moldable Wax Ear Plugs for Small Ears - Waterproof Swim&Sleep Ear Protection Noise Reduction - Sound Blocking 32 Db (20 Pillows)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51arXVgriXL.jpg)**Peace&Quiet PQ Wax Ear Plugs for Sleep Kids Size Moldable Wax Ear Plugs for Small Ears - Waterproof Swim&Sleep Ear Protection Noise Reduction - Sound Blocking 32 Db (20 Pillows)**Peace&Quiet**$14.02**4.2★**▲ 97%**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FRFP8H17) [![Aegend New Kids 2 Pack Wide View Swim Goggles Anti-Fog/UV No Leak Goggles with Ear Plugs Kids 3-14](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41dGzEmNYML.jpg)**Aegend New Kids 2 Pack Wide View Swim Goggles Anti-Fog/UV No Leak Goggles with Ear Plugs Kids 3-14**Aegend**$14.07**4.5★**▲ 95%**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FKHFZ6PY) [![Earvolution Original Ear Band-It Swimming Headband American Brand Doctor-Invented - for Kids & Adults - Sensory-Friendly - Keep Ears Dry & Prevent Swimmers Ear Holds Earplugs In (Magenta Medium)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/415HH8aBsuL.jpg)**Earvolution Original Ear Band-It Swimming Headband American Brand Doctor-Invented - for Kids & Adults - Sensory-Friendly - Keep Ears Dry & Prevent Swimmers Ear Holds Earplugs In (Magenta Medium)**Ear Band-It**$16.13**4.2★**▲ 84%**](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003TGRBNG)

**~~View all trending →~~**

## **Demand & seasonality**

Weekly Amazon search volume, last 104 weeks — +152.6% search growth over the last 90 days.

5K3KBlack Friday '24Spike '25Spike '26 seasonSepDecMarJunAugNovMarMay

Peak months: Apr, May, Jun, Jul · busiest ÷ quietest = 7.7×

## **Reviews**

What buyers praise and complain about, mined from review topics.

### **What buyers love **

**Size-Overall**17%

*“These fit snugly”*

**Quality-Overall**11%

*“Good quality”*

**Ear Hygiene**9%

*“Good form to your ear”*

**Ease Of Use**8%

*“Easy to put in and work great”*

**Comfort-Overall**8%

*“They are comfortable”*

**Advertised Vs Actual Product**8%

*“As advertised”*

**Water Resistance**6%

*“effective for water protection”*

**Value For Money**4%

*“they were very affordable”*

**Durability**3%

*“Cute and Durable”*

**Efficiency**2%

*“Works great, keeps water out and plugs stay in the ears while swimming”*

### **What buyers complain about **

**Size-Overall**17%

*“they seemed a bit big for him”*

**Functionality-Overall**14%

*“Not effective”*

**Water Resistance**11%

*“they still kept allowing water to get through”*

**Durability**8%

*“They fall easily”*

**Adhesion/Stickiness**7%

*“They are very sticky”*

**Pain Relief-Overall**5%

*“they got stuck in her ear that we had to go to a doctor to get them out they caused lots of pain”*

**Quality-Overall**4%

*“Garbage”*

**Ease Of Use**2%

*“come off/move too easily so that kind of defeats the reason I even bought them”*

**Leak-Proof**2%

*“end up leaking”*

**Age Suitability**2%

*“Not for toddler”*

### **Top return reasons **

**Size-Overall**68%

**Functionality-Overall**7%

**Comfort-Overall**3%

**Value For Money**3%

**Water Resistance**3%

**Advertised Vs Actual Product**3%

**Adhesion/Stickiness**3%

**Quality-Overall**2%

**Age Suitability**1%

**Material Quality**1%