The 4 Best Anti-Snoring Devices of 2022 (2023)

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Vosaro Anti-Snoring Chin Strap keeps the mouth closed to prevent snoring and is comfortable thanks to the neoprene material. Breathe Right Nasal Strips are another expert-approved pick that are easy to find in drugstores and don't require as massive change to your nighttime routine.

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If your snoring isn’t related to your nose or nasal congestion, a chin strap is a good choice for stopping the cause of snoring, i.e. all that air rumbling up and down the back of your throat when your mouth falls open while you sleep. By keeping your mouth closed, a chin strap stops the noisy passage of air and eliminates snoring.

We chose the Vosaro Anti-Snoring Chin Strap, in particular, because it’s fully adjustable for a comfortable fit, it’s made with soft, stretchy, breathable material, and can even be used along with a CPAP device for people who snore due to sleep apnea. It won’t work well for people who snore because of nasal congestion, but if you’re a regular mouth snorer and you hate the idea of wearing an oral appliance to sleep, a chin strap is a good compromise.

Price at time of publish: $15

Dr. Dimitriu says a blocked nasal passage can definitely be a contributing factor to snoring: “If a constricted nasal passage can be opened by the use of [nasal strips or stents], it may mitigate an individual’s snoring.”

There are a lot of nasal strips on the market and the right one for you often comes down to fit and comfort; you may need a larger or smaller size than the average person, or prefer a more flexible, fabric strip over a plastic one. That said, we like the Breathe Right Lavender Nasal Strips thanks to their ease of use (these are made for sensitive skin, so they’re a breeze to remove) and the infusion of lavender, which is known to have a sedating effect on the nervous system and has a legitimate track record for improving sleep outcomes when inhaled.

We also like that buying a box of Breathe Right strips isn’t a huge commitment—you can use them every night if you need to, but you can also just throw one on when you have a cold or your allergies flare up and you need extra help breathing easy at night.

Price at time of publish: $27

One of the reasons people snore is because of their oral anatomy, says Dr. Dimitriu, who says that if someone snores but does not have any nasal congestion, the problem is more likely to be with the throat or tongue. Mandibular advancement devices (MADs) can help by pushing the lower jaw forward and keeping your airway clear, which the American Thoracic Society says may reduce or eliminate the snoring sound.

If you think your snoring is caused by your throat or tongue rather than your nasal passages, Dr. Dalal suggests trying SnoreRx to help you keep your jaw in the proper position while you sleep: “This oral device fits like a mouthguard on the top and bottom rows of the teeth, with a mechanism to place traction on the bottom jaw to pull it forward slightly and help open the airway.”

While these aren’t necessarily the most comfortable options out there, SnoreRx is customizable to your bite; made of copolymer plastic, the device is first boiled, to soften the material, and then placed inside your mouth so you can create an impression of your teeth for an individualized fit. SnoreRx also allows you to adjust the position of your jaw one millimeter at a time until you find the fit that reduces your snoring. The device features easy-to-read measurement settings so you know how much or how little to adjust. It’s also FDA-approved for use in reducing snoring.

One note: these devices are sold OTC, but you can also get a custom-made one through your dentist, which Dr. Schwartz says may make it more comfortable to wear each night: “The more comfortable it is, the more likely you are to wear it, which also means the more likely you are to be treated.”

The OTC varieties are affordable and may work when set up appropriately, he adds, but you’re on your own when it comes to fit (and you should always let your dentist know if you’re using one of the OTC devices so they can keep an eye out for problems).

Price at time of publish: $60

Although snoring is less common in side sleepers, no one is immune, especially if your snoring is caused by nasal congestion. The MedCline Shoulder Relief Wedge and Body Pillow System solves the logistical problems associated with side sleeping and the airflow ones: it’s designed to raise you up just enough to sleep comfortably on one side without putting excess pressure on that shoulder, and also includes a wedge pillow, which prevents the awkward collapse of the throat that often leads to snoring, keeping your neck and spine in perfect alignment as you sleep.

We also love that the system features an “arm pocket” for placing that one troublesome arm that’s always in the way, and enough support for your knees to ensure you’ll wake up refreshed and pain-free in every possible way. It’s a pricey investment compared to the other interventions on this list, but it does qualify for coverage under many health savings plans, so you may be able to avoid paying out-of-pocket.

Price at time of publish: $270

Final Verdict

People who snore because of mouth-related issues may find that an apparatus like the Vosaro Anti-Snoring Chin Strap helps to resolve a lot of their problems—like sleeping with an open mouth or a displaced jaw position—without creating others, like the possible discomfort of sleeping with an oral mouthpiece. But it won’t work well for people who snore because of congestion, so if that’s you, we recommend Breathe Right Lavender Nasal Strips for an easy (and instantly relaxing!) way to open up nasal passages and sleep better.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How do anti-snoring devices work?

  Snoring is the result of turbulent airflow and vibrations in the soft tissues of the upper airway, says Kevin Motz, MD, assistant professor of otolaryngology and director of sleep surgery at Johns Hopkins Medicine. The devices are aimed at increasing airflow, stiffening the upper airway, or reducing turbulent airflow, which occurs if the tissue has become narrow and collapsed. "These work by dilating the airway in some manner, or preventing what we call flow limitation," Dr. Motz says.
  

• How effective are anti-snoring devices?

  "They can be moderately effective in reducing snoring," says Dr. Motz. "There are a handful of approaches that can be taken." These may be as simple as encouraging someone to sleep on their side or may be more complex. "Chin straps try to keep the jaw shut," he says. "A mouth guard or oral appliance, which tends to be for treatment of sleep apnea as well, pulls the jaw forward and opens up space for breathing, so that turbulent airflow or vibration of the soft pallet doesn't happen."

  But snoring can be a sign of sleep apnea, and if this is severe, the person should be evaluated to make sure that there is no evidence of this, Dr. Motz says.

• Can you use multiple types of anti-snoring devices at once?

  "It depends on what length that somebody wants to go," Dr. Motz says. "I would say that most people who are snoring loudly enough to be disruptive should probably consider a sleep study, or at least an evaluation to assess their risk of obstructive sleep apnea." Still, if this is not an issue, there is nothing to preclude you from trying several of these. "They're fairly safe and noninvasive," Dr. Motz says.

• Are there any anti-snoring devices unsafe for children?

  Dr. Motz advises against treating snoring in a child with over-the-counter devices without some guidance from a medical professional. "There are very different criteria for assessing sleep apnea in children, and snoring in children can be more impactful in their day-to-day function and cognitive development," he says.

• How much do anti-snoring devices cost?

  Since there isn't a one-size-fits-all product for snoring, the price can range from under $20 for breathing strips to several hundred dollars to more complex pillows or machines. Our best overall product, a chin strap, was $15 at time of publish, but we also recommend more expensive mouth guards and pillows. You should speak with a sleep doctor or specialist to rule out sleep apnea before spending money on any anti-snoring devices.

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