ZQuiet Review | My Wife and I Both Tried ZQuiet for Snoring (2024)

Before I tried ZQuiet, I had already put more than a dozen other mouthpieces to the test. Although I found some good ones, none were my perfect fit.

ZQuiet is the one of the best mouthpieces I’ve tried to date, and a true standout that’s very effective and comfortable to wear. It’s also very reasonably priced.

Update: ZQuiet currently has a $10 Off coupon (SHQZC10)

If you’ve tried ZQuiet and can’t quite match the fit or don’t feel your snoring isn’t reduced as much as it could be, I recommend SnoreRx Plus, as it has a similar comfort profile but can then be further calibrated in 1mm increments to maximize your fit and snoring reduction.

The Mouthpiece that Doesn’t Really Act Like a Mouthpiece

Until this point, every mouthpiece I had tried was stationary. Although some were soft and streamlined, they held my jaw strictly in a forward position. So, talking with one when in my mouth was out of the question.

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Most mandibular advancement devices (MADs) are designed to just hold your jaw forward, so your tongue can’t collapse into your throat and cause an obstruction. I had been under the impression that a mouthpiece had to be hard and stationary to work. So, when I stumbled upon ZQuiet, I was definitely skeptical.

This thing is soft and flexible. Yes, truly flexible!

It has what is called “Living Hinge Technology.” When you look at the mouthpiece from the side you can see that the lower jaw extends forward.

However, it is flexible, so you can open and close your mouth, talk, and even sip water with it in. For the life of me, I couldn’t even comprehend how this thing was going to keep my jaw forward all night, if it was pliable enough to let me speak.

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The mouthpiece is crafted from a thermoplastic elastomer. It contains no BPA or latex, and it’s cleared by the United States Food and Drug Administration. ZQuiet is also made in America and accredited by the Better Business Bureau.

The material has been put through rigorous safety testing, and there are no acrylics used during production. It actually looks like it would be very comfortable, unlike some mouthpieces that cause you to cringe at the thought of putting them in your mouth.

You will also notice that ZQuiet has airflow posts. This ensures that you can’t completely close your mouth and block the airflow while you are asleep. This means that it is suitable for people who breathe through their mouth.

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My Experience

4.4

When I went to the site to order a ZQuiet for us (me and my wife), I was pretty surprised to discover that you actually get two mouthpieces when you oprder.

The two vary in lower jaw advancement, so if one doesn’t work, you are supposed to try the other one that has the lower jaw extended even more. Most mouthpieces have a fitting process, but this one doesn’t.

The site said it would be ready-to-use right out-of-the-box. Great, it’s flexible and one-size-fits-all! I had a little laugh over this combination, which you may be doing right now, too.

When the package arrived I couldn’t even wait for my wife to get home to open it with her. I was anxious to check it out. I took all four out of the box and cleaned them all using mild dish soap.

The mouthpieces felt soft and smooth, but what I found was that running them under warm water made them feel even softer. So, of course, my mind was filled with even more doubt. I was definitely mentally preparing to smash this mouthpiece with a devastating ZQuiet review.

When my wife got home, we both put one in. We agreed that they were as soft and comfortable as they look. We could still talk, and neither of us was drooling like we usually do when we try a new device.

Mine was, in fact, a perfect fit. My wife’s needed to be trimmed slightly with a pair of scissors (directions provided by the company for this situation). Then we just filed it a little to make it smooth again.

It was my night to let our senior dog out for his 2AM bathroom break. When my phone alarm went off, I was dead asleep. I actually felt like I had slept through the entire night and missed taking him out.

I must have been sleeping very soundly. My wife didn’t wake up, but she wasn’t completely silent either. There was a hint of snoring there, but nowhere near the sound that usually comes from her side of the bed (love ya, honey!).

In the morning, I felt amazing. The hinge of my jaw was a tad sore, but not nearly as sore as it usually is with a new device. Neither of us could believe this soft, flexible thing hadn’t fallen out in the middle of the night.

I told my wife she was snoring a little when I let the dog out. She seemed disappointed, so decided to try the other-sized mouthpiece. Despite the small amount of noise, she said she felt well-rested.

Our teenage son said he didn’t hear me snore at all, but he did hear his mom, only because I made too much noise letting the dog out, so he woke up.

The next night, I stuck with the same mouthpiece. I trimmed the other one for my wife, and I agreed to take the “dog shift” again, just so I could see if she was snoring. To my surprise, all was silent at 2 am.

We continued on with the two-week trial, but we actually kept wearing these beyond two weeks because we loved them. We did still want to try other mouthpieces, but we always came back to this one. It was our number one stop snoring mouthpiece.

Well, at least until we stumbled upon Good Morning Snore Solution (GMSS) a little later. That innovative creation became our preferred pick, and ZQuiet dropped to the number two position.

Pros and Cons

Let’s recap some of the highlights and lowlights of the ZQuiet. Although I am quite fond of it, it is important that you are aware of all the positive and negative points of the device to make an educated decision.

It’s definitely better than most, but I have a few complaints as well.

Positive Points

  • Medical grade material is soft and non-irritating, and doesn’t contain BPA or latex.
  • Living Hinge Technology makes the mouthpiece flexible, so you can move your mouth and speak while wearing it.
  • Airflow ports keep your mouth slightly open to allow adequate airflow while you sleep.
  • ZQuiet is designated a class II medical device by the FDA
  • Two mouthpieces are received, so if one does not work, you can try the second one that extends the jaw slightly farther.
  • No fitting process, and the soft material can easily be trimmed and filed, if it’s too big.
  • Easily cleaned with a toothbrush and dish soap.
  • Only payment and shipping is collected upfront, and then the $79.95 gets charged 35 days later, if you don’t return it.

Negative Points

  • One-size-fits-all won’t fit everyone. Although it can be cut and filed if it is too big, there isn’t an option if it’s too small.
  • Not recommended to wear with dentures or loose or weak teeth.
  • May cause jaw soreness, especially if you are not used to wearing an oral device.
  • According to other reviews (I read online), a number of customers feel it doesn’t have a long enough lifespan before it needs to be replaced.
  • If you return the device, shipping charges do not get refunded.

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ZQuiet

4.4

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Comfort4.5

Durability4.6

Easy to Clean4.0

Effectiveness4.5

Overall4.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

The soft, flexible design is unique about ZQuiet. If you have ever worn a mouthpiece and absolutely hated it, you’ll appreciate the way this one is designed.

It doesn’t feel like an invasive piece of plastic that locks your mouth in place. The material is smooth against your gums, and relative to other mouthpieces, takes up much less space.

Also, since it has airflow holes, you can wear it if you are a mouth breather. So if you have nasal polyps, a deviated septum, or sinuses, ZQuiet will allow adequate airflow through your mouth while you sleep.

I have allergies that flare up from time-to-time. So, if my nose is stuffy, I can’t wear my Good Morning Snore Solution. During these times, I wear ZQuiet, so I always have one of these mouthpieces as a backup.

Although ZQuiet is flexible, it is still an MAD, so it’s not a solution for individuals with dentures. The site doesn’t say anything about wearing it with bridgework, crowns, or loose or weak teeth, but I just can’t imagine it would be recommended.

If any of these apply to you, I would strongly suggest trying Good Morning Snore Solution. This device is actually a tongue stabilizing device.

It doesn’t sit inside your mouth, so it does not affect your teeth or any dental work inside your mouth. Instead of holding the jaw forward like ZQuiet, it works by holding the tongue forward, so your airway stays clear all night. It is very comfortable and effective.

Yes, it is theZQuiet Clean-Foaming Anti-Bacterial Cleaner for Dental Appliances. It is a 1.5 oz bottle, with a mint scent.

Cleaning and sanitizing your ZQuiet takes only 60 seconds with the pump, scrub, rinse method.TheZQuiet Clean is effective at killing 99.99% of bacteria on contact.

Considering you get two devices with your order, ZQuiet is moderately priced. The price is $79.95, but you don’t have to pay upfront to try it. Many stop snoring solutions have a money-back guarantee, but ZQuiet takes a different approach.

You pay $19 upfront to cover the shipping charges. Then, you have 30 days to try it. If it works for you, and you keep it, then you will be charged $79.95 on day 35.

If it doesn’t work for you, ship it back within 30 days, and your card won’t get charged. You can also insure your package for $1.99 extra. (I probably won’t updated this section regularly, so of course check the seller for final prices).

My Final Thoughts

I have been quite pleased with the results from the ZQuiet mouthpiece. As mentioned, I do still wear this mouthpiece when I travel or when my nose is stuffy from allergies and I can’t wear my Good Morning Snore Solution.

Update: Recently I have switched to the SnoreRx Plus, because its comfort is similar and the additional calibration completely eliminates my snoring.

The material and design are comfortable. The Living Hinge Technology does what it says, and the product did stop my snoring, so I could sleep soundly. It is moderately priced, and since only shipping charges are paid up-front, you essentially try it for 30 days for $19.

However, you do need to make sure you send it back within the allocated time period, if you are unhappy, or your card will be charged. Overall, I still recommend ZQuiet as an effective stop snoring solution.

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FAQs

Does ZQuiet actually help sleep apnea? ›

The ZQuiet Mouthpiece is designed to eliminate or reduce simple snoring, which is snoring that's not caused or accompanied by more serious conditions like obstructive sleep apnea. The ZQuiet device may also help people who grind their teeth by keeping their upper and lower jaws separated.

What is the number 1 anti snoring device? ›

The CustMbite Snoring System is also an industry leader when it comes to comfort. With a slim, thin, “barely there” design, you'll hardly notice yourself wearing this mouthguard as you drift off to sleep.

What are the side effects of the ZQuiet? ›

Some people might not experience any side effects, but others could encounter minor tooth or jaw soreness, or drooling. These experiences diminish over time with consistent use. Commit to an adjustment period to enjoy a peaceful night's sleep.

Which ZQuiet should I get? ›

Size-1 provides just a little bit of jaw advancement and that may be all that's required to stop your snoring. Size-2 provides a little bit more advancement to open that airway if it's required. If you're new to ZQuiet we always recommend that you get our two-size starter pack and begin with size one.

Does anything really work to stop snoring? ›

Many people can reduce or eliminate snoring by sleeping on their side, wearing a nasal strip, or using a mouthpiece. Weight loss, mouth exercises, quitting smoking, and avoiding alcohol can help as well. Although surgery should be viewed as a last resort, it is also known to reduce snoring.

Do mouthpieces really work to stop snoring? ›

Snorers often find relief using mouthpieces designed to reduce snoring. These devices, also called mouthguards, reduce snoring by expanding the airway, holding the tongue in place, or, in some cases, both.

What is best to stop snoring? ›

To prevent or quiet snoring, try these tips:
  • If you're overweight, lose weight. ...
  • Sleep on your side. ...
  • Raise the head of your bed. ...
  • Nasal strips or an external nasal dilator. ...
  • Treat nasal congestion or obstruction. ...
  • Limit or avoid alcohol and sedatives. ...
  • Quit smoking. ...
  • Get enough sleep.
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What is the best over the counter for snoring? ›

According to online reviews, the best anti-snoring systems are as follows:
  • Best Overall: Breathe Right Nasal Strips for Congestion Relief.
  • Best Budget: Snorepin Anti Snoring Aid.
  • Best for the Nose: Theravent Snore Therapy.
  • Best Drops: Banyan Botanicals Nasya Oil.
  • Best Pillow: Bed Wedge FitPlus Premium Wedge Pillow.

What is the success rate of ZQuiet? ›

ZQuiet Mouthpiece Questions. How well do oral mouthpieces like ZQuiet work? Mouthpieces that move the lower jaw forward to treat snoring have been widely used for decades and clinical tests have shown a success rate of over 90% in reducing snoring.

Is ZQuiet bad for your jaw? ›

Bad news: causes major jaw and tooth pain. Over the past couple of years, I've noticed that I have begun snoring, and over time it has increased dramatically.

How long does it take for ZQuiet to work? ›

How long after starting use does the ZQuiet Breathe take effect? You should notice the increased airflow immediately.

What is the difference between ZQuiet 1 and 2? ›

SIZE 1 - Has less jaw advancement. Recommended if you have an overbite (lower front teeth sit behind the upper front teeth) or have a normal bite with light to moderate snoring. SIZE 2 - Has more jaw advancement.

Does ZQuiet help with clenching? ›

It will protect your teeth from clenching and grinding while you sleep.

Can you use ZQuiet with no teeth? ›

A: NO, it is made for your teeth to fit into the grooves to hold you lower jaw forward.

Do mouth guards work for sleep apnea? ›

Oral appliances help people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) get a better night's rest. They can eliminate or reduce excess snoring, too. Ask your healthcare provider about using an oral appliance if you're finding it hard to use a CPAP machine consistently. In some cases, you may need to stick with a CPAP.

Do adjustable beds really help with sleep apnea? ›

Some people have decreased apnea if they have the head of their bed slightly elevated. This can be accomplished by using a sleep wedge pillow, which is a ramp of foam that is highest at the head of the bed. In some cases, an adjustable bed can be used to raise the head enough to eliminate snoring and help apnea.

What really works for sleep apnea? ›

A breathing device, such as a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine, is the most common treatment for sleep apnea.

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