Anti-snoring devices, honestly compared

A soft, hinged mouthpiece that holds the lower jaw slightly forward. Comes with two sizes so you can step up the jaw advancement gradually. No boil-and-bite moulding.

Best for

Mouth and jaw snorers who want something they can use the first night.

Watch out

The hinge lets your mouth open, so heavy mouth-breathers may still snore.

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Boil-and-bite mouthpiece with an adjustable jaw-advancement screw, so you can fine-tune how far forward the lower jaw sits.

Best for

Jaw snorers who want adjustability and a moulded fit.

Watch out

Moulding takes a few minutes and a little patience to get right.

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A boil-and-bite mouthpiece moulded to your teeth, with adjustable jaw advancement so you can set how far forward your lower jaw sits.

Best for

Jaw snorers who want a moulded, adjustable fit, including people with larger jaws.

Watch out

A firmer, more structured device than soft hinged designs, and it needs moulding before first use.

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Low-profile boil-and-bite mouthpiece, with a smaller size designed for women and smaller jaws.

Best for

People who found other mouthpieces too bulky.

Watch out

Not adjustable once moulded, so the fit has to be right the first time.

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Compact boil-and-bite mouthpiece with adjustable straps (five settings) that control how far forward your lower jaw sits. Noticeably smaller in the mouth than most.

Best for

Jaw snorers who prioritise comfort and a small device.

Watch out

A premium price, around $150, compared with most mouthpieces.

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A tongue-stabilising device: it gently holds the tongue forward with suction instead of moving the jaw.

Best for

Tongue snorers, and people with dental work that makes jaw devices uncomfortable.

Watch out

Needs clear nasal breathing, and the sensation takes some getting used to.

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A soft, adjustable dilator that sits just inside the nostrils to hold them open. Reusable for several nights.

Best for

Nose snorers with narrow or congested nasal passages.

Watch out

Won't help if the snoring comes from the throat or jaw. The starter pack helps you find your size.

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Adhesive strips across the bridge of the nose that gently lift the nostrils open from the outside.

Best for

A cheap, low-commitment first test for nose snorers.

Watch out

Single use, and the adhesive can irritate sensitive skin.

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A pillow insert that listens for snoring and gently moves your head to prompt the throat muscles to reopen. Nothing to wear.

Best for

People who can't tolerate anything in the mouth or nose, and partners looking for a no-fuss option.

Watch out

The most expensive option here, and it needs a bedside unit plugged in.

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