I’ve owned the Flare Calmer Performance for quite some time. I use it for my auditory sensory pain (I am diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum) and as a disability aide at work. I have used a variety of Calmer products and would definitely say that this one is the best and most comfortable to wear long term. I can’t live without them which is why I give it 4 stars.

The only thing I don’t like is the design. I’m aware that it may look the way that it does to achieve the pitch down affect however because the acrylic component sticks straight out it can be hard to know if it orientated in a safe position. It can feel a bit oddly weighted and differently weighted on each ear. I would have preferred a design similar to the Flare Definition so that it could fit more snug in the bottom cartilage of the ear. I own the Definition and it does not have any calming affect for me.

I've already reviewed the black version of the Calmer performance and love them, although I do catch them from time to time on clothing like beanies or hoodies they're still getting 5 stars for their ability to calm down background noise while retaining detail in sounds better than the original silicone calmers, and now comes in clear for a more discreet look. Although these were designed for athletes etc I find I'm wearing them all day around the house or just going for a walk, the frequencies they cut down just make life more relaxing.

As a long time calmer user I got excited when I seen the new release for the calmer performance. Although I'd just purchased the calmer 2 prototype and absolutely love them, (so didn't really need to purchase the performance), it was the design that caught my eye and I just had to get myself a pair to try out.
I was actually going to knock a star off at first because I was finding it difficult to get fitment right. But they are extremely light and I have big fingers so my little issue there might not be the same for everyone else, so didn't Think it was right to do this for such a minor and personal issue, also my 5 stars is based off how they perform once inserted correctly.
I live nearly 3 miles away from the M1 motorway and can constantly hear the rolling road noises in the distance and find it distracting. The performance turned that volume down so much I don't even notice it anymore allowing me to focus more on any tasks that require my concentration while allowing me to hear the things I need to in greater detail than the standard calmers do. They really do lower that background noise that I find myself wearing them for most of the day. I'm happy I made this purchase.

Terrible and the company will not refund

No le pongo 5 estrellas porque aún no les he pillado el punto a estos tapones y tengo que probarlos más y son algo duros. Tengo los calmer y la diferencia en este sentido es grande, aunque una vez que los tienes colocados, te acomodas al rato, pero son menos cómodos. Estoy a la espera de sacarles todo el partido.

Not sure how this product works but works really good, helps me to focus.
Only disadvantage is cannot use for longer time and its uncomfortable in ear.

Calmer Performance is an interesting step up in terms of sound smoothing, especially in busy environments like social gatherings. They take the edge off harsh frequencies without muffling everything, which makes conversations feel more natural. They’re easy to carry around. The only downside—and the reason for the missing star—is comfort. After longer use, they can feel slightly intrusive, and I found myself needing short breaks more frecuently than using Calmer.

Excellent product. I bought these online after having suffered from tinnitus for years. Sometimes when I’m out in noisy environments I have trouble with ambient noise. These are great for that and I was definitely surprised at how well they work.

Just keeps coming apart, and doesn't help at all, cotton would feel better and do a better job honestly, was really hopeful when ordering these, did the reverse as calming.

HIGHLY UNCOMFORTABLE!
Do not buy especially if you are autistic or have ADHD.
The customer service is also left wanting.

Very uncomfortable and do not help

My second pair, work well.

Unfortunately I haven't noticed any significant difference while wearing them and on top of that the smallest size of the tip still hurts to wear. For me this purchase was a waste of my money.

I can’t get on with these because of the fitting, and/or the tips. I’ve used the memory foam and the silicone tips, and they’re just uncomfortable for me. It may well be also due to the form factor, with there not being a set way to fit them; I’m constantly adjusting and touching them. They are very small, and the part that you handle can feel quite sharp. The finish on the end where tip fits feels sharp and rough from however it’s made. The cardboard packaging is not the easiest thing to open, and I’m not a fan of the alternative cloth pouch that it comes with. A small plastic container would be better.

I can’t get on with these because of the fitting, and/or the tips. I’ve used the memory foam and the silicone tips, and they’re just uncomfortable for me. It may well be also due to the form factor, with there not being a set way to fit them; I’m constantly adjusting and touching them. They are very small, and the part that you handle can feel quite sharp. The finish on the end where the tip fits feels sharp and rough from however it’s made. The cardboard packaging is not the easiest thing to open, and I’m not a fan of the alternative cloth pouch that it comes with. A small plastic container would be better.

These are a great product.
I’ve tried the black and clear versions with silicone and memory foam tips.
In social settings they really help to lessen the impact of harsher sounds.

For a gym or sport setting they don’t quite hit the spot, but the Flare team have been wonderful at listening to my needs and trying to find something that would suit.

Reach out to them

Fit and work great. Calmer is a good name. I'm calmer in the same environment.

I wear them while working at the computer, driving in the car, walking the dog. And they noticeably take the edge out of noise.

A few days ago a was passing a creek with a little waterfall and was startled, even disoriented because of the unusual distinction between the different sounds. With the naked ear this is the typical waterfall noise, but with the Calmer Performance in the ears, I could make out that each part of the waterfall in fact made a specific noise. They were clearly seperated.

Price? Wow, steep for a little plastic. But I get it, shipping and R&D is included in the price. That's why you guys can come up with these innovations. I appreciated the Blackfridy deal though.

I’ve tried three other brands that offer similar products and this is the only one fits, doesn’t make the world sound muffled, and actually reduces stress.

Really helps me keep calm and focused when there’s a lot of noise and distractions around.

I had the calmer 2 prototype, but i lost 1 of them and tried to buy a new one, but they had stopped selling them. They suggested i try performance because it was basically the next version from the prototype i had, so i tried. The prototype is better than performance in every single way. Performance doesnt look that great, it is long so if you fall or get a blow to the ear, you risk serious ear damage. It doesnt fit in ear as good as calmer 2 prototype either. All in all, a disappointment, and i feel its not worth the money.

I am a high school teacher. Ironically, lots of ambient noise in a room makes me feel nervous and anxious . Calmer performance help me every day to feel — calmer haha. Seriously. And able to handle things in a— calmer— way ha ha. Seriously. I have tried those others from that other brand and they muffle the sound a lot— these don’t do that so much. You do have to get used to them though. I would say that if you don’t mind the feeling of ear buds than these won’t be such a big adjustment. My friend who is wired similarly to me does NOT enjoy the feeling of ear buds at all, so she didn’t like these much.Note: they are not ear buds, but I am using that analogy to let you know that if you don’t like that feeling, these are not for you. But if you don’t mind, and can afford it, then try them because you might be amazed. It does take a little getting used to— you need to try them all day for a couple days before you quit on them. I have the memory foam tips— I can’t speak to the silicone tips.

These upgraded Calmer Performance buds are the bees knees! They give me the focus I need when in environments that would otherwise overwhelm me, and they ensure I can perform tasks and activities I need to get done to the best of my ability without sensory overwhelm. Great update, my favourite Flare product so far!

Everyone is different. I have a number of different Flare products and there are certain types that I prefer. The Flare Calmer Pro’s were my go to for nearly a year every day. Then I came across the Definition’s and they have been my go to ever since. They give the same pleasing sound as the Calmer Pro’s but with what seems like less decibels and more, well, definition. While using the Definition’s I bought the Performance and wore them a couple of days but went back to the Definition’s. It is what I prefer. It’s not that performance are good or bad, I just prefer something else. I would say Performance are somewhere between Calmer Pro’s and Definition for me, but to be honest, I have not given them a good run for their money as the Definition’s won out.

I’ve been using Calmer everyday and it’s been really effective filtering out whichever frequencies have been causing nervous system dysregulation due to sound sensitivity and tinnitus. The most noticeable difference is my energy level and cognitive functioning at the end of the day.

I bought the Calmer Performance in February and have found it to be even more noticeable in reducing those frequencies. I can imagine how both products can seem ineffective for anyone who doesn’t suffer from sound sensitivity and/or tinnitus. But for me, they definitely have been lifesavers as I work in an environment that has a cacophony of sounds and I interact with people, so concentrating on trying to hear in conversations can be very taxing.

It looks like hi-tech but in reality it's just plastic pipe. When comparing to calmer, it is in fact sitting tight in your ear but I feel a bit of pain at the end of the day. Sometimes I hear like underwater. Not sure what is the performance here.

It did work for me but I'm among the more sensitive people and I don't like the feeling of something pressing on my ears. For long-term use, I found standard Calmer and Calmer Extra better options and use them daily.