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Top 5 earbuds and headbands to help you fall asleep faster: Consumer Reports

Earbuds that dig into an ear can keep a side sleeper awake. Consumer Reports tested five options for comfort and battery life

Earbuds that dig into an ear or a headband that slips out of place can defeat the purpose of a relaxing bedtime routine. Comfort for side sleepers, battery life and whether a device pairs with an app for sound libraries and alarms can vary widely between products built for falling asleep to audio.

Consumer Reports tested five sleep headphone options, from earbuds to headbands to a full sleep mask with built-in audio, so light sleepers can find one that actually stays comfortable through the night.

Priced at $349.99, the Ozlo Sleepbuds include silicone tips in four sizes to help find the right fit. Consumer Reports named this its top pick, and found the lightweight, bendable buds stayed comfortably tucked in place all night, even for a tester who sleeps on their side and shifts positions........

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