Gehoerschutz Shop

What Gehoerschutz Shop does

Gehoerschutz Shop (operating as Gehörschutz-Shop.ch) is a Switzerland-based, direct-to-consumer online specialty retailer of hearing protection products, headquartered in Flums and claiming the largest selection in the Swiss market. Its catalog spans disposable and reusable earplugs (foam, silicone, wax), electronic earplugs, passive and active electronic earmuffs, custom-molded otoplastics, industrial helmets with integrated hearing protection, safety glasses, and radio-communication systems, supplied under more than 50 brands including 3M/Peltor, Alpine, Sordin, Honeywell/Howard Leight, ISOtunes, OHROPAX, uvex, Moldex, QuietOn, and Vokkero, alongside its own proprietary Pamir Gehörschutz line. Products carry a range of European and US certifications (EN 352 series, CE, PSA-Verordnung (EU) 2016/425, ANSI S3.19, MIL-STD-810H/461G on tactical SKUs) and incorporate passive attenuation, active level-dependent circuitry, Bluetooth audio, DAB+/FM radio, and active noise cancellation technologies.

The business model is DTC e-commerce with a Swiss Post Economy fulfillment layer, free shipping above 50 CHF, multi-tier pricing from sub-1 CHF disposables to 675 CHF advanced communication headsets and 270-310 CHF custom-fit otoplastics, and a phone consultation plus in-person custom-fitting service at the Flums location that differentiates it from pure-play online competitors. Go-to-market relies on the company's own storefront, an affiliate/partner program, and email newsletters; there is no disclosed institutional funding, parent company, or acquisition history. Revenue, ownership, and headcount progression beyond the 1-10 employee range are not publicly disclosed, leaving the company's scale and growth profile substantially unobserved in the source material.

Name

Gehoerschutz Shop

Website

https://gehoerschutz-shop.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Gehoerschutz Shop is a Swiss direct-to-consumer online specialty retailer in Flums, selling the country's largest selection of hearing protection products across consumer, industrial, tactical, and music segments via its own e-commerce storefront and phone consultation service.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Flums

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Direct e-commerce sales of hearing protection products including earplugs, earmuffs, otoplastics, helmets, safety glasses, radio equipment, and accessories. One-time purchases at various price points from budget to premium. Bulk quantities available for industrial customers.
2. Custom Otoplastic Fitting: Individually customized hearing protection otoplastics requiring consultation and impression-taking. Premium-priced custom solutions for optimal fit and comfort.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Gehoerschutz Shop is a Swiss online specialty retailer selling hearing protection products including earplugs, earmuffs, custom otoplastics, communication headsets, safety helmets, and related accessories. The company offers over 50 brands and operates a physical consultation location in Flums with phone-based expert advice and custom earmold fitting services.

Product overview

Gehoerschutz Shop is a Swiss online specialty retailer (based in Flums) offering the largest selection of hearing protection products in Switzerland. The portfolio centers on three core product categories: Ohrstöpsel (earplugs - single-use foam, reusable, and electronic), Otoplastik (custom-molded earmolds), and Pamir Gehörschutz (proprietary active and passive earmuff systems). These are complemented by specialized hearing protection for specific applications including sleeping, hunting/shooting, industry, concerts/music, children, and tactical/military use. Supporting product lines include industrial helmets with integrated hearing protection, radio communication systems (Funk), safety glasses, and diverse accessories. The company represents over 40 brands including 3M/Peltor, OHROPAX, Alpine, Sordin, ISOtunes, Howard Leight/Honeywell, uvex, MOLDEX, QuietOn, and Vokkero, while also selling its own Pamir brand of electronic hearing protectors with Bluetooth, DAB+/FM radio, and radio communication capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pamir Gehörschutz (Own Brand Line) Proprietary brand of hearing protection including passive earmuffs, active electronic protection, communication systems with radio/Bluetooth integration, and solutions for hunting, shooting, industry, and children.
• Ohrstöpsel (Earplugs) Single-use and reusable earplugs including foam, silicone, and wax varieties, plus electronic earplugs with Bluetooth and active noise cancellation.
• Otoplastik (Custom Earmolds) Custom-molded hearing protection including musician earmolds, communication earmolds, swim molds, and industry-specific solutions from brands like uvex high-fit, Elacin, and ISOtunes.
• Helme (Industrial Helmets with Hearing Protection) Industrial safety helmets with integrated hearing protection, available for forestry, tree care, and general industry applications. Includes active, passive, and radio-enabled helmet sets.
• Schutzbrillen (Safety Glasses) Protective eyewear for industrial and workplace safety applications.
• Funk (Radio Communication Systems) Radio communication systems including analog and digital PMR 446 handheld radios, communication headsets, PTT adapters, speaker microphones, and integration solutions for hearing protectors.
• Zubehör / Diverses (Accessories) Accessories including hygiene kits, replacement ear tips, microphone windshields, helmet accessories, visors, neck protection, dog hearing protection, sleep masks, storage cases, and replacement batteries.
• Gehörschutz Hund (Dog Hearing Protection) Specialized hearing protection designed for dogs, particularly for shooting and hunting environments.
• QuietOn 4 World's smallest ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) sleep earbuds with 28-hour battery life, designed for sleeping and travel with passive noise isolation.
• Alpine SleepSoft Reusable sleep earplugs with AlpineAcousticFilters allowing alarms to remain audible while blocking snoring and ambient noise. Made of AlpineThermoShape material.
• OHROPAX Classic Wax ball earplugs available since 1907, made of cotton wool impregnated with vaseline and paraffin wax for sleeping and relaxation.
• 3M Peltor ComTac 8 Tactical hearing protection with 360-degree spatial awareness, Mission Audio Profiles (MAP), environmental microphones, and earplug mode compatibility. MIL-STD-810H certified for military use.
• 3M PELTOR WS ALERT XPV Solar-powered headset with PowerFoyle technology, Bluetooth MultiPoint, noise-canceling microphone, and 3M Connected Equipment Mobile App integration.
• Sordin Supreme Pro Active electronic hearing protector that amplifies ambient sounds while blocking impulse noises like gunshots. Used by US Army and preferred by hunters and sports shooters.
• ISOtunes Sport CALIBER Bluetooth 5.2 wireless earbuds with Tactical Sound Control for shooting, IP67 rated, up to 13 hours battery life, SafeMax technology limiting volume to 82dB.
• Alpine MusicSafe Pro Premium musician hearing protection with three interchangeable filter sets (Gold 22dB, Silver 19dB, White 16dB), designed for musicians, DJs, and sound engineers.
• Howard Leight Impact Sport Electronic earmuffs for hunters and shooters that amplify ambient sounds up to 4x while blocking harmful impulse noises above 82dB.
• Sahaga Wolf Gehörschutzradio DAB+ DAB+ radio earmuffs with Bluetooth 4.0, illuminated display, AUX input, USB-C charging, IPX4 splash resistance, and up to 20 hours battery life.

Quantifiable outcome

• Hearing damage from noise exposure is 100% preventable with proper protection
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• 3M (Peltor)coreTechnology or IntegrationMajor brand partnership featuring extensive 3M Peltor product line including ComTac tactical headsets, Optime earmuffs, EEP electronic earplugs, and E-A-R foam/plastic earplugs. 3M is a leading global safety equipment manufacturer.
• OHROPAXcoreTechnology or IntegrationGerman manufacturer of classic wax ball earplugs (since 1907) and modern foam/silicone earplugs. Offers products from budget to professional use cases.
• Alpine Hearing ProtectioncoreTechnology or IntegrationDutch manufacturer specializing in innovative earplugs with proprietary AlpineThermoShape material and AlpineAcousticFilters. Award-winning design (Red Dot 2015). Products include SleepSoft, MusicSafe Pro, PartyPlug, and specialized solutions.
• Honeywell (Howard Leight)coreTechnology or IntegrationAmerican manufacturer of industrial and recreational hearing protection. Products include Impact Sport electronic earmuffs, Fusion/Fusion Detect earplugs, Quiet reusable plugs, and VeriShield classroom earmuffs.
• SordincoreTechnology or IntegrationSwedish manufacturer of Supreme series electronic hearing protectors trusted by military including US Army. Features active noise amplification and communication capabilities. Previously distributed as MSA Sordin.
• ISOtunescoreTechnology or IntegrationAmerican brand specializing in Bluetooth-integrated hearing protection for industrial and sports use. Features Tactical Sound Control technology and SafeMax volume limiting (82 dB).
• MoldexmajorTechnology or IntegrationAmerican manufacturer of disposable foam earplugs (Mellows series) and reusable options (Comets, Rockets). Known for affordable industrial hearing protection.
• UVEXmajorTechnology or IntegrationGerman safety equipment manufacturer offering whisper series reusable earplugs and high-fit custom otoplastics. Products include detectable versions for food industry.
• QuietOnmajorTechnology or IntegrationFinnish company producing QuietOn 4 - world's smallest ANC sleep earbuds with 28-hour battery life. Active noise cancellation technology for low-frequency noise below 1000Hz.
• Pamir GehörschutzmajorTechnology or IntegrationFeatured brand for communication-integrated hearing protection with DAB+ radio, Bluetooth, and built-in radio functionality. Swiss-focused product line.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• QuietOn: Finnish maker of QuietOn 4 ANC sleep earbuds, the world's smallest active-noise-cancelling sleep earbuds. Competes with Gehoerschutz Shop's sleep and travel earplug offering at the premium end.
• Loop Earplugs: Belgium-founded DTC hearing protection brand that has scaled rapidly in lifestyle and music segments. Emerging competitor for the consumer sleep, concert, and lifestyle earplug segments Gehoerschutz Shop addresses.
• Alpine Hearing Protection: Dutch manufacturer of premium earplugs (SleepSoft, MusicSafe Pro, PartyPlug) with proprietary AlpineThermoShape material and AlpineAcousticFilters. Direct brand competitor whose products Gehoerschutz Shop distributes; overlaps on sleep, music, and children's hearing protection.
• ISOtunes: US-based DTC brand specializing in Bluetooth-integrated hearing protection for industrial and sports use with Tactical Sound Control technology. Overlaps directly with Gehoerschutz Shop's Bluetooth and shooting/hunting categories.
• OHROPAX: German manufacturer of classic wax ball earplugs since 1907 and modern foam/silicone earplugs. Sleep and relaxation focus overlaps directly with Gehoerschutz Shop's sleep segment; brand distributed by Gehoerschutz Shop.

Broad incumbents

• Honeywell (Howard Leight): American manufacturer of industrial and recreational hearing protection including Impact Sport electronic earmuffs, Fusion reusable plugs, and VeriShield classroom earmuffs. Competitor across industrial, recreational, and education segments; brand distributed by Gehoerschutz Shop.
• Moldex: American manufacturer of disposable foam earplugs (Mellows series) and reusable options targeting industrial hearing protection. Direct competitor on budget and industrial disposable earplugs; brand carried by Gehoerschutz Shop.
• UVEX Safety: German safety equipment manufacturer offering whisper series reusable earplugs and high-fit custom otoplastics. Competes on reusable earplugs and custom otoplastic fitting; brand distributed by Gehoerschutz Shop.
• Sordin: Swedish manufacturer of Supreme series electronic hearing protectors used by US Army and other military forces. Competes at the tactical and premium active-hearing-protection end; brand carried by Gehoerschutz Shop.
• 3M (Peltor): Global PPE conglomerate whose Peltor line includes ComTac tactical headsets, Optime earmuffs, EEP electronic earplugs, and WS Alert communication headsets. Competes across virtually every category Gehoerschutz Shop sells into, both as a brand and increasingly direct-to-consumer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance16 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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