Opinion and test of the Somnipax Standard T-shirt (with roller)

Unboxing

Coming from Germany, the delivery time is a few days. At home or at a relay point, which is very practical.

The package consists of a t-shirt, a roll (which is zipped behind the t-shirt in a pocket), and instructions.

All perfectly protected and wrapped in plastic.

The manual is in several languages: German, French, English, Italian, Spanish, Finnish:

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All this already gives a very good impression of seriousness and professionalism.

Quality

You immediately feel a good impression of quality. In addition, this t-shirt is very pleasant to the touch, 100% cotton as indicated on the instructions. Neither too thin nor too thick, perfect for all four seasons.

I also really appreciate its V-neck which gives it a little more, aesthetically, which makes it not look like a simple t-shirt.

However, it is obvious that like any t-shirt that we use for sleeping, it will not last forever. Depending on your use, after a while, and after many washes, you will need to use another one. We will see below, in the comparison with the belts, that in my opinion, this is not a disadvantage or that the aesthetic and practical advantages outweigh the durability.

The size

On their site, we are well warned, their large size t-shirt is not a defect if we take it into account. You will also find a size guide, but here is my method, so as not to be mistaken, base yourself on me:

I take 80% of all my t-shirts in size L, and sometimes in size M

Here is my photo with the Somnipax T-shirt in size M:

It fits me a little big after several uses and if I had to recommend another one I would probably take a size S. However, the size M also suits me.

In summary, if you take 2 sizes down, and you don’t mind tight t-shirts, take it that way. The roller in the back will be held even better.

Otherwise, take 1 size below yours, that will also be fine.

The anti-snoring method

Why use a device that forces you to sleep on your stomach?

Sleeping on your back is conducive to snoring. Indeed, the relaxation of the muscles is accentuated by gravity in this position. Classic, habitual snorers will be almost certain to snore in this position during the night.

One of the solutions is therefore to force yourself to sleep on your stomach or on your side. The Somnipax T-shirt or the Ronfless belt, already tested, make it possible to achieve this goal. We will see below the differences between these 2 devices.

sleep apnea

Snoring is often a sign of sleep apnea, reducing it can significantly improve your sleep.

Indeed, in the event of nocturnal respiratory arrest, the fact of freeing the airways more can only be beneficial. If you suffer from sleep apnea, you can analyze this benefit, see our article “Analysis” .

Contraindications

Obviously do not use this type of device in the event of a spinal problem, convalescence following back or stomach surgery.

The test

First of all, do a good first wash before trying it on, so as not to be bothered by the smells of industrial washing agents.

Also know that as indicated on the instructions, and in my “ Solutions ” page, you will have to persevere. Because any change of habit requires time to adapt.

My testing method is simple: I try the devices, always in the same configurations so as not to distort the results and to be as neutral as possible.

During testing:

Light meal, without alcohol
No nocturnal sports activity
No excessive fatigue
No other anti-snoring devices at the same time

Therefore, I prefer 3 tests spaced a few days apart, rather than close together but not fair

Day 1 – Test 1

I admit that my night was a little restless. And it’s normal, even if I practiced the Ronfless belt, any new device requires a period of acclimatization.

Here are the results with the Snore clock application . You see at the top right of the window the result in %, in red, corresponding to the level of snoring during the night.

I can tell you that it is already a very good result, even if you see “red”, a rate of 14% is already a correct score. A heavy snorer can go up to 50%.

Day 2 – Test 2

1%! A night without any snoring ! The efficiency is there! To show it to you at 6:30 am, I took off the t-shirt and went back to sleep, here is the recording:

12% and almost immediately the “red zones” of snoring.

Day 3 – Test 3

1% ! A night without any snoring!

Conclusion

The Somnipax T-shirt proves thanks to these recordings its undeniable effectiveness. It is now one of my favorite products, which I recommend to improve your sleep.

Ronfless belt comparison – Somnipax T-shirt

Below is a comparison table.

	Ronfless Belt	T-shirt Somnipax
Price	4/5 49€90	5/5 44€95
Durability (likely)	5/5	3/5
Aesthetic	2/5	5/5
Practicality	2/5	5/5
Comfort	3/5	5/5
Efficiency	5/5	5/5
Average total out of 10	7/10	9.3/10

Prices recorded on 10/07/2023

In my opinion, the Somnipax T-shirt is more practical, more aesthetic, more comfortable.

We do not have this feeling of “oppression” that we can feel with the Ronfless belt. And the t-shirt is much more practical to use, just put it on or take it off like a t-shirt. Incomparable.

With the belt, we add a T-shirt, which is not very pleasant, even less in summer.

Moreover, and this is not insignificant, I find that the T-shirt is much more “discreet” in the eyes of others than a belt with a ball in the back. More “invisible”, less “shocking”.