Aegle N95 Mask - STS-F100 (Fold)

All of the N95 masks I tried ended up turning the bridge of my nose red and it was painful. So I purchased the Armbrust variety pack and wore each for one day. Taking price, protection, comfort, and my sensitive skin into consideration, the Aegle masks were my favorite. Combined with eyeglasses and a face shield, I'm ready to enjoy a football game in a crowded stadium filled with cheering fans. You can't go wrong with an Armbrust mask, but these Aegle masks are a really good deal. And they're Made in the USA.

I have had a subscription since 2021. I tried several different brands of N95s prior to finding the Aegle N95. They're comfortable, easy to breathe in, and have a nosepiece that facilitates a great seal. I also love that I can get them with headbands because I hate ear loops. Additionally, the customer service at Armbrust is first rate, and I appreciate and enjoy the educational videos that Lloyd posts that explore different types of masks with their plusses and minuses. This is a company you can trust.

I ordered the N95 from Armbrust based on a recommendation from my adult son who has researched the mask industry offerings extensively. He was so right about these masks. They are proven to be protective based on materials and construction. But they are also by far the most comfortable protective mask I’ve ever worn. It’s easier to breathe behind it, it is softer and not so stiff, and the top of the mask at the bridge of my nose fits with a good seal which means my sunglasses don’t fog up. Only wish my son had discovered these sooner!

Ordered 20 of these masks in light of the wave of covid, influenza and RSV. Continue to use Armbrust surgical masks for daily errands, etc., but bought these for travel or when extra protection in crowds is advised. Well constructed, as I have come to expect with Armbrust, with nicely integrated straps and wired nosepiece, and of course, NIOSH approved.

I'm glad to have the option of an American made N95, as I prefer the head straps. The seal seemed good, as there was little to no fogging of my glasses, and the covered nose wire was a nice touch. However, they are on the long side for my face, and I had to put a knot in the lower elastic to shorten it for a secure fit.

I love the N95 masks sold by Armbrust. Two things about them are great: they are made in the USA and they are approved by the CDC. I always feel safe when wearing one.

In January 2022, I got into the N95 game with a pack each of these, IFMs, and Protex from Armbrust (love the fast and free shipping!). I tend to reuse N95s for at least a half dozen store/doctor outings, so the packability of the mask and longevity of the elastic are things I pay attention to (after fit and breathability). I switched back and forth pretty often between these and the IFMs until I realized that the elastic on these is WAY better and lasts much longer. I also find these more breathable than 3M Auras, and MUCH easier to fold up and unfold to use again. Because I was having some doubts as to the protectiveness of such a breathable and comfortable mask, and because it seemed like there might be a bit of an air gap around my nose, I actually bought a qualitative fit-test kit from an industrial hardware store and did a Bittrex fit test, and this mask performed great. I couldn't smell anything. (Side note, a trendy new elastomeric that claims to be very protective failed my DIY fit test instantly and spectacularly, so I knew the test was working). I stopped worrying and started trusting, and now I go into stores, doctors offices, and even on flights with a lot more confidence. Also I like the distinctive yellow straps. I will say it does help that I have long hair that I can put up, to hold the top strap up, but I think that would be the case with any N95.

I love the Aegle N95 because it forms perfectly to my face and is the most comfortable mask

We apparently ordered the wrong masks. We wanted ones with ear fasteners, not full headband masks. Didn't know it until we opened the package. Non-returnable. Yuck!

Appear to be exactly what I wanted