Most VitalSleep reviews you will find online are out of date. One of the best-known still says it costs about $70 and comes with a 2-year warranty. Today it costs $119.95 and has a 1-year warranty, and it now comes in two sizes instead of one.
So I went back to the sources. I read VitalSleep’s own product page and FAQ, looked up its FDA records, and read the research on this type of mouthpiece, including two trials that compared do-it-yourself mouthpieces with ones made by a dentist. I have not used a VitalSleep myself. Everything below comes from those sources, and I say where each fact comes from.
The short answer
- What it is: an adjustable “boil-and-bite” mouthpiece that holds your lower jaw slightly forward while you sleep. It is FDA-cleared to reduce snoring.
- The big plus: you can move it forward in 1 mm steps, from 0 to 8 mm, so you can start gently and find the setting that works.
- Price: $119.95, with a 60-night money-back guarantee and a 1-year warranty. It ships within the USA only.
- The honest catch: in research, mouthpieces made by a dentist worked better than do-it-yourself ones. VitalSleep is a good, lower-cost first step, not the last word.
- Not for: sleep apnea, people under 18, loose teeth, gum disease, jaw pain, braces or full dentures.
In this article
- Why most VitalSleep reviews are out of date
- How VitalSleep works
- Is a jaw mouthpiece right for your kind of snoring?
- VitalSleep at a glance
- How to fit and adjust VitalSleep
- What the research says
- VitalSleep vs SnoreRx, ZQuiet, Somnofit-S and GMSS
- Who should choose VitalSleep, and who should skip it
- Price, coupons and where to buy
- Is VitalSleep legit?
- Frequently asked questions
- My verdict
Why most VitalSleep reviews are out of date
VitalSleep has changed a lot since many reviews were written. Before you trust any review, check these four facts. Here is what older reviews say, and what VitalSleep’s own pages say today (checked on 11 October 2026):
| What older reviews say | Today | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | About $70 | $119.95 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year (limited) |
| Sizes | One universal size | Standard and Small (about 10% smaller) |
| FDA status | “FDA-approved” | FDA-cleared for reducing snoring |
The last row matters more than it looks. “FDA-cleared” means the FDA agreed the device is similar enough to devices already on the market. It is not the same as “FDA-approved”, and it does not mean the device treats sleep apnea. VitalSleep’s own FAQ says exactly this.
How VitalSleep works
When you fall asleep, the muscles in your throat relax. Your lower jaw and tongue can drop back and narrow your airway. Air squeezing through that narrow space makes the soft tissue vibrate, and that vibration is the sound of snoring.
VitalSleep is a mandibular advancement device, often shortened to MAD. It has an upper and a lower tray. The lower tray holds your lower jaw slightly forward. Because your tongue is attached to your lower jaw, it moves forward too, and that leaves more room for air.
Two things make VitalSleep different from the cheapest mouthpieces:
- It adjusts. Two small nylon screws, one on each side, move the lower tray forward or back. You turn them with the tool that comes in the box. VitalSleep calls this the Accu-Adjust System, and it is patented (U.S. Patent No. 12,201,549).
- It molds to your teeth. You soften it in hot water and bite into it, so it takes the shape of your teeth.
You can still breathe through your mouth while wearing it. VitalSleep says this helps people whose nose is often blocked.
Is a jaw mouthpiece right for your kind of snoring?
A jaw mouthpiece helps when your snoring comes from the back of your throat, usually because your tongue falls back. It helps less when the cause is somewhere else. Two quick checks:
- The tongue check: stick your tongue out a little, hold it gently between your teeth, and try to make a snoring sound. If it is much quieter, your tongue is likely part of the problem, and a jaw mouthpiece or a tongue device can help. Our 10-second tongue check explains it with a photo.
- Do you snore with your mouth closed? Then the sound is coming from further back, which is where a mouthpiece works. Read more in snoring with your mouth closed.
If your nose is always blocked, or you only snore on your back, a different fix may suit you better. Our 1-minute snore quiz checks all four common causes and tells you which product fits.
VitalSleep at a glance
Everything in this table comes from VitalSleep’s product page and FAQ, and from the FDA’s database, checked on 11 October 2026.
| Detail | VitalSleep |
|---|---|
| Price | $119.95, or 4 payments of $29.99 |
| Sizes | Standard, and Small (about 10% smaller, often called the women’s size). Size exchanges are free. |
| Adjustment | 0 to 8 mm forward, in 1 mm steps |
| Fitting | Boil-and-bite at home. You can re-mold it if the first fit is not right. |
| Materials | Polypropylene, EVA and nylon. Free of BPA, latex, silicone and metal. |
| FDA | 510(k) clearance for reducing snoring: K092942 (2010) and K201719 (2021) |
| Made in | USA, by The Snore Reliever Company, since 2011 |
| How long it lasts | About a year with normal use. The maker suggests replacing it every 12 to 36 months, sooner if you grind your teeth. |
| Guarantee | 60 nights, money back |
| Warranty | 1 year, limited |
| Shipping | Free within the USA, usually 2 to 4 business days. No shipping outside the USA. |
| Payment | Most HSA and FSA cards are accepted. No insurance billing. |
VitalSleep also says it has a 4.5 out of 5 rating and has sold more than 600,000 units since 2011. Those are the company’s own figures, and I could not check them independently.
The price looks high next to $45 mouthpieces. Spread over a year of nightly use, it works out at about 33 cents a night.
How to fit and adjust VitalSleep
Most problems people report, such as the mouthpiece falling out or pressing on a tooth, come from the fitting. VitalSleep itself says that most fit complaints are a molding issue, not a size issue. These steps follow its instructions:
- Read the paper instructions first. They come with your order and show the exact steps for your size.
- Soften it. Put the mouthpiece in hot water for about 45 seconds.
- Let it cool briefly, so it is warm but comfortable in your mouth.
- Bite gently and evenly. Press down firmly but not hard, on both sides at the same time, and hold still. Do not grind or shift your jaw.
- Check the marks. You want clear tooth marks, with the tray still holding its shape. If the marks are shallow or uneven, you can heat it again and re-mold it.
- Start at a low setting. Use the tool to turn both screws the same amount. Turning them clockwise moves your lower jaw forward.
- Move one step at a time. If you still snore after a few nights, move it forward 1 mm. Stop at the first setting that is quiet and comfortable.
VitalSleep puts it this way: the setting that works is often only a millimeter or two away from one that does not. So use the whole 60 nights before you decide.
Try this tonight
- Ask your partner to rate your snoring from 0 to 10 each morning, or record it with a free snore-recording app. Small 1 mm changes are easy to miss without a record.
- Change only one thing at a time. If you also stop drinking alcohol in the evening, you will not know which change helped.
- Expect a sore jaw on the first mornings. If it is still sore after the first hour of the day, go back one step.
What the research says
I searched the medical research database PubMed and found no published study of VitalSleep itself. So the evidence below is about this type of mouthpiece in general. It is the best guide we have to what you can expect.
Mouthpieces are a recommended treatment for snoring. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine published joint guidelines in 2015. They recommend oral appliances for adults who want treatment for snoring without sleep apnea. For sleep apnea, they suggest a custom, adjustable device fitted by a qualified dentist, rather than a ready-made one.
Dentist-made mouthpieces did better in head-to-head trials. Two randomized trials compared do-it-yourself mouthpieces with custom ones. Both were done in people with mild sleep apnea, not in people who only snore, so the numbers are a guide rather than a promise:
- In a 2008 trial with 35 patients, the custom device worked for 60% of people and the boil-and-bite device for 31%. It also reduced snoring more. The main problem with the boil-and-bite device was that it did not stay in place overnight, and 82% of patients preferred the custom one.
- In a 2017 trial with 25 patients, the custom device gave a complete response in 64% of people, compared with 24% for the ready-made one. People also wore the custom device more nights a week and more hours a night.
Note that the ready-made devices in those trials were not VitalSleep, and they were older designs. VitalSleep’s adjustable screws and the option to re-mold it are meant to fix the two problems the trials found: a poor fit, and a jaw position that cannot be fine-tuned. Whether they fully close the gap has not been studied.
Long-term use can shift your teeth a little. A study that followed 20 people who wore a jaw mouthpiece for about three and a half years found small, measurable changes in tooth position and bite. The researchers called them clinically irrelevant, but advised regular check-ups with a dentist. VitalSleep’s FAQ also warns about temporary soreness, tooth movement or bite changes.
So what does that mean for you? VitalSleep is a sensible, lower-cost first step. If it fits well and your snoring gets quieter, you have saved a lot of money. If it keeps falling out, hurts, or nothing changes after you have tried the whole range, a dentist-made device is the next step, and the research backs that choice.
VitalSleep vs SnoreRx, ZQuiet, Somnofit-S and GMSS
These are the devices people compare most often with VitalSleep. All five are FDA-cleared for snoring. Prices and trials are from each brand’s own store, checked on 11 October 2026.
| Device | Type | Adjustable? | Price | Trial |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VitalSleep | Jaw mouthpiece, boil-and-bite | Yes, 0–8 mm in 1 mm steps | $119.95 | 60 nights |
| SnoreRx | Jaw mouthpiece, boil-and-bite | Yes | $59.99 (SnoreRx Plus $99.99) | 30 nights |
| ZQuiet | Jaw mouthpiece, ready to wear, with a hinge | No, it comes as two set sizes | $44.95 (2-size set $59.95) | 60 nights |
| Somnofit-S | Jaw mouthpiece, boil-and-bite | Yes, with straps | $149.99 | 120 nights |
| Good Morning Snore Solution | Tongue device, nothing on the teeth | No | $79.94 | 30 days from delivery |
Source: Each brand's official store, checked 11 October 2026
How to choose between them:
- Choose VitalSleep if you want fine adjustment and a long trial at a middle price.
- SnoreRx is the cheaper adjustable option, but its trial is only 30 nights.
- ZQuiet is the cheapest way to find out whether a jaw mouthpiece suits you at all, but you cannot fine-tune it.
- Somnofit-S costs more but has the longest trial, 120 nights.
- The Good Morning Snore Solution holds your tongue instead of your jaw, so nothing presses on your teeth. It suits people with crowns, loose teeth or jaw pain, who should not use a jaw mouthpiece. Read our Good Morning Snore Solution review.
For the bigger picture of what any mouthpiece can and cannot do, read do snoring mouthpieces work.
Who should choose VitalSleep, and who should skip it
Quick checklist: is it right for you?
A good fit if:
- You are an adult with healthy natural teeth.
- Your snoring gets quieter when you hold your tongue or jaw forward.
- You want to try a mouthpiece before paying for one from a dentist.
- You live in the USA, because VitalSleep does not ship anywhere else.
Look at something else if:
- You are under 18.
- You have loose teeth, advanced gum disease, braces, a retainer or full dentures.
- You have jaw pain or a TMJ disorder. Read TMJ and snoring first; a tongue device may suit you better.
- You have a large overbite. VitalSleep says it will likely not fit.
- You have a dental implant that is less than one year old.
- Your nose is blocked most nights. Read our nasal dilator review.
- You snore mostly on your back. Read our anti-snore pillow review.
If you have crowns, bridges, partial dentures or implants, VitalSleep says to ask your dentist first. And if you are the one kept awake, our guide to sleeping next to someone who snores has ideas for tonight.
When to see a doctor
Snoring and sleep apnea are not the same thing, and a mouthpiece is not a test for sleep apnea. See a doctor before you buy if someone has seen you stop breathing, choke or gasp in your sleep, if you feel very sleepy in the day even after a full night, or if you have high blood pressure. A mouthpiece can make snoring quieter while sleep apnea goes on untreated. VitalSleep says it is not intended to diagnose or treat sleep apnea.
Price, coupons and where to buy
- Price: $119.95 for one mouthpiece, Standard or Small. You can also pay in 4 payments of $29.99.
- HSA and FSA: most cards are accepted at checkout.
- Coupons: we do not have a VitalSleep coupon code. VitalSleep’s own site offers $10 off your first order if you sign up for its emails. Be careful with coupon sites that list codes VitalSleep never issued.
- Where to buy: this review links to VitalSleep’s own store. If you buy anywhere else, check that the seller is VitalSleep and that the 60-night guarantee and the warranty still apply.
- Outside the USA: VitalSleep currently ships only within the USA, so readers in Canada, the UK and Australia cannot order from its store.
Is VitalSleep legit?
Yes. VitalSleep is made by The Snore Reliever Company, LLC, which has sold it since 2011 and ships from Florida. You can check its two FDA clearances, K092942 from January 2010 and K201719 from January 2021, in the FDA’s public 510(k) database. Both are listed under the FDA’s anti-snoring device category.
Being legit is not the same as working for everyone. Buyer reviews are mixed in the way you would expect for a mouthpiece: many people report quieter nights, and others report a sore jaw or teeth, or a mouthpiece that did not stay in. That is why the 60-night guarantee and the free size exchange matter. Use them.
Frequently asked questions
Does VitalSleep work for sleep apnea?
VitalSleep is cleared to reduce snoring, not to treat sleep apnea, and the company says so. Some people with sleep apnea are treated with a mouthpiece, but that should be a custom device fitted by a dentist, after a diagnosis and with a follow-up sleep test.
Can you breathe through your mouth with VitalSleep in?
Yes. VitalSleep has an opening at the front so you can breathe through your mouth if your nose is blocked.
How long does a VitalSleep mouthpiece last?
About a year with normal use, according to the maker, and it suggests replacing it every 12 to 36 months. Heavy teeth grinding wears it out sooner. The 1-year warranty covers a mouthpiece that fails during normal use.
Can VitalSleep change my bite?
It can. Any jaw mouthpiece can cause temporary soreness, and long-term use can move teeth slightly. If your bite feels different during the day, stop using it and see a dentist. Regular dental check-ups are a good idea for anyone who wears one every night.
How do you clean VitalSleep?
Brush it every day with a toothbrush, toothpaste and cool water. You can also use denture cleaning tablets. Do not put it in boiling water after fitting, and avoid bleach and harsh cleaners.
Is VitalSleep sold in Canada, the UK or Australia?
Not from its own store. VitalSleep currently ships only within the USA. If you live elsewhere, a local pharmacy or dentist can suggest a mouthpiece that is sold where you live.
My verdict
VitalSleep is one of the better-designed do-it-yourself snoring mouthpieces. It adjusts in small steps, it can be re-molded, it is FDA-cleared, and the 60-night guarantee gives you time to find your setting. It costs more than the cheapest mouthpieces, and the research says a dentist-made device works better, but a custom device costs many times more. If you are an adult with healthy teeth, your snoring comes from the back of your throat, and you have no signs of sleep apnea, it is a sensible thing to try first. Not sure where your snoring comes from? Take the 1-minute snore quiz before you buy.
sleepgood.org is reader-supported. When you buy through links on this page, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. We have not tested VitalSleep ourselves. This review is based on the maker’s published details, the FDA’s records and the research named below. Prices checked on 11 October 2026. This article is general information, not medical advice.
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