Somnifix vs Myotape: Which Mouth Tape Is Better for Snoring?

Somnifix and Myotape dominate the UK mouth-tape market. Both promise the same outcome — encouraging nasal breathing through the night — but the designs are very different. Here's how they stack up.

At a Glance

Somnifix — Best Overall

Somnifix is the original purpose-built mouth tape. The hourglass-shaped strip sits horizontally over the lips with a small oval vent in the centre that lets you breathe if your nose blocks mid-sleep. The adhesive is medical-grade and gentle enough for sensitive skin.

Pros: proven design, safety vent, holds all night, doesn't move with side-sleeping.
Cons: the full lip seal can feel claustrophobic on the first few nights.

Myotape — Best for Beginners

Myotape takes a different approach — a thin loop that sits around the lips rather than across them. It applies gentle inward pressure that encourages the lips to stay closed without sealing them shut. Much less intimidating for first-timers.

Pros: non-intimidating, lips can still part if needed, easy on facial hair.
Cons: less effective for habitual heavy mouth breathers, can shift on side-sleepers.

Which Should You Buy?

• You've never tried mouth tape before → start with Myotape.
• You wake every morning with a dry mouth → Somnifix.
• You sleep with a partner and want predictable results → Somnifix.
• You have a beard or sensitive skin → Myotape.

If Mouth Tape Isn't Enough

Mouth tape only addresses mouth-breathing snoring. If your snoring is driven by jaw position or tongue collapse — the two most common causes — a mandibular advancement mouthpiece like AirSnore will outperform any tape. Read our take on whether mouth tape works and the full best mouth tape UK guide.