Best Coach & Referee Whistles of 2025

"I recently bought the Fox 40 Classic Official Whistle with a break-away lanyard, and it has really impressed me! As a referee, I need a dependable whistle that can be heard clearly, and this one does the job perfectly! Its loud, high-pitched sound cuts through the noise instantly. The pea-less design ensures it works well, even in wet conditions. I also love the break-away lanyard for added safety. This whistle is incredibly durable and stands up to rough use. I strongly recommend this whistle to referees, coaches, and officials for its exceptional performance and safety features!"

"I can’t leave home without my whistle! It's very loud and a great attention getter. I find it to be a fantastic product that fits my needs perfectly!"

"I needed a new whistle for my son's basketball sessions, and this one was just right. It's easy to use, lightweight, and durable. The value is unbeatable!"

"As a teacher, I use these whistles during recess and they are nice and loud. The quality is excellent for the price, and they don't clang against my lanyard like metal ones. I've purchased them twice!"

"I bought these whistles for my playground duty and I absolutely love them. The sound is consistently clear and loud, and the soft plastic tip feels great. I highly recommend them!"

"As a swim coach, I find these whistles to be small yet loud. I've tried various brands, but for the value, the quality of these is really impressive!"

"I find the Hipat 2 Pack Stainless Whistle to have a clear and distinct sound. It's lightweight, and the price is really affordable. I highly recommend it!"

"While it’s not the loudest whistle I’ve used, it performs well for the price, and getting two whistles is a nice addition. I would definitely purchase it again."

"I purchased this whistle mainly for emergencies during hurricane season here in Florida. It seems strong, lightweight, and the sound is good. Plus, I appreciate getting two in the package!"

"I find the sound quality to be much better than my previous whistle, which hurt my students' ears. The colorful design is a hit with my students and me. I also appreciate the sturdy mouthpiece and the carry case that comes with it. It's lightweight, has an excellent design, and offers great value!"

"This whistle has made my job so much easier. I no longer have to yell to get my students' attention because it works effectively. Plus, the kids enjoy the colorful appearance. It’s a great size and a wonderful value!"

"I love how cute these whistles are, and they have been perfect this year! They not only look great but also sound fantastic!"

"I purchased this set for a game I was going to referee for fun. The whistles are loud and worked as they should!"

"For coaching soccer, I think these work great. The strap is fine, and the sound is definitely loud enough. I prefer metal whistles over plastic, and the quality is good. I would recommend them!"

"I bought these for my husband for when he coaches our kids' sports teams. They were a very reasonable price, but you get what you pay for. They are pretty small and made cheaply. Hopefully, they will do the trick!"

"As soon as I got my new Hutou Whistles, I had to put them to the test right out of the package, and I was amazed at how LOUD they are. The packaging was just like shown in the video, and the size and weight feel just right. I picked the black color, and the mouth guards make it easy to hold without biting down on metal. The price was just perfect for me, and I know they will work great for my job. The design has the traditional whistle shape with a pea inside, and I really appreciate the nice lanyard and storage cases that come with them. These are definitely keepers!"

"I purchased these whistles to engrave and present to a soccer coach. They performed excellently for lasering, and the engravings turned out great. I didn't try blowing them, but overall they seem like a good quality product, and I would definitely buy them again."

"I've often found myself buying whistles that are either too high-pitched or require a lot of effort to blow. These, however, are perfect for any ice hockey coach. They are incredibly loud, even with a gentle blow. I love the bite piece and carrying case that come with them. Just a heads-up: I found that these lanyards do not have a breakaway clasp, so I opted to use a different one."

"I've tested this product during several traffic control jobs, and it works wonders. It's very loud for getting the attention of both cars and pedestrians. The battery holds well through my shift, and it's durable and comfortable to hold. I would definitely recommend it."

"As a referee for U9 to U19 soccer, I find it very loud and effective. The various tones help differentiate from nearby fields, and it's easy to recharge. However, I did have an issue when I used it in light rain—it stopped working, which was disappointing since I hoped it would handle light rain better."

"As a high school swimming and diving official, I appreciate that I don't have to lift a whistle to my mouth constantly. The volume control is great for different pool sizes, and I can get about 12 meets off a charge. It's a fantastic product for the price and ease of use!"

"I got this for my volleyball games. It's perfect! The prices are great, so I ended up getting 10 more for the coaching staff. Sound quality is good and it's nice and loud with a few settings."

"As someone who uses this for recess duty, I find it easy to use and loud enough for all students to hear."

"I bought this for my mom, who could no longer communicate due to a disease. It was SO loud; it definitely got the attention needed! It even scared my dog into hiding. I wish it had a volume control, but it gave us some good laughs."

"I find these whistles to be great value for money and easy to use. The sound is perfect for recess!"

"These whistles are definitely worth buying! I use them on the Rec field, and the sound really carries. This is actually my third one, although I’ve noticed that the buttons do give out over time."

"I absolutely love these whistles. I saw them at a camp and decided to get a couple for myself as a youth sports coach. We've even bought them for other coaches, PE teachers, and playground monitors. The different tones are fun, and the volume is very loud—but you can easily soften it if needed. Plus, they're great for sharing without worrying about germs, and I love the color combinations that match our school colors!"

"I found these whistles to be great value for our basketball league. All our coaches and referees were very happy with them."

"My husband needed these for construction and they worked as intended. He was quite pleased with their performance."

"I hesitated for months to buy a coach's whistle. Then, I realized having a pack of several whistles is perfect. I can keep one in each car and have extras for my assistant coaches. They are loud and grab my team's attention. Sure, they may look a bit like toys, but for me, it's all about functionality. They work great for getting everyone to focus during volleyball serves, and I appreciate the quality of sound compared to other options."