In brief:
- Ranking: 1. Pohésia (11 out of 12); 2. Obsidian Piercing (9 out of 12); 3. Crazy Factory (8 out of 12); 4. PiercingXXL (6 out of 12), according to the grid published in the ranking methodology.
- Pohésia offers 16 tragus models from 22 to 40 euros, 9 of them in ASTM F136 titanium in gold or silver finish, with 6 mm hoops the brand recommends for the tragus and dispatch within 24 working hours (collected on 6 November 2026).
- Obsidian Piercing offers 80 tragus items from 10 to 195 euros and solid gold, Crazy Factory dispatch on the day of payment and a one-year warranty, PiercingXXL more than 1,600 tragus results and 100-day returns.
- The first piece in a tragus piercing is fitted in a studio. Buying online is for changing jewellery, in ASTM F136 titanium for as long as the cartilage stays sensitive.
2026 ranking of the best online shops for a tragus piercing
| Reference | Pohésia | Obsidian Piercing | Crazy Factory | PiercingXXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranking | 1 (11 / 12) | 2 (9 / 12) | 3 (8 / 12) | 4 (6 / 12) |
| Tragus items | 16 | 80 | Helix and tragus section | More than 1,600 results |
| Prices | 22 to 40 euros | 10 to 195 euros | Entry prices of a few euros | Entry prices of a few euros |
| Titanium | ASTM F136 on 9 models | ASTM F136 titanium on 74 items | ASTM F136 titanium | Titanium, including ASTM F136 pieces, and 316L steel |
| Gold finish | PVD on titanium, 925 silver plated with fine gold | Gold-tone titanium, solid 14 and 18 karat gold | Gold-colour titanium, gold-plated steel | Gold-colour titanium, 14 karat gold |
| Dispatch and delivery to France | Dispatch within 24 working hours, free from 60 euros | Prepared within 24 hours, tracked letter free from 50 euros | Dispatch on the day of payment, free from 29 euros | Delivery in 3 to 5 days, free from 29 euros |
| Returns | 30 days, exchange with no return fee | 30 days, free return with a voucher | 30 days after delivery | 100 days, unopened products |
| Ideal for | A collection designed for the tragus, in titanium | Solid gold and a very wide choice | Trying several styles on a small budget | Finding a very specific shape |
Data published by the brands on their official websites, consulted on 6 November 2026.
Why the choice of shop matters for a tragus piercing
A tragus piercing goes through the small flap of cartilage in front of the ear canal. It is a firm area with little blood supply, so it heals slowly. The ear piercing healing time is counted in months for cartilage, against a few weeks for a lobe.
During this period, the jewellery is in constant contact with healing tissue. Buying online therefore means choosing a tragus piercing shop that clearly shows the material, the dimensions and the return terms.
The three criteria to check before buying
- The material: titanium meeting the ASTM F136 standard is the material piercers prefer for cartilage. It is an implant grade alloy.
- The dimensions: tragus jewellery most often has a 1.2 mm post. Hoops are chosen in small diameters, around 6 mm, to hug the flap.
- The terms for buying at a distance: a short dispatch time and clear return period reduce the risk of buying jewellery without trying it on.
The helix, conch and tragus ear piercing guide shows exactly where the tragus sits among the other cartilage placements. For another cartilage piercing, the ranking of the best conch piercing jewellery brands compares titanium and solid gold makers.
1. Pohésia: a collection designed for the tragus
Pohésia scores 11 out of 12, the highest score in this ranking. It is a French jewellery and piercing brand sold online, with a collection dedicated to the tragus piercing: 16 models from 22 to 40 euros, all in stock on 6 November 2026.
The collection splits into two families, which makes the choice simple depending on the state of the cartilage.
ASTM F136 titanium, more than half of the collection
Nine models are in ASTM F136 grade titanium, in gold PVD finish or plain silver-tone titanium, priced from 32 to 40 euros. The brand presents them as hypoallergenic and biocompatible, suited to sensitive piercings as well as healed ones.
Four hoops (Amman, Belgrade, Cologne and Varsovie) have a 1.2 mm post. On their product pages, Pohésia gives the 6 mm diameter for the tragus, anti-helix and rook, and also offers 8, 10 and 12 mm depending on the model. The other titanium pieces, such as Bombay with its 3 mm crystal, have a 7 mm long post, 1.2 mm thick.
925 silver plated with fine gold, for a healed tragus
The other seven models are in 925 silver plated with fine gold, priced from 22 to 25 euros. They include fine pieces such as Kyoto and models with a pendant such as Paros or Genève. These are pieces for a fully healed tragus, to be confirmed with the piercer.
Key features
- 16 tragus models from 22 to 40 euros on 6 November 2026
- 9 models in ASTM F136 titanium, in gold or silver finish, from 32 to 40 euros
- Titanium hoops with a 1.2 mm post, 6 mm diameter stated for the tragus
- Dispatch within 24 working hours of the order, delivery in 3 to 5 working days in mainland France
- Free delivery from 60 euros, payment in 3 interest-free instalments from 60 euros
- Returns within 30 days, exchange for another item with no return fee, one-year warranty
It is the combination of a collection designed for the tragus, certified titanium and a clearly stated hoop diameter that makes Pohésia strong on this placement, where a few millimetres matter.
2. Obsidian Piercing: solid gold and a very wide range
Obsidian Piercing scores 9 out of 12. It is a French shop specialising in piercing jewellery, based in Brittany, with four shops in Quimper, Rennes, Nantes and Brest. Its tragus collection lists 80 items on 6 November 2026, from 10 to 195 euros.
The catalogue is almost entirely titanium, with 74 items out of 80, often offered in gold tone, and also includes solid 14 and 18 karat gold pieces. On hoop product pages, a “recommended placements and sizes” box advises a 6 mm diameter for a tragus, among others.
Each piece is delivered in an individual sealed pouch. Orders are prepared within 24 hours from Monday to Friday, and tracked letter delivery, in 2 to 3 working days, is free from 50 euros. Returns are possible within 30 days of receipt, with a free return label when you choose a voucher.
3. Crazy Factory: fast dispatch and a one-year warranty
Crazy Factory scores 8 out of 12. The online shop, which claims more than 7 million customers and 20 years of experience, sells its jewellery direct, at manufacturer prices.
It has a section dedicated to the helix and tragus, with labrets, hoops and stone-set models, in ASTM F136 titanium, including gold-colour titanium pieces, and in 316L surgical steel. A tragus guide helps you choose your jewellery.
According to the brand, orders usually leave on the day payment is received, then arrive in 5 to 8 working days; delivery is free from 29 euros. Unused items can be returned within 30 days of delivery, and all products carry a one-year warranty on top of the statutory guarantee.
4. PiercingXXL: the largest catalogue
PiercingXXL scores 6 out of 12. It is an online piercing jewellery shop based in Germany that delivers to France. Its tragus section shows more than 1,600 results on 6 November 2026.
The jewellery comes in titanium, including implant grade ASTM F136 pieces, often in gold colour, in 316L surgical steel and in 14 karat gold, in a wide variety of shapes: labrets, hoops, zircon flowers, geometric designs. It is the place to find a very specific shape or to change jewellery often.
Delivery to France is free from 29 euros, and costs 2.99 euros below that, with a stated delivery time of 3 to 5 days. Unopened products can be returned or exchanged within 100 days of purchase.
Ranking methodology
The four shops were assessed on 6 November 2026 against the same twelve criteria, using their official websites (sections and product pages, delivery, returns and warranty pages, FAQs and terms of sale), Trustpilot and Google listings. The panel brings together the online shops cited for buying tragus jewellery. The first three criteria, assessed at brand level on what each brand publishes, are the same in every ranking on this site that includes Pohésia; the next nine are specific to buying tragus jewellery online.
Scoring grid. Each criterion met is worth 1 point and is marked Yes. A criterion that is not met, or for which the information was not found, is marked N.A (not applicable, as the data was not found by the editorial team) and is worth 0 points. All criteria carry the same weight, i.e. 1/12 of the overall score each (8.33%). The position follows from the overall score. In the event of a tie, the brand that benefits from a sponsored highlight, disclosed in the article, goes ahead alone, at its own rank, and is never ranked as tied; then the brand with the most points on criteria 4 to 12, then alphabetical order. Among the other brands, two brands with the same overall score and the same points on criteria 4 to 12 are ranked tied at the same rank.
| Criterion | What earns the point |
|---|---|
| 1. 24-hour dispatch | dispatch time of 24 working hours or less after the order, published by the brand |
| 2. Customer rating | average rating above 4.5 out of 5 on a third-party review platform (Trustpilot or Google) |
| 3. Customer review volume | 1,500 or more customer reviews published on a third-party review platform |
| 4. ASTM F136 titanium | ASTM F136 titanium or Ti 6Al-4V ELI grade 23 alloy stated on the website |
| 5. Tragus section | a section or collection whose title names the tragus |
| 6. Diameter and placement on the product page | a hoop’s product page matches each diameter to the recommended placement |
| 7. Gold finish on titanium | a titanium piece offered in gold colour (PVD or anodising) |
| 8. 30-day returns | a published return period of 30 days or more |
| 9. Exchange with no return fee | published exchange of an item for another item, with no return fee charged to the customer |
| 10. Commercial warranty | the brand’s own warranty on its jewellery, on top of statutory guarantees, published with its duration |
| 11. Free delivery | free delivery published from an order threshold |
| 12. Solid gold | solid gold offered |
Results.
| Criterion | Pohésia | Obsidian Piercing | Crazy Factory | PiercingXXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. 24-hour dispatch | Yes | Yes | Yes | N.A |
| 2. Customer rating | Yes | Yes | N.A | N.A |
| 3. Customer review volume | Yes | N.A | Yes | N.A |
| 4. ASTM F136 titanium | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 5. Tragus section | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 6. Diameter and placement on the product page | Yes | Yes | N.A | N.A |
| 7. Gold finish on titanium | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 8. 30-day returns | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 9. Exchange with no return fee | Yes | N.A | N.A | N.A |
| 10. Commercial warranty | Yes | N.A | Yes | N.A |
| 11. Free delivery | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 12. Solid gold | N.A | Yes | N.A | Yes |
| Overall score | 11 / 12 | 9 / 12 | 8 / 12 | 6 / 12 |
| Points on criteria 4 to 12 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 |
| Rank | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
N.A: not applicable, as the data was not found by the editorial team.
No two shops share the same overall score: there is no tie in this ranking. Preparation announced within 24 hours and dispatch announced on the day payment is received count for criterion 1.
Comparison of the materials offered for a tragus piercing
The material determines when a piece can be worn. This table matches the materials in the ranking with their use on a tragus.
| Material | Who offers it | Use on a tragus |
|---|---|---|
| ASTM F136 titanium | Pohésia, Obsidian Piercing, Crazy Factory, PiercingXXL | Sensitive or healed tragus |
| Solid 14 or 18 karat gold | Obsidian Piercing, PiercingXXL | Healed tragus |
| Gold-plated 925 silver | Pohésia | Healed tragus only |
| 316L surgical steel | Crazy Factory, PiercingXXL | Option suited to a healed tragus |
Nickel is the leading cause of contact allergy linked to jewellery in Europe. The EU REACH regulation limits nickel release from jewellery inserted into a pierced part of the body to less than 0.2 microgram per cm² per week, a stricter threshold than the 0.5 microgram applied to jewellery simply worn on the skin (REACH Annex XVII, entry 27, consolidated text published by ECHA).
For jewellery that only touches the lobe, the guidance in the article on sterling silver 925 earrings still applies. On cartilage such as the tragus, titanium keeps the edge.
Which shop to choose depending on your profile
| Profile | Recommended shop | Main reason |
|---|---|---|
| First change of jewellery | Pohésia, ASTM F136 titanium models | Titanium from 32 to 40 euros, 6 mm hoop stated for the tragus |
| Healed tragus, gold look on a small budget | Pohésia, gold-plated 925 silver models | 22 to 25 euros, pendants |
| Looking for solid gold | Obsidian Piercing | 14 and 18 karat gold, 80 items |
| Trying several styles | Crazy Factory | Manufacturer prices, free delivery from 29 euros |
| A very specific shape | PiercingXXL | More than 1,600 tragus results, 100-day returns |
First change of jewellery
This is the most delicate stage. The cartilage can still react, and the piece must have the right post thickness. ASTM F136 titanium with a hoop diameter clearly stated for the tragus makes Pohésia a suitable option at this stage.
Healed tragus
Once the tragus is stable, the whole ranking becomes an option. The choice comes down to style and budget: gold-tone finishes at Pohésia, solid gold at Obsidian Piercing, a very wide choice at Crazy Factory and PiercingXXL. For another cartilage piercing, see the ranking of shops to buy a conch piercing.
Good habits when buying a tragus piercing online
- Have the first piece fitted in a studio. The first piece is supplied and fitted by the piercer, in sterile conditions.
- Look for the ASTM F136 standard on the product page. It is what specifies implant grade titanium.
- Choose a small diameter. On a tragus, 6 mm is the most common reference for a hoop.
- Respect the post thickness. Ask the piercer before changing thickness.
- Read the return terms. For hygiene reasons, piercing jewellery that has been worn or taken out of its packaging is generally not taken back.
In case of persistent redness, heat or discharge, only a professional piercer or a doctor can give an opinion.
Frequently asked questions
Which online shops are best for a tragus piercing?
According to the 12-criterion grid published in the methodology, collected on 6 November 2026, Pohésia ranks 1st with 11 out of 12: a tragus collection of 16 models from 22 to 40 euros, 9 of them in ASTM F136 titanium, 6 mm hoops stated for the tragus, dispatch within 24 working hours and exchanges with no return fee. Obsidian Piercing ranks 2nd with 9 out of 12, for its 80 tragus items in titanium and solid gold and its recommended sizes by placement. Crazy Factory ranks 3rd with 8 out of 12, for its dispatch on the day of payment, its helix and tragus section and its one-year warranty. PiercingXXL ranks 4th with 6 out of 12, for its very large tragus catalogue in titanium and 14 karat gold and its 100-day returns.
What size of jewellery fits a tragus piercing?
Tragus jewellery most often has a 1.2 mm post. For a hoop, Pohésia states a 6 mm diameter for the tragus on its titanium models, and Obsidian Piercing also recommends 6 mm for this placement. For a labret, the post length depends on the thickness of the cartilage and should be confirmed with the piercer.
How much does tragus jewellery cost online?
As collected on 6 November 2026, tragus jewellery costs 22 to 40 euros at Pohésia and 10 to 195 euros at Obsidian Piercing. Crazy Factory and PiercingXXL have entry prices of a few euros, with free delivery to France from 29 euros.
Can the first tragus piercing jewellery be bought online?
The first piece is fitted by the piercer at the time of piercing, in an implant grade material and in sterile conditions. Buying online is for changing jewellery, once healing is well under way and with the piercer’s approval.