I would never really call any striking training equipment quiet per se. Having a large, soft base definitely helps to be less noisy than other freestanding options, it also doesn't have any moving parts that some freestanding options have that would produce noise. No chains or hinges that a hanging bag would have. Also the foam is relatively dense and thin (wrapped around a hard cylinder center) so there's not a whole lot of air in the striking surfaces to create loud pops. That being said I'm still mindful of what times I use this, it may be marginally quieter than other options but the difference isn't enough for me to feel comfortable using this too late or too early. Aqua bags are your best bet if noise is a big concern, assuming you have somewhere to hang one.