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What is the best hearing aid for you?

Hearing aids are not one-size-fits all solutions. Finding the best hearing aid to suit you depends on many things. You’ll need to consider your level of hearing loss, budget, and lifestyle.

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There's no ‘one-size-fits-all’ answer to the question above.
The best hearing aid for you is unique to both your hearing needs and personal preferences.

We’ll also take into account your budget and lifestyle. This way, you’ll get a hearing solution that is specifically tailored to you. A few things to consider when looking for the best hearing aid might be:

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Significantly improving your hearing ability
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A discreet style
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Good value for money
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Comfort

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The best hearing aid for you – in detail

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1. Significantly improve your hearing ability

The continuous development of hearing aid technology is what hearing aid manufacturers focus on. Their main aim is to give hearing aid users a hearing experience that is as close as possible to normal hearing.

So when you’re looking for the best hearing aid for you, you’ll want to look for one that: 

  • Delivers clear speech, even in crowded, noisy situations
  • Provides access to the full sound scene
  • Helps you choose what sounds to focus on
  • Lets you hear all the sounds around you (360-degree sound experience)
  • Helps minimise mental strain

Oticon's latest model is Oticon Intent™, and it provides all of the qualities listed above. If you want to try Oticon Intent™, then you can book a free appointment in one of our clinics.

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Hearing aid finder: see which type suits you

Take a minute to find out which hearing aid models are right for you.

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What is your level of hearing loss?
What is most important for you in a hearing aid?
Which kind of battery would you prefer?

Your result

Based on your answers, the following hearing aid types might suit your needs:

  • miniRITE R

*The result of the test may only be used for guidance and is not meant to replace a more accurate measurement of your hearing abilities and needs by one of our hearing care experts.

Would you like to have a free hearing aid trial?

Your result

Based on your answers, the following hearing aid types might suit your needs:

  • miniRITE R

*The result of the test may only be used for guidance and is not meant to replace a more accurate measurement of your hearing abilities and needs by one of our hearing care experts.

Would you like to have a free hearing aid trial?

Your result

Based on your answers, the following hearing aid types might suit your needs:

  • miniRITE
  • BTE Plus/Ultra Power
  • In-the-canal (ITC)

*The result of the test may only be used for guidance and is not meant to replace a more accurate measurement of your hearing abilities and needs by one of our hearing care experts.

Would you like to have a free hearing aid trial?

Your result

Based on your answers, the following hearing aid types might suit your needs:

  • miniRITE
  • BTE Plus/Ultra Power

*The result of the test may only be used for guidance and is not meant to replace a more accurate measurement of your hearing abilities and needs by one of our hearing care experts.

Would you like to have a free hearing aid trial?

Your result

Based on your answers, the following hearing aid types might suit your needs:

  • miniRITE R

*The result of the test may only be used for guidance and is not meant to replace a more accurate measurement of your hearing abilities and needs by one of our hearing care experts.

Would you like to have a free hearing aid trial?

Your result

Based on your answers, the following hearing aid types might suit your needs:

  • miniRITE R

*The result of the test may only be used for guidance and is not meant to replace a more accurate measurement of your hearing abilities and needs by one of our hearing care experts.

Would you like to have a free hearing aid trial?

Your result

Based on your answers, the following hearing aid types might suit your needs:

  • miniRITE
  • Invisible-in-the-canal (IIC)
  • Completely-in-the-canal (CIC)
  • In-the-canal (ITC))

*The result of the test may only be used for guidance and is not meant to replace a more accurate measurement of your hearing abilities and needs by one of our hearing care experts.

Would you like to have a free hearing aid trial?

Your result

Based on your answers, the following hearing aid types might suit your needs:

  • Halfshell/full shell
  • miniRITE

*The result of the test may only be used for guidance and is not meant to replace a more accurate measurement of your hearing abilities and needs by one of our hearing care experts.

Would you like to have a free hearing aid trial?

2. The most discreet hearing aid

Modern hearing aids are more discreet than ever, and most styles we offer will be too. Even behind-the-ear hearing aids can be difficult to spot. 

Some hearing aid models are now so small that they’re virtually invisible. They sit inside the ear canal, making them almost unnoticeable to other people.

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The most invisible type of hearing aid

The smallest hearing aid type available comes in the invisible-in-the-canal (IIC) style. This is the best option if you are looking for a device that is close to invisible.


You can try an invisible-in-the-canal hearing aid at one of our clinics.

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Small enough to hide in your ear.

 

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3. The best value for money

Price is a significant factor when choosing a hearing aid. It's important to find a solution you are comfortable with. But you’ll want to make sure you’re getting the best quality possible. 

Compare hearing aid prices

To find out which hearing aid provides the best value for your money, we recommend that you book a free hearing testOne of our hearing care experts will go through your test results and ask you questions about your lifestyle, your preferences and your listening situations in a typical day. 

And if needed, you can select a hearing aid that suits both your hearing needs and your budget.

Book a free consultation today to find the best solution for you.

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4. The most comfortable fit 

You’ll get the most out of your hearing aid if it fits comfortably. A comfortable hearing aid will become just another part of your daily routine.

When it comes to comfort, here are a few things to think about:

  1. The shape of your ear canal can influence which hearing aid will be most comfortable for you (i.e. in-the-ear hearing aids vs behind-the-ear hearing aids) 
  2. Digital hearing aids offer optimal comfort since they work to support your brain's natural way of processing sound. Hearing amplifiers, on the other hand, merely make the sounds around you louder.

Schedule a free appointment in one of our clinics and we’ll give you the chance to see and try different hearing aids. You’ll be able to find the one that suits you best.