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Because hearing aids are worn daily, it’s important to have the right fit in terms of comfort and functionality. With several hearing aid styles available, it can be hard to know where to start. Here is a breakdown of styles, and the features each offers:
Most hearing aid styles can be custom fit to your ears and all have a variety of features. Many companies partner with local hearing aid specialists who can help you try on different styles to find the best fit.
If you’re ready to look for hearing aids, getting a check-up with your doctor and taking a hearing test is a good first step. Hearing tests can be done in a provider’s office, at a hearing center or many companies offer hearing tests online. Once you are sure that hearing aids are a good option for you, you can ask your doctor for a referral to an audiologist. Audiologists can help assess hearing, choose the best hearing aid fit and work on adjustments, as needed.
When buying hearing aids, there are several factors to consider. These include brand, price, size, style and additional features. Features may include charging method, Bluetooth connectivity and adjustment options. Most hearing aids come with some type of warranty and trial period. Typically, insurance does not cover hearing aid costs, but be sure to check your policy.
Boston hearing aid costs typically fall between $1,000 and $3,500 per ear at the time of publishing. Depending on your hearing loss situation, you may need one or two hearing aids. Factors affecting hearing aid costs include brand, style and technology level.
| Hearing aid type | Price range* | Average* |
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| Completely-in-Canal (CIC) | $2,450 to $4,285 per set | $2,634 per set |
| Behind-the-Ear (BTE) | $1,398 to $4,285 per set | $2,691 per set |
| Invisible-in-Canal (IIC) | $1,798 to $1,998 per set | $2,897 per set |
| In-the-Ear (ITE) | $2,895 to $4,285 per set | $3,536 per set |
To help provide a more affordable hearing aid option, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently ruled that you can purchase hearing aids directly from stores or online retailers without a medical exam or prescription. And a fitting by an audiologist is not required. There are pros and cons to professional hearing aid fittings. Pros include customized fit and an in-person experience. But a drawback is that professional fittings can be more expensive.
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Eargo offers four styles of completely-in-canal (CIC) hearing aids. All styles carry a one- or two-year warranty. Some features include sound adjusting, sound matching, water resistance, remote adjustments and inductive or contact charging. The starting cost for an Eargo hearing aid is $1,450 per ear and the most expensive style is $2,950 per ear. Eargo has several showrooms across the United States and Boston. Financing is available. |
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Hear.com |
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Hear.com offers behind-the-ear (BTE) and in-the-ear (ITE) hearing aids. Features include almost-invisible designs, high-speech clarity and smartphone connectivity. Some hearing aids have rechargeable batteries. In-person and telecare (internet video) appointments are available for personalized hearing assessments and fittings. Hear.com offers a 45-day, risk-free trial period and a 100% money-back guarantee. Prices start at $499 for a pair. |
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Audicus has receiver-in-canal and completely-in-canal hearing aid options. Both styles come with a 45-day trial period. Premium features are available for the behind-the-ear styles, including Bluetooth connectivity, standard battery or rechargeable battery and remote adjustment. Prices range from $699 per ear to $1,499 per ear. Audicus has a three-year protection plan that includes unlimited repairs, cleaning and care services and a one-time loss replacement. The protection plan ranges from $99 to $198. |
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Embrace Hearing offers behind-the-ear and completely-in-canal hearing aids. The behind-the-ear model includes a three-year warranty, Bluetooth for hands-free calls, rechargeable batteries and remote reprogramming. The completely-in-canal series carries a three-year warranty, control with a smartphone app and remote reprogramming. Pricing starts at $899 per ear. |
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Miracle-Ear offers behind-the-ear, in-the-ear and receiver-in-canal (RIC) hearing aid models. There is a 30-day trial, and all hearing aids come with a lifetime service guarantee. There are many Boston locations. Use the online lookup to book an appointment at a Boston Miracle-Ear hearing center near you. Hearing tests are also available online. Financing is available at many Miracle-Ear locations. |
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Tobias & Battite offers hearing testing and evaluation, hearing aid fitting, hearing aid repair and custom earplugs and headphones. Hearing aid models are available for invisible-in-canal (IIC), completely-in-canal, in-the-canal (ITC), in-the-ear (ITE), receiver-in-canal (RIC) and behind-the-ear (BTE) options. Tobias and Battite sells brands including Oticon, Phonak, ReSound, Signia, Starkey and Widex. You can visit in person at 16 Temple Place, Boston, MA 02111. |
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Brookline Hearing Services |
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Brookline Hearing Services offers a variety of hearing aid styles from multiple manufacturers. It staffs licensed audiologists and hearing aid specialists to help with fitting and adjustments. Styles available include in-the-ear, in-the-canal, complete-in-canal, behind-the-ear, receiver-in-canal and invisible-in-canal. All hearing aids come with a 30-day trial period, and most come with a three-year warranty. Brookline Hearing Services is located at 1842 Beacon St., Ste. 403, Brookline, MA 02445. |
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Parkway Hearing |
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Parkway Hearing has in-the-ear, behind-the-ear, in-the-canal, completely-in-canal, invisible-in-canal and receiver-in-canal hearing aid options. Parkway Hearing also offers an extended-wear option that is 100% invisible. This hearing aid is placed completely in your ear canal. In addition to hearing aid sales, Parkway Hearing provides hearing tests, hearing aid repairs, custom hearing protection, Tinnitus therapy and assistive listening devices. The company’s location is at 639 VFW Parkway, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467. |
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HearingLife |
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HearingLife sells in-the-ear, completely-in-canal, behind-the-ear and invisible hearing aids. All come with a 30-day, risk-free trial. You schedule a hearing assessment online or by phone, purchase your hearing aids and have access to the lifetime aftercare services program. Aftercare includes free hearing aid fittings, adjustment, repair and cleaning services. Additionally, batteries are complementary for the product life of the hearing aid. Aftercare services can be obtained by phone, online chat or email. Prices range from $90 per month to $189 per month, depending on the hearing aid. HearingLife has a Boston hearing center at 44 Washington St., Ste. 102 A, Brookline, MA 02445. |
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