Eargo is the disruptor in hearing health. Their product is rechargeable, invisible, and designed with a patented tip that allows your ears to breathe.

Eargo 6 was released in 2022 with new features that adapt to your environment as you move through your day. Eargo has raised hundreds of millions to design their product from scratch and what they've pulled off is impressive.

Think of this product as the Tesla of hearing health. Eargo is best for those with mild to moderate hearing loss. If you want to try something new, this is a great option.

Overall notes: Eargo stands out for its design, innovation, size, and telecare team. The only drawback is that Eargo can be buggy. For thousands of happy customers, that's worth the tradeoff. ‍

Price: $2,650 for Eargo’s newest product using code SOUNDLY300E6‍

Features: Invisible, self-programmed, rechargeable‍

What audiologists say: “If you are looking for invisible devices Eargo is one of the best options on the market.” - Ramsay Poindexter

After years (or decades) of customer requests, Bose finally released a hearing aid. The iconic brand has a proven track record for quality audio products, and these Bose hearing aids are no exception.

This product is on sale for $749 compared (compared to the national average of $4,500).

To achieve this lower price, Bose did two things: 

1. Bose created a clinically-proven method for hearing aid wearers to program their own devices using a smartphone app. The process cuts out the middle man and saves (quite literally) thousands. 
2. Bose formed a partnership with Lexie Hearing. Lexie backs up the Bose name with unlimited, lifetime hearing-specialist support. 

If you are looking for an affordable hearing aid with a proven brand track record and quality care, Lexie B1 Powered By Bose is among the best. 

Overall notes: If you have mild to moderate hearing loss, are comfortable with smartphone tech, and are on a budget, Lexie is one of the most compelling products on the market.‍

Price: $749 per pair with 45-day risk-free returns‍

Features: Self-fit, simple to get started, affordable‍

What audiologists say: “It you're not interested in streaming phone calls and don't mind changing hearing aid batteries, Bose is a budget-friendly option with easy to use app and customer support.” - Jen Anfinson, AuD, AuD

Audicus was one of the first brands to program hearing aids remotely and ship them to your door. When the brand launched nearly 10 years ago, Audicus was dubbed the Warby Parker of hearing aids. They make their service simple to use and offer a range of simple but effective products.

Unlike other over-the-counter style devices like Eargo and Lexie, you do not need to program your own hearing aids. The Audicus team of hearing specialists walks you through an online test or accepts an existing audiogram.

With the results in hand, they program your hearing aids before shipping. This streamlined process saves you time and cuts the cost by about 50%-70% compared to traditional options.

Overall notes: Audicus has more than 7,000 reviews with an impressive average of 4.7 stars. Their customer service and lifetime specialist support are unique to the industry. If you are on a budget and want fully customized hearing aids, Audicus is among the best options available.‍

Price: Models available, ranging from $499-$899 per ear.‍

Features: Full range of styles (invisible and behind the ear) and features (Bluetooth and rechargeable)‍

What audiologists say: “Audicus is a fair option for anyone looking for remote care. The telehealth model helps reduce the final price.” - Jen Anfinson, AuD

Fio is Lucid's invisible style product that offers rechargeable batteries and allows customization using the Lucid app. The Lucid Fio is a lot like the Eargo hearing aid (although slightly larger) at around 40% less price. Like Eargo (and most invisible hearing aids), Fio does not allow Bluetooth streaming. One notable feature in Fio is that in order to adjust programs or the volume, you will need to place the devices back in their recharge case.

Lucid Hearing is best known as the manufacturer behind all of the Sam's Club hearing center hearing aids. The brand will join the OTC hearing aid market with two strong products. Engage is Lucid's rechargeable, Bluetooth enabled and self-fit hearing aid that sits behind the ear. The product comes in several colors and has one of the most stable Bluetooth connections due to a patented antenna.

Lucid's self-fit app was designed using 100K audiograms to find common hearing loss patterns. Once you download the app you can use the LucidShape screen to change amplified frequencies in real time.

Lucid is an under-the-radar brand in the OTC market but has some of the strongest technology and experience.

MDHearingAid is a Chicago-based brand that has sold over 500,000 pairs of affordable hearing aids since 2009. The brand’s latest product (Volt Max) is programmed using a hearing test administered by a smartphone app. MDHearing sells exclusively online and does not require a trip to a local audiologist. The brand has recently invested in a remote care team that includes audiologists and hearing aid dispensers. Customers who need further tune-ups or care can set up a telecare appointment with a professional for free.

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