Audicus Mini Review

Prices, Sound Recordings, Models
Blake Cadwell
Blake Cadwell

Blake Cadwell is a hearing aid wearer and co-founder at Soundly. He regularly tests and reviews hearing technology to share his experience with Soundly’s readers. Blake's research and perspectives have been featured in the The New York Times, Washington Post, LA Times, AARP and FastCompany.

Amy Sarow, AuD, CCC-A
Amy Sarow, AuD, CCC-A

Dr. Amy Sarow is a practicing clinical audiologist and serves as Audiology Lead for Soundly. Her expertise and experience span topics including tinnitus, cochlear implants, hearing aid technology, and hearing testing. She holds a doctoral degree in audiology from the University of Iowa. During her residency at Mayo Clinic, Dr. Sarow was inspired by the three-tiered, patient-centered approach, incorporating clinical work, teaching and research.

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January 24, 2024
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PROFESSIONAL FITTING
In the Ear

The Audicus Mini is a well-respected invisible hearing aid offered 1/3 the traditional price. The hearing aid was released in November 2022 with more intelligent sound algorithms and app-controls.  

Mini is manufactured by global leader WS Audiology and the programming is completed by the Audicus team of remote hearing professionals.

The entire process happens without an in-person doctor's visit. Some have called Audicus the Warby Parker of hearing aids for its disruptive model and approachable brand. 

Research Note πŸ’»: Audicus is currently offering $100 off any Audicus product with code 100HEARING.

Pros πŸ‘
  • Audicus Mini sits entirely in the ear 
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  • Fully remote, Telehealth service, no in-person doctors visits
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  • Priced at 1/3 the traditional cost of invisible hearing aids

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Cons πŸ‘Ž
  • Audicus Mini is well made but doesn't have every technological bell and whistle
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  • Mini is not rechargeable or Bluetooth streaming enabled (this is true of most invisible styles)
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  • The small size can make this hearing aid hard to handle
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  • Volume control requires use of a smartphone app (vs. buttons)

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Soundly Scorecard
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Hearing Loss Level πŸ”Š
Mild - Severe
  • Audicus Mini hearing aids are appropriate for mild-severe hearing loss
  • Audicus Mini devices are not custom-molded and may create feedback in some severe cases
  • If you have profound hearing loss, you may be a better fit for high-powered BTE hearing aids (not currently offered by Audicus)
Care Type πŸ₯
Telehealth
  • Audicus is a remote care brand that programs and delivers your hearing aids through Telehealth
  • Take or submit a hearing test and an Audicus professional will program your hearing aids and ship them to your door
  • Lifetime support is included with every purchase
  • Audicus Mini hearing aids do not come with remote adjustments enabled. You will need to ship your hearing aids back for program adjustments.
  • Unlike other leading in-the-ear style devices, Audicus Mini does not require a custom-earmold. Instead the device comes with a range of Click Sleeves that fit a wide range of ears
Sound Quality πŸ”Š
Average in Background Noise
  • Mini is manufactured by global leader WS Audiology (maker of similar product Signia Silk)
  • Mini offers background noise reduction and intelligent sound algorithms
Comfort 🦻
Somewhat Comfortable For All-Day Wear
  • Audicus Mini sits discreetly in the ear and comes with various ear tip sizes
  • Audicus Mini is not custom-molded to your ear shape
  • Our team finds all in-the-ear models slightly less comfortable for all-day wear than RIC hearing aids
Style  πŸ’«
In-The-Ear
  • Sit inside the ear
  • Only available in one completely-in-canal size (nearly invisible in many ears)
  • Only available in black
Battery πŸ”‹
Disposable Only
  • Audicus Mini hearing aids use disposable size 10 batteries (lasts 5-7 days)
Connection πŸ“‘
Bluetooth Not Available
  • Audicus Mini does not come with Bluetooth streaming
Dexterity Level 🀏
Difficult
  • Audicus Mini requires regular disposable battery changes and good dexterity
Waterproof Level πŸ’¦
N/A
  • Audicus Mini hearing aids are not advertised as water resistant. Keep these devices away from water when possible.
App features πŸ“±
Does Not Have An App
  • Change the volume by tapping your ear, this device does not have buttons or app controls
What's Included
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2 hearing aids custom programmed to your hearing loss

Various ear dome sizes to fit your ears

Unlimited specialist support

2 year manufacture warranty

Return Policy
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Audicus offers a 45-day risk-free trial

Technology
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Manufactured by WS Audiology, a trusted leader in the category 

Mini offers background noise reduction and intelligent sound algorithms

Change the volume by tapping your ear, this device does not have buttons or app controls

How It Works
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All Audicus products are fully programmable by a hearing professional. Unlike some other over-the-counter options, you will not need to self-program your devices. 

Audicus will ask you to take an online hearing test or send an existing hearing test. The company then assigns one of their remote audiologists to program your hearing aids. If you need further adjustments you can send your hearing aids back for reprogramming for free but can not get remote programming with this product.

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The breakdown

What makes Audicus hearing aids different than other options on the market?

Audicus moves the whole fitting process from local shops (with lots of overhead) to one central website and remote audiologists. As a result, they can cut the price to about half of what you could expect from a local audiologist.

Audicus hearing aids are made by Sonova, which sells similar technology for $4,500 through a local care provider.

Hand holding Audicus Aura hearing aids
Audicus Aura hearing aidsWoman trying on Audicus Aura hearing aids

The tech inside

Audicus Aura hearing aids fit completely in the ear and allow custom programming by the Audicus team before they are shipped. The rest of the tech in these hearing aids is straightforward. Audicus Aura hearing aids use a size 10 disposable battery (replaced every 4-5 days) and do not have Bluetooth connectivity. The main selling point is the discreet size at an affordable price.

Getting up close

Audicus Aura hearing aids sit fully in the ear, and they use a clear pull-tab to allow easy removal. 

Audiucs Aura hearing aids come with a black or beige face. Both colors have markings to show which device goes in the right and left ear.

Man wearing Audicus Aura hearing aids

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