- Background noise
- Quiet and TV
- Music Streaming
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.
What makes Audicus special
Unlike over-the-counter devices like Eargo and Lexie, you do not need to program your 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.
Omni is Audicus's newest and most feature-rich hearing aid to date. Omni comes with Bluetooth streaming from both Apple and Android devices, an optional rechargeable battery (costs an additional $200/pair), auto adjustments to your environment, and feedback reduction.
Two Technology Levels
Omni comes with two technology levels (series 1 and series 2).
Omni Series 2 is 10% smaller and offers more flexible Bluetooth streaming and a more powerful onboard sound program for handling background noise.
Our Take
Audicus is a fantastic option for budget seekers who prefer online services and lower prices. Audicus prices are still higher than over-the-counter devices, but the underlying technology is nearly identical to top prescription devices.
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- βAudicus hearing aids are programmed remotely which leads to lower prices and more convenience
β - Audicus offers a diverse range of styles and pricing including an affordable in-the-canal product
β - Audicus offers their products with a monthly subscription starting at $99
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- βAudicus hearing aids are more expensive than some other Telehealth alternatives
β - Audicus hearing aids do not come with hands-on support at a local clinic
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- Audicus Omni is a fully customizable, prescription hearing aid appropriate for mild-severe hearing loss
- If you have severe hearing loss and struggle with feedback (squealing) you may need a custom earmold (not available through Audicus)
- If you have profound hearing loss, you may be a better fit for a high-powered BTE style hearing aid (note available through Audicus)
- 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
- Omni hearing aids come with the capability for remote adjustments. This feature means you don't need to ship your hearing aids back to get program updates
- Omni is Audicus's most sophisticated model with 16 programming channels and 6 user programs
- Audicus purchases hearing aids from hearing leader, Sonova
- Audicus Omni has strong underlying technology for handling background noise and sudden sounds
- Audicus Omni comes in a small and comfortable receiver-in-canal style that is easy to wear all day
- Sits behind the ear with a receiver (speaker) that reaches into the ear canal
- Audicus Omni is similar to the smallest receiver-in-canal devices on the market
- Choose between four colors including: Beige, Black, Grey and Silver
- Choose between disposable and rechargeable batteries
- Rechargeable batteries come at an additional cost
- 18 hours on a full charge
- Comes with a plugin charger
- Audicus Omni allows Bluetooth streaming, music listening, and phone calls. iPhone users can take calls hands-free, while Android users must keep their phones close to pick up outbound audio
- Audicus Omni uses Apple's MFI connection and Android's ASHA connection to stream content through Bluetooth
- Audicus Omni hearing aids can connect to multiple devices (ie. TV and phone) simultaneously
- Audicus Omni is reasonably easy to handle but does require the wearer to place the hearing aid behind their ear and insert the receiver into the ear (consistent across all behind-the-ear styles)
- Audicus Omni uses a port-based charger that is sometimes trickier to handle than conduction-based methods
- Audicus Omni is water resistant with an IP rating of 68
- This hearing aid can withstand dust and water submersion in one meter of water for up to 30 minutes
- Customization: Treble/bass, volume, microphone directionality
- Omni includes Telehealth options through the Audicus app
2 hearing aids custom programmed to your hearing loss
Charging case for your hearing aids (with upgrade)
Various ear dome sizes to fit your ears
Unlimited specialist support
2 year manufacture warranty
Audicus offers a 45-day risk-free trial
Manufactured by Sonova, a trusted leader in the category
Omni offers powerful background noise reduction and intelligent sound algorithms and 16 programming channels
Rechargeable batteries
Stream music, podcasts, and phone calls through Apple and Android devices
Change the volume and program using the app or buttons on the hearing aid
Get remote care and program adjustments after initial programming
How to Choose Between Series 1 and Series 2
Omni 2 is 10% smaller, offers Bluetooth streaming to multiple devices and a more powerful onboard sound program for handling background noise.
Both products offer strong underlying technology.
All Audicus products are fully programmable by a hearing professional. Unlike 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.
Your Audicus audiologist will access your hearing aid remotely if you need further adjustments.
Omni 2 is available through Audicus Premiere
Audicus offers an optional monthly membership option. This option is great for those who want the latest technology every few years.
- $149 per month
- Free upgrades every 18 months
- Cancel anytime
- Free supplies shipped to your home
- Loss or damage insurance
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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.
The tech inside
Audicus hearing aids come at a variety of tech levels. The top-end products (Spirit & Omni) include a rechargeable battery, Bluetooth streaming with both Apple and Android devices, and remote telecare adjustments.
All Audicus products automatically adapt to your environment, have clear sound quality and are fully customizable to your hearing loss.
Audicus Spirit and Omni hearing aids can be adjusted remotely by your audiologist.
Getting up close
Audicus hearing aids sit almost invisible behind the ear and offer easy to use button controls for volume and program changes.
Audicus Wave, Spirit and Omni also allow you to change the volume and program with a mobile app.
Overall notes:
Audicus has more than 7,000 reviews with an impressive average of 4.7 stars. Audicus 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.