Widex Custom Hearing Aids
Background
Widex offers a full line of custom-molded, in-ear hearing aids built around the brand’s signature focus on natural sound quality.
Widex Custom hearing aids are made from a precise ear impression, resulting in a fit that’s tailored specifically to your ear.
Widex is widely respected for its sound philosophy, which prioritizes natural sound with minimal processing delay. This approach has made Widex a favorite among musicians, music lovers, and sound-sensitive users who want hearing aids that sound natural rather than overly processed.
Widex Custom models are available in several styles, from ultra-small, nearly invisible in-canal options to rechargeable models that support Bluetooth streaming. The lineup allows you to prioritize discretion, connectivity, or a balance of both.
Key Features
Custom Fit, Made for Your Ear
Every Widex Custom hearing aid is built from an impression of your ear, creating a personalized shell designed for long-term comfort and secure placement.
A custom shell can improve sound quality while reducing feedback, pressure points, and movement.
Widex Natural Sound Processing
Widex hearing aids are known for delivering natural sound with extremely low processing delay. Instead of aggressively reshaping audio, Widex aims to preserve the subtle details of speech and music so sound feels more open and realistic. The brand does this by speeding up the sound transmission from the outside world into your ear.
Widex Custom models are professionally programmed to support mild through severe hearing loss, with fine-tuning performed by a local hearing care provider.
Rechargeable or Ultra-Discrete Battery Options
Widex Custom hearing aids are available in multiple configurations:
- Rechargeable custom models with Bluetooth streaming and a charging case
- In-the-canal (ITC) and invisible-in-canal (IIC) models that use disposable batteries
- Smaller styles that sit deep in the ear canal for minimal visibility
Bluetooth Streaming (Rechargeable Models)
The latest rechargeable Widex custom hearing aids support Bluetooth streaming for phone calls, music, and media.
Widex Allure ITE R D connects to both iPhone and compatible Android phones, supporting Bluetooth streaming and app control. Streaming features may vary depending on your phone model and Bluetooth support.
Excellent Music Performance
Widex has a long-standing reputation for strong music performance, and this carries over into its custom hearing aids.
Many musicians and music lovers choose Widex for its fuller dynamics, cleaner tonal balance, and more natural handling of complex sounds compared to more aggressively processed systems.
If music quality is a major part of your listening life, Widex is often a standout option.
How Does the Sound Compare?
Widex Custom hearing aids emphasize speed and “naturalness” vs aggressive noise management. The hearing aids often sound more open compared to models like ReSound or Phonak which take a more active approach in noise management.
Because these are prescription devices, your hearing care provider can fine-tune the sound over time to match your preferences, environments, and changing hearing needs.
Is Widex Custom Right for You?
Widex Custom hearing aids are a great choice if you prefer in-ear styles and value a more natural, less processed sound. They’re often our top recommendation for musicians and audiophiles who care deeply about sound quality.
- Full-featured, premium hearing aids
- Includes an in-person hearing test at a local clinic
- Comes with Widex’s signature natural sound
- Available in a range of sizes and styles
- More expensive than OTC options
- Requires multiple appointments to get a custom mold
- Less robust background noise suppression in favor of open sound
- Regardless of size, Widex Moment hearing aids are fully customizable, prescription hearing aid appropriate for mild-severe hearing loss
- If you have profound hearing loss, you may be a better fit for high-powered Widex BTE hearing aids
- Widex hearing aids are prescription devices fit and programmed by a professional
- To create your custom hearing aids, a professional will take earmold impressions in a clinic or in your home. They will then send those impressions to the Widex manufacturing facility where a one-of-one replica will be created for your hearing aids
- After an initial fitting, you can connect with your care provider remotely through the Widex app (requires an additional accessory and is not available for the smallest CIC micro size)
- Widex has the fastest processing time among all major hearing aid manufacturers
- Widex is a favorite choice of musicians and audiophiles
- Widex Moment custom-molded devices sit comfortably in the ear. Some users with better hearing in lower frequencies prefer an open-fit behind-the-ear style hearing aid that allows more natural sound to pass into the ear canal
Learn more about the choice between in-the-ear vs. behind the ear styles here
- Sit inside the ear
- Available sizes include XP (larger), completely-in-canal (mid-sized), completely-in-canal micro (smallest)
- Widex Moment offers three color choices, including light beige, clay brown, and dark brown
Widex Moment hearing aids all use disposable batteries
- Widex XP (larger size) uses a 312 battery (lasts 7-10 days)
- Widex completely-in-canal and completely-in-canal micro use a size 10 battery (lasts 5-7 days)
- Widex does not offer Bluetooth streaming in any in-the-ear device at this time
- All sizes within the Widex Moment Custom Mold family require regular disposable battery changes and good dexterity. The smallest two sizes (CIC and CIC Micro) are especially difficult to manage due to their smaller size 10 battery.
- Widex Moment custom hearing aids are not advertised as water resistant. Keep these devices away from water when possible.
- Remote care: to access remote care, you'll need the RemoteLink neck loop and Widex Remote Care app (not available for CIC Micro)
- Customization: volume, programs, MySound personalization
- Tinnitus masking: created by your hearing care professional or using the Widex ZEN app
- Find my hearing aid: yes - app feature
- Health tracking: not available
- Start with a free local hearing test
Every Soundly RX journey begins with a free hearing test at a vetted clinic near you. We work with 6,500+ clinics nationwide, so care stays local and convenient - Access all major hearing aid brands
You’ll be able to explore the leading prescription hearing aid brands, with upfront pricing listed on Soundly so there are no surprises - Better pricing, already negotiated
Soundly offers transparent pricing that is typically 25%–40% lower than working directly with local clinics, without sacrificing quality or technology - Try hearing aids with a longer return window
If you decide to proceed with a pair of prescription hearing aids, you’ll have 60-days to return the devices, compared to the 30–45 days most clinics offer, giving you more time to be sure your choice is right - Purchase locally, with Soundly support
If you move forward, you’ll purchase your hearing aids through the local clinic using Soundly’s pricing. After that, our dedicated support team is available by phone and text for ongoing questions or guidance - The best of both worlds
You get local, in-person clinical care combined with Soundly’s online convenience, transparency, and ongoing support at every step
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