Oticon's Flagship Hearing Aids In 2023

Every few years, Oticon releases a new product and each line builds in more features plus supportive—and intelligent—tech additions. Oticon currently offers two flagship products.

• Oticon Real: Oticon's most popular behind-the-ear style hearing aid (announced in February 2023).
• Oticon Own: Oticon's most popular in-the-ear style hearing aid (announced in August 2022)

Let's take a closer look at both styles. If you are looking for pediatric or high-powered devices keep scrolling.

First up, Oticon Real.

In February 2023, Oticon Reallaunched and it’s quickly gaining traction as one of the most-respected hearing aids around the globe. Why is it so popular? Well, to begin this device is rechargeable and offers hands-free calling on iPhones and audio streaming on Android devices (Android users need to keep their phone close by to pick up their voice). 

These features are important for everyday living, but what makes the Oticon Real stand out is how the device holds and processes sound. Typically, most hearing aids quell background noises and prioritize speech, but Oticon Real enriches the brain with a robust sound landscape. In fact, the brand says that a user can hear 30% more sound with the Oticon Real devices.

Okay so—that sounds  impressive. How exactly does Oticon achieve better clarity AND more soound? The brand used a 360 spherical microphone to capture sounds from 12 million life situations—yep, that number is correct—and then utilizes that sound to train the computer within the hearing aids. 

Which means, hearing aid wearers experience a more natural sound environment that lets in the sounds and noise of daily living instead of shutting them out.

A Closer Look At Oticon Real Technology

• Oticon Real hearing aids are Bluetooth enabled and connect to Apple devices and most Android devices.
• Oticon Real hearing aids now offer fully hands-free calling on iPhone. Use an Android phone? You can still listen to a call through your device, but will need to hold the smartphone to capture your own voice.
• Oticon incorporates leading artificial intelligence features to analyze settings and match it to one of 12 million soundscapes.
• Oticon’s new Sudden Sound Stabilizer reduces loud noises like buzzers, dogs barking, or loud bangs (think, dishes clanging). The brand states that this element reduces listening effort by 22% in particularly noisy situations.
• Speaking of noise, the Oticon app has volume and setting controls that enables remote audiology visits after your initial fitting. FYI: You can also use the Oticon app to turn your phone into a remote microphone. 
• Oticon Real hearing aids come in rechargeable and non-rechargeable models. The rechargeable model has 16-22 hours of power with three hours of charge, and a 30-minute quick charge can provide an additional six hours of power.
• Travel-friendly Oticon Real hearing aids come with a recharging case that also carries an  additional cordless charge. 

Next up, Oticon Own.

The biggest difference between Oticon Own and Oticon Real is the form factor.

Oticon Own packs underlying technology from Oticon's previous generation (Oticon More) into tiny, custom molded in-the-ear devices. Oticon Own uses much of the same AI-powered sound processing as Oticon Real with a slightly older chip and algorithm.

You'll still get the same strong background noise reduction and open sound quality with these devices.

Oticon Own custom hearing aids come in 5 sizes, from invisible to full-shell. The overall sound processing is mostly the same throughout the line, but some technology like Bluetooth and app controls are only available in larger sizes.

Each Oticon Hearing Aid Comes With Multiple Tech Levels

Here's a look at how Oticon's technology levels impact functionality and price.

Other Oticon Hearing Aids

Most users in 2023 will opt for Oticon Real or Oticon Own but the brand offers several specialty products including high-powered hearing aid for profound loss, a CROS hearing aid for single-sided hearing loss and an impressive pediatrics line.

Sony currently sells two different hearing aids.

Sony CRE-C10 - Invisible Style Hearing Aid - $999

Sony’s smaller CRE-C10 devices are nearly invisible but do not offer Bluetooth streaming or rechargeable batteries.

CRE-C10 uses a size 10 disposable battery that offers over 70 hours of continuous wear. Size 10 batteries are widely available and commonly used in small devices.

The only smaller OTC device on the market now is the rechargeable product from Eargo.

According to Sony, the CRE-C10 has prescription-level sound quality, and I tend to believe them since the product looks a whole lot like another proven WSA-owned European device called Vibe.

CRE-C10 hearing aids can be customized using a hearing assessment given through the Sony Hearing Control app. Customers will also use the app to change the volume and make sound quality adjustments.

At the time of this writing, CRE-C10 can be pre-ordered with an estimated arrival of late October.

Sony CRE-E10 - Rechargeable With Streaming - $1,299

For anyone looking for a headphone/hearing aid crossover, Sony has CRE-E10.

CRE-E10 is larger and more visible in the ear but comes with rechargeable batteries that allow 26 hours of continuous use and Bluetooth streaming from iOS devices. CRE-E10 does not allow streaming from Android devices at this time. One would hope this feature will come quickly.

CRE-E10 hearing aids come with a recharging case and various domes meant to fit every kind of ear. The larger and more headphone-like CRE-E10 appeals to wearers who want a situational product, and CRE-E10 is an alternative to something like Jabra Enhance Plus.  

CRE-E10 is not available for purchase at the time of this writing, but you can enter your email to get an alert when it hits the open market. Sony has indicated that CRE-C10 will be available to the public sometime this winter.

The Latest ReSound Hearing Aids

ReSound rolls out a new product line every few years. Each new line has more features and smarter tech.

ReSound NEXIA is the company's current flagship product. As of this writing, ReSound NEXIA is only available in hearing aids that sit behind the ear.

If you want a custom-molded hearing aid, you'll need to consider another brand (Starkey is the leader) or go back to their previous generation of hearing aids, ReSound OMNIA. If you want more information on ReSound's custom options you can explore them here.

Whether you are considering a hearing aid for the first time or a long-time ReSound wearer, the ReSound OMNIA has some exciting technology to offer in 2022.

Bluetooth compatibility

ReSound NEXIA hearing aids stream audio from Android and iPhone devices. If you have a recent iPhone, you can also use your ReSound OMNIA for hands-free calling (no need to hold your phone).

Battery-powered or rechargeable options

ReSound hearing aids come with rechargeable batteries that allow 30+ hours of life on one charge (depending on streaming). If you are one of the people who prefer disposable batteries the ReSound NEXIA also comes with a 312 or 13 battery.

Remote programming

ReSound hearing aids are programmable remotely after your first fitting appointment.

Sound quality

ReSound hearing aids have a wide range of features to give you clear sound quality. The most notable innovation is M&RIE, the new 3rd microphone they've placed on the hearing aid receiver to capture the natural sounds that enter your ear.

New, More Powerful Ultra Focus

ReSound NEXIA includes a new Ultra Focus Mode that increases speech clarity in background noise by 150%. That means the wearer can understand the same amount of speech with an 8.6 dB increase in background noise volume. The Ultra Focus Mode is especially intended for situations where you are facing the person speaking (think restaurants and meetings).

ReSound offers the ReSound NEXIA three technology levels. To note, if you’re looking to go up a tech level with your hearing device, that means you’ll receive more technology capabilities for an increased price. This can be a confusing price model—especially if you’re looking for your first hearing aid—but it is currently the standard across brands.

Before we take a look at individual levels, every level (regardless of cost) in the ReSound NEXIA family has strong underlying technology that also includes Bluetooth connectivity and rechargeable batteries.

ReSound NEXIA tech levels:

• ReSound NEXIA 9: The highest tier in the ReSound NEXIA line. This tech level is made specifically for people who engage in an active lifestyle—think, travel, sports, work, and social activities—which includes hanging out in groups. If you plan to get the maximum sound clarity and versatility from your hearing aid, this is the one.
• ReSound NEXIA 7: This next option comes with many of the bells and whistles from NEXIA 9. The difference? NEXIA 7 offers less customizations and fewer automatic program changes.
• ReSound NEXIA 5: Now, this is the lowest level in the NEXIA family. How is this level different from NEXIA 9 or NEXIA 7? The NEXIA 5 has much less automatic program switching and does not come with a third microphone in the ear. This level is a solid option that’s customizable with a lower price tag. 

Signia Hearing Aids

Like most hearing aid brands out there, Signia releases a new product every few years. And similar to other brands, each new line incorporates new features and leading tech. To start, we’ll look at the Signia flagship.

Most Popular: Signia Pure Charge&Go AX

Since its release in May 2021, the Signia Pure Charge&Go AX has become one of the much-loved (and quite popular) hearing aids across the globe. What makes it such a fan favorite? The hearing aid incorporates hands-free calling for iPhone users and audio streaming on Android phones.

Now, let’s talk about size. Pure Charge&Go AX is perhaps one of the smallest behind-the-ear devices available to consumers worldwide. That’s not all: The device’s battery charge is extremely impressive as it holds a 40-hour charge, to boot. 

So, what’s the technology behind this device? To start, Pure Charge&Go AX limits background noise (it utilizes motion detection to do so and gather information on the user’s surroundings) as the wearer moves from one area or activity to the next. Which means, the hearing device can sense when a wearer is sitting down or moving, and therefore, the hearing aid makes choices based on the setting.

If you experience single-sided deafness, Signia also offers CROS functionality. For example, CROS quickly passes sound from one side of your head to your ear with better hearing.

Additional Innovative Form Factors

There’s more on tap from Signia. Besides their behind-the-ear hearing aid design, the brand also has four uniquely designed form factors (which have won the brand several design awards globally, too).

In The Ear With Bluetooth and Rechargeable Batteries: Signia Insio Charge&Go AX

Say hello to the Insio Charge&Go AX, a custom-molded device that is the sibling to the popular behind the ear model. The hearing aid also uses the same underlying technology and dual processing but comes in a small, earbud-like custom molded form. That being said, the custom device has 20 hours of built-in battery life and allows phone and music streaming from both iPhone and Android models.

A Hearing Aid Inspired By Style: Signia Styletto X

Style and fashion collide with the Styletto X model. This product has a unique design for the hearing health category—with a sleek device that looks more like a tech gadget than a medical device—and it’s a big favorite among style-seeking customers. Styletto mingles fashion-led design with all of the important features you need, like Bluetooth streaming, rechargeability, and clear speech in background noise.

Invisible Hearing Aids Without a Custom Mold: Signia Silk X

If you’re considering an invisible hearing aid, this is the ticket. As the majority of audiologist-prescribed invisible hearing aids do in fact require a custom ear imprint, this device breaks the mold with its design and tech. The Signia Silk X utilizes Click Sleeves to match the size of the wearer’s ear canal in order to make the device ready to wear. Which means, the Click Sleeves majorly decreases costs and waiting time.

One Part Headphones, One Part Hearing Aids: Signia Active X

Typically, hearing aids are designed and intended to wear throughout the day. The Active X thinks outside of the box in that sense: It’s a hearing aid that is part bluetooth headphone with all the sound quality of a hearing aid (pretty cool, huh?). So, this device is meant to be worn a la a Bluetooth headset and can be put in at any point when you need additional acoustics support.

Overarching Notes on Signia’s Technology

Signia’s offerings are both impressive, state-of-the-art, and varied. With many options to choose from and research deeper (based on your lifestyle), there’s something for everyone.

Choosing Signia Products

Signia has a full range of hearing aids and devices, from a chic invisible style to a sleek behind-the-ear product. But, which one is right for you and your health goals? Let’s take a look below.

In order to consider a style (for you), browse the varying technology levels that could potentially suit your needs.

• Signia Pure Charge&Go 7AX is the top premium technology level available, which includes a complete set of sound processing features, including motion detection, speech focus, and 48 channels of customization. Do you often travel or spend time in groups? This top-end level will match your lifestyle. Note: This top tier model will have higher costs than the other two levels below.
• Signia Pure Charge&Go 5AX is the second technology level on deck and has many of the core features on tap. This is to say that the 5AX has 32 customizable channels (for your audiologist), but it does lose some functionality to process high-frequency sounds. If you tend to socialize (or work) with mid-sized groups outside and at home, this device is a solid option.‍
• Signia Pure Charge&Go 3AX is the third and final technology level available and also has many of the core features available. So, you can find that the 3AX has 24 channels to customize, but it does not offer the highest level of speech focus (which can be tricky if you work in groups). If you spend most of your time at home or in small social settings (think, one-to-one groups or meetings), this hearing aid is for you.

Starkey Hearing Aids and Latest Technology

Consumers can expect new technology innovations—and products—from Starkey every few years. For example, in early 2023 the brand released the Genesis AI line which blends a hearing aid with a digital assistant and health tracker. It’s like an Apple Watch but for your ears. 

So, how exactly are these hearing aid devices like a fitness tracker? Well, the Genesis Al counts steps, sends meeting reminders, detects falls, and even transcribes conversations. And that’s not all: Genesis Al has a beta translation feature that can translate conversations in real time.

Starkey Genesis Al Offerings

Considering Starkey? You'll start by choosing a style.

Below, we’ll break down Genesis Al’s full line up of hearing aids. With a range of sizes and styles, take a look at the most common fit types Starkey offers.

Genesis AI Behind the Ear and Receiver In Canal (RIC and BTE)

• Bluetooth capabilities
• Includes a rechargeable battery (up to 51 hours)
• Fitness tracking and virtual assistant features
• Capability for audiologist to make live remote adjustments

Genesis AI Invisible Hearing Aid (IIC)

• Tiny size makes it truly invisible,
• Uses a disposable size 10 battery
• Best for mild to moderately-severe hearing loss
• Does not allow Bluetooth streaming
• Allows remote programming after your first in-person visit
• Includes fitness tracking and personal assistant options  

Genesis AI Completely In Canal Hearing Aid (CIC)

• Slightly larger than the entirely invisible style
• Uses a disposable size 10 or 312 battery
• Best for mild to moderately-severe hearing loss
• Smallest device on the market that allows Bluetooth streaming. Some people do not like the way the antenna looks sticking out of the ear. You can opt for the non, Bluetooth option if you prefer.
• Allows for two-way phone audio (like Airpods)
• Allows remote programming after your first in-person visit
• Includes fitness tracking and personal assistant options  

Genesis AI Half Shell and Full Shell Hearing Aid

• The larger size that fills half of the ear or the full ear
• Includes a rechargeable battery
• Best for mild to severe hearing loss
• Allows Bluetooth streaming and two-way phone audio
• Allows remote programming after your first in-person visit
• Includes fitness tracking and personal assistant options  

Next, you will need to select a technology level.

Starkey offers each of the above styles at four technology levels. Each time you go up a level, you get more features for an increased price.

The good news is that every level in the Starkey line of hearing aids has strong underlying technology and full customization to your hearing loss. We have some additional information on prices below.

Genesis AI 24

• Has 24 programming channels for more refined customization
• Offers 35dB wind noise reduction
• Offers 22 dB speech in noise reduction
• Offers all special features like Edge Mode, fitness tracking, tap control, translation, assistant, and transcription

Genesis AI 20

• Has 20 programming channels for customization
• Offers 19dB wind noise reduction
• Offers 12 dB speech in noise reduction
• Does not offer tap control or translation but does offer Edge Mode, transcription and assistant

Genesis AI 16

• Has 16 programming channels for customization
• Offers 10 dB wind noise reduction
• Offers 8 dB speech in noise reduction
• Does not offer transcription, tap control or translation but does offer Edge Mode and assistant

Genesis AI 12 (big feature drop off)

• Has 12 programming channels for customization
• Offers 10 dB wind noise reduction
• Offers 8 dB speech in noise reduction
• Does not offer Edge Mode, assistant, transcription, translation or tap control

Current Widex Hearing Aid Models

Widex releases a new product line every few years. Each line has updated features and better sound quality.

Widex launched the Widex Moment Sheer line of products in September 2022. Moment Sheer offers rechargeable batteries and Bluetooth connection but skips some more adventurous features that Starkey and ReSound added with their latest products.

The biggest advancement in the Widex Moment Sheer line is speed of sound-processing. Moment processes sound in .5 milliseconds. The next closest competitor is 10X slower at 5 milliseconds.

I talked to Sr. Director of Audiology Dana Helmink about why speed matters so much to Widex. She explained that the speed at which sound goes from the microphone on your hearing aid to the receiver in your ear has a lot to do with how "digital" or artificial the sound in your ears feels.

She explained that people have just gotten used to hearing aids having a particular “radio-quality” sound in other hearing aids and have accepted it.

That digital feeling is our brain perceiving a time gap between the natural sound that comes in through our ears and the sound our hearing aids produce. By increasing the processing speed, Widex increases sound clarity and creates a natural soundscape.  

Widex Hearing Aids and Music

One benefit of Widex's low-latency sound is better music quality. Many hearing aid wearers find that traditional devices distort the sound of music in an effort to reduce "background noise" at a live performance.

Widex Moment Sheer achieves its natural sound quality through its Zero Delay and Pure Sound technology (branded terms to describe processing speed). These technologies speed up the processing and deliver a less distorted and smoother, more authentic sound quality.

Let’s take a closer look at the Widex Moment Sheer lineup.

Widex Moment Sheer hearing aids come in several shapes and sizes. Each device uses the latest Widex computer chip system (the brain), but the hardware varies. If you are interested in Widex, you'll get your choice of five form factors.

Widex's custom hearing aids come in three sizes, from completely in the canal to a larger earbud size.

The overall sound processing is the same throughout the line, but some technology like Bluetooth and rechargeable batteries is only available in larger sizes. Here are the features from left to right:

‍Widex Moment - Receiver In Canal

• Most popular style that is best for mild to severe hearing loss
• Rechargeable
• Stream phone calls, music, and podcasts from Android or Apple devices
• Sits comfortably behind the ear and has buttons or an app for volume changes

‍Widex Moment - Behind The Ear

• Made for people with a wide range of hearing loss from mild to severe or profound
• Comes with disposable or rechargeable batteries
• Allows streaming through Apple and Android
• Sits behind the ear with buttons or an app for volume changes

Widex Moment Completely In Canal Micro

• Smallest size, nearly invisible
• Custom molded to fit your ear
• Uses a disposable size 10 battery
• Best for mild to severe hearing loss
• Does not allow Bluetooth streaming
• Volume and program control through a Widex app or remote control
• Does not allow remote programming

<Widex Moment Completely In Canal

• Second smallest size
• Custom molded to fit your ear
• Uses a disposable size 10 battery
• Best for mild to severe hearing loss
• Does not allow Bluetooth streaming
• Volume and program control through a Widex app or remote control
• Allows remote programming
• Best for those who want a small hearing aid with remote programming
• Compatible with a wide range of Widex accessories

Widex Moment XP

• Largest custom molded device
• Uses a disposable size 312 battery for 2-3 days longer life
• Best for mild to severe hearing loss
• Does not allow Bluetooth streaming
• Volume and program control through a Widex app or remote control
• Allows remote programming
• Best for those with dexterity challenges and a need for longer battery life

Widex hearing aids also come in a variety of technology levels.

Widex offers each of the above styles at four technology levels. Each time you go up a level, you get more features for an increased price.

Widex Moment Sheer 440 - is the top technology level available in the line. The 440 comes with a complete set of sound processing features, including wind noise reduction, speech enhancement, and 15 adjustment bands of customization for your audiologist. If you regularly travel or spend time in groups, this top-end level will probably be worth the additional cost.

Widex Moment 330 - is the second technology level available and comes with most of the core features available. The 330 has 12 channels of customization for your audiologist to work with and loses some ability to process high-frequency sounds and adjust for wind noise. If you spend time in mid-sized groups and at home, this product is an excellent choice.

Widex Moment 220 - is the third technology level available and comes with most of the core features available. The 220 has 10 channels and does not offer the highest level of speech enhancement. If you spend the most time in 1-1 settings or at home, this product will work well for you.

Widex Moment 110 - is the base technology level available and comes with many of the core features available. The 110 has 6 channels and does not offer several features that help to manage background noise. If you are looking for a budget option and have simple listening needs, this could be a good choice.

Widex Apps

Widex has three apps that support Widex hearing aid users, depending on their needs. All Widex apps are available via iPhone and Android phones.

The Widex Moment™ app is the main app you'll access as a remote control and personalization features.

The Widex ZEN app will help you find the right tinnitus masking sounds. For remote programming, you'll need the.

Widex Remote Care app. Apart from the Widex Moment™ app, the brand offers two other apps that serve specific purposes.

Widex Accessories

Widex offers a suite of hearing aid accessories to assist with specific or challenging listening situations. In most cases you'll need to purchase accessories through your hearing care professional.

Charger - Most hearing aids come with a recharging case.

Sound Assist - Multi-purpose microphone that doubles as a remote control.

TV Play - Streams TV audio directly to your hearing aids.

Com - Dex - Streams audio directly from a partner mic at a distance.

RC-Dex - A discreet remote control you can carry in your pocket or bag for on-the-go adjustments.

Form factor: Eargo is for someone who wants the smallest hearing aid possible. If you are focused on something other than form factor, there are more feature-rich products on the market for less money. Check out Jabra Enhance Select for reference.

Mild to moderate hearing loss: Eargo is for people with mild-moderate hearing loss. If you have severe hearing loss, these hearing aids will not give you enough amplification.

Somewhat tech-savvy: Eargo is for someone comfortable using a smartphone app. If you prefer hands-on setup and support without needing a smartphone, Eargo likely isn't for you. The product is intuitive (even easy for some), but it requires a basic tech-savvy level.

Eargo 7

Eargo 7 builds on some significant improvements that came with Eargo 6 (water resistance and background noise management).

Here are some of the important technical notes for Eargo 7.

OTC With Benefits - Like previous generations, Eargo hearing aids are programmed using a smartphone app and onboard hearing test. You can also text or call an Eargo audiologist for remote adjustments.

SoundAdjust+ - Eargo now gives you more control over background noise with modes for speech and comfort and filter level controls (see more below).

Rechargeability - Eargo 7 has a really impressive 16-hour battery life, and the recharging case carries another two days of power (similar to AirPods).  

More Volume Control - One complaint I've had about Eargo in the past is that the app allows less volume change than I'd like. Thankfully, Eargo 7 doubles the volume adjustment range from previous models.

Jabra Hearing Aid Options

Let's start with the basics. Jabra offers three hearing aids at this time: Jabra Enhance Plus, Jabra Enhance Select, and Jabra Enhance Pro.

Let's take a closer look.

Jabra Enhance Plus

OTC, Earbud-Style Device

Jabra Enhance Plus combines Jabra's headphone legacy and the hearing aid experience from GN.

The $799 product looks and operates like a traditional set of Bluetooth headphones but is self-customized to your hearing loss and can alternate between amplifying the sounds around you and playing music.

Think of this product as a hearing aid/headphone hybrid. It won't fully replace the need for hearing aids but offers a great starting point for someone who needs support in specific situations.

In my experience, Jabra Enhance Plus works best for a few hours at a time.

It is great for quiet conversations or TV watching. The in-ear design can create a boomy sound to your own voice, and I don't find Jabra Enhance Plus as comfortable as behind-the-ear styles for long stretches.

Jabra Enhance Plus devices connect to the Jabra Enhance Plus app, which will administer a hearing test and customize the devices to match your hearing loss. This device is sold over the counter and does not require a doctor's visit.

Important note: Streaming to the Jabra Enhance Plus app is currently only available through iOS devices.

Jabra Enhance Select

Quality Care Through Telehealth

Jabra Enhance Select (previously named Lively) offers one of the best values in the hearing aid market. The brand operates 100% online through Telehealth.

Jabra Enhance hearing aids are Bluetooth-enabled, rechargeable, and less than half the cost of the same technology in a local office. The brand also offers an industry-leading 100-day money-back guarantee.

How it works:

✔️ Start with a hearing test on Jabra’s website or send in an up-to-date audiogram.

✔️ With your test in hand, Jabra will program your hearing aids and ship them to you.

✔️ If you need further adjustments, Jabra’s hearing team will tune your program remotely.

✔️ Jabra offers 3 years of unlimited follow-up care with all purchases.

Price: $1,195 for a pair of battery-powered, $1,595 for a pair of rechargeable, $1,995 for rechargeable with the most premium sound quality.

If you have mild to moderate hearing loss, are on a budget, and want an audiologist to program your hearing aids to match your hearing loss, this is one of the most compelling products on the market.

Jabra Enhance Pro

Professional Quality Through Costco

Jabra Enhance Pro is a behind-the-ear style product offered exclusively at Costco. Costco members can get Jabra Enhance Pro hearing aids start at $1,799 for a pair and include a standard recharge hearing case. You can upgrade to a premium case for an additional charge.

Jabra Enhance Pro is nearly identical to ReSound's OMNIA device. Currently ReSound OMNIA is my go-to hearing aid; you can read my full product review here.

The most significant innovation in the Jabra Enhance Pro is the addition of a third microphone that sits inside the ear.

Most hearing aids only have two microphones placed on the body of their devices. The additional Jabra microphone allows the natural shape of your ear to impact sound quality.

Customers who choose Jabra Enhance Pro are basically selecting a ReSound hearing aid through Costco.

Bose Hearing Aids

Fast Facts About Bose Hearing Aids

• Lexie and retailers like Best Buy sell Bose hearing aids for $999 and $849 per pair (compared to $3K-$8K industry average).
• The more expensive model comes with rechargeable batteries while the less expensive model uses a disposable 312 battery that lasts 5-7 days.
• B2 hearing aids allow Bluetooth streaming for iPhone users while B1 hearing aids do not allow for Bluetooth streaming.
• This product is fully programmed at home with the app. No audiologist.
• Bose hearing aids are water-resistant and include background noise reduction.
• Bose hearing aids have two microphones on each device to allow for directional control.

My Bose Hearing Aids arrived about 4 days after I ordered them online. They came in a simple well designed box.  

The box contains two grey hearing aids (currently the only color). The case feels quality and has a nice magnetic snap. The case is for storage only and does not charge your hearing aids.

The rest of the box contents are pretty standard, including a brush for maintenance, a single pack of 312 size batteries or a recharge case with a plug in cable.

Once your hearing aids are powered up (using disposable or rechargeable batteries) you will pair them with the Lexie Hearing app on your iPhone or Android device.