Hi, I’m Blake Cadwell, co-founder of Soundly.com. Soundly was born out of my personal hearing journey—one that I suspect many of you might relate to.
In 2020, I decided it was time to treat my hereditary hearing loss. Like many others, I had waited years, hesitant and unsure about the process. But when I dove in, I was met with an unexpected reality: the search for hearing aids was confusing, overwhelming, and frustrating.
I found myself sifting through a maze of options—huge variations in prices, care models, and technology levels—all without a clear roadmap. Even as someone comfortable navigating online research, I spent countless hours just trying to figure out which way was up.
It didn’t take long to realize how many others must be stuck in this same cycle, unsure where to start or whom to trust.
That experience stayed with me. I knew there had to be a better way, so I teamed up with some incredibly talented audiologists and industry experts to create soundly.com. Our goal was simple: to make the first hours of hearing aid research simpler, clearer, and better.
Fast forward to today, and I’m incredibly proud of how far we’ve come. Soundly has grown into one of the most trusted online destinations for hearing health. Last year, over 2 million people visited our site to take our hearing test, research their options, and purchase products. Soundly has now been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, AARP, CNET, Forbes, Fortune, and more. But our proudest achievement? A large percentage of our customers come through word-of-mouth referrals—maybe that’s how you found us.
- 50+ hearing aid brands reviewed and rated by our team of hearing aid wearers and audiologists
- 200+ hours each month spent researching brands and care options
- 2,000,000 people shopped on Soundly in 2024
- 100% independently owned and operated
Read more about our company, services and process here.
- 50+ hearing aid brands reviewed and rated by our team of hearing aid wearers and audiologists
- 200+ hours each month spent researching brands and care options
- 2,000,000 people shopped on Soundly in 2024
- 100% independently owned and operated
Read more about our company, services and process here.
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Why Purchase Through Soundly
As you get started with Soundly, our goal is to make the process easy, personal, and supportive. We offer each customer a dedicated support team and offer a range of services that make shopping for hearing aids simpler.
Here are a few reasons people choose to shop with Soundly:
- Pre-Purchase Support: Before you buy, we offer a free online hearing test and the option to have our team review your results. We’ll help you understand which products are a good match—and you can explore your options using our detailed content and comparison tools.
- Easy Purchase Options: When you’re ready, you can complete your purchase through our online checkout or work directly with our experienced team over the phone.
- Guided Setup: Every order includes a one-on-one video or phone call with our audiology team. We’ll walk you through setup step by step—no matter which brand you choose.
- Price Drop Protection: If the price drops within 45 days of your purchase, we’ll refund the difference.
- Risk-Free Trials: Every hearing aid on Soundly comes with at least a 45-day trial and a simple, no-hassle return process. If it’s not the right fit, we’ll provide a prepaid return label and help guide you to what’s next. Some products, like Sennheiser All-Day Clear, even come with extended return windows up to 100 days.
Whether you're just beginning or ready to buy, we’re here to help you confidently navigate the options and find the best hearing solution for your needs.
Building a Community That Inspires and Educates
At Soundly, our mission goes beyond simplifying hearing aid research and shopping—we’re also dedicated to giving back to the hearing health community through creative projects and outreach. These initiatives allow us to bring attention to hearing health in fresh, engaging ways and to make a meaningful impact.
Inside The Ear
One project we’re especially proud of is our Inside the Ear video series. In this collaboration, our audiology team partnered with a talented animator to create visual, educational videos that bring the inner workings of the ear to life. These animations help viewers understand what hearing loss, tinnitus, and even earwax look like inside the ear, turning complex topics into clear, accessible visuals. These videos have been watched millions of times across social media, featured on public television, and even integrated into university coursework.
Roblox Hearing Aids
We’ve also taken hearing health into unexpected spaces. We recently launched a project that brought hearing aids to Roblox, the leading online gaming platform for kids in the United States. While Roblox previously offered over 1,000 glasses for game characters, it had no imaginative hearing aid options. Soundly gathered some talented designers to design imaginative hearing aids that players can add to their avatars’ outfits. This effort not only normalizes hearing aids but also celebrates them as an integral part of self-expression.
We’re Here to Support You
Whether you’re searching for hearing aids for the first time or researching your next pair after years of use, we’re grateful that you’ve chosen to spend time on Soundly.com.
Our mission is to support you at every step of your journey—through clear and reliable research, personalized care, or a one-on-one conversation.
If you have questions or need assistance, we’re here for you. Feel free to reach out to us at hello@soundly.com or text our main number at 1-213-460-1310. If you are a current customer,
We look forward to helping you navigate your hearing health journey with confidence.
