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Tinnitus—or ringing in the ears—can range from mildly annoying to deeply disruptive. What many folks don’t realize is that tinnitus and hearing loss are usually connected. In fact, about 90% of people with tinnitus also have some degree of hearing loss.
In this guide, we’ll break down the connection between hearing loss and tinnitus and walk you through the best hearing aids on the market for tinnitus relief.
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Read more about our company, services and process here.
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The Best Prescription Hearing Aids for Tinnitus Support
We’ll start with our top in-clinic products for tinnitus support. These brands are commonly recommended by audiologists because they pair excellent hearing performance with dedicated tinnitus features and therapies.
- Widex Allure – A longstanding leader in tinnitus management, best known for its Zen therapy with soothing, chime-like fractal tones.
- Signia – Offers an innovative approach called Notch Therapy, designed to retrain the brain and reduce tinnitus perception over time.
- ReSound Vivia – Comes with a dedicated tinnitus app (ReSound Relief) and strong masking options, including layered nature and broadband sounds.
- Phonak Lyric – Doesn’t include streaming or masking, but is worn 24/7, even while sleeping, which can provide consistent relief and support for nighttime tinnitus.
Widex Allure
Widex Allure
- Known for one of the most natural sound profiles in the industry
- Advanced sound personalization with AI-driven adjustments
- Available in discreet RIC and custom in-ear styles
Widex Allure is widely recognized for delivering one of the most natural, lifelike sound experiences in the prescription category. In both lab testing and real-world use, it consistently ranks among the top-performing devices for sound clarity and listening comfort.
Widex has long focused on preserving natural sound, and the Allure platform continues that legacy with modern AI-driven personalization.
In-Clinic Fitting
Widex Allure devices are professionally fit and fine-tuned by a hearing care provider, ensuring sound is customized to your exact hearing profile and preferences.
Rechargeable with Bluetooth
Allure supports Bluetooth connectivity and hands-free streaming, with rechargeable options and a range of form factors including RIC, BTE, and custom in-ear styles.
App Programming
Widex’s SoundSense Learn technology uses real-time feedback and AI to adjust sound preferences, allowing users to personalize their listening experience beyond standard presets.
Sound Quality
This is where Widex stands out most. Sound is extremely natural and balanced, with less “processed” feel compared to some competitors. It performs especially well in music and conversational environments.
Notes & Watchouts
- Less aggressive noise reduction than some competitors (more natural vs. filtered sound)
- Performance in very noisy environments may not be as strong as AI-heavy competitors
- Includes an in-person hearing test at a local clinic
Bottom line: Widex Allure is ideal for users who prioritize natural, lifelike sound quality and personalization over heavy noise filtering or automation.
- Focused on sound quality, delivering clear sound with the lowest delay in the industry.
- Includes industry leading tinnitus features.
- Widex Allure hearing aids come with rechargeable batteries and Bluetooth streaming capabilities.
- Only sold through local clinics. Remote adjustments require an additional accessory.
- Widex offers a premium product at a premium price that may be out of budget for some.
- Less advanced smartphone app
- Widex Allure is a fully customizable, prescription hearing aid appropriate for mild to severe hearing loss.
- Custom earmolds are often recommended for severe hearing loss to provide superior comfort, improved sound quality, and reduced feedback.
- Widex Allure is a prescription device that is fitted and programmed by a Hearing Care Professional (HCP).
- Widex Allure allows for remote follow-up programming
- Widex has the fastest processing time among all major hearing aid manufacturers.
- Widex is a popular choice for musicians and audiophiles.
- Allure includes new sound-processing features to improve background noise performance.
- Widex Allure comes in three styles: Receiver-in-canal (RIC), Behind-the-ear (BTE), and Custom.
- Widex Allure is one of the smallest RIC devices on the market.
- The hearing instrument sits behind the ear, and a receiver (speaker) extends from the hearing aid into the ear canal.
- Choose between ten color options, including neutral colors (black, grey, silver, various skin-tone shades)
- Widex Allure comes with rechargeable batteries only.
- BTE style provides 32 hours full charge with 5 hours of streaming. Custom style provides 19 hours with 5 hours of streaming.
- Allure RIC style provides 27 hours on a 4-hour full charge (without streaming).
- Widex Allure supports Bluetooth LE Audio for next-gen streaming and improved battery performance.
- AppleiOS® and Android™ users can enjoy hands-free calling.
- Streaming is more stable thanks to a dedicated compressor that separates media and environmental sounds.
- Allureis Auracast-ready in all styles, pending a future firmware update.
- Widex Allure is designed for ease of use, though like all behind-the-ear styles, it requires placing the device behind the ear and inserting the receiver or the custom earmold into the ear canal.
- Allure features a redesigned push button for convenient volume and program adjustments on the go.
- Widex Allure is water resistant with a rating of IP68.
- This hearing aid can withstand dust and water submersion in one meter of water for up to 30 minutes.
- Remote care: Allure hearing aid fittings and adjustments must be performed in-person by a hearing care professional. Fittings and adjustments must be done in-person or using a special neck loop necessary.
- Customization: Adjust volume, programs, directionality, and sound profile using the Allure app; includes AI Quick and Sound Assistants
- Tinnitus masking: Available through your hearing care professional
- Find my hearing aid: Yes – built-in app feature shows last known location and Bluetooth proximity
- Health tracking: Not available
Signia Pure Charge&Go MaX
Signia Pure Charge&Go MaX
- Excellent all-around sound processing—one of our top picks
- 39-hour battery life on a single charge
- Compact design: one of the smallest receiver-in-canal (RIC) devices available
- Custom-programmed by an audiologist at your local clinic
Signia Pure Charge&Go MaX is a premium prescription hearing aid designed to keep conversations clear while maintaining awareness of your surroundings. Its Acoustic Intelligence™ technology automatically adapts to speech, background noise, your own voice, and changing environments.
Sound Quality
MaX uses four intelligent processing systems to enhance speech and manage competing sounds in real time. It also helps keep your own voice sounding natural and comfortable.
Rechargeable with Bluetooth
Offers up to 30 hours of rechargeable battery life and supports direct streaming from compatible iPhone® and Android™ devices, including Bluetooth® Classic and LE Audio.
App Programming
The Signia One app lets you adjust settings and personalize your sound preferences based on your listening needs.
Notes & Watchouts
- Designed for conversations and busy social settings
- Up to 30 hours of battery life
- Automatically adapts to changing environments
- Includes telecoil connectivity
Bottom line: A strong premium option for active users who want clear conversations, natural sound, and reliable connectivity throughout the day.
- Among the smallest body size on the market
- Second longest battery with 39 hours per charge
- Excellent in background noise
- Fully customizable with premium sound processing
- Does not include a Find My Hearing Aids feature
- Signia Pure Charge&Go is a fully customizable, prescription hearing aid appropriate for mild-severe hearing loss
- If you have severe hearing loss, your care provider may fit you with a custom earmold to reduce feedback
- If you have profound hearing loss, you may be a better fit for a high-powered BTE style hearing aid
- Signia Pure Charge&Go is a prescription device fit and programmed by a professional
- After an initial fitting, you can connect with your care provider remotely through the Signia app
- Signia uses a unique Split Processing technique helps isolate background noise and boost speech clarity
- Signia's Own Voice Processing (OVP) helps take the edge off of that uncomfortable sound quality of the user's own voice that many patients experience when adjusting to hearing aids
- Signia Pure Charge&Go comes in in a small and comfortable receiver-in-canal style that is easy to wear all day
- We prefer Signia's dome tips to other brands for comfort and performance
- Sits behind the ear with a receiver (speaker) that reaches into the ear canal
- Signia Pure Charge&Go is one of the smallest receiver-in-canal hearing aids on the market
- Choose between ten color schemes including: Black, Graphite, Dark Champagne, Silver, Pearl White, Fine Gold, Deep Brown, Sandy Brown, Rose Gold and Beige
- Choose between disposable and rechargeable batteries
- 36+ hours on a full charge
- Popular charger options: Portable charger with induction charging, or plugin Dry & Clean charger
- Signia Pure Charge&Go BCT IX uses Bluetooth Classic to connect with a wide variety of phones and devices
- Signia upgraded their connection strategy in 2025 and is now among the most connected hearing aids in the industry
- Signia Pure Charge&Go 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)
- Signia Pure Charge&Go uses a pin charger with magnets that makes daily charging fairly easy
- Signia Pure Charge&Go 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
- Signia Assistant: Built in app feature that uses natural language to prompt changes
- Remote care: Included in the Signia app (not a separate app)
- Customization: Treble/bass, volume, microphone directionality, Signia Assistant
- Tinnitus masking: Customizable options through your hearing care professional
- Find my hearing aid: Not available
- Health tracking: Step tracking, activity (e.g., high intensity versus low), and wear time
ReSound Sensia
ReSound Sensia
- One of the most advanced AI-powered hearing aids available
- Compact receiver-in-canal design
- Auracast-ready with next-generation Bluetooth support
ReSound Sensia is built for users who prioritize advanced sound processing and future-ready connectivity. It’s one of the most innovative devices in the prescription category today.
In-Clinic Fitting
These hearing aids are fit and tuned by a professional, allowing for precise customization based on your hearing profile.
Rechargeable with Bluetooth
Sensia supports next-gen Bluetooth, including Auracast, and offers reliable all-day battery life.
App Programming
ReSound’s app provides a strong mix of user controls and professional adjustments, making it easy to fine-tune settings as needed.
Sound Quality
Sensia performs especially well in dynamic environments, using AI to adapt to changing sound conditions and improve speech clarity.
Notes & Watchouts
- Availability of Auracast features may vary
- Includes an in-person hearing test at a local clinic
Bottom line: ReSound Sensia is a great option for users who want advanced AI sound processing and future-ready connectivity.
- Great for background noise management
- Auracast compatible
- Small form factor and an optional 3rd microphone in the ear
- 30-hours of battery life
- More expensive compared to direct to consumer and OTC options
- ReSound Sensia is fully customizable, prescription hearing aid appropriate for mild to severe hearing loss.
- ReSound Sensia pairs with CROS for patients with single-sided deafness, transmitting sound from the non-hearing side to the better hearing side.
- ReSound Sensia comes in different styles and colors, to find an option that fits both your hearing needs and your personal taste.
- If you have profound hearing loss, you may be a better suited for ReSound Enzo Q.
- ReSound Sensia is a prescription hearing aid that is fitted and programmed by a Hearing Care Professional (HCP).
- ReSound Sensia offers a trio technologies that automatically adapt to your surroundings in their premium level.
- AcoustIQ continuously monitors your surroundings and automatically adjusts sound settings.
- Four synchronized microphones form a front facing beam that helps you focus naturally on sounds.
- Latest AI-powered denoising technology brings speech to the forefront while making background noise less distracting.
- ReSound Sensia comes in a comfortable receiver in-canal style designed for all day comfort.
- Offers AllFit domes for better acoustic fit.
- Sits behind the ear with a receiver (speaker) that extends into the ear canal.
- Choose from a variety of colors – sparkling silver, sand, gold, bronze, warm grey, graphite, espresso, deep black, navy blue and red.
- Rechargeable RIC comes with a desktop charger.
- Premium charger available with an integrated battery for charging on the go.
- Fully charged hearing aids provide up to 24 hours of battery life.
- Non-rechargeable RIC comes in a 13 or 312 battery style.
- Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Audio.
- Auracast broadcast audio streaming connecting users to hear streamed public announcements directly to their hearing aids through the ReSound Smart 3D app.
- MFi (Made For iPhone) and Direct Audio Streaming with Android and hands-free calling with iPhone 11 or later.
- Like all behind the ear (BTE) styles, it requires the wearer to position the hearing aid comfortably behind the ear and insert the receiver into the ear canal.
- The hearing aid comes with a push button for ear level adjustments.
- Water and dust resistant with a rating of IP68.
- Can withstand up to 8 hours in a dust chamber and water submersion in one meter of water for up to 60 minutes.
- Customization: Yes – ReSound Smart 3D app offers quick adjustments, tinnitus management, ability to save a setting at users favorite location.
- Tinnitus masking: Yes – separate ReSound Relief app available. Discuss your options with your HCP.
- Find My Hearing Aid: Yes – can track your misplaced hearing aids through the app.
- Any additional callouts needed? ReSound Assist – ability to answer some short questions and your hearing care professional can fine-tune your settings and send updates back to the user.
Phonak Lyric
Phonak Lyric
- Our pick for a truly invisible, 24/7 hearing experience
- Worn continuously for months at a time
- No charging or daily handling required
Phonak Lyric offers a completely different experience from traditional hearing aids. Instead of putting it in and taking it out each day, it’s placed deep in your ear and stays there for months.
That creates a “set-it-and-forget-it” experience that many users love. Once it’s in, you don’t have to think about batteries, charging, or daily wear—it simply becomes part of your routine.
Key Features & Callouts
- 100% invisible deep canal placement
- Worn 24/7, including while sleeping
- No daily insertion or removal
- Replaced every few months by a professional
- Subscription-based care model
App & Connectivity
Lyric is intentionally simple:
- No app
- No Bluetooth streaming
- No user controls
All adjustments are handled through your provider.
Sound Quality
Sound quality is solid for everyday conversations, particularly in quieter environments.
Compared to newer digital devices, it’s less advanced in noise processing—but still effective for basic hearing support.
Notes & Watch-outs
- Adjustment period due to constant in-ear wear
- Limited control and customization
- Subscription based care model
Bottom Line
If your top priority is total invisibility with zero daily effort, Lyric is one of the most unique options on the market.
- Totally invisible Wear 24 hours a day including workouts and water
- Clear sound that uses the natural shape of the ear
- Expensive at $4,000 per year
- Includes in-person changes every 8 weeks
- Lack of background noise suppression technology
- No Bluetooth streaming
- Phonak Lyric hearing aids are appropriate for mild-severe hearing loss
- If you have profound hearing loss, you are a better fit for higher-powered RIC or BTE hearing aids
- Phonak Lyric hearing aids are prescription devices fit and programmed by a professional
- You will return to your audiologist every 8 weeks for hearing aid replacements
- Some users learn to make hearing aid changes themselves at home using a special insertion tool
- Phonak Lyric uses analog sound, preferred by some users, though it lacks advanced background noise management features.
- Lyric benefits from the natural acoustics of the ear canal, which can help improve background noise handling.
- After an initial adjustment period, Phonak Lyric becomes comfortable for most users, with many reporting they forget they're even wearing hearing aids.
- Sit deep inside the ear
- Replaceable using a special insertion tool at your local clinic
- Phonak Lyric devices have an onboard battery that lasts 6-8 weeks, after which the entire unit is replaced.
- Phonak Lyric does not come with Bluetooth streaming
- Phonak Lyric is professionally placed and stays in the ear for 6-8 weeks, making it ideal for users with dexterity challenges.
- Phonak Lyric is water-resistant, allowing for light swimming, daily showers, and exposure to humidity.
- Phonak Lyric does not have an app
- Volume and program changes are made using a magnetic wand accessory
Best Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids for Tinnitus
For folks who prefer to program their own hearing aids—or simply want to save on cost—OTC options can be a great fit. While most of these devices don’t include built-in tinnitus masking programs, the right pair can still provide relief through amplification and Bluetooth streaming. Here are our top picks:
- Sennheiser All Day Clear – Our best overall value. While it doesn’t include masking, it does offer reliable Bluetooth streaming for playing sound therapy from apps or Spotify.
- Nuance Audio Glasses – A strong choice for those with mild hearing loss who want to keep their ears open. The open-ear design makes them comfortable and practical for all-day wear.
- ELEHEAR Beyond – A strong budget option, priced under $500, that still delivers solid amplification and day-to-day support.
Sennheiser All Day Clear
Sennheiser All Day Clear
- Our favorite OTC hearing aids for under $1,000
- Manufactured by the largest hearing aid maker in the world
- Compatible with iPhone and Android devices
Sennheiser All Day Clear is our top-selling and best-rated OTC hearing aid at Soundly.com. We’ve tested this product extensively—in the audiology test box, in real-world noisy environments, and through thousands of Soundly customer experiences in 2026.
Soundly offers a complimentary setup call with every purchase — a helpful perk for customers and a valuable way for us to hear firsthand which products are performing best.
At-Home Delivery
Sennheiser All Day Clear is made by Sonova, the world’s leading hearing aid manufacturer. Unlike traditional in-clinic devices that average around $5,000 a pair, All Day Clear ships directly to your home (Soundly offers free 2-day shipping) and lists for $899.95 per pair.
Rechargeable with Bluetooth
These hearing aids deliver 18–20 hours of battery life on a single charge and offer reliable call and music streaming for both iPhone and Android users. Thanks to Sonova’s Bluetooth Classic connection, pairing is easier than most OTC devices—especially for Android users.
App Programming
As a self-fitting product, All Day Clear uses a smartphone app to adjust the hearing aids to your specific hearing loss. The app isn’t the most feature-rich on the market, but in our testing (and from what we hear from customers), it’s the easiest to set up and navigate.
Sound Quality
Likely your biggest question: how do they sound? In short—excellent. You can hear Sonova’s signature processing in these devices. They handle sudden sounds, wind, feedback, and background noise in a way we’d consider market-leading for OTC self-fitting hearing aids.
Notes & Watchouts
- Best suited for mild-to-moderate hearing loss. If your loss is more significant or complex, in-clinic care is still the right move. Take our hearing test to better understand your loss.
- The charger must be plugged into the wall while in use. A separate power pack is available if you want mobile charging.
Bottom line: Sennheiser All Day Clear sits at the top of our list for self-fitting OTC hearing aids. It delivers great sound, simple control, and strong value from a world-class manufacturer.
- Premium Sonova-built technology for less than prescription channels
- Bluetooth streaming and hands-free calls (Android and iPhone)
- Comfortable all-day form factor
- Charger must be plugged in while charging
- Requires a smartphone for programming
- All-Day Clear is an OTC product appropriate for mild-moderate hearing loss levels
- If you have more significant hearing loss you might consider local or Telehealth care. Read more about prescription Vs. OTC hearing aids here
- Available for purchase online via Soundly
- Does not require a prescription from a doctor
- Customize your hearing aids with the Sennheiser All-Day Clear app
- Soundly customers get a complimentary guided setup session
- Sennheiser offers impressive underlying background noise management technology
- We found this product performed at a similar level to top prescription brands
- Comfortable receiver-in-canal style is great for all day wear
- Sits behind the ear with a receiver (speaker) that reaches into the ear canal
- The form factor of Sennheiser All-Day Clear is comparable to leading prescription hearing aids like Phonak Lumity
- Available in a dual-tone black and silver
- Choose between slim and non-slim versions (we recommend the non-slim option for most people)
- Sennheiser All-Day Clear comes with rechargeable batteries
- 16 hours of wear on a single charge
- Recharge case must be plugged into the wall while in use
- All-Day Clear streams to all devices including iPhone and Android
- All Day Clear allows hands free phone calls on both iPhone and Android
- Streaming quality is similar to the top prescription products on the market
- All-Day Clear 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)
- The All-Day Clear recharge case has ports that must be in contact for charging. This type of charger is more difficult than premium conduction chargers which do not require ports to be touching
- Sennheiser All-Day Clear hearing aids have an IP68 rating
- These devices can be submerged in up to one meter of water for 30 minutes without damage
- The Sennheiser All-Day Clear app enables setup and customization of your hearing aids
- The smartphone app allows on-the-go volume and sound quality adjustments
- The All-Day Clear app has a music and automatic program but does not offer Tinnitus masking, program creation or other advanced features
Nuance Audio Plus Glasses
Nuance Audio Plus Glasses
- Best hearing aid alternative for open-ear listening
- Directional audio based on where you look
- No in-ear device required
Nuance Audio Plus™ Glasses offer hearing support built directly into eyewear, using directional microphones and open-ear speakers instead of traditional hearing aids. They’re best suited for people who want a subtle boost during conversations and everyday social situations.
Sound Quality
Directional microphones help emphasize conversations in front of you while maintaining an open-ear listening experience. The Plus generation also improves amplification, speech clarity, and the natural sound of your own voice.
Rechargeable Design
Provides up to 10 hours of use and recharges easily using the included wireless charging pad.
App Programming
The Nuance Audio app lets you adjust sound, manage background noise, personalize settings, and check battery life. On-frame volume and power controls make quick adjustments easier without your phone.
Notes & Watchouts
- Bluetooth streaming available for calls or music
- Not ideal for moderate-to-severe hearing loss
Bottom line: A great option for those who want hearing support without wearing a traditional hearing aid style.
- Sleek, glasses-style form factor — no in-ear components
- Transitions® lenses included (gray or emerald tint depending on frame color)
- Compatible with prescription lenses via your local optometrist
- Built-in speakers and microphones for discreet hearing support
- No music or media streaming capability
- Battery lasts 8–10 hours — may require midday charging
- Not as powerful as traditional in-ear hearing aids
- Nuance Audio hearing glasses are sold over the counter and are appropriate for those with mild-moderate hearing loss
- If you have more significant hearing loss it is recommended that you access professional care through Telehealth or local care
- Available for purchase here Soundly.com with a complimentary guided setup service
- Does not require a prescription from a doctor
- Customize your hearing glasses using a smartphone app
- Swap your transition lenses for prescription lenses at a local optometrist (prescription lenses not included with purchase)
- Nuance Audio Glasses perform well in background noise (especially in front of you)
- Nuance Audio Glasses leave your ear canals open which can help promote natural awareness
- Nuance Audio Glasses are very comfortable for all day wear due to their open ear design
- Amplification comes through an open speaker placed above the ear canal
- Nuance Audio is the only FDA-cleared pair of hearing glasses on the market at this time
- Nuance Audio Glasses are charged using a charge pad and USBC charger
- Each charge give the user 8-10 hours of wear time (depending on background noise)
- Nuance Audio Glasses do not offer Bluetooth streaming
- Nuance Audio Glasses are among the easiest hearing devices to manage
- No placement of small pieces inside the ear necessary
- Easy charge-pad with bright light to indicate charging
- Protected from sweat, light rain and dust
- Nuance Audio glasses pair with a smartphone app for easy volume control, program updates, and initial calibration
Elehear Beyond
Elehear Beyond
- Our favorite OTC hearing aids for under $500
- Compatible with iPhone and Android devices
- Bluetooth streaming and rechargeable
Elehear Beyond is an affordable OTC hearing aid designed for people with mild-to-moderate hearing loss who are comfortable managing their own settings. It combines noise reduction, Bluetooth streaming, and customizable sound in a straightforward package.
Sound Quality
Noise reduction helps separate speech from background sounds, while adjustable bass, treble, and volume let you personalize your listening experience.
Rechargeable with Bluetooth
Offers up to 20 hours of use and supports Bluetooth streaming for music and calls.
App Programming
The Elehear app lets you adjust sound settings directly from your iPhone or Android device. There’s no built-in hearing test, so setup and adjustments are primarily self-directed.
Notes & Watchouts
- Designed for mild-to-moderate hearing loss
- Affordable at $399 per pair
- Requires comfort with smartphone-based adjustments
- No onboard hearing test
Bottom line: A strong budget-friendly OTC option for people who want Bluetooth streaming and plenty of control over their sound settings.
- "These are amazing for the price! I bought them as a backup to my expensive prescription ones and I use them more often than the originals. The price is amazing for what you get. One suggestion is that there should be sport guards for them to protect from loss"
- "Good hearing aids for the price. They’re effective, but I’ve had some minor issues with background noise in crowded areas. Nothing major, but something to note"
- "I've had the Beyond hearing aids for a few weeks now. They work well, but I’m still getting used to adjusting the settings. Overall, a solid product, but a bit of a learning curve."
- "Thanks to customer support.My hearing aids arrived damaged, customer support was able to replace it in just one day"
- "Comfortable for All-Day WearI can wear these all day without any discomfort. They’re light and fit snugly in my ears. A great fit for daily use."
- "I can hear much better with theseI can hear much better with these, but they sometimes feel a little loose after wearing them for a few hours. Other than that, I’m happy with the sound quality."
- "Finally I can listen to musicI love bluetooth feature, listening my favorite songs directly to my hearing aids feels amazing!!!"
- Robust features for a very affordable price
- Bluetooth streaming (iPhone and Android)
- Tinnitus masking features
- Requires some tech savvy
- Newer company
- Slightly less advanced sound (although impressive for the price)
- Elehear Beyond is an OTC product appropriate for mild-moderate hearing loss levels
- If you have more significant hearing loss you might consider local or Telehealth care. Read more about prescription Vs. OTC hearing aids here
- Does not require a prescription from a doctor
- Customize your hearing aids through dials and controls inside a smartphone app
- Elehear Beyond has the best sound quality we've seen at products under $500
- Comfortable receiver-in-canal style is great for all day wear
- Sits behind the ear with a receiver (speaker) that reaches into the ear canal
- The form factor of Elehear Beyond is comparable to leading prescription hearing aids
- Only available in silver
- Elehear Beyond comes with rechargeable batteries and a portable recharge case
- 20 hours of wear on a single charge
- New recharge case carries an additional 80 hours of portable charge (without being plugged in)
- Elehear Beyond is compatible with iPhone and Android Devices
- Bluetooth connection is managed through the settings app
- Elehear Beyond 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)
- Elehear Beyond has an IPX5 rating
- In practical terms, an IPX5-rated device can handle splashes, rain, and some exposure to water but is not fully waterproof
- Adjust volume, sound quality and background noise
- Elehear Beyond comes with built-in tinnitus management features
Features Overview
What is Tinnitus?
Tinnitus can manifest as ringing, buzzing, hissing, or other noises, and its impact can range from a minor inconvenience to a significant disruption in daily life. It can vary in intensity and duration, and for some, it can be a constant companion.
If you're like most patients, you're probably wondering what could cause this internal sound and where it's actually coming from. Tinnitus is a symptom, and it can have many causes. However, the most common one is hearing loss. This short video explains how hearing loss can contribute to tinnitus perception:
What Causes Tinnitus?
While tinnitus often stems from hearing loss, tinnitus can stem from various causes, including:
- Hearing Loss: Tinnitus often accompanies hearing loss due to age or exposure to loud noises.
- Ear Infections or Blockages: Earwax, infections, or other blockages can exacerbate tinnitus symptoms.
- Head or Neck Injuries: Trauma to these areas can affect auditory nerves or brain function related to hearing.
- Medications: Certain medications have side effects that include tinnitus — here’s a guide to medications that may trigger tinnitus.
Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT)
Hearing aids are powerful, but the best results often come from a multi-layered approach. That’s where Tinnitus Retraining Therapy comes in.
TRT combines:
- Sound therapy (via hearing aids or standalone devices)
- Counseling and education (to reframe how your brain responds to tinnitus)
The goal isn’t to “cure” tinnitus but to help your brain classify it as background noise, like the hum of a fan. Hearing aids are a central tool in TRT because they both restore real sound and deliver therapeutic masking.
Read more about tinnitus retraining therapy here.
Final Thoughts
If you’re living with tinnitus, there’s a strong chance you also have some degree of hearing loss. The good news is that hearing aids can help—both by amplifying the world around you and by giving you access to masking and therapy tools.
👉 If you’d like guidance on which hearing aid might be best for your tinnitus, reach out to us at hello@soundly.com or call 1 (833) SOUNDLY. We’re here to support you.
