Compare hearing aid models
Use the table below to compare our most popular hearing aid models.
We always recommend consulting a hearing care expert when choosing a hearing aid.
Hearing aid brands & models
Compare popular hearing aid brands and models, and try them at home for 30 days.
 Oticon More |
 Oticon Opn S |
 Oticon Own |
 Oticon Zircon |
 Bernafon Viron |
 Bernafon Alpha |
 Bernafon Zerena |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speech Quality | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Available styles | miniRITE R miniRITE T |
miniRITE R miniRITE miniRITE T BTE |
IIC/CIC/ITC Half/full shell |
miniRITE R |
miniRITE BTE |
miniRITE BTE IIC/CIC/ITC Half/full shell miniRITE R miniRITE T MiniBTE R MiniBTE T |
miniRITE BTE IIC/CIC/ITC Half/full shell |
| Severity of hearing loss | mild to profound | mild to profound | mild to profound | mild to profound | Mild to profound | Mild to profound | Mild to profound |
| Bluetooth connectivity | ✔ | ✔ | ✔* | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔* |
| Rechargeable option | ✔ | ✔ | - | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | - |
| Water and dust resistant | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Tinnitus relief sounds | ✔ | ✔ | ✔** | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔** |
* n/a for IIC and CIC styles ** not available for IIC styles
Hearing aid brands
We work with leading, high-quality hearing aid manufacturers, so you can expect to receive a reliable, high-performing hearing aid when you purchase with HearingLife. Learn more about each hearing aid brand below:
Oticon hearing aids
Since 1904, the Danish company Oticon has been at the forefront of delivering hearing technology that improves the lives of those with hearing loss.
Driven by uncompromising innovation efforts, Oticon is among the three largest hearing aid brands in the world and has won over 20 awards for their development achievements.
Oticon Own™
Our hearing is as unique as our fingerprint, so there isn't a one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to hearing aids. Oticon Own™ is customized entirely for you and your individual needs, preferences, and ear shape to achieve maximum comfort.
Hearing aid facts:
- Digital hearing aids
- Available styles: IIC, CIC, ITC, half shell, full shell
- Severity of hearing loss: mild, moderate, severe, profound
- Available in several colours
- Bluetooth connectivity (except: IIC, CIC)
- Water and dust resistant
- Tinnitus relief sounds
Oticon More™
The groundbreaking technology within Oticon More™ has been trained to recognize all types of sounds (including speech). This technology processes each sound's detailed properties, delivering the clearest sound possible. This is possible thanks to Polaris™, Oticon's new, most intelligent platform ever.
Hearing aid facts:
- Digital hearing aids
- Available styles: miniRITE R
- Severity of hearing loss: mild, moderate, severe, profound
- Available in several colours
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Rechargeable option
- Water and dust resistant
- Tinnitus relief sounds
Oticon Opn S
The Oticon Opn S gives you a 360° sound experience and improves your ability to have conversations with multiple speakers. It is compatible with the Oticon ON app which allows you to control your hearing aids from your smartphone.
Hearing aid facts:
- Digital hearing aids
- Available styles: miniRITE, miniRITE R, miniRITE T, BTE Plus Power
- Severity of hearing loss: mild, moderate, severe, profound
- Available in several colours
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Rechargeable option
- Water and dust resistant
- Tinnitus relief sounds
Oticon Opn
The Oticon Opn model offers an “open sound experience” and allows you to hear more and remember more with less effort. Additionally, this model features BrainHearing™ technology, making it easier for you to understand speech.
Hearing aid facts:
- Digital hearing aids
- Available styles: miniRITE, miniRITE R, miniRITE T, BTE Plus Power, IIC, CIC, ITC, Half Shell, Full Shell
- Severity of hearing loss:: mild, moderate, severe, profound
- Available in several colours
- Bluetooth connectivity (except: IIC, CIC)
- Rechargeable option not available
- Water and dust resistant
- Tinnitus relief sounds
Hearing aid finder: See what type suits you
Take one minute to find out which hearing aid model suits your preferences.
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Your result
Based on your answers the following hearing aid types would suit your needs:
- miniRITE R
*The result of the test may only be used for guidance and is not meant to replace a more accurate measurement of your hearing abilities and needs by one of our hearing care professional.
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Book a FREE trialYour result
Based on your answers the following hearing aid types would suit your needs:
- miniRITE R
*The result of the test may only be used for guidance and is not meant to replace a more accurate measurement of your hearing abilities and needs by one of our hearing care professional.
Would you like to visit us for your free trial?
Book a FREE trialYour result
Based on your answers the following hearing aid types would suit your needs:
- miniRITE
- BTE Plus/Ultra Power
- In-the-canal (ITC)
*The result of the test may only be used for guidance and is not meant to replace a more accurate measurement of your hearing abilities and needs by one of our hearing care professional.
Would you like to visit us for your free trial?
Book a FREE trialYour result
Based on your answers the following hearing aid types would suit your needs:
- miniRITE
- BTE Plus/Ultra Power
*The result of the test may only be used for guidance and is not meant to replace a more accurate measurement of your hearing abilities and needs by one of our hearing care professional.
Would you like to visit us for your free trial?
Book a FREE trialYour result
Based on your answers the following hearing aid types would suit your needs:
- miniRITE R
*The result of the test may only be used for guidance and is not meant to replace a more accurate measurement of your hearing abilities and needs by one of our hearing care professional.
Would you like to visit us for your free trial?
Book a FREE trialYour result
Based on your answers the following hearing aid types would suit your needs:
- miniRITE R
*The result of the test may only be used for guidance and is not meant to replace a more accurate measurement of your hearing abilities and needs by one of our hearing care professional.
Would you like to visit us for your free trial?
Book a FREE trialYour result
Based on your answers the following hearing aid types would suit your needs:
- miniRITE
- Invisible-in-the-canal (IIC)
- Completely-in-the-canal (CIC)
- In-the-canal (ITC))
*The result of the test may only be used for guidance and is not meant to replace a more accurate measurement of your hearing abilities and needs by one of our hearing care professional.
Would you like to visit us for your free trial?
Book a FREE trialYour result
Based on your answers the following hearing aid types would suit your needs:
- Halfshell/full shell
- miniRITE
*The result of the test may only be used for guidance and is not meant to replace a more accurate measurement of your hearing abilities and needs by one of our hearing care professional.
Would you like to visit us for your free trial?
Book a FREE trialOticon Jet
Oticon Jet hearing aids are equipped with a powerful chip that processes sound 50 times faster than the previous generation. These hearing aids reduce unwanted background noise effectively, and they can connect wirelessly to a wide range of devices.
Hearing aid facts:
- Digital hearing aids
- Available styles: miniRITE, miniRITE T, BTE, Plus Power, IIC, CIC, ITC HS, ITC FS
- Severity of hearing loss: mild, moderate, severe, profound
- Available in several colours
- Bluetooth connectivity (except: IIC, CIC)
- Rechargeable option not available
- Water and dust resistant
- Tinnitus relief sounds
Oticon Ruby
The Oticon Ruby offers a rich sound quality and is well-suited for mild to severe hearing loss. It is equipped with the SuperShield feedback management feature which prevents whistling, allowing you to enjoy conversations without interruptions.
Hearing aid facts:
- Digital hearing aids
- Available styles: miniRITE, miniRITE R, Plus Power, BTE
- Severity of hearing loss: mild, moderate, severe, profound
- Available in several colours
- Bluetooth connectivity (except: IIC, CIC)
- Rechargeable option
- Water and dust resistant
- Tinnitus relief sounds
Bernafon hearing aids
With Swiss innovation and high-quality products, Bernafon is uniquely situated to help people with hearing loss regain their quality of life and improve communication with family and friends.
Bernafon hearing aids use state-of-the-art hearing technology to compensate for hearing loss while providing additional personal benefits, such as the wireless connectivity that allows for hands-free use of your mobile phone.
Bernafon Alpha
The Bernafon Alpha provides a natural, clear sound experience, in countless listening situations. Attractive design meets revolutionary technology in this premium hearing solution.
Hearing aid facts:
- Digital hearing aids
- Available styles: miniRITE T miniRITE R
- Severity of hearing loss: mild, moderate, severe, profound
- Available in several colours
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Rechargeable option
- Water and dust resistant
- Tinnitus relief sounds
Bernafon Viron
The Bernafon Viron offers clear and natural sound to help experience the way nature intended. Viron models are available in a broad range of styles and colors.
Hearing aid facts:
- Digital hearing aids
- Available styles: miniRITE, miniRITE T, miniRITE R, BTE
- Severity of hearing loss: mild, moderate, severe, profound
- Available in several colours
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Rechargeable option
- Water and dust resistant
- Tinnitus relief sounds
Bernafon Zerena
Bernafon Zerena delivers impressive sound quality. Sounds are amplified naturally and accurately, delivering clear speech in noisy environments. Sounds are amplified naturally and accurately, delivering clear speech in noisy environments.
Hearing aid facts:
- Digital hearing aids
- Available styles: miniRITE, miniRITE T, BTE, IIC, CIC, ITC, ITE HS, ITE FS
- Severity of hearing loss: mild, moderate, severe, profound
- Available in several colours
- Bluetooth connectivity (except IIC and CIC)
- Rechargeable option not available
- Water and dust resistant
- Tinnitus relief sounds
Sources
Oticon More
1. Santurette, S., Ng, E. H. N., Juul Jensen, J., & Man K. L., B. (2020). Oticon More clinical evidence. Oticon Whitepaper.
2. EEG testing with MoreSound Intelligence in on vs off setting, from Santurette et al.
3. https://www.oticon.com/solutions/more-hearing-aids
Oticon Opn S
1. Oticon Opn S™ — significant benefits for all
Juul Jensen 2018, Oticon White Paper
2. Hearing device technology that’s making waves
https://wdh02.azureedge.net/-/media/oticon-us/main/download-center/opn-s/brochure/16801---15555-10378---t3---2019-opn-s---opn-s-consumer-brochure.pdf?rev=7257&la=en
Oticon Opn
1. The open sound paradigm continues to expand https://wdh02.azureedge.net/-/media/oticon-us/main/download-center/opn/brochures/15555-9992-opn-concept-brochure.pdf?rev=EAE8&la=en
Bernafon Alpha
1. 2020: Bernafon AG. Internal clinical validation trial, Bernafon AG, Bern Switzerland.
2. 2020: Bernafon AG. Technical performance evaluation for Alpha, Bernafon AG, Bern Switzerland.
Bernafon Viron
1. 2019: Bernafon AG. Internal clinical validation trial, Bernafon AG, Bern Switzerland.
Bernafon Zerena
1. 2017: Bernafon AG. Internal clinical validation trial, Bernafon AG, Bern Switzerland.
2. 2013: Plyler, P. N., Reber, M. B., Kovach, A., Galloway, E., & Humphrey, E. (2013). Comparison of multichannel wide dynamic range compression and ChannelFree processing in open canal hearing instruments. Journal of the American Academy of Audiology, 24(2), 126–37.
