Which type of hearing aids are right for you?
Lots of people are talking about over-the-counter hearing aids (OTC)—but before you buy them, it’s important to know some of the differences between OTC and prescription hearing aids. No matter which type of hearing aid you choose, TruHearing® has the highest-quality, most-affordable options already available to you.
What’s the difference?
OTC hearing aids
Price
Quality aids at $799 to $2,000
or more per pair*
Availability
TruHearing, retail, online
best for
Adults age 18+ with mild-to-moderate hearing loss
Assessment
Self-diagnosed or online assessment
Variety
Limited models and styles—often one size-fits-all
FEATURES
Basic features and pre-set programming
SET UP
Self service with app
ASSISTANCE
Phone support and self-service
Prescription hearing aids
Price
Price per pair may be comparable or lower than OTC with a TruHearing® benefit
Availability
Through licensed providers—call TruHearing for an appointment
best for
All ages with mild-to-profound hearing loss
Assessment
Comprehensive exam from a licensed hearing care provider
Variety
Hundreds of models, styles, and colors, custom fit options
FEATURES
Advanced capabilities: noise reduction, echo control, etc.
SET UP
Hearing care provider fine-tunes patient’s custom programming and fit
ASSISTANCE
Hearing consultant and hearing care provider
What’s the difference?
OTC hearing aids
Prescription hearing aids
Quality aids at $799 to $2,000
or more per pair*
Price
Price per pair may be comparable or lower than OTC with a TruHearing® benefit
TruHearing, retail, online
Availability
Through licensed providers—call TruHearing for an appointment
Adults age 18+ with mild-to-moderate hearing loss
best for
All ages with mild-to-profound hearing loss
Self-diagnosed or online assessment
Assessment
Comprehensive exam from a licensed hearing care provider
Limited models and styles—often one size-fits-all
Variety
Hundreds of models, styles, and colors, custom fit options
Basic features and pre-set programming
FEATURES
Advanced capabilities: noise reduction, echo control, etc.
Self service with app
SET UP
Hearing care provider fine-tunes patient’s custom programming and fit
Phone support and self-service
ASSISTANCE
Hearing consultant and hearing care provider
*Hearing benefits cannot be applied to OTC hearing aid purchases
Which are best for me?
Wondering if over-the-counter hearing aids or prescription hearing aids are better for you? Answer these five questions.
Whichever aid is best for you, call TruHearing® at 1-833-312-1272 to get the best help and best savings.
You may already have the best value and technology available.
You may already have a hearing benefit that gives you access to care at the highest levels, with a full range of hearing aid technologies and price points. Call TruHearing and we’ll help you find out if you have a hearing benefit today.TruHearing offers discounts on brand-name OTC hearing aid models and only offers best-in-class products to ensure you are as helped and happy with your purchase as possible. Hearing Consultants will be available to provide support and guidance for OTC options or to set up a prescription exam.
Call 1-833-312-1272 or visit Shop.TruHearing.com
Call TruHearing today.
If you’re interested in learning more about OTC or prescription hearing aids, call TruHearing and we’ll take care of you.
