How To Compare Hearing Aids | 11 Features You Should Look For
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How to compare hearing aid features. Dr. Cliff AuD discusses which 11 hearing aid features you should compare between brands and which 4 features you shouldn't in this video.
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Let's cover the 11 Features you should use when comparing hearing aids.
1. Hearing aid style - There are several types of hearing aid styles from Invisible aids that are hidden in the ear canal (IICs) to powerful behind the ear (BTE) styles. You even have hearing aids that are called "fashion aids" that are designed to be aesthetically pleasing.
2. Amplification Capabilities - The perfect hearing aid style won't matter if it doesn't have the capability of meeting your hearing loss prescription. If you have a profound hearing loss, you won't be able to wear a tiny invisible device. You should always consider amplification capabilities when comparing devices.
3. Color - You have three approaches when considering color. Either you want them to be invisible, you don't care what they look like, or you want them to be fashionable. Either way, there are many hearing aid colors.
4. Telecoil - Telecoils are amazing pieces of wireless technology. They can help you connect to Looped facilities like Churches and Theaters. They can also help you hear better on a phone that is Telecoil ready. If you have a substantial hearing loss, you would be silly to overlook the telecoil.
5. IP Rating - An IP68 is the highest rating you can get. The first number indicates dust and particulate resistance (6). The second number is the moisture resistance (8). Most hearing aids will be very close to IP68, but it is smart to make sure.
6. Batteries - Disposable vs. Rechargeable hearing aid batteries. Disposable have been reliable for years, Rechargeable are changing the game in terms of convenience. Either way, make sure you understand the pros and cons of each.
7. Battery Size - If you do select disposable, you have a variety of sizes to choose from. The smaller the battery, the shorter the battery life. However, smaller batteries usually afford you a smaller hearing aid. Just make sure you identify if size or power are most important.
8. Phone connectivity - Soon all hearing aids will have the capability of streaming directly from a smartphone. Until then, you have to decide if you want direct streaming which requires an iPhone, or if you want to use a phone streamer that can connect with any smartphone. There are hearing devices that can stream directly from Android, but only phone calls, and only to one ear.
9. Tinnitus Feature - If you have tinnitus, you may want to consider a tinnitus masker inside of your hearing aids. There are a variety of tinnitus masking styles so make sure you evaluate them all before making a decision.
10. Push button availability - Most hearing aids have push button availability. However, you may want more than just a push button for program changes. You may also want a volume control. To allow for these features, you may need a larger hearing aid. Or, you can change these with a smartphone on most hearing aids.
11. Accessories - Different hearing aids have access to different accessories. Make sure you consider which accessories you may need or want and select a hearing aid that has access to these accessories.
There are a lot of features worth comparing, however, there are also 4 features that you shouldn't compare.
1. Channels - Beyond a certain point, more channels does not equal better performance. Even the most experienced hearing aid user wouldn't be able to tell the difference between a 38 channel and 48 channel hearing aid.
2. Feedback Cancelers - All major hearing aid brands have good feedback cancellation. The biggest factor that will determine how much feedback you get will be the physical fit of the devices, and that is largely the responsibility of your hearing care provider.
3. Noise Reduction - Comparing noise reduction capabilities between manufacturers can be done, but the differences are minimal.
4. Any Trademarked Feature - All manufacturers name their features differently, but most of them do the same thing. You may feel that one name is more catchy than another, but this doesn't mean that it will perform any better.
It always helps to have a resource for compare hearing aid features. At HearingTracker.com you can easily compare hearing aid features using their "Help Me Choose" personalized Hearing Aid Match Survey. Just fill out the survey and your personalized hearing aid recommendation will help you identify the right hearing aid for you. www.hearingtracker.com/hearin...
Just remember, this is just a starting point. You will need to consult with a hearing care professional to determine candidacy.
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Your video is a great start for my research into hearing aids. Thank you!
@HearingTracker
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Linda. Rally pleased that we could help.
Quite simply the best Hearing Aid information I've seen. Wish I'd had this info before I made my purchase. It's definitely going to help with future purchases. Thank you.
@HearingTracker
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks John that's Lovely to hear. Tune in for more. Thanks for watching
Any reviews on the Lively brand hearing aids?
Thanks, you've been very helpful with this video! Appreciated
@HearingTracker
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Yosi! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment
What do you recommend for a professional drummer? I have profound Sudden hearing loss in my left ear. Should I be wearing NC Headphones when practicing or playing out? What's the best solution?
Review some of smart “bone conduction” hearing aid 2020
I’m confused about the telecoil. Why would you need that if your heating aid works ? Connect to various things, why ?
I downloaded MyPhonak on my Xiaomi Mi A1, but, I cannot find the Equalizer or any other item? As I play the guitar etc. I want to have this feature as I have paid so much money and I am surprised my Audiologist says it is not possible?
Great video with excellent points to remember when selecting your hearing devices
@HearingTracker
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching.
Where can you purchase hearing aids that address tinnitus and mild to moderate hearing loss for less than $2000
@ngsamuel724
Жыл бұрын
Try this brand: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oW2ZlZhyabDQlZs.html
sir, i have a question.. is it possible to plug in ear phones as any normal person for a person who is using IIC insio 2px? will there be any discomfort to client, or problem with clarity of music ?
@shoaibtahir5279
5 жыл бұрын
As IIC hearing aids sit deep into auditory canal, there's no issue with plugging ear phones. It's totally comfortable and clarity of sound is okay
@sarahchipman2089
5 жыл бұрын
It depends on how deeply the IIC hearing aid sits in the ear canal. If the in the canal earphone touches it, this won't work very well. Standard headphones generally work with reasonable comfort and rarely causes feedback.
Tbh I like my hearing aids I’m not embarrassed about them they help me with hearing
@HearingTracker
2 жыл бұрын
I LOVE HEARING THIS!
Simple question. Hearing aid that doesn’t have all these bells and whistles. Plan analog please.
I went to the hearingtracker.com site but couldn't find the questionnaire you mention in this video. Instead there's just a vast array of hearing aids listed by name, which is pretty useless unless you want to spend a LOT of time looking at all of them in turn. I want to find a hearing aid that does NOT sit on top of my ears (conflict with eyeglasses and masks) and does have CROS capability (because deaf on one side). Apparently nobody makes these yet, but please point me to them if I'm wrong.
@shubhankargupta7922
2 жыл бұрын
U can check signia silk hearing aids. There are custom made and has CROS capability
the best would be phonak llC b titanium for 13 bareries instead of 10 batteries
How can you say there is no difference in feedback cancellation Algorithms. Please check for added stable gain provided by different hearing aids and then comment. Do you even know of feedback cancellation induced artifacts in output if the processing Algorithms are not working adequately.
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Not impressed with hearing tracker. But it could be OK for you.
@HearingTracker
Жыл бұрын
Hey John I’m sorry to hear that. What can we do to improve? Thanks for taking the time to comment, Matthew
All money making business. You can't beat natural hears.
@omparghale
3 жыл бұрын
oh stfu when you lose your hearing you cant use your natural ears that's why you wear hearing aids. you either use then or remain deaf.
@HearingTracker
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Messiah, thanks for taking the time to reply. You’re right, when our ears are working well they’re incredible things. Thanks for watching, Matthew
I love this doctor’s site but as I was watching a video and got the oddest realization. He’s talking to people that have hearing problems or are totally deaf. How are they suppose to hear what he is saying? Just an odd thought that went through my mind.
@gaborbereczki5887
3 жыл бұрын
there are subtitles available
@elennadmrconner7043
3 жыл бұрын
Subtitles & transcripts are available.
@jonathansturm4163
3 жыл бұрын
And those of us with aids looking to maybe choose a different aid based on our experience so far with one that might be less suitable. I’m assuming the first aid I’ve purchased is _not_ the Bestest Of All Possible hearing aids and I may need to bite the bullet and spend extra once I identify the current Bestest Of All Possible hearing aids.
I'm so disappointed in the entire Hearing Aid process, from identifying a problem to selecting the correct Hearing Aid. I just wasted a whole week in going through Miracle Ear. They gave me a hearing test, and identified that I have hearing loss. They immediately wanted to sell me their "Premium" model; however, I've since been reviewing these types of youtube videos, and I'm now even more confused. Is this whole hearing loss thingy is a racket to sell hearing devises? Who the hell can be trusted? All these people see dollar signs through my ears! Miracle Ear wouldn't even give me a prescription! They didn't even discuss the broad types of Hearing Aids; therefore I can't even going outside Miracle Ear and choose a different type of Hearing Aid. Who would set it up? How does that work? Do I even need a prescription? Who the hell knows??? This is a crazy way of dealing with hearing loss!
@jonathansturm4163
3 жыл бұрын
I hear your pain. Welcome to the real world my friend. Suffice to say there _are_ real professional audiologists out there capable of providing quality service. I got lucky and our local is excellent. Unless you’re in SE Australia, I can’t really help except to say _keep looking_ for a good one; the dregs of the industry aren’t worth wasting your money on. This is Good General Advice and applies to far many more industries than hearing BTW.
Too much talk. get to the point.
@HearingTracker
2 жыл бұрын
Hey XS10TI1, thanks for watching and thank you for your feedback.
@xs10tl1
2 жыл бұрын
@@HearingTracker if you didn't have good content I wouldn't have said anything....just moved on.