Bluetooth hearing aids allow you to wirelessly stream audio directly to your ears from compatible devices like smartphones, tablets, and TVs. This means you can enjoy your favourite music, shows, audiobooks, and podcasts with crystal clear sound quality.
Discover the latest advancements in hearing technology and the top Bluetooth hearing aids available today.
Top Bluetooth Hearing Aids
What are Bluetooth Hearing Aids?
Bluetooth hearing aids are hearing devices that use Bluetooth wireless technology to connect to personal electronics like smartphones, TVs, tablets, laptops and more. Once paired (connected), you can stream audio like calls, music, and videos to your hearing aids for clearer, personalized sound.
You can also pair Bluetooth hearing aids with companion apps that enable you to further manage and fine-tuning settings, adjusting volume, and more.
Wireless Connectivity
Bluetooth technology centres around wireless connectivity that lets electronic devices connect to each other without the need for cords or wires. This technology uses short-range radio waves to send audio signals from compatible electronics to your hearing aids, usually up to about 9 meters away.
Bluetooth® Low Energy Audio (LE Audio)
Many hearing aids offer basic streaming through Bluetooth Classic. However, Bluetooth Low Energy Audio (LE Audio) is the newer and more efficient standard for hearing aids today. LE Audio is the next generation of Bluetooth that offers hearing aid users superior battery life, better sound quality, and faster connectivity.
Auracast™ Broadcast Audio
Auracast™ Broadcast Audio uses Bluetooth LE Audio technology to stream audio from public and personal sound sources directly to your hearing aids. This groundbreaking technology allows audio to be shared with an unlimited number of devices, with a wireless range of almost 100 meters.
Auracast-enabled hearing aids allow you to tune into public address systems in airports, theatres, places of worship, conference centres, and more. Adoption of Auracast in public venues and personal devices is expected to grow rapidly in the coming years and some of the most advanced hearing aids are already compatible with it.
Benefits of Bluetooth Hearing Aids
Bluetooth hearing aids offer incredible benefits like superior sound quality, direct audio streaming from other electronic devices, and a more personalized listening experience overall.
Below, we take a closer look at the key advantages of Bluetooth hearing aids:
Direct Audio Streaming
Bluetooth hearing aids let you stream audio like music, podcasts, audiobooks, and TV shows directly into your ears with crisp, reliable sound quality.
Personalised Audio Clarity
Bluetooth wirelessly sends audio straight to your hearing aids for pure, uninterrupted streaming that is personalised to your hearing needs. This drastically improves the sound quality and clarity of your listening experiences.
Steam Phone Calls
With Bluetooth hearing aids, you can stream phone calls straight into your ears. This allows you to enjoy seamless, hands-free phone conversations with minimal background noise and crystal-clear sound quality.
Wireless Hearing Aid Accessories
Bluetooth also allows you to pair your hearing aids with a variety of wireless hearing aid accessories like TV streamers, remote microphones, table microphones, and more. These devices provide extra support to take sound clarity even further.
Smartphone App Compatibility
With Bluetooth hearing aids, not only can you stream phone calls directly from your smartphone, but you can also connect to helpful hearing aid apps. Companion apps allow you to adjust volume, change programs, and fine-tune settings, all remotely. Some hearing aid apps even offer advanced features like fitness tracking, smart assistants, language translation, automatic fall detection and alerts, and more.
Enhanced Hearing Control
Bluetooth hearing aids introduce a new way to control your hearing aid settings. With this app-based control you can discreetly adjust volume, switch between custom modes, and customise your settings right from your phone.
Additional Bluetooth Hearing Aid Features
Bluetooth hearing aids come with built-in wireless connectivity capabilities, as well as a wealth of other features designed to make daily life easier. Below are some of the amazing additional features you’ll find in the top Bluetooth hearing aids available today:
Rechargeable Batteries
Many Bluetooth hearing aids have built-in rechargeable batteries, eliminating the need to frequently buy and replace disposable batteries. Simply place your hearing aids in their charging case overnight and wake up to a full charge and reliable power the next day.
Invisible Styles
Some Bluetooth hearing aids are available in highly discreet styles like completely-in-the-canal (CIC) and invisible-in-the-canal (IIC) models. These invisible styles are customised to the unique shape of your ear and fit snugly inside your ear canal for all-day comfort and discretion.
Tinnitus Relief
Some Bluetooth hearing aids offer built-in sound therapy features for tinnitus relief. For many people who experience both hearing loss and tinnitus, hearing aids are a life-changing tool that can significantly improve quality of life.
Waterproof Design
Many Bluetooth hearing aids are also waterproof, so they can withstand daily moisture exposure like sweat, humidity, rain, and splashes, all without damage.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Some of the most advanced Bluetooth hearing aids have built-in artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. AI-powered hearing aids make automatic settings adjustments based on your environment, enhance speech clarity in real-time, and so much more.
Find a Clinic
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Top Bluetooth Hearing Aid Brands
Finding the right Bluetooth hearing aid depends on your specific hearing needs, lifestyle, and budget. To make sure you get the best performance and fit, experts recommend choosing a trusted brand with an established reputation for quality.
Below are some of the best Bluetooth hearing aid brands that many audiologists recommend:
Talk to a Trusted Audiologist
Hearing Choices Australia has a national network of trusted audiologists available to provide FREE, no-obligation consultations. Contact us today to find the best hearing aid and care solutions for your needs, lifestyle, and budget.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to the most frequent asked questions about Bluetooth hearing aids:
Are hearing aids with Bluetooth worth it?
Yes, for many people Bluetooth hearing aids are a worthwhile investment in their hearing health and daily quality of life. They offer convenience, connectivity, and enhanced sound clarity while also offering features like remote hearing aid control, automatic fall detection, fitness tracking, and more.
Our audiologists are here to help you find the best hearing aids for your needs and budget. Contact us today to schedule a FREE demo and see if Bluetooth hearing aids are right for you.
How much do Bluetooth hearing aids cost?
Bluetooth hearing aids cost anywhere between $1,300 and $6,000 or more, depending on the technology and features they offer. The more advanced the devices are, the greater the investment in your hearing health will be.
Our audiologists can help you find the best hearing aid for your budget. Contact us to speak with a hearing care expert and get personalised guidance.
Which is the best Bluetooth hearing aid?
The best Bluetooth hearing aid depends on your type of hearing loss, lifestyle, preferences, and budget. Some of the most popular Bluetooth hearing aid brands include Starkey for their industry-leading battery life and additional features, among others.
Want help finding the best Bluetooth hearing aid brand for you? Contact us to get personalised guidance.
