Is the ITE hearing aids the right choice for you?
Hidden comfort
Most suitable for mild to severe hearing loss.
It is designed to fit within the outer part of your ear.
Despite its small size it contains many of the most essential features to amplify and process sound to provide a personal hearing experience to fit your individual hearing needs.
Benefits - in the ear hearing aids
Advantages
ITE hearing aids offer a perfect blend of functionality and subtle design.
They are an ideal choice for users looking for custom-fit comfort, advanced features, and a streamlined design without the external parts found in BTE or RIC models.
- Smaller and more discreet than Behind-The-Ear hearing aid models
- Better suited to people who wear glasses
- More comfortable to wear for people who live an active lifestyle, like playing sports or other physical activities
- More powerful sound amplification and battery life than other in the ear varieties like completely-in-canal (CIC) and invisible-in-canal (IIC).
- Less prone to feedback or interference from wind noise
- Some find it more comfortable than BTE varieties with only the component In-The-Ear, not having two components behind and inside it
- Custom fit to comfortably sit in your ear
Drawbacks - in-the-ear hearing aids
Disadvantages
- More susceptible to earwax and moisture damage
- Less comfortable for people with small or narrow ear canals, such as children
- Problematic for people prone to chronic ear infections
- Small size can be a problem for connectivity to wireless devices
- May pick up more wind noise than smaller custom devices
- Only suitable for those with mild or moderate hearing loss
- Use depends on the size of the ear canal
- Don't typically come with rechargeable batteries
- Not suitable for people with dexterity issues
FAQ
In-the-Ear hearing aids: FAQ
What are ITE hearing aids?
Are in-the-ear hearing aids any good?
Since in-the-ear hearing aids are created using a mold of the user's ear, they fit comfortably in the ear, are small enough to go mostly unnoticed and are big enough to house features like rechargeable batteries, bluetooth capabilities and a clear sound experience.
What are the pros and cons of in-the-ear hearing aids?
With all essential elements directly inside the outer ear, you don't have to worry about a bulky, external device getting in your way. They are also custom-fit to the user's ear, making them very comfortable.
However, there can be downsides to this type of style.
Since the microphone and receiver are in close quarters, if the device isn't properly fitted or gets knocked out of place, it can lead to an unpleasant, high-pitched noise called feedback.
Since they are positioned directly in the ear, there is also a higher chance of earwax buildup. This makes maintenance and cleaning essential if you choose to go with an in-the-ear hearing aid.
What is the difference between ITE and ITC hearing aids?
What is the difference between ITE and BTE hearing aids?
Because of their size, BTE hearing aids tend to be more powerful and have a longer battery life. ITE hearing aids, on the other hand, can be custom made to fit your ear and have a more discreet, smaller design.
Who makes the best in-the-ear hearing aids?
With a tailor-made custom fit, bluetooth capabilities and Signia's Augmented Xperience platform, user's benefit from a comfortable, small design that delivers a clear, quality sound even in the noisiest of environments.
Get help finding your type
Which type of hearing aid is right for you?
Choosing hearing aids involves considering various factors, including your level of hearing loss, ear size and shape, budget, preferred features, and stylistic preferences.
Your ideal choice may not align with your initial preferences, as factors like profound hearing loss or small ear canals may limit certain options.
Consulting with a hearing care expert during a store visit, where a full hearing test and consultation are conducted, will help you identify suitable types based on your needs and preferences. From there, you can explore different brands and models to find the right fit within your budget with the desired features.
