What are in-the-ear hearing aids?

In-the-ear hearing aids (ITE) are the most discreet hearing aid styles available. They have no external wires or tubes visible, as opposed to behind-the-ear hearing aids. ITE hearing aids are all custom-made, ensuring both a perfect fit and a discreet look.

When you select an in-the-ear hearing aid, one of our hearing care experts will need to take an impression or scan the inside of your ear, for a personalised fit.

In-the-ear (ITE) devices fill either your entire ear (known as full-shell) or a portion of the bowl (known as half-shell) of your ear. These are best for people who may have dexterity issues or difficulty handling small items. Providers often recommend ITE devices for people with moderate to severe hearing loss.

3 features of in-the-ear hearing aids

Virtually Invisible

Hardly anyone will notice that you're wearing a hearing aid

Custom-made

Designed for a personalised fit in your ear canal

Easy to handle

Easy to place in your ear and remove when needed

Pros and cons of in-the-ear hearing aids

In-the-ear hearing aids are ideal if you're after a discreet style. They are also a good introduction to hearing aids for first-time users, since they sit out of the way of glasses – and they won't fly off when taking off your jumper! Here are some pros and cons to think about if you're considering in-the-ear hearing aids:

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