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Fitting Styles

Behind The Ear (BTE)

Behind The Ear (BTE) hearing aids represent the most versatile hearing solution available. Their design allows for powerful amplification, advanced technology, and easy handling, making them ideal for mild to severe hearing loss.

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What are BTE hearing aids?

Behind The Ear hearing aids feature a main body that sits comfortably behind your ear, connected to a custom ear mould in your ear canal via a small tube. Today's BTE aids are sleek and modern, available in various colours to match your hair, skin tone, or glasses.

Benefits of BTE hearing aids

Superior power

Suitable for all hearing loss levels, particularly beneficial for severe losses and challenging listening environments due to powerful amplification capabilities.

Extended battery life

larger housing allows for bigger batteries and efficient rechargeable options, providing full-day use on a single charge.

Advanced features

Their larger size accommodates cutting-edge technology and Bluetooth connectivity for enhanced performance and convenience.

Simple operation

user-friendly design makes cleaning and adjustments straightforward, even for those with dexterity challenges.

BTE vs ITE comparison

Behind The Ear (BTE)

Advantages

Powerful amplification

Advanced technology

Bluetooth connectivity

Rechargeable options

Easy maintenance

Disadvantages

More visible when worn

Positioning can be tricky

May pick up wind noise

In The Ear (ITE)

Advantages

Less noticeable

Easy correct positioning

Simple maintenance

Versatile amplification

Disadvantages

Limited connectivity options

Shorter battery life

Custom moulding costs

Potential feedback issues

Our range of BTE hearing aids

Product

Resound Nexia

MODELS
3
5
7
9
Fitting Styles
Receiver in Canal. Click to learn more.
RIC
Behind the Ear. Click to learn more.
BTE
In the Ear. Click to learn more.
ITE
Completely In Canal. Click to learn more.
CIC
PriceS FROM
£1,095 - £1,895
£2,095 - £3,695
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Product

Starkey Edge AI

MODELS
AI16
AI20
AI24
Fitting Styles
Receiver in Canal. Click to learn more.
RIC
Behind the Ear. Click to learn more.
BTE
In the Ear. Click to learn more.
ITE
In the Canal. Click to learn more.
ITC
Completely In Canal. Click to learn more.
CIC
PriceS FROM
£1,245 - £1,595
£2,395 - £3,195
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Product

Unitron Vivante

MODELS
3
5
7
9
Fitting Styles
Receiver in Canal. Click to learn more.
RIC
Behind the Ear. Click to learn more.
BTE
PriceS FROM
£1,095 - £1,895
£2,095 - £3,695
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Product

Widex Moment

MODELS
110
220
330
440
Fitting Styles
Receiver in Canal. Click to learn more.
RIC
Behind the Ear. Click to learn more.
BTE
In the Ear. Click to learn more.
ITE
Completely In Canal. Click to learn more.
CIC
Invisible in Canal. Click to learn more.
IIC
PriceS FROM
£1,095 - £1,895
£2,095 - £3,695
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Find your perfect BTE hearing aid

Ready to explore if BTE hearing aids are right for you? Book a free consultation at our clinic.

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Our experienced audiologists will:

Discuss your lifestyle needs

Assess your hearing levels

Guide you through suitable options

Provide expert recommendations