The Best Invisible Hearing Aids of 2025, Tested and Reviewed by Audiologists

Testing out the Eargo 7 devices

• Price: $799 to $2699 per pair
• Style: IIC, CIC, earbud
• Type: OTC
• Battery life: Up to 16 hours

If you’re in the market for a discreet or nearly invisible hearing aid, Eargo may be a great fit. Eargo is a newer hearing aid brand, founded in 2010. They offer affordable devices that you can purchase over the counter (OTC) — no prescription required. Eargo boasts high-quality devices, natural sound, and sleek designs. This company made our list because invisibility, rechargeability, and value are standard with every model.

Eargo’s hearing aid models, including the Eargo 7 and Eargo 6, fit snugly in our ear canal, which reduces background noise and makes them invisible during testing. Since you can buy these IIC devices online, you can forgo an appointment with an audiologist. While convenient, they won’t suit individuals with severe to profound hearing loss. When selecting an Eargo hearing aid, consider the audio and connection features that set each model apart. For example, LINK by Eargo is an earbud-style hearing aid with less discretion. It’s also the only Eargo model that offers Bluetooth streaming directly to the hearing aids (though all models have Bluetooth-ready charging cases).

Our Experience With Eargo

We have tested all four Eargo models and found them discreet and customizable.

The LINK by Eargo hearing aids look like regular earbuds, but they offer open- and closed-ear tips that we could switch out based on whether we wanted to use them as earbuds or hearing aids. We loved having hearing aids that made it seem like we were just listening to music. Though we didn’t mind changing the ear tips when switching between streaming music or having a conversation, we know this could be an issue for people with dexterity issues.

Testing out LINK by Eargo, the company's earbud-style hearing aids.

The Eargo SE, Eargo 6, and Eargo 7 have more traditional invisible designs and were very discreet once properly fitted. There’s less need to take the devices out and make adjustments. Instead, you can just download the Eargo app and make adjustments from your smartphone. We found the app easy to use. One of our favorite features is Sound Match — an in-depth hearing test that takes about 20 minutes and adjusts your device settings to your unique needs. Our listening experience improved after taking this test. The sound quality was better than that of some of the other OTC devices we’ve tested, including MDHearing’s in-ear options.

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Eargo's hearing aids are nearly invisible, as seen in the photo above.

Dr. Reisman notes that if “Eargo is an option for your hearing loss and discretion is very important to you, their hearing aids are certainly worth a try.” That said, you might want to consider providers like Signia for serious medical hearing loss.

» Our Full Review: Eargo hearing aid review

Pricing

• Eargo 7: $2,699 per pair
• Eargo 6: $2,250 per pair
• Eargo SE: $1,69 per pair
• LINK by Eargo: $799 per pair

Unlike prescription providers like Signia and Phonak, Eargo is transparent with pricing. You can also spread the cost over monthly payments for 12 or 24 months, depending on your budget. Federal employees may be able to take advantage of the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program to receive Eargo at no cost.1

While Eargo is a few thousand dollars less expensive than prescription brands, it is more expensive than OTC options. For comparison, MDHearing’s most expensive model is $297 per pair, while Jabra Enhance’s top-of-the-line model costs $2,699 per pair. Still, if discretion is your top priority, Eargo may be worth the price bump.

Phonak Lyric Hearing Aid

• Price: $2,000 to $7,500 per pair
• Style: IIC, ITE, Mini BTE
• Type: Prescription
• Battery life: Up to 4 months (Lyric model)

Phonak’s Lyric model is the world’s first invisible extended-wear hearing device that delivers natural sound. Extended wear means you can wear Lyric 24/7 for four months without taking out the devices — even in the shower! Its unique placement in the ear canal allows it to stay fully hidden while users can capture sound from the outside world naturally; they’ll experience exceptional sound quality, even in discordant listening environments.

Expert Insights

From Audiologist Dr. Ruth Reisman,

Lyric is the only device of its kind. Patients love it because it's not only invisible, it's hassle-free for 3 to 4 months before it must be replaced. This makes it feel more like natural hearing vs. wearing a hearing aid. Lyric offers the most discretion from any hearing aid, sitting at 4 mm away from the eardrum.

Since Lyric is 100 percent invisible and stays in all the time, wearers can focus on enjoying life. The purchase of a Lyric hearing aid requires an ongoing subscription. The subscription includes replacement devices and technology updates as they become available. If Lyric isn’t the right fit for you, Phonak offers various discreet in-canal and BTE solutions.

If Lyric isn’t the right fit for you, Phonak offers a variety of other discreet in-canal and BTE solutions.

Testing out Phonak hearing aids

Our Experience With Phonak

While Phonak Lyric is the best discreet, extended-wear hearing aid on the market, it’s not without its drawbacks. It doesn’t offer some of the more advanced technology you can get with many other invisible hearing aids; this includes Bluetooth connectivity like with LINK by Eargo and enhanced digital speech recognition a la Signia’s Silk X.

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However, this also means you don’t have to connect it to any other device to get it working. The deep placement in the ear canal makes it easier to use the Phonak Lyric with headphones or when making phone calls without any obstruction or physical interference from the device. We also appreciate that you can wear the Phonak Lyric while you sleep, which is ideal for nighttime emergencies (like a fire alarm). If you like Phonak devices and customer support but your hearing loss is more severe or profound, Dr. Reisman recommends the Phonak Naída Lumity BTE hearing aid. This model includes several additional features, like Bluetooth connectivity and SmartSpeech recognition, but it is far less discreet than the Phonak Lyric.

» Our Full Review: Phonak hearing aid reviews

Pricing

The cost of Phonak hearing aids, including their Lyric model, varies by location. With the Lyric, users can choose between subscription plans that range from three months to two years, with extended plans generally costing less over time. If you want to discover whether this device is within your budget, visit your local hearing provider for more information. Dr. Reisman estimates that Phonak hearing aids range from $1,000 to $3,750 per ear, similar to other prescription brands.

While these hearing aids are expensive, remember that they offer superior sound quality and care to OTC hearing aids. Plus, they’re an option for those with severe to profound hearing loss. Working with an audiologist ensures that the devices are tailored to your unique needs, which is even more important if you have higher levels of hearing loss.

Dr. Reisman testing the sound quality of Sony s CRE-C10 hearing aids

Trying out Signia's Silk hearing aids

• Price: $2,000 to $7,500 per pair
• Style: IIC, CIC, ITC, ITE, Mini BTE
• Type: Prescription
• Battery life: Up to 80 hours

Signia offers prescription hearing aids with phenomenal sound quality, comfort, and ease of use. As far as invisible hearing aids go, Signia carries a few different models, including the Silk Nx and Silk X.

» Our Full Review: Signia hearing aid reviews

For ultimate discretion (but no Bluetooth connectivity), there’s Signia’s Silk Nx CIC, which sits in your ear canal. Signia also offers the Silk X, another ITC hearing aid that’s completely invisible, depending on your ear canal size. We love that this model has an instant fit. You can walk in for your hearing test and leave with hearing aids perfectly fitted to your ears. That is thanks to their flexible Click Sleeve design.

Expert Insights

From Audiologist Dr. Ruth Reisman,

Signia Silk hearing aids are the most commonly requested device in my office due to their small size and flexibility.

Our Experience With Signia

Signia is continually integrating new technology into their hearing aids. It can often be challenging for someone with moderate to severe hearing loss to find a reliable invisible hearing aid, but Signia considers all hearing loss levels. Plus, the company website is filled with information, which is welcome news if you prefer not to call customer service.

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While Signia does offer some rechargeable models, the Silk X and Silk Nx require regular battery replacements. That might not be a good fit for those with dexterity issues or who want rechargeable hearing aids. That said, Dr. Reisman is a big fan of Signia’s offerings. Her patients often report very positive feedback related to the device’s cosmetic appeal, discreet designs, and tinnitus relief features.

Pricing

Signia’s pricing varies greatly depending on where you shop and purchase their hearing aids, plus the specific features and designs you choose. To discover if these Signia models fit your budget, visit your local hearing aid center to learn more. According to Dr. Reisman, you can generally expect Signia’s costs to range between $1,000 and $3,750 per ear. That makes them far more expensive than OTC options like Eargo or MDHearing. However, it’s on par with other prescription hearing aids from brands like Phonak.

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Jabra Enhance Select 300 hearing aids

• Price: $995 to $1995 per pair
• Style: Mini BTE
• Type: OTC
• Battery life: Up to 18 hours

Jabra Enhance offers BTE hearing aids that are nearly invisible at an affordable price. Traditionally, BTE hearing aids are more noticeable than ITC models since they rest on the outside of the ear. But Jabra Enhance’s FDA-approved devices are less than half an inch wide and come in five colors designed to blend in with hair color, making them even more discreet. Remember that Jabra Enhance offers just three BTE models. If you prefer a different style, check out Signia and Phonak. Both offer more than a dozen models of all shapes and sizes.

» A Closer Look: Jabra Enhance Select 300 review

The near-invisible design is one of many Jabra Enhance perks. All models are rechargeable, Bluetooth-enabled, and include a 100-day money-back guarantee. Like Eargo, we could easily purchase our hearing aids online. Plus, they offer three years of virtual professional audiology services with Premium packages. We’re big fans of this follow-up care; an audiologist can ensure the best fit, help you learn the ropes, and address changes in your hearing over time. The audiologists we spoke with were kind, thorough, and helpful.

During testing, we could easily schedule an appointment with a Jabra Enhance audiologist through the mobile app.

Our Experience With Jabra Enhance

Though Jabra Enhance lacks a truly “invisible” model, they come close with their BTE devices. The petite design and clever color options allow Jabra Enhance hearing aids to blend in behind the ear. All three models are Bluetooth-enabled and come with follow-up care from Jabra Enhance’s audiology team with Premium packages, which cost just $200 more than the Basic package. Jabra Enhance is difficult to top for older adults looking for a relatively inexpensive, nearly invisible BTE hearing aid they can buy online.

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We appreciated that our Enhance Select 300 hearing aids came with clear and concise instructions to walk us through the setup and audio adjustments. Using the mobile app, we could adjust our settings and schedule virtual appointments with a trained audiologist who could answer our questions. The audiologist we spoke with offered tips to help us get the best possible fit and walked us through how to use the mobile app. Once we had everything set up, we found the sound quality was superior to other OTC brands such as MDHearing. It was very crisp, clear, and natural.

Expert Insights

From Audiologist Dr. Ruth Reisman,

Many patients comment on the cosmetic appeal of Jabra Enhance hearing aids. They sit snuggly behind the ear and can be well hidden.

These devices are also one of Dr. Reisman’s top picks for OTC hearing aids. She says,

“With superior sound quality, seamless connectivity, innovative design, advanced noise cancellation, and versatile applications, Jabra Enhance consistently delivers exceptional audio solutions that enhance productivity, entertainment, and communication clarity.”

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Pricing

• Enhance Select 50R: $995 to $1,195 per pair
• Enhance Select 300: $1,495 to $1,695 per pair
• Enhance Select 500: $1,795 to $1,995 per pair

Compared to prescription hearing aids like Signia and Phonak (which can cost well over $7,500 per pair), Jabra Enhance offers a more cost-effective option by selling hearing aids directly to consumers online. Just remember, they’re only an option for those with mild to moderate hearing loss.

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Jabra Enhance hearing aids start at $995 per pair and cost up to $1,995 if you opt for the Enhance Select 500 Premium package. That includes free shipping, three years of remote care with an audiologist, the Jabra Enhance Select mobile app, and more. The company also runs online sales throughout the year, which could save you a few hundred dollars on your hearing aids.

Testing out the Neo XS from MDHearing

• Price: $297 to $597 per pair
• Style: CIC, ITC, Mini BTE
• Type: OTC
• Battery life: Up to 20 hours

MDHearing offers two BTE models and two in-the-ear options. The NEO XS is the smallest and most lightweight of all the models; it gives you the closest thing to a nearly invisible hearing aid. It fits in the ear and is about the size of a pill, so it has minimal visibility.

At $397 per pair, the NEO XS model is relatively affordable. MDHearing also made our list for its two BTE models, the VOLT and AIR; they are comfortable and affordable. They offer high-tech features, like noise reduction and feedback cancellation. They’re bulkier than the NEO XS but have more features and advanced settings for wearers who require extra support. However, Dr. Reisman notes users should be careful with MDHearing’s BTE models, as they can over-amplify sounds.

Testing out MDHearing's VOLT devices

Our Experience With MDHearing

MDHearing offers value and comfort to older adults who want a basic, nearly invisible hearing aid. Remember that if you’re looking for hearing aids that blend in, MDHearing offers beige devices only. That means they may not be the most “invisible” for older adults with lighter or darker skin tones.

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Our testing yielded great results and decent sound quality, especially considering the low prices. However, Jabra Enhance and Eargo offer more natural sound quality. Note that the visibility of the NEO XS may vary based on the size of your ear canal.

When we tested the NEO XS, we had to change dome sizes to make the hearing aids less visible. That turned out to be a slightly arduous process. It might make the NEO XS challenging for seniors with poor dexterity or difficulties with fine motor skills. That said, Dr. Reisman has reported positive feedback from some of her patients who have chosen MDHearing hearing aids, particularly regarding the easy setup process.

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Pricing

• MDHearing AIR: $297 per pair
• MDHearing NEO: $297 per pair
• MDHearing NEO XS: $397 per pair
• MDHearing VOLT: $397 per pair
• MDHearing NEO XS PRO: $597 per pair

By offering OTC models with limited features, colors, and technology, MDHearing keeps prices low. MDHearing’s prices range from $297 to $597 per pair, thanks to year-round sales that keep costs down. If you don’t mind sacrificing some of the discretion and high-tech features you get with prescription providers like Signia and Phonak. You can end up saving thousands with MDHearing. These devices will only be suitable for mild to moderate hearing loss, so keep that in mind.