Over the counter (OTC) hearing aids

[workinonit]

You can opt for that type of insurance on any hearing aids. I have that on mine. I would obviously have to see and try the Jabra aids to determine their level of technology. When I was fitted for my latest pair there was an issue that the audiologist was not comfortable with so she referred me to their ENT. I visited him and got the problem corrected so that we could continue with the HA fitting. I'm not sure you're going to get that type of care from Costco but maybe you will. I've had HAs for over 45 years and this is the best provider I've ever had. As far as batteries, I can't use the rechargeable aids. They don't last long enough for me for a regular work day. I just can't afford for them to go dead during the day.

 

[Complete Turf Care]

You can opt for that type of insurance on any hearing aids. I have that on mine. I would obviously have to see and try the Jabra aids to determine their level of technology. When I was fitted for my latest pair there was an issue that the audiologist was not comfortable with so she referred me to their ENT. I visited him and got the problem corrected so that we could continue with the HA fitting. I'm not sure you're going to get that type of care from Costco but maybe you will. I've had HAs for over 45 years and this is the best provider I've ever had. As far as batteries, I can't use the rechargeable aids. They don't last long enough for me for a regular work day. I just can't afford for them to go dead during the day.

Your hearing loss is probably much different than mine. I'm happy for you that you have found what works best for you.

I went with Jabra because the ratings and reviews were better than others. I also decided on OTC for the convenience of not having to go to a hearing specialist several times to get fitted. It seems that OTC has come a long way in a short time and it seems that Jabra is leading the pack.

Their customer service seems to be top notch so far.

 

[etpm]

As far as batteries, I can't use the rechargeable aids. They don't last long enough for me for a regular work day. I just can't afford for them to go dead during the day.

I'm surprised that rechargeable hearing aids wouldn't work for you because they don't last long enough. My hearing aids last at least 14 hours. That's the longest in one day that I have used them. Maybe yours provide more amplification and so use more power. How long ago did you try rechargeable hearing aids? Battery capacity has improved greatly and electronics have become much more efficient in the use of power.
Eric

 

[workinonit]

I have never tried them. I've always been told that the Phonaks would get 8 to 12 hours from a charge and that's just not a chance I can take. At home that would be fine but not when I'm working. I do use mine all the time for the phone and TV. That really eats battery life. I spend maybe $15 a month on batteries.

 

[super55]

Do a search on amazon and then follow with research on youtube on bluetooth hearing aids. Essentially what it does is allow your phone to do all the work. They will automatically adjust via the phone or you can adjust manually through the phone app. When a call comes in it syncs immediately so you don't get the "whistle" from the hearing aid.

I had a co-worker that had hearing aids through the VA that cost 5k and he said these 800 dollar ones outperformed them by far. I haven't kept in touch with him otherwise I would provide a brand but I trust his word.

 

[workinonit]

I've had bluetooth aids for 10 years or so. Of course the latest set is the most advanced both in sound quality and technology.