Behind-the-ear (BTE)
A small case sits behind your ear and sends sound through a thin tube into your ear canal.
- How visible
- Visible
- Power
- Rechargeable
- Price range
- $2,000 to $4,500 a pair
Who it suits
People with mild to profound hearing loss, children, and anyone who wants larger controls that are easy to handle.
About this style
Behind-the-ear hearing aids are the most powerful and most durable style. Their larger size makes them easy to hold, clean and charge.
Works for almost every type and level of hearing loss
Large buttons that are easy to use
Long battery life
More visible than smaller styles
Compare with the other styles
| Style | How visible | Power | Price range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Behind-the-ear (BTE) | Visible | Rechargeable | $2,000 to $4,500 a pair |
| Receiver-in-canal (RIC) | Discreet | Rechargeable | $2,500 to $6,000 a pair |
| In-the-ear (ITE) | Discreet | Disposable battery | $2,000 to $5,000 a pair |
| Completely-in-canal (CIC) | Almost invisible | Disposable battery | $2,500 to $5,500 a pair |