Traditional Battery vs. Rechargeable Models
Hi, this is Dr. Egan from Now Hear This, and today I want to talk to you about different kinds of hearing aid chargers. Nowadays, pretty much every hearing aid company offers both battery-powered and rechargeable models.
The battery model is a great option for people who are avid travelers or campers and don’t want to worry about finding an outlet or bringing an adapter on their trip.
However, 90% of our patients now choose the rechargeable model because of its convenience. You simply set the hearing aid in the charger while you sleep and put it on your ears when you wake up.
Choosing the Right Hearing Aid Charger for Your Lifestyle
There are many different types of hearing aid chargers, and different lifestyle factors might impact which one is best for you.
• Ease of Use: The Oticon charger is one of the easiest to use, especially for individuals with dexterity concerns like arthritis.
• Hygiene & Maintenance: The Widex charger features a UV cycle that eliminates up to 99.99% of bacteria, yeast, and viruses, making it an excellent choice for someone frequently in active environments.
• Portability: The Signia charger is compact and portable, ideal for someone with a varying schedule who may need to charge their hearing aids throughout the day.
Finding the Best Fit
It’s important for an audiologist to thoroughly understand a patient’s lifestyle needs to recommend the right hearing aid and charger. This is why we work with all seven major hearing aid manufacturers, ensuring we can always find the right fit for each individual.
