Best Android-Compatible Hearing Aids, Tested and Reviewed by Audiologists

Our audiologists and senior tech experts tested Android-compatible hearing aids and narrowed down the list to our top picks.

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Our audiologists and senior tech experts tested the best Android-compatible hearing aids and narrowed down the list to our top picks.

100
Hours of Research 
15
Products Tested
5
Experts Consulted
5
Products Selected
Our team of tech experts test the hearing aids on our list by hand, including the Eargo 6 featured above.

Our team of tech experts test the hearing aids on our list by hand, including the Eargo 6 featured above.

How We Tested the Hearing Aids

How we test and evaluate hearing aids
Our tech team conducted over 100 hours of hands-on testing to compare the top Android-compatible hearing aids. We focused on usability with Android phones and noted every aspect of our experience.

Here’s what our testing process looked like for OTC hearing aids that are available online:

  1. We took each brand’s online hearing test and compared our results to in-person evaluations conducted by a licensed audiologist.
  2. Then, we selected our hearing aids and made our purchase, evaluating the overall purchasing process. We considered the price and value of each model, seasonal or temporary promotions, additional fees, and upfront costs.
  3. Once the devices arrived, we followed the instructions to set them up. If the brand had a mobile app, we downloaded and set it up on our Android phones and tablets. We evaluated the ease of use and noted the total number of steps required to get our hearing aids functioning with our Android devices.
  4. We contacted customer service several times to evaluate the quality of care by phone, mobile app (if applicable), and online chat features.
  5. Our team tested each hearing aid for a week at home, in noisy environments, and in conversational settings. We evaluated the features, sound quality, comfort, and ease of use in each location.

For prescription hearing aids that aren’t available online, we researched top brands with Android-compatible hearing aids. Then we spoke with Dr. Reisman about each manufacturer. We used her experience prescribing and testing these hearing aids, along with feedback from her patients, to evaluate and rank them.

How We Chose the Best Hearing Aids for Android

Choosing Android-compatible hearing aids is challenging with so many options available. We’ve narrowed the choices to our top picks, tested and approved by our resident audiologist, Dr. Ruth Reisman. We evaluated using the following criteria:

  • Android system compatibility: Every provider on this list offers hearing aids compatible with Android devices, but some work with Android phones from a decade ago. Others work only with recent Android smartphones and tablets.
  • Price: We’ve included more affordable, over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids and pricier prescription hearing aids that offer solid value, ensuring options for seniors on a budget and those who want all the features.
  • Bluetooth streaming: Bluetooth streaming is a great feature to pair with Android smartphones, but it’s not available from every provider. Not every provider on this list offers it, and you may need to pay more or sacrifice other features to get it.
  • Mobile app features: If you’re already accustomed to an Android smartphone or tablet, a supportive mobile app is a plus. All of our top picks offer user-friendly mobile apps for customizing your listening experience.
  • Ease of use: Not all hearing aid users are tech-savvy, so we appreciate providers that make their products easy to use right out of the box. All of our top picks are easy enough for most seniors to start using without much (if any) assistance.
  • Comfort and design: Whether you prefer a behind-the-ear hearing aid or a discreet, completely-in-canal model, we included something comfortable for everyone.

Why Trust Us

Our tech team tests out the latest gadgets for seniors each year. We’ve logged hundreds of hours testing and reviewing hearing aids from dozens of providers. To ensure the best information, we also work directly with experts such as our resident licensed audiologist, Dr. Ruth Reisman. She has personally tested or prescribed hearing aids from every provider on this list and has given her approval for our top picks.

She also discussed her experiences helping patients set up their Android-compatible hearing aids. Dr. Reisman has over three decades of experience working with older adults who have hearing loss, so we take her word seriously!

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Citations
  1. National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders. (2024). Quick Statistics About Hearing, Balance, & Dizziness.

  2. Signia. Device compatibility.

  3. Audio Service. Device Compatibility.

  4. Clinical and Experimental Otorhinolaryngology. (2021). Clinical Comparison of a Hearing Aid, a Personal Sound Amplification Product, and a Wearable Augmented Reality Device.

Written By:
Matthew Jones
Writer and Editor
Matthew Jones is a Senior Living researcher and writer who has spent the past five years producing in-depth guides for older adults and their families. His expertise spans long-term care planning and everyday tech like medical alert systems, hearing aids,… Learn More About Matthew Jones
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Dr. Ruth Reisman
Audiologist
Ruth Reisman, AuD MBA, is a licensed audiologist and hearing aid dispenser in New York state and is certified by the American Speech and Hearing Association. She is an associate adjunct professor for the CUNY Graduate Center and Touro College… Learn More About Dr. Ruth Reisman