Best iPhone Hearing Aids, Tested by Audiologists in 2025

Our tech experts and audiologists tested the best iPhone hearing aids on the market. We narrowed the list to our top picks, including Jabra Enhance, Eargo, and Widex.

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Our resident audiologists and senior tech experts tested the best made-for-iPhone (MFI) hearing aids to select our top picks.

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Our team testing out different hearing aids

Our team testing out different hearing aids

How We Tested the Hearing Aids

How we test and evaluate hearing aids
Our tech team conducted over 100 hours of testing to compare the top iPhone-compatible hearing aids on the market. Here’s what our testing process looked like for OTC hearing aids that are available online:

  1. We completed each brand’s online hearing test, comparing our results to in-person evaluations from an audiologist.
  2. Then, we purchased a pair of iPhone-compatible hearing aids, evaluating the overall purchasing process and how easy (or difficult) it was. We considered the price and value of each model, keeping in mind that seasonal promotions, extra fees, and up-front costs can vary.
  3. Once we got our hearing aids, we followed the instructions to set them up. If the brand had a mobile app, we downloaded it from the iOS App Store. We evaluated the ease of use and the steps required to get our hearing aids out of the box, working, and connected to our iPhones.
  4. We contacted customer service several times to evaluate the quality of care by phone, mobile app (when applicable), and online chat features.
  5. Our team tested each hearing aid for a week, using the devices at home, in noisy environments, and in conversational settings. We evaluated the hearing aid’s features, sound quality, and ease of use in various locations and sound environments.

For prescription hearing aids that aren’t available online, we spoke with Dr. Reisman about her expertise with each brand. We used her experience prescribing and testing these brands (plus patient feedback) to evaluate and rank them.

How We Chose the Best Hearing Aids

Since iPhones are among the most popular smartphones worldwide, multiple iPhone-compatible hearing aids are available. We narrowed the choices with over 100 hours of hands-on testing, feedback from audiologist Dr. Ruth Reisman, and conversations with each provider’s customer support staff. All hearing aids on our list have been tested by our tech team and/or prescribed by Dr. Reisman. We evaluated each device using the following criteria:

  • Made-For-iPhone certification: Many devices, including hearing aids, can be MFi or “Made for iPhone.” Hearing aids with MFi certification are specifically designed to connect and work with iPhones and other Apple products. They’ve also been tested and certified by the developer to meet Apple’s performance standards. All of the brands on this list offer MFi hearing aids.
  • Bluetooth connectivity: Bluetooth streaming allows you to hear calls, videos, or other audio from your iPhone through your hearing aids. All of our top picks offer some form of Bluetooth connectivity. Having Bluetooth is particularly important for seniors with spotty Wi-Fi or cellular connectivity, as Bluetooth doesn’t require an internet connection to connect devices.
  • Price: We included more affordable over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, plus high-end (and expensive) prescription options. OTC hearing aids are best for older adults with mild to moderate hearing loss and those shopping on a budget. Alternatively, prescription hearing aids may offer options for individuals with severe and profound hearing loss and are best suited for those who are willing to budget for in-person fittings and care.
  • Mobile app: An iPhone app allows users to adjust the volume, program settings for particular sound environments, and even connect with hearing care professionals (depending on the brand). Providers that offer user-friendly apps get extra points from us!
  • Brand reputation: Brand reputation is vital as it indicates that a hearing aid provider delivers high-quality products to consumers. Our tech team consulted with our resident audiologist, Dr. Reisman, to discuss the finalists and ensure we recommend the best products.

Why Trust Us?

Our team of tech experts tries out the latest gadgets and devices for seniors each year. We’ve logged hundreds of hours testing and reviewing hearing aids from dozens of providers. In addition to our hands-on research, we collaborate with experts who have decades of experience prescribing hearing aids and assisting seniors with hearing loss.

Our resident licensed audiologist, Dr. Ruth Reisman, helped us craft this list and has firsthand experience with all the brands and models discussed. She has helped many seniors learn to set up hearing aids to work seamlessly with their iPhones, and she gave her seal of approval to each entry on this list.

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Citations
  1. Apple. (2021). Use Made for iPhone hearing devices.

  2. National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders. (2021). Quick Statistics About Hearing.

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Dr. Ruth Reisman
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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