For calm listening needs
$1,400 to $1,900 a pair
Suits Quiet rooms and one-to-one chats
Supports people who spend most of their time in quiet, predictable places.
Hearing aids from all major brands
Hearing aids
If you're thinking about hearing aids, it's fine to feel unsure. We'll explain styles, features and prices clearly. You can try a pair with our free 30-day home trial.
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Try before you buy
Free 30-day trial
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Brands
All major brands
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Follow-up visits
Free of charge
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Our staff
Earn no commission
Choosing hearing aids
How we help you choose hearing aids
You may be worried about the cost, or about being talked into something. That's understandable, and there's no rush.
Apex Hearing is owned by two local audiologists, Julian and Orlando. We have no ties to any hearing aid maker, and no one here is paid commission.
So our advice is about your hearing, your day and your budget. If a simpler hearing aid would suit you, we'll say so.
Hearing aids may help, though results vary from person to person. If you have sudden hearing loss, ear pain, fluid from your ear or sudden dizziness, see your GP or go to an emergency department today.
We'll give you independent advice and as much time as you need.
Sizes and styles
Hearing aid styles: behind the ear and in the ear
Hearing aids are much smaller than they used to be. Most sit behind the ear, and some sit inside it. We're happy to show you each style.
- Receiver in canal RIC
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A small piece sits behind your ear. A thin wire carries sound into your ear.
Suits: Mild through to severe hearing loss
- Behind the ear BTE
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Everything sits in one piece behind your ear. Bigger buttons make it simpler to handle.
Suits: Greater hearing loss, or easier handling
- In the ear ITE
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Made to fit your ear from a mould we take. Nothing sits behind your ear.
Suits: Mild to severe hearing loss, wearing glasses
- Completely in canal CIC
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The smallest style sits deep in your ear canal, where it's very hard to see.
Suits: Mild hearing loss, and steady hands
Hearing aid brands
We fit hearing aids from all major brands
We can pick from any brand sold in Australia, and suggest the one that suits you.
Phonak
Oticon
Signia
Starkey
Widex
ReSound
Unitron
Bernafon
What it costs
Hearing aid prices: five levels of technology
Hearing aids are $1,400 to $11,500 a pair. In quiet places, most hearing aids behave much the same. Higher levels help more in noisy places, like restaurants.
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For mild background noise
$1,900 to $2,900 a pair
Suits Small groups and quieter cafes
Helps with small gatherings and places where background noise is present but manageable.
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For varied daily environments
$3,400 to $4,500 a pair
Suits Restaurants, outings and family meals
Suits people who move between quiet and moderately noisy places throughout the day.
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For busy daily environments
$5,500 to $7,500 a pair
Suits Busy venues, meetings and outdoors
Designed for people who often have meetings, outdoor activities and several people talking.
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For highly complex listening needs
$9,500 to $11,500 a pair
Suits The busiest, most complex places
Supports people who are often in crowded venues and fast-changing places, with many voices at once.
Every level includes
- A free 30-day trial at home
- No fee for follow-up visits or adjustments
- A fitting visit of about 30 minutes
- A follow-up one to two weeks later
If you hold a Pensioner Concession Card, or a Veteran Gold or White Card, you may get hearing aids at no cost. Conditions apply. We're happy to check for you.
See prices and rebatesThe 30-day home trial
How the 30-day home trial works
There's no pressure to decide on the day.
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We test your hearing first
Your first visit takes 30 to 40 minutes. We check your hearing and explain what we find.
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We talk about your day
Where do you find it hardest to hear? Your answers help us suggest a level of technology.
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We fit your hearing aids
The fitting takes about 30 minutes. We set them up and show you how to use them. Real Ear Measurement uses a small microphone in the ear canal to measure how your hearing aids perform, so we can fine-tune them accurately for your hearing needs.
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You try them at home
Take them home for 30 days. Wear them in your normal week, especially where hearing is hardest.
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We see how you're going
We'll see you one to two weeks later, for about 20 minutes. Adjustments are common early on.
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The choice is then yours
If they suit you, you keep them. If not, you simply return them.
Hearing aid questions
Questions people ask about hearing aids
How much are hearing aids a pair?
Hearing aids cost $1,400 to $11,500 a pair, across five levels of technology. Together, we'll work out which level suits your life and budget.
Can I try hearing aids before buying?
Yes. Every pair comes with a free 30-day home trial. After the trial, the choice is entirely yours.
Will other people notice my hearing aids?
Usually not. Most hearing aids today are small and light. Some in-the-ear styles are hard to spot, and behind-the-ear styles are slimmer than before.
Are rechargeable hearing aids easier to use?
Many people find them easier. They charge in a case overnight, so there are no small batteries to change. They turn on by themselves.
What can Bluetooth hearing aids connect to?
They connect to most modern phones and tablets, so phone calls and music stream straight to your ears. Many also connect to your TV.
Can I get help with the cost?
You may be able to. Pensioner and veteran card holders may qualify for the Hearing Services Program. WorkCover and health funds may also help.
Talk to an audiologist about hearing aids
You're welcome to ask anything, with no pressure to buy. Book a time, or give us a call first.
Julian, Orlando, Eva and Sara look forward to hearing from you.