Hearing Aids in Singapore: How to Choose the Right One Without Overpaying

hearagain May 28th, 2025

Hearing aids are transformative tools that restore not just hearing, but also confidence, connection, and quality of life. However, many people in Singapore are overwhelmed by the choices available and the wide range of prices — from $1,000 to over $6,000 per ear. So how do you make the right decision without overpaying?

Understanding Your Hearing Needs

Choosing a hearing aid should start with a professional hearing assessment. No two people have the same hearing profile or listening needs. An office executive may need sophisticated noise filtering for meetings, while a retiree may prioritise clarity during TV time or family chats.

At Hear Again, we:

  • Conduct a detailed audiogram and lifestyle needs assessment

  • Explain your hearing loss in simple terms

  • Match your needs with appropriate technology — no upselling

Types of Hearing Aids

Hearing aids come in several styles and performance levels:

  • Behind-the-Ear (BTE): Powerful and comfortable; suitable for most hearing losses

  • Receiver-in-Canal (RIC): Discreet and widely used

  • In-the-Ear (ITE) or Completely-in-Canal (CIC): Almost invisible, but may not suit severe losses

Technology-wise, modern digital aids offer features like:

  • Directional microphones to focus on speech

  • Feedback suppression (no whistling)

  • Bluetooth connectivity (stream calls/music)

  • AI learning (adapts to your environment over time)

Why Professional Fitting Matters

The hearing aid is only as good as its fitting. At Hear Again, we use Real Ear Measurement (REM) and Speech Mapping to calibrate your hearing aids based on how sound actually behaves in your ears. This ensures:

  • Better speech clarity

  • Less need for frequent adjustments

  • A more natural, comfortable hearing experience

Affordable, Transparent Pricing

Unlike retail outlets, our clinic prioritises clinical outcomes over commissions. Because we are audiologist-run, we offer:

  • Lower prices

  • Unbiased brand selection (Phonak, Signia, ReSound, Cochlear)

  • Follow-up support and fine-tuning included

The right hearing aid doesn’t have to be the most expensive. It should be the most effective — for you.