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Hearing aid styles
Why premium hearing care
Find the right technology level
Hearing Technology Guide | MBHC
Step 1 of 6 — Lifestyle
Where do you spend most of your time each day?
This helps us match the right technology level and features to your daily life.
🏠
Mostly at home
Quiet & relaxed
🌳
Quiet outings
Visits, small shops
Cafés & social
Regular outings
🏢
Busy workplace
Offices, meetings
✈️
Very active
Travel, events, crowds
Step 2 of 6 — Noise
How difficult do you find conversation in noisy environments?
Think about restaurants, parties, or busy shops — how do you manage?
😌
Not an issue
I avoid noisy places
🙂
Occasionally tricky
Only in very loud spots
😐
Moderately hard
Struggle in restaurants
😟
Very difficult
A daily frustration
😔
My biggest challenge
Often miss conversations
Step 3 of 6 — Phone & Meetings
How often do you use the telephone or join meetings?
Include calls, video meetings, and any work or social catch-ups.
🤝
Rarely
Prefer face-to-face
📞
Occasionally
A few calls per week
📱
Regularly
Daily phone use
💼
Frequent
Calls & team meetings
🎙️
Constantly
Video calls, presentations
Step 4 of 6 — Streaming
How important is streaming music, TV or phone audio to your hearing aids?
Wireless streaming lets audio play directly into your hearing aids from devices around you.
🙅
Not at all
Simple is fine
📺
TV streaming
Would be handy
🎵
Music & calls
Would use regularly
🎧
Very important
Part of my daily routine
🔗
Essential
Full smart integration
Step 5 of 6 — Environments
How many different environments do you move through in a typical day?
More environments means your hearing aids need to adapt more frequently and intelligently.
🛋️
Just one
Mostly at home
🚗
A couple
Home + one or two trips
🗓️
A few
Varied daily routine
🔄
Many
Constantly on the move
Constantly changing
Quiet to very loud, all day
Step 6 of 6 — Investment
How would you describe your approach to investing in hearing technology?
There's no wrong answer — this simply helps us point you to the most suitable level.
💰
Essentials only
Value-focused
🪙
Modest budget
Cost is a priority
⚖️
Good value
Balance cost & quality
Willing to invest
Performance matters
🏆
The very best
Regardless of cost
Your recommended level

🏠
Home
💬
Conversation
🌳
Outdoors
🛍️
Mall
💼
Meeting
🏢
Workplace
🎭
Theatre
🍽️
Restaurant
🚗
Car
🗨️
Noisy Crowd
Economy
Economy
Essential
Essential
Standard
Standard
Premium
Premium
Ultimate
Ultimate
Ultimate
Premium
Standard
Essential
Economy
Find the right hearing aid
Hearing Aid Finder | Maria Brown Hearing Clinic
Step 1 of 5 — Lifestyle
Step 1 of 4

How would you describe your lifestyle?

This helps us match the right technology level and features to your daily life.

🏃
Very Active
Sports, outdoor activities, frequent travel
🤝
Social
Restaurants, meetings, regular social events
🏡
Moderate
Mix of home, work and some social situations
📖
Quiet
Mostly home, TV, one-on-one conversations
Step 2 of 4

What degree of hearing loss do you have?

If you haven't had a formal test, choose your best estimate — we'll clarify in your consultation.

🔉
Mild
Struggle in noise or with soft speech
🔊
Moderate
Regularly ask people to repeat themselves
📢
Moderate-Severe
Significant difficulty in quiet settings
🦻
Profound / Unsure
Very limited hearing or not yet assessed
Step 3 of 4

Which style appeals to you?

Modern hearing aids come in many forms — from completely invisible to powerful behind-the-ear devices.

👁️
Invisible (IIC)
Completely hidden inside the ear canal
👂
In-the-Ear (ITE)
Custom-moulded, sits in the outer ear
🎧
Receiver-in-Canal (RIC)
Slim and discreet — most popular style
💪
Behind-the-Ear (BTE)
Maximum power, easiest to handle
Step 4 of 4

What best describes your approach to budget?

Health fund rebates and payment plans can reduce your out-of-pocket cost significantly.

🏆Ultimate
I want the absolute best — no compromises
The latest AI-powered technology with every premium feature. Maximum speech clarity in all environments. The pinnacle of hearing care.
Premium
I want premium technology at a smarter price
Near top-of-range performance with all the flagship features. Excellent for active and social lifestyles without the top-tier price.
Standard
A great balance of performance and value
Strong, reliable performance for most everyday listening situations. The most popular choice — particularly for first-time wearers.
💙Essential
I'm budget-conscious but want reliable quality
Solid core hearing performance for quieter everyday environments. Dependable, comfortable, and easy to manage.
💰Economy
Cost is my priority — show me the most affordable
Entry-level hearing support for one-on-one conversations and quieter home environments. A great starting point.

Good to know: Health fund rebates, government subsidies, and flexible payment plans may significantly reduce your out-of-pocket cost. We also provide large discounts for Seniors Card and Pension Card holders. Ask our team about your eligibility when we follow up.

Hearing aid styles
Hearing Aid Styles
Hearing Aid Styles

What hearing aid style suits you?

Different styles offer different levels of visibility, comfort, and technology.


RIC held in hand
RIC worn on earMost Popular
Receiver-in-Canal RIC

A slim device behind the ear with a thin wire carrying the receiver into the ear canal. Discreet, comfortable, and available in the widest range of technology levels.

Very DiscreetRechargeableBluetoothMild–Severe Loss
Recommended aids
SigniaPure Charge&Go 7 IX
PhonakAudéo Infinio Sphere
SigniaStyletto 5 IX
BTE worn on ear
BTE held in handMost Powerful
Behind-the-Ear BTE

The device sits fully behind the ear connecting to a custom earmould. Ideal for severe to profound hearing loss and particularly easy to handle.

Severe–Profound LossMost VisibleBluetooth
Recommended aids
SigniaMotion Charge&Go SP 7 IX
StarkeyOmega AI BTE
SigniaPure 312 5 IX
ITE worn in ear
ITE held in hand
In-the-Ear ITE / ITC

A custom-moulded shell that fills the outer ear or ear canal. Nothing sits behind the ear — everything is contained in a single unit shaped precisely to your ear.

Custom FitBluetoothMild–Moderate Loss
Recommended aids
StarkeyOmega AI ITC
SigniaInsio Charge&Go 5 IX
StarkeyOmega AI ITE
IIC held between fingers
IIC worn in earMost Invisible
Invisible-in-Canal IIC / CIC

The smallest and most discreet option — worn deep in the ear canal and virtually invisible to others. Removed daily using a small pull cord.

Virtually InvisibleNatural SoundMild–Moderate Only
Recommended aids
SigniaSilk Charge&Go IX
StarkeyOmega AI IIC
SigniaInsio 5 IX CIC
Why premium hearing care
Why Choose Premium Hearing Care?
Premium hearing care

Why choose premium hearing care?

Not all hearing care is equal. See exactly how our approach delivers more value, better outcomes, and total peace of mind — compared to the rest of the industry.

Our Premium Care
General Hearing Care
Free Trial Period
Free 7-day trial on all major brands
Rarely offered; often charge a fitting fee
Technology Access
World's best & latest hearing tech only
Often stock older or inferior branded models
Rehabilitation Program
Industry-leading 8-week rehab program included
No structured program; you're on your own
Warranty & Servicing
3-year warranty + free lifetime in-house servicing
1–2 year warranty; servicing charged separately
$
Payment Flexibility
Interest-free, from $15/week — no lump sum needed
Full upfront cost or high-interest finance
Trade-In Program
Tasmania's only hearing aid trade-in program
No trade-in — old aids become worthless
Appointments & Adjustments
All appointments & adjustments included, always
Charged per visit — costs add up quickly
Home Care
Free home visits in Hobart & Launceston areas
No home visits; clinic-only service
Loyalty & Rewards
Gold Club membership with thousands in value
No loyalty program offered
Events & Ongoing Offers
Yearly events, discounts on accessories & wax removal
No community events or ongoing discounts

The verdict is clear.

Across every measure that matters, choosing high quality hearing care delivers better hearing outcomes and wins outright when it comes to value.

Our Premium Care10/10
General Hearing Care0/10

Free 7-Day Trial

Try all major products from all major brands — completely free, with no obligation to buy.

✦ Included

World's Best Technology

We stock only the latest, leading hearing technology — never outdated or inferior "branded" models.

✦ Included

8-Week Rehabilitation Program

Our industry-leading structured program ensures you get maximum performance from your new hearing aids.

✦ Included

Full 3-Year Warranty

Comprehensive protection against all repairs or damage, plus free lifetime in-house servicing.

✦ Included
$

Flexible Payment Options

Interest-free, flexible weekly payments starting at just $15 per week — no large upfront sums.

✦ Included

Tasmania's Only Trade-In Program

Trade in your old hearing aids through Tasmania's only hearing aid trade-in program.

✦ Exclusive

All Appointments Included

Stop paying for every single visit. All fittings, adjustments, and check-ups are completely included.

✦ Included

Free Home Care

Can't come to us? We'll come to you. Free home visits available in the Hobart and Launceston areas.

✦ Included

Gold Club Membership

Join our exclusive Gold Club and unlock thousands of dollars in added value, perks, and benefits.

✦ Exclusive

Events, Discounts & Offers

Access our yearly events and ongoing discounts on products, accessories, and services like wax removal.

✦ Included
Tesimonials

Trusted by thousands

"After talking though the many options, I decided to start a trial with 'in ear' hearing aids. I have to say the improvement was pretty remarkable and very exciting. They come with an app which allows you to make adjustments on your phone. My friends and work colleagues had no idea that I even had hearing aids on. I now realise that I should have gotten my hearing aids much sooner."

G. Jackson - Google Review  

"First time getting hearing aids recently, whole experience with Maria was professional, reassuring and positive. I was so pleased with the process and felt very supported with the follow up. I have had the best outcome, better than I had hoped for. Thanks Maria!!! Great service and staff, 5 stars from me"

S. Galligan - Google Review

"Maria Brown Hearing Clinic has changed the world of hearing for me. My experience with Maria has been outstanding from start to finish. Maria and her team harness pure professionalism, expertise, and genuine care for patients which truly sets them apart. Maria Browns dedication to improving her patients' quality of life is evident in every aspect of her practice."

K. O'Shea - Google Review

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