How do rechargeable hearing aids work?
Rechargeable hearing aids usually work on lithium batteries. These are the same type of batteries as those in most smartphones. To charge the hearing aid, you will need a charger, just like with a telephone. Thischarging stationsare always included with the online purchase of the rechargeable hearing aids. When you go to sleep, you only have to put the hearing aid in the charger and you can hear well again the next day. If you charge the rechargeable hearing aids before you go to bed, you can be sure that they are fully charged in the morning.
How long does it take to charge the rechargeable hearing aids?
It takes an average of 3 to 4 hours for the rechargeablehearing aidswithout the battery fully charged. The hearing aids will then work for approximately 24 hours on a fully charged battery, this varies per hearing aid. The battery itself lasts as long as the lifespan of the hearing aid. The lifespan is approximately 4 to 5 years. After this period, you can buy your new hearing aids, but you can also choose to only replace the battery.
Pros and cons of rechargeable hearing aids
In order to decide whether purchasing a rechargeable hearing aid is right for you, we have explained both the advantages and disadvantages of rechargeable hearing aids below. This will help you determine whether the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.
Advantages of rechargeable hearing aid:
- Ease:You no longer need to replace batteries and can charge the device at any time of the day.
- Eco-friendly option:Because you don't have to replace batteries, you reduce highly polluting battery waste.
- Long term use:Rechargeable hearing aids can be used for much longer without needing to be charged than non-rechargeable hearing aids.
- (Usually) better sound:Because rechargeable hearing aids have a strong, constant power source, they often perform better sonically than non-rechargeable hearing aids.
Disadvantages of rechargeable hearing aids:
- Price:In general, rechargeable hearing aids are more expensive than non-rechargeable devices because the technology of these hearing aids is more advanced.
- Charging time:It can sometimes take a while for your device to charge again. At night this is not a problem, but if your device runs out of power during the day, charging takes a lot longer than replacing a battery.
- Dependence on power supply:You will need a power outlet to charge your hearing aid. (Unless you have acharging stationhas, but of course it also needs to be charged)
- Possible issues with charging mechanism:The charging mechanism can sometimes cause problems, making it impossible to use your rechargeable hearing aid.
Optimal use of a rechargeable hearing aid
We recommend that you always put your hearing aids in the charger when you are not using them. This ensures that you always know where they are. Many people think that this damages the battery, but this is not the case. Frequently charging your hearing aids does not shorten the life of the battery. Please note that it is best not to store your hearing aids in an unplugged charger. This can damage therechargeable batteriesdeflate and it can shorten the lifespan. If you are not going to use the hearing aids for a while, turn them off and store them in a safe place.
Phonak rechargeable hearing aids
Phonak is the first brand in the world to sell rechargeable hearing aids. The new Phonak Audeo is such a rechargeable hearing aid from the Phonak Belong series. On average, a wearer uses a hearing aid between 12 and 18 hours. This Phonak rechargeable hearing aid lasts around 24 hours. Are you going out for the evening or staying up late with friends? Then you don't have to charge your hearing aid at home first. The charging time of rechargeable hearing aids is also relatively short. It would be logical if you had to charge a hearing aid all night long, but the charging time is limited to around 4 hours.
How much does a rechargeable hearing aid cost?
Rechargeable hearing aids are an investment. This is true for all medical devices. The price also depends on the model, the extra functions and the coverage of your insurance.
Cheaper rechargeable hearing aids have lower performance and less advanced features such as Bluetooth connectivity. To find out which rechargeable hearing aid suits you and your wallet best, our specialists are ready to help you.
How do you compare a hearing aid without batteries?
Onlinehoortoestel.nl offers various brands and models of rechargeable hearing aids. We therefore understand that it is a search for the model that suits you best. To support you in making the right decision, we list a number of things with which you can compare rechargeable hearing aids:
- Battery life;
- Size and weight;
- Battery life (how long before you need to recharge the battery);
- Connectivity with other devices (new technologies allow you to pair some hearing aids with other devices and therefore also use them for listening to music, for example);
- Additional features include water resistance, noise reduction and volume control.
Service from Onlinehoortoestel.nl
Would you like a rechargeable hearing aid with 24 hours of hearing pleasure on one battery? Send us your hearing test or visit our store in Naarden. We will then see if we can find a suitable rechargeable hearing aid for your degree of hearing loss.
At Onlinehoortoestel.nl we have a wide range ofhearing aidsavailable, rechargeable hearing aids are part of that. You will also findinvisible hearing aids, hearing aids for children and evenremotely adjustable hearing aids. Do you have any questions about any of our rechargeable hearing aids? Please contact ourcustomer service, we are happy to help you! Also check our general terms and conditions andfrequently asked questionsfor more information!
