Hearing & Mobility - Hearing Aids Catalogue

The 2017 Consumer's Guide to Hearing Aids from Hearing & Mobility is an invaluable, easy-to-understand resource covering the full landscape of the modern digital hearing aid market. Whether you are exploring options for the first time or looking to upgrade, this free guide gives you the grounding to make a confident, informed choice.

What the Guide Covers

Across 18 chapters the guide walks you through the common signs of hearing loss, an explanation of digital hearing aid technology, and side-by-side comparisons at every level from entry and basic through to advanced, invisible, and premium models. Topics include hearing aid shell styles, wireless connectivity, smartphone app compatibility, T-Coil loop systems, battery basics, and a full glossary of hearing aid terms.

Choosing the Right Level of Hearing Aid

One of the most practical sections of the guide is its tier-by-tier comparison format. Entry-level "fit & go" models suit mild, straightforward hearing loss, while advanced and premium devices offer features such as wireless streaming, directional microphones, and rechargeable batteries. The guide explains what each tier delivers so you can match your needs and budget before speaking to an audiologist.

Understanding Your Hearing Health

Beyond product comparisons, the guide addresses the question many people put off: why two-ear fitting typically produces better results than one, how custom in-ear shells are manufactured, and the difference between hearing sounds and actually understanding speech in noise. This contextual information helps readers arrive at a hearing test well prepared.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of hearing aid are covered in the guide?

The guide covers all major shell styles including behind-the-ear, receiver-in-canal, in-the-ear, and invisible-in-canal models, with comparisons at entry, basic, advanced, and premium levels.

Is the guide suitable for someone with no prior knowledge of hearing aids?

Yes. It is written in plain language and begins with the basics of hearing loss before moving on to product features, making it accessible to first-time readers and carers alike.

Does the guide include information on digital and wireless features?

Yes. Dedicated chapters cover digital processing, wireless streaming, smartphone app control, and T-Coil loop compatibility, reflecting the technology available at the time of publication (2017).

Can I use this guide to prepare for a hearing test?

Absolutely. Understanding the terminology and range of products available before your appointment means you can ask better questions and engage more fully with the audiologist's recommendations.

How up to date is the product information?

This guide was published in 2017 and reflects the hearing aid market as it stood at that time. Technology and available models have advanced since then, so treat the comparisons as a general framework rather than a current product listing.

Was the guide available free of charge?

Yes. At the time of listing, the Consumer's Guide to Hearing Aids was offered free of charge by Hearing & Mobility. As this catalogue is now archived, please contact the company directly for current resources.

Note: this brochure is from our archive. Details, prices, and availability may have changed since original publication. We recommend contacting the company directly for the most up-to-date information.