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by Anonymous on October 5th, 2006

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Why are hearing aids so expensive? they are small.

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  • by audiogal on March 15th, 2007

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    One of the major reasons that hearing aids are expensive is that the market for them is not very large. All the research and development costs are rolled into the cost of the devices, and since fewer hearing aids are sold than say computers or ipods, the price per unit is more.

    Also, traditionally the price of professional fees is rolled into the price of the aids. You can usually go back to your audiologist at no charge while under the warranty period.

    Another factor is the 30 day return period. By law, the hearing aids can be returned within this period for a refund (less a small fee). Many aids are custom models which cannot be resold. The manufacturers must build this additional cost into their pricing structure.

    All that being said, you do get what you pay for with hearing aids. I equate it to Sears...good, better, best. The most expensive aids will have better feedback control, better noise reduction, more flexibility, better directionality, etc. Most digital aids today boast quite impressive processing, similar to a computer but in a much smaller size.

    You need to set your priorities when purchasing hearing aids. Is price, size, better hearing, or cosmetics more important for you? There is no one right answer for everyone.

    I recommend shopping for a hearing professional versus shopping for a hearing aid, because a good audiologist can help you select the hearing aid that is right for your budget.

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    • Yes, the market is small because hearing aids are ridiculously priced. Bring the price down to something close to reasonable and the market will grow in leaps and bounds.

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      by questioner on November 10th, 2009

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