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Most Versatile Hearing Aid: MDHearing

MDHearing Volt Max hearing aids in white charging case most affordable hearing aids

Cost per pair: $299–$699
Style: Behind-the-ear (BTE), In-the-canal (ITC)
Type of hearing loss: Mild to moderately severe
Rechargeable battery: Yes (Neo, Volt, and Volt Max)
Bluetooth streaming: No
Warranty: One year (two years for the Volt Max)
Financing: Yes

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MDHearing was founded in 2008 by Dr. Sreekant Cherukuri, an ear, nose, and throat surgeon who wanted to make hearing aids more affordable. By designing a simpler hearing aid and moving the entire process online, he achieved his goal of creating a direct-to-consumer (DTC) hearing aid that’s several thousand dollars cheaper than most others on the market. Because MDHearing is the second lowest-priced hearing aid on our list but still comes with a list of desirable features, it made our Reviews Team’s pick for “Most Versatile Hearing Aid.”

This company offers three models of behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aids, all suitable for mild to moderately severe hearing loss. The Neo, MDHearing’s newest model, is an in-the-ear (ITE) rechargeable hearing aid designed for mild to moderate hearing loss. Each model has its own price and set of features.

MDHearing prices

Air: $299 per pair
Neo: $299 per pair
Volt: $299 per pair
Volt Max + VIP: $699 per pair

MDHearing only sells its affordable hearing aids online, which can help to keep costs down. If cost is your top concern, we have tips on how to find sales on hearing aids below, and MDHearing offers regular sales.

MDHearing says its devices are “one size fits most,” with various sizes of tubing, tips, and domes that can be combined to achieve a comfortable fit for most people—and that its hearing aids are successful for more than 94% of Americans with hearing loss.1

MDHearing aid features

Every MDHearing device includes feedback cancellation (to reduce whistling noises caused by holding a phone or other object close to your hearing aid) and digital noise reduction (to block out background sounds). The Neo has only one listening program, but the Air, Volt, and Volt Max come with four preset hearing profiles.

The volume on the Air, Neo, and Volt are controlled using the volume dial on the back of the hearing aid. If you want to change the hearing setting, just push the button that sits below the volume dial.

In addition to the features above, the Volt and Volt Max also offer directional microphones (to help you hear speech in front of you) and rechargeable batteries. The Neo comes with rechargeable batteries as well. If you have trouble handling small parts or simply don’t want to change the batteries in your hearing aids every week, you may like the option of rechargeable ones.

Keep in mind the Volt and Volt Max do need to be recharged every night. It can be helpful to set a reminder on your phone or put a note by the bed to help you remember to charge your hearing aids every night. If someone regularly checks on you, they can also remind you to charge your hearing aids.

MDHearing app

The Volt Max is the only model that can connect with the MDHearing smartphone app using Bluetooth technology. Bluetooth is a wireless technology that lets you connect smart devices to each other. This allows you to use your phone to change the volume of your hearing aids, choose a different hearing profile, or allow the app to automatically change the settings based on your current listening environment. You can also use the app to take a hearing screening and adjust your hearing aid settings based on the results.

With the included VIP Care for the Volt Max, a hearing aid specialist can work with you remotely through the app to make the adjustments to your hearing aid. You also have the option of using the buttons on the hearing aid to manually adjust the Volt Max yourself, if you don’t want to bother with the app.

The MDHearing app is rated well, with 4.3 out of 5 stars on Apple’s App Store and 3.9 out of 5 stars on Google Play. Keep in mind the Volt Max cannot stream movies or phone calls with Bluetooth; it’s only equipped to use Bluetooth for connecting to the app.

MDHearing online consultations

MDHearing does offer online consultations with a hearing aid specialist for Volt Max customers to help you set up and adjust your hearing aids.

Many people enjoy working with a specialist from the comfort of their home, especially older adults who have chronic diseases or are concerned about the risk of COVID-19. But if you’re new to the world of hearing aids, or just want the extra support that an audiologist can provide in a clinic setting, you may want to take a look at some of the brands below, such as Signia.

Free trial period and warranty

MDHearing provides a 45-day money-back trial, during which you can send the hearing aids back for any reason and receive a full refund. The company offers a one-year warranty, which is standard among OTC brands, according to our Reviews Team’s research.

You can get a longer warranty by paying $10 per month for the MDShield Protection Plan. It provides insurance for manufacturer defects and damage as long as you subscribe to the plan. The VIP Care that comes with the Volt Max also includes an extended two-year warranty.

Customer service

You can reach MDHearing in the following ways:

Phone: (800) 918-3914, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday
Email: [email protected]
Online: Contact form

The company also offers user manuals and troubleshooting tips on its website.

Payment options

MDHearing offers a number of ways to pay for its hearing aids:

Purchase online from the company with a credit card
Make a purchase over the phone by calling 800-918-3914
Pay by mail with a check or money order; just download the order form from the MDHearing website, fill it out, and send it in with your payment

Financing is offered through PayPal, as well as Affirm, a third-party lender that provides 0% interest for 12 months.

Check out our MDHearing review to learn more.