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Earlens vs ZOUNDS
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- 3-year warranty
- Streaming capabilities
- Trial period available
- Variation of models
- Affordable models
- Remote control included
- No Android app support
- Limited availability across the U.S.
- Low water resistance rating
- Unaccredited by the BBB
- Limited center locations
Founded in 2005 in Menlo Park, California, Earlens is a medical technology company that pioneered a direct-drive hearing system designed to transform how users experience sound. At its core, the Earlens Hearing System uses a custom-fitted tympanic lens that vibrates the eardrum rather than relying on traditional speaker-based amplification. Key features include a rechargeable behind-the-ear processor, which docks in the Earlens charger overnight and provides full-day use (typically 16–24 hours). The system supports “Made for iPhone” connectivity through the Earlens Control app, allowing users to stream calls, music, and media while adjusting settings seamlessly. Each device is crafted for a custom fit, and fittings are handled by licensed audiologists or ENT specialists. Customer feedback highlights excellent sound quality, especially in challenging listening situations, along with strong support from trained professionals. The system comes with a three-year warranty, loss and damage protection, and financing plans via CareCredit.
Zounds Hearing was founded in Chandler, Arizona, by Sam Thomasson. Backed by Acoustic Technologies Inc., Zounds developed its own semiconductor chips and low-power algorithms to deliver high-quality sound while keeping devices affordable. Their hearing aids were built for people with mild to severe hearing loss and came with features like intuitive noise cancellation, feedback suppression, and customizable listening modes. Each device included a 30-day free trial and a three-year protection plan. Customers could test a model at home and return it for a full refund if it didn’t meet their needs. Pricing for most models ranged from $499 to $999 per aid, with premium models like the Vizara priced at $1,499. Financing options were also available. Zounds maintained a hands-on customer experience, offering free hearing tests at their centers and personalized consultations to match users with the right device. Though the company is no longer in business, they were known for delivering strong value, comfort, and clarity to users across various lifestyles.
- FDA Approved : Available
- Free Hearing Aid Test : Unavailable
- Free Trial Period : Available
- Loss and Damage Protection : Available
- Price : Undisclosed
- Warranty Duration : 3-year warranty
- Customer Experience : Fair
- FDA Approved : Yes
- Free Hearing Aid Test : Unvailable
- Free Trial Period : Available
- Price : Starting at $499
- Advanced lens technology
- Financing options available
- Variation of models
- Affordable models
- Remote control included
- App Control Compatibility
- Bluetooth Connectivity
- Custom Fitting
- Directional Microphones
- Environment Settings
- Feedback Cancellation
- Noise Reduction
- Preset Programs
- Rechargeable Battery
- Streaming Capabilities
- Telecoil Compatibility
- Voice Prompts
- Volume Control
- App Control Compatibility—Undisclosed
- Bluetooth Connectivity
- Custom Fitting—Undisclosed
- Directional Microphones—Undisclosed
- Environment Settings—Undisclosed
- Feedback Cancellation—Undisclosed
- Noise Reduction
- Preset Programs—Undisclosed
- Rechargeable Battery
- Streaming Capabilities—Undisclosed
- Telecoil Compatibility—Undisclosed
- Voice Prompts—Undisclosed
- Volume Control—Undisclosed
- Mild Hearing Loss
- Moderate Hearing Loss
- Moderately Severe Hearing Loss
- Profound Hearing Loss
- Severe Hearing Loss
- Mild Hearing Loss
- Moderate Hearing Loss
- Moderately Severe Hearing Loss—Undisclosed
- Profound Hearing Loss
- Severe Hearing Loss
- FAQs
- Help Guides
- Live Chat
- Mobile Application
- Phone
- Ticketing System
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- Live Chat—Undisclosed
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- Phone
- Ticketing System—Undisclosed
- Cash
- Check
- Financing Options Available
- HSA/FSA Eligible
- Major Credit Cards
- Cash—Undisclosed
- Check—Undisclosed
- Financing Options Available
- HSA/FSA Eligible—Undisclosed
- Major Credit Cards—Undisclosed
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