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Hi, I was suffering with tinnitus so I went for an assessment at Hidden hearing.
Diagnosis was moderate hearing loss (LH) and mild hearing loss (RH).
The Oticon intent was suggested but I decided to have a look at other options.

I went to the local Specsavers and was advised to try their elite range with the Signa equivalent being most suitable for my hearing loss with additional tinnitus programs.
The trial latest about a but the tinnitus function wasn’t that great due to the Bluetooth dropping out (I have an android phone). The audiologist said this might be due to the version of Bluetooth used (LE rather then classic).
I then was was given their Phonax equivalent to try but the set I was given wasn’t great as the RH hearing aid didn’t hold charge and was very crackly, which leads me to believe it was a new set. I have an appointment today to discuss this but overall my experience with Specsavers hasn’t been that positive.
My 100 day trial ends 1st October so I have decisions to make.

Im tempted to try the local audiological sciences to try either the Oticon or Phonak hearing aids and just pay the additional £800 above the cost of the Specsavers Elite range.

What are AS like to deal with ?
How is the after sales customer service?

Ta.

My advice would be find out how often their hearing care professional visits your area in case you need follow-ups, reviews and or issues arise in the future (where do they live, how big an area do they cover).

My understanding is that whilst they cover the whole of England they operate satellite clinics (rented rooms) across the UK and that appointments may be available every couple of weeks / months etc.

Welcome to the forum. I don’t know where you live. But if you’re a budget savvy person and you have a Costco store near, I would suggest you try their hearing aids. Costco has excellent aids, for around $2000 or less, 180 day trial with full refund if your not satisfied. They also have excellent follow up service for you and the ’s.

My experience with AS was that it is difficult to actually see an audiologist after the initial fitting and telephone contact is difficult to arrange. I got my money back after the trial period and went to another provider.

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