Audicus
Direct-to-consumer hearing aids with remote audiologist support and subscription plans.
Audicus is a New York-based direct-to-consumer hearing aid company that differentiates itself through remote audiologist support and a subscription-based care model. Users complete an online hearing test, and Audicus audiologists program the devices to the user's specific hearing profile before shipping. This hybrid model — combining the convenience and cost savings of direct-to-consumer with professional audiologist involvement — positions Audicus between pure OTC self-fitting brands and traditional clinic-based care.
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OTC / direct-to-consumer
Price range
$699–$1,799/pair
Best for
Mild to moderate loss
Support
Remote audiologist included
Audicus technology: Remote audiologist programming & subscription care
Audicus devices are programmed by licensed audiologists based on the user's online hearing test results — a key differentiator from pure self-fitting OTC brands. Their premium models include Bluetooth connectivity, rechargeable batteries, and app control. The Audicus subscription plan (Care+) provides ongoing audiologist support, device maintenance, and upgrade options. Audicus sources hearing aid hardware from established manufacturers and applies their own programming and support layer.
- Remote audiologist programming — devices pre-programmed to your hearing profile
- Online hearing test used to create personalized programming
- Bluetooth streaming on Spirit and Omni models (iOS and Android)
- App-based fine-tuning and program switching
- Rechargeable batteries on premium models
- Care+ subscription — ongoing audiologist support and maintenance
- Multiple listening programs (quiet, noise, music, phone)
- 45-day trial period
Models & pricing
Audicus Omni
Receiver-in-canal (RIC)
- Remote audiologist programming
- Bluetooth streaming
- Rechargeable
- App control
- Premium sound processing
- 45-day trial
Audicus Spirit
Behind-the-ear (BTE)
- Remote audiologist programming
- Bluetooth streaming
- Rechargeable
- App control
- 45-day trial
Audicus Wave
Behind-the-ear (BTE)
- Remote audiologist programming
- Multiple programs
- Disposable battery
- 45-day trial
Pros & cons
Strengths
- +Remote audiologist programming — more personalized than pure self-fitting OTC
- +Subscription care model provides ongoing professional support
- +More affordable than traditional prescription aids with similar support
- +Bluetooth models available across the range
- +45-day trial period
- +Strong customer service reputation
Limitations
- −Higher price than other DTC OTC brands (MDHearing, Audien)
- −Remote programming is less precise than in-person audiologist fitting
- −Subscription model adds ongoing cost
- −Not suitable for moderate-severe or severe hearing loss
- −Online-only — no in-person retail availability
- −Hardware sourced from third parties — not proprietary technology
The bottom line
Audicus occupies a useful middle ground between pure self-fitting OTC brands and traditional prescription care. The remote audiologist programming and subscription support model make it a strong choice for users who want professional involvement without clinic prices. The main trade-off is cost — Audicus is more expensive than other DTC OTC brands, but the professional programming justifies the premium for many users.
Best for: Users who want professional audiologist involvement without clinic prices; first-time hearing aid buyers who want guidance; users comfortable with online-only purchasing