Beltone Hearing Aid Review: 2025 Cost and Pricing

Pros and Cons of Beltone Hearing Aids

Beltone Hearing Aid Models

Beltone offers some of the most technologically advanced hearing instruments on the market. Most of the devices can integrate with your iPhone or Android device, allowing direct streaming. And when they’ve run out of charge, you can recharge them as you would your smartphone. All of the options except one, the Beltone Boost Ultra, are best for those with mild-to-severe hearing loss. The Boost Ultra, in contrast, is for severe-to-profound hearing loss. Let’s learn a little bit more about each option.

The Expert Take

From Dr. Kasey Craig, Au.D.

Beltone is owned by GN Resound, the same company that manufactures Resound hearing aids and Jabra headsets. GN Resound is a longstanding, reputable hearing aid manufacturer. However, this means that if you purchase through a Beltone, you will likely only have the choice of Beltone brand hearing aids, whereas at an independent clinic you might have more choices.

• Beltone Envision: This model allows for hands-free calls and streaming through Bluetooth. The receiver will go in your ear, but don’t worry — it’s both sweatproof and weatherproof, and there’s a mini version available for maximum discretion. Plus, you only have to charge it once to power it all day, and it’s available in 10 colors.
• Beltone Commence: Like the Envision, the Commence is also available with receiver-in-ear (RIE) and miniRIE, an even less noticeable look. It’s available in 10 colors, allows for hands-free calls, and is rechargeable and weatherproof.
• Beltone Serene: The Beltone Serene is available in more styles than the Envision and Commence. In addition to RIE and microRIE, you can get it Completely-in-Canal (CIC), the smallest and most discreet model, or even custom fit to your ears, mimicking the look of earbuds. The final option is Behind-the-Ear (BTE), which is the most powerful in terms of hearing but may be more conspicuous than other styles. Along with the hands-free and streaming features, this model comes with a portable microphone that lets you hear specific people around you better.
• Beltone Achieve: Active seniors will be interested in Beltone Achieve, available in RIE, miniRIE, CIC, and BTE. This is a powerful device; along with being weatherproof and sweatproof, it has speech clarity that’s 150 percent better than older technology.
• Beltone Rely: The Rely is Beltone’s most affordable hearing aid. Available in RIE, CIC, custom, or BTE, the cheapest option, you can connect it to devices like your streaming device to hear that new show loud and clear.
• Beltone Boost Ultra: Finally, Beltone’s option for more extreme hearing loss is the Boost Ultra, available in two BTE styles. For the most power and the longest-lasting battery, choose the Super Power BTE design over the High Power design. Both are available in four colors and are designed to reduce the noise around you, allowing you to hear clear voices just as you would with perfect hearing.

Beltone Hearing Aids Pricing

The cost of your Beltone hearing aids can vary, depending on the level of technology you decide to purchase.

• Basic hearing aids which are suitable for mild to severe hearing loss can cost between $1,000 and $2,000.
• Midrange hearing aids, which feature additional features like more advanced noise reduction, cost between $2,000 and $3,000. In contrast to basic hearing aids, they are better at processing speech and reducing noise around you.
• For the latest technology, you’ll pay $3,000 to $4,000 or higher. These top-of-the-line aids are suitable for mild to severe hearing loss. In addition to noise reduction, these devices include hands-free calling just like any Bluetooth headset.

You can save money on hearing aids by using your hearing insurance through a Medicare Advantage plan or the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. There are also financing options, which vary between Beltone offices. Finally, sometimes the manufacturers of hearing aids offer discounts. To get a quote, you’ll need to book a consultation with a hearing professional. The buying process will look like this:

1. Find the nearest Beltone store near you.
2. Complete Belton’s lifestyle assessment.
3. Complete your hearing assessment in person.
4. If you have hearing loss, you’ll view your audiogram, which will reveal your type of hearing loss as well as its severity.
5. Try on hearing aids at a store before you buy them.

Beltone Hearing Aid Repair

When you purchase hearing aids from Beltone, you’ll be eligible for Belcare. This  complimentary service includes free inspections of your hearing aids, as well as cleanings, for as long as you own them. Note, however, that this service may not be available if you buy your hearing aids through insurance or a discount program.

If you paid privately, your hearing aids are covered by a limited manufacturer’s warranty for a year, plus a year of protection if your hearing aids are damaged, lost, or stolen (although you’ll owe a deductible.) Once your year is up, Belcare includes only annual hearing assessments and inspections and cleanings of your hearing aids, not repairs.

Beltone Apps

Beltone devices are accompanied by user-friendly phone apps to streamline sound customization and offer direct access to hearing professionals.

• Beltone HearMax: Described as “the most advanced app for hearing aids,” this free app pairs with the latest Beltone hearing aids. Features include volume and setting control, a tracker for misplaced hearing devices, direct customer service, and Apple Watch compatibility. This app works with all of the Beltone hearing aids available at the moment. As of March 2025, the HearMax iOS app has a rating of 4.7 out of five stars, while the HearMax Android app has a 4.5 rating and over 100,000 downloads.
• Tinnitus Calmer: This app is designed to help alleviate symptoms of tinnitus by shifting focus using sound therapy and relaxing sounds. It’s available on the iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and Android devices. Its ratings on Apple and Android devices are 4.8 and 4.7, respectively.

Are Beltone Hearing Aids Good?

With more than 80 years of experience, Beltone is committed to producing quality, comfortable hearing instruments. Though Beltone’s lack of online sales may deter potential customers who would prefer to complete the process online, we see value in the in-person assessment and fitting. If you are someone who prefers premium quality products and customer service, Beltone has a reputation for both.

To learn more about our favorite hearing aid brands, be sure to check out our helpful guides:

• Best Hearing Aids for Severe Hearing Loss 
• Best Over the Counter Hearing Aids
• Hear.com Review
• Hearing Aid Buying Guide
• Jabra Enhance Aid Review
• Lexie Hearing Aids Review
• Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage

Methodology

To figure out which hearing aid is right for you, first, you’ll need to get a hearing assessment with a professional. From there, these are the factors you should keep in mind when choosing a specific model, brand, or company:

• Battery life: Most hearing aids have rechargeable batteries, ideally ones that last all day without needing a recharge.
• Connectivity: Many hearing aids connect to Bluetooth, allowing you to stream audio directly to your hearing aids.
• Cost: Hearing aids cost between $1,000 and $4,000, but you can save money by buying OTC options.
• Warranty: Ideally, the company’s products are under a warranty for more than a year, especially if the company doesn’t offer lifetime repairs.
• Comfort: Of course, hearing aids should fit comfortably. Custom hearing aids are the most comfortable, but also the most expensive.
• Style: From RIE to BTE, make sure the style and color of your hearing aids is one that would allow you to wear them without embarrassment. Hearing loss is nothing to be ashamed of, of course, but many people prefer more discreet styles.