Modern hearing aids have evolved far beyond simple sound amplification. Today, they are smart Bluetooth-enabled devices designed to integrate seamlessly with your smartphones, TVs, laptops, and daily digital lifestyle.

If you rely on your phone for calls, music, videos, meetings, or entertainment, the type of Bluetooth technology in your hearing aid directly affects your convenience and listening comfort.

At VR Speech and Hearing Clinic, with branches in Pune, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, and Ahilyanagar, we help you choose the right Bluetooth hearing aids based on connectivity, sound quality, compatibility, and real-life performance.

How Bluetooth Works in Hearing Aids

Hearing aids are tiny devices with limited power. While regular headphones use classic Bluetooth, hearing aids need low-power, stable, real-time audio transmission.

So manufacturers use different technologies:

✔️ Classic Bluetooth

• Connects to almost any device

• Slightly higher battery use

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  Enables hands-free calling

✔️ Bluetooth Low Energy (LE)

• Very low battery consumption

• Faster and more efficient

• Works with supported smartphones only

✔️ Proprietary Protocols (MFi, ASHA, etc.)

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• Superb power efficiency

Different brands use different combinations, which affects your streaming quality and convenience.

Widex – PureSound With Selective Streaming

Widex is famous for its natural sound quality, especially for music lovers and those sensitive to artificial noise.

How Widex Bluetooth Works

• Uses Bluetooth LE, MFi (iPhone), and ASHA (Android)

• Direct streaming for calls, music, and videos on compatible phones

• For laptops, old Android phones, or TVs – accessories like TV Play or COM-DEX are needed

These accessories take over heavy streaming, which helps Widex keep the hearing aids small, lightweight, and power efficient.

Widex App Features

• Sound personalisation

• Directional focus

• Environmental adjustments

Best for

✔️ Users who value pure, natural sound
✔️ People comfortable using accessories for universal connectivity
✔️ Music lovers & tinnitus sufferers

Phonak – Universal Bluetooth Compatible With ALL Devices

Phonak is the leader in universal Bluetooth connectivity.

How Phonak Bluetooth Works

Unlike other brands, Phonak uses Classic Bluetooth, allowing the hearing aids to connect with:

• iPhone

• Android

• Laptops

• Smart TVs

• Even old keypad phones

Phonak Key Advantages

• True hands-free calling (hearing aids act like a headset microphone)

• Compatible with almost any Bluetooth device

• Superb for office meetings, Zoom calls, OTT streaming

Battery Note

Slightly higher battery use than LE-Bluetooth, but Phonak’s rechargeable models have:

• Fast charging

• All-day battery

Best for

✔️ Multi-device users
✔️ Professionals using laptop + mobile
✔️ People who want hands-free calling

Signia – AI-Powered Streaming + Stylish Designs

Signia blends modern design, AI technology, and flexible Bluetooth.

How Signia Bluetooth Works

• Bluetooth LE with MFi & ASHA

• Accessories (StreamLine TV, StreamLine Mic) for universal connectivity

• New Pure Charge&Go BCT IX also supports Classic Bluetooth

Smart Features

The Signia App includes Signia Assistant, an AI tool that:

• Learns your listening preferences

• Automatically adjusts your hearing aids

• Helps troubleshoot issues instantly

Best for

✔️ Tech-savvy users
✔️ People who prefer sleek designs
✔️ Users with newer smartphones
✔️ Self-adjustment lovers

Comparison: Widex vs Phonak vs Signia Bluetooth

Which Bluetooth Hearing Aid Is Best for You?

✔ Widex

Best for natural sound quality and clarity

✔ Phonak

Best for universal connection and hands-free calling

✔ Signia

Best for AI-powered personalisation and design

At VR Speech and Hearing Clinic, we help you trial all three brands so you can feel the difference in sound and connectivity.

Why Choose VR Speech and Hearing Clinic?

Your trusted hearing care experts in Pune, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar & Ahilyanagar

✔ NABH-Standard sound-treated rooms
✔ Latest digital & Bluetooth hearing aids
✔ Free hearing tests & hearing aid trials
✔ EMI & insurance support
✔ Certified audiologists
✔ Home visit available

Visit Your Nearest VR Speech and Hearing Clinic

Pune Branch

📍Address: Building on, Shivganga Arcade, Shop 8 / 1st floor, Bhumkar Chowk, Bengaluru – Mumbai Hwy, beside Cross Road, Wakad, Maharashtra 411057
📞 7888181181

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Branch

📍 Second Floor, Vasantrao Naik Chowk, Opp. Hotel Deepali Executive, N-3, Cidco, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra 431003
📞 09112717179

Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar) Branch

📍 Shop No. 3, Vitthal Apartment, Pipeline Road Chowk, Opp. Parvati Corner, Bhistabag, Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra 414003
📞 096575 88677