Hearing is essential; not only does it bring joy and delight to our lives, it is critical to longevity. One of the main predictors of healthspan and lifespan is the presence of community in a person’s life. If there is a commonality to the Blue Zones, it is that they all have very tight communities. If there is a loss of hearing, then making connections to our fellows becomes increasingly difficult. We need to think of hearing loss as comorbidity, just as we would any other chronic health issue. There is considerable data on the linkage between hearing loss and diseases such as Alzheimer’s. Hearing loss is something that will have a profound effect on our ability to be social, and thus on our health.
The smallest in-canal, rechargeable hearing aid on the market, and extremely comfortable
Fortunately, there have been massive improvements in the technology that will allow us with hearing impairments to hear clearly again. Cutting-edge direct-to-consumer hearing company Eargo has just released the impressively advanced Eargo 5. The result of 4 years of research and work, this virtually invisible hearing aid has been masterfully designed. No more fumbling with batteries, the Eargo 5 is completely rechargeable using new contactless recharging, with magnets to easily place in the charging area powering the device, with up to 16 hours of charge time. The Eargo 5 is the smallest in-canal, rechargeable hearing aid on the market, and in my experience of wearing them all day, extremely comfortable.
The new Eargo app has a feature called Sound Match™. It specifically tunes each Eargo to one’s exact needs. I think of myself as having good hearing, but when I used sound match I found that I have mild high-frequency loss in my left ear. Using the Eargos with sound match applied was a rather amazing experience. It was a bit like when I first put on glasses in the 6th grade and the world became much sharper.
Because only my specific frequency loss was adjusted for, the music listening experience expanded to something that I had not had before
The first thing I did was to play a couple of pieces of music I was very familiar with: American Girl from Tom Petty, and Bad Guy from Billie Eilish. They were both better; in fact, much better than I had ever heard them. I could discern more sounds; the timber was more dynamic, the finger snaps so life-like. Because only my specific frequency loss was adjusted for, rather than the blunt solution of most hearing aids with all sounds made louder, the music listening experience was expanded to something that I had not had before. It was a big WOW moment. I love sound and I love music, and being able to experience it this way was really something. I had no idea what I had been missing. Of course, I then started to go through a whole range of music from Bowie to Schubert to hear for the first time all the sounds I had been missing.
We all need to get a yearly hearing check-up — free on the Eargo site — in the same way we see our dentist or get a yearly physical. Hearing loss is often gradual, it sneaks up on us, and I want to stay on top of any changes that may happen. This is where Eargo 5s and Sound Match make so much sense. If we have a bit of loss, SoundMatch™ is able to bring us just the right amount of correction, just like I have in my glasses.
Take it from someone who thought they had perfect hearing — have a visit to the Eargo site and take their online hearing test. If you need an ally in helping you to hear with the crystal clarity you used to, the Eargo 5 is a great choice. They come with a 45-day money-back guarantee, so there is no risk in checking them out. Start hearing the world the way you were meant to.
How much do they cost?
Lisa, I just called Eargo. The lady who answered the phone told me they start at $2950.
How much is Eargo 5
Hello Lisa and Ruth! I’d be happy to clarify the cost for you working for Eargo myself. Pricing for a total system ranges from $2,950 for our premium Eargo 5 system, $2,500 for Neo HiFi, $2,000 for Neo, and $1,500 for the Max. Pricing includes BOTH hearing aids, the charger, cleaning and maintenance supplies, a 1 or 2 year warranty, and remote lifetime care from a licensed hearing professional. To see if an Eargo device is right for you, call us at 800-481-1302 or visit our website at eargo.com!
This review is right on. I have been using hearing aids for a couple of years and recently bought the Eargo 5. They are absolutely amazing. The Sound Match made the adjustments to compensate for the moderate hearing loss in my left ear and the mild hearing loss in my right ear.
The Eargo 5 app is a real game changer. It gives me the ability to customize my Eargo 5 based on where I am or what I am doing. I can adjust them for a noisy restaurant or to be able to clearly hear the dialogue on the television. I can also change the program so that I can talk on the phone without getting any feedback, even when the phone is against my ear.
Lastly, the Eargo 5 is extremely comfortable. I often forget that I have them in my ears.
In short, the Eargo 5s have made a real difference in the way I live and hear.
Hello Ron! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are so appreciative of the opportunity to improve your hearing, and are just so happy that you’re happy with our product. Please keep spreading the good word about Eargo hearing aids!
Is this sound match automatic, or do you have to do something?
I currently have Eargo and another in the canal hearing aid. I use my Eargo aide while playing golf. Less wind noise. But I seem to hear better with the others during every day activity. I think the reason is because I constantly have to push my Eargo aide in while playing golf. I have tried every fob sent. The ones that stay in best, make me feel like I am in a barrel.
I love the chargeable case, size, etc. of the Eargo aide, but just can’t get them to stay in my ear.
Hello Steve! Sound Match is a feature through the new Eargo app specifically for the Eargo 5 system! If you have a Neo or Neo HiFi system, you cannot use Sound Match, but these Eargos are still adjustable using a separate, free Eargo app. For assistance from here and additional information from here, please reach out to our Client Care team! Our Client Care team can be reached Monday-Friday 8am-8pm CST by emailing support@eargo.com, through the live chat function on our website at eargo.com, or by calling us at 1-800-615-9000.
I have Eargo hi fi can I trade them in for Eargo 5 discount?
Thru the customer service link, I asked the same thing a few weeks back when the 5 was announced and still havent gotten a response. Maybe they are still thinking about it?!?!
Hello Gretchen and Raymond! We do not have a trade-in or exchange program as it is against FDA regulation to resell used hearing aids but we do offer a discount to current users to upgrade. Please reach out to our Personal Hearing Guides for more information at 800-481-1302 and let us help.
Not enough of a discount. $500-$700, Eargo isn’t very reasonable with return incentive. Over $2k is still rough for someone to shell out when they just got Neo HiFi’s a year ago. And what is Eargo doing to control waste and keep their year old product out of landfills, if they don’t discount for trade return? I also have emails where it is confirmed I received refurbished Eargo’s on warranty. If Eargo can’t resell used, why are they sending used for warranty fulfillment?
I only wish Eargo had an App to download to my PC. I do not have any kind of Smart-Phones. By doing so it could possibly open up to more customers. I have Eargos, just wish I could adjust them. I will be looking to some other form of hearing aids ( sad to say ) that are not as comfortale. How hard can a PC App be for such an advanced hearing aid company. There will be PC’s in the future I hope.
P.S. My wife refuses to use Eargo because of the PC issue.
Hello Roger! Thank you for your comment and suggestion! While the Eargo app is a wonderful tool available to Neo, Neo HiFi, and Eargo 5 users, the app is not necessary to use Eargos, as your devices do come pre-programmed with 4 different sound profiles. The app is available on iPhones, Androids, and can be accessible on other devices such as iPads and smart computers. For what we want to do with the Eargo app, it cannot be used on a normal PC. If we can assist with absolutely anything else however, please contact our Client Care team! Our Client Care team can be reached Monday-Friday 8am-8pm CST by emailing support@eargo.com, through the live chat function on our website at eargo.com, or by calling us at 1-800-615-9000.
I currently have the Eargo Hifi. Is Eargo going to offer anykind of trade in/ trade up program. Love the Eargo.
Hello Rolando! If you are still within your original 45-day trial period, you can upgrade to the Eargo 5 system by paying the difference between the your system system and the Eargo 5! Otherwise, we do not have a trade-in or exchange program as it is against FDA regulation to resell used hearing aids but we do offer a discount to current users to upgrade. Please give us a call at 800-481-1302 for confirmation on total cost and more!
My EARGOS SUCK. They never worked from day one. They sent me a replacement and told me I mustn’t have been cleaning them properly. The left one doesn’t work at all (2nd one) and the right stays charged for maybe two hours before it becomes an earplug. What a waste of money, and I still have another year of monthly payments left
Hello Kevin! I am so sorry if you are unhappy with your Eargo aids. With the Eargo hearing aids being in-ear devices, they do require certain daily and monthly maintenance; However, I truly apologize again if you have been cleaning your devices regularly and are still experiencing issues. It appears that you are still well within warranty for another year or so if further free replacements are needed, please just contact our Client Care team for further assistance with this. Our Client Care team can be reached Monday-Friday 8am-8pm CST by emailing support@eargo.com, through the live chat function on our website at eargo.com, or by calling us at 1-800-615-9000.
I have been an Eargo customer for many years. 1st I bought the Eargo’s. Then I upgraded to the Eargo NEO HiFi which was quite an improvement. Now you have the Eargo 5 which costs almost another $3,000. Do you offer a trade in allowance for my Eargo NEO’s? What’s next, Eargo i12.
Can I upgrade to Eargo 5 with a trade in?
Hello Michael! In case you didn’t see my previous comment, we do not have a trade-in or exchange program as it is against FDA regulation to resell used hearing aids but we do offer a discount to current users to upgrade. Please call our Personal Hearing Guides at 800-481-1302 for confirmation on cost and more!
Hello James! We do not have a trade-in or exchange program as it is against FDA regulation to resell used hearing aids but we do offer a discount to current users to upgrade. Please call our Personal Hearing Guides at 800-481-1302 for confirmation on cost and more!
We cannot announce the release of a new Eargo system before it is announced to the public, but we are of course always working on improving our devices and utilizing latest technology as it comes out. This being said, there is no word of a new release of a different system anytime soon.
I love my eargo’s I do forget I have then in almost took a shower with them on, I have had them for almost a month now and have the app on my phone.
Hello Laura! I’m so happy to hear that you’re happy with your Eargo’s! I certainly agree that they are very comfortable, and that the app can be a wonderful tool!
Why don’t I seem to get more than a few months out of my present Eargos. The don’t seem to last very long. I understand there is a warranty of 2 year but none of mine have lasted more than 6 months and have had to replace multiple times. Now after my two years I have to pay another fee. It seems obsolescence is built in to keep you paying. I could understand if you get more than a year with them but I have been no where close as I don’t always wear them on days when I won’t be around other people. Are the 5’s improved to last lonoger
Hello Paul! I am sorry to hear about the trouble you’ve had with your Eargo aids. With our hearing aids being in-ear devices, they do require certain daily and monthly maintenance; However, I truly apologize again if you have been cleaning your devices regularly and are still experiencing issues. Our Client Care team can be reached Monday-Friday 8am-8pm CST by emailing support@eargo.com, through the live chat function on our website at eargo.com, or by calling us at 1-800-615-9000 if you need assistance at this time or another replacement.
I can confirm that the Eargo 5 system has new cleaning tools and steps. For example, we’ve eliminated the need for replacing the wax guard by creating what we call “petals”, which is essentially a flexi tip and wax guard in one. In addition, the microphone caps on the Eargo 5 are different which can allow for the aids to be more easily maintained.
Why no respone to trade in questions?? I too have Eargo earlier model. Most seniors cannot afford to just buy a newer upgrade.
Hello! We do not have a trade-in or exchange program as it is against FDA regulation to resell used hearing aids but we do offer a discount to current users to upgrade. Please call our Personal Hearing Guides at 800-481-1302 for confirmation on cost and more!
eargo are junk just a lot of feed back don’t waste your money
Hello Wayne! I am very sorry if Eargo has not worked out for you, but Eargo works wonderfully for thousands of people! If you need assistance making adjustments to your devices, cleaning your aids, or getting replacements, please contact our Client Care team. Our Client Care team can be reached Monday-Friday 8am-8pm CST by emailing support@eargo.com, through the live chat function on our website at eargo.com, or by calling us at 1-800-615-9000.
My eargo lasted just over 2 months. I called support over 20 times and no one called me back. Here is what I learned. If you call for support and hit 1, automated voice directs you to wait for an operator. After several minutes, it says to hit one and they will call you back. I received no call back the first day. Day 2, I hit #2 to get pricing and set up a sale. I complained about no call back. He said the call back could take 72 hours….no mention of this until now. say 3, I hit #3 if you are a federal employee. Again a person picked up right away but couldn’t help me. As of today, I purchased a different set that seem to work as well and they pick up when I tested the service number.
Hello Joseph! My name is Amanda and I’m with our Client Care team at Eargo! According to your account, you spoke with two of our Client Care representatives earlier this month over the phone when you explained that you were no longer interested in receiving assistance. If you have since changed your mind, please try giving us another call at (800)615-9000, Option 1, Monday through Friday between 8AM and 8PM CST. In addition, you can also contact our Client Care team through the live chat function on our website at eargo.com or by emailing support@eargo.com. We’d love to help with whatever you need.
I have had a good experience with the Neo’s but both sets of Eargo 5’s that I tried produced the same distortion and harmonics in higher frequencies – making them unusable. If you have a set, whistle a tune and if you hear the same problem, let them know.