RIE

Receiver-in-Ear

The main section of this hearing aid is hidden behind your ear. Unlike a standard BTE, the receiver has been removed from the housing and mounted externally in a tube fitted into the ear with a soft dome. You will therefore find that RIE hearing aids are usually smaller than standard BTE hearing aids.

RIE hearing aid on ear.
BTE

Behind-the-Ear 

This style rests comfortably behind your ear. The sound travels through a tiny tube to a custom earpiece called an earmold that fits in your ear canal. This style is appropriate for people of all ages and fits the widest range of hearing loss.

BTE hearing aid style on ear.
Do you need more help?
Your hearing care professional can help you find the style that best fits your lifestyle, budget and hearing loss. 
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