Amplifon Hearing Aids Prices UK 2026: Costs, Aftercare & Alternatives
Amplifon UK hearing aid pairs from £945 up to about £3,795 — what is included, free hearing test, the wider brand range, the 30-day trial window, and how Amplifon compares with Boots, Specsavers, Hidden Hearing and the NHS.
Amplifon is the world’s largest hearing aid retailer and stocks the widest brand range on the UK high street — Phonak, Oticon, Signia, Widex and ReSound. Entry pairs start higher than Boots and Specsavers (£945 vs £495–£500) but the premium range goes further (~£3,795 vs ~£3,000–£3,045).
How much do Amplifon hearing aids cost in the UK?
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- Source type
- Provider-published prices and public healthcare guidance
- Primary source
- Amplifon UK published prices, NHS guidance and RNID information
- Reporting period
- 11 April 2026
- Last updated
- 11 April 2026
- Figure type
- Mixed sources
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- Research and comparison only
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Amplifon hearing aid price range & transparency
| Tier | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free hearing test | Free | Full audiogram and consultation, 30–60 minutes. No obligation to buy. |
| Entry pair | from £945/pair | Basic digital pair, 4-year aftercare and 30-day trial included. |
| Mid-range pair | £1,500 – £2,500/pair | Bluetooth streaming, rechargeable options, smartphone app control. |
| Premium pair | up to £3,795/pair | AI noise processing, tinnitus masking features, invisible-in-canal styles. |
| Annual service / retune | £0 within aftercare period | Cleaning, retuning, replacement domes — free for 4 years. |
| Wax management | £40 – £90 | Microsuction available at many Amplifon UK branches. |
Amplifon publishes starting prices and indicative ranges on amplifon.com/uk; the full model-by-model menu is provided in writing after the free hearing test. Final cost depends on technology tier, brand, rechargeable option and accessories.
What may be included in the price
- The hearing aid(s) — Amplifon quotes are typically per pair.
- Fitting and programming — tuned to your audiogram by a registered hearing aid dispenser.
- 4 years of aftercare — cleaning, retuning, battery and dome replacement, annual hearing checks.
- 30-day trial — shorter than the 90 days offered by Boots and Specsavers; confirm the refund route before paying.
- Free hearing test — no obligation to buy.
Sold separately: TV streamers, remote microphones, additional charging cases, and aftercare beyond four years.
Hearing test, fitting and aftercare
Amplifon UK offers free hearing tests in 200+ branches and at-home appointments in many areas. The test takes 30–60 minutes and includes a full audiogram. After fitting, Amplifon includes four years of aftercare appointments — cleaning, retuning, dome and tube replacement, plus battery supply on disposable models or charger support on rechargeable models. Annual follow-up hearing checks are part of the package.
Amplifon vs Boots vs Specsavers vs Hidden Hearing
| Amplifon | Boots Hearingcare | Specsavers | Hidden Hearing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest pair | £945 | £495 (Widex Dream Daily 30) | £500 (Advance range) | £795 (per ear) |
| Premium pair | up to £3,795 | up to £3,045 | up to £3,000 | £2,500+ |
| Aftercare included | 4 years | 4 years | 4 years | Lifetime |
| Trial period | 30 days | 90 days | 90 days | 60 days |
| UK locations | 200+ | 600+ | 900+ | 350+ |
| Free hearing test | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Brands stocked | Phonak, Oticon, Signia, Widex, ReSound | Phonak, Widex | Phonak, Signia | Oticon, Phonak (own-label) |
See the full nine-provider comparison on the hearing aids hub and the dedicated Boots prices page.
Private Amplifon vs NHS hearing aids
| Amplifon (private) | NHS | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | £945 – £3,795/pair | Free via GP referral |
| Wait time | 1–2 weeks | 6–12 weeks |
| Style choice | BTE, RIC, in-canal, invisible-in-canal | BTE only in most areas |
| Bluetooth streaming | Yes (mid-range and above) | Not currently available |
| Rechargeable | Yes (mid-range and above) | Disposable batteries |
| Aftercare | 4 years included | Ongoing while registered |
| Brand choice | Phonak, Oticon, Signia, Widex, ReSound | Phonak, Oticon, Danalogic |
What to ask Amplifon before paying
- Exact model and tier — Amplifon stocks five brands; ask why the recommended model is the right fit.
- Price per pair and per ear — useful if a single aid is sufficient.
- Trial period and refund route — 30 days at Amplifon vs 90 days at Boots/Specsavers.
- Aftercare details — what is included in the 4 years and what is chargeable beyond.
- Charger and accessories — confirm what is in the box on rechargeable models.
- Upgrade and replacement path — typical hearing aid lifespan is 5–7 years.
- Match with NHS audiogram — bring an NHS audiogram if you have one for a like-for-like quote.
Frequently asked questions
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Related hearing aid guides
Sources & further reading
- Amplifon UK — Published Amplifon UK hearing care services, brand range and starting prices.
- NHS — Hearing aids — NHS hearing aid provision, eligibility and what is available free of charge.
- NICE NG98 — Hearing loss in adults — Clinical guideline on assessment, referral criteria and management of adult hearing loss.
- RNID — Hearing aids — Independent guidance on hearing aid types, costs and what to expect from providers.
- HCPC — Hearing aid dispensers — Regulatory standards for hearing aid dispensers and audiologists practising in the UK.
How we compare Amplifon hearing aid prices
Amplifon prices are taken from amplifon.com/uk and verified against our own scraped provider data. Comparison figures for Boots, Specsavers and Hidden Hearing are sourced from each provider’s public price pages on the same scrape date shown above. No provider pays for inclusion or framing. Prices change — confirm your written quote at the free hearing test.