UK hearing aid comparison
Specsavers vs Amplifon Hearing Aids 2026: Costs & What Is Included
Specsavers is usually lower at entry level and has wider high-street coverage; Amplifon can be relevant for specialist hearing support and brand choice.
Last updated: 2026-05-18. Prices are published-price benchmarks, not live quotes.
Side-by-side benchmark
| Factor | Specsavers | Amplifon |
|---|---|---|
| Entry benchmark | from about GBP500 per pair | from about GBP945 per pair |
| Premium benchmark | premium pairs commonly around GBP3,000 | up to about GBP3,795 per pair |
| Aftercare | 4 years | 4 years |
| Trial | 90 days | 30 days |
| Brands | Phonak, Signia, Specsavers Advance | Phonak, Oticon, Signia, Widex, ReSound |
| Best for | People who want wide branch coverage, very similar entry pricing to Boots and combined optical/audiology convenience. | People comparing specialist support and broad brand choice rather than the lowest entry price. |
When Specsavers may suit
People who want wide branch coverage, very similar entry pricing to Boots and combined optical/audiology convenience.
View Specsavers provider guideWhen Amplifon may suit
People comparing specialist support and broad brand choice rather than the lowest entry price.
View Amplifon provider guideRelated hearing aid guides
FAQs
Is Specsavers or Amplifon lower-cost?
Specsavers starts at from about GBP500 per pair. Amplifon starts at from about GBP945 per pair. The lowest headline price is only part of the decision; compare aftercare, trial terms, branch access and the exact model.
Which has better aftercare: Specsavers or Amplifon?
Specsavers lists aftercare as 4 years. Amplifon lists aftercare as 4 years. Ask what is included in repairs, retuning, batteries, domes and future hearing checks.
Should I compare both with NHS hearing aids?
Yes. NHS hearing aids are free where clinically appropriate, but private aids may offer more style and technology choice. Use the NHS route as the baseline before paying privately.
Sources & further reading
- NHS hearing aids — Public route for NHS hearing tests and hearing aids.
- RNID hearing aids — Independent charity guidance on hearing aid types, fitting and support.
- HCPC hearing aid dispensers — UK register for hearing aid dispensers and other regulated professionals.