TAKE THE FREE
Have you found yourself wondering recently, ‘Do I have hearing loss? Am I going deaf?'
There’s no reason to worry, it’s not uncommon to experience a deterioration in our hearing.
The best way to deal with the issue is to first take a free and simple 5-minute online hearing test to find out if you might have hearing loss and what your next steps should be.
Are you ready to begin your journey to better hearing?
TAKE THE FREE HEARING TEST
There’s no reason to worry, it’s not uncommon to experience a deterioration in our hearing.
The best way to deal with the issue is to first take a free and simple 5-minute online hearing test to find out if you might have hearing loss and what your next steps should be.
Are you ready to begin your journey to better hearing?
YOUR FIRST STEP TO BETTER HEARING
Our online hearing test determines your ability to hear both high frequency and low frequency sounds. This frequency hearing test is designed to test your hearing in both your left and right ear. You will be asked to identify tones and messages at different frequencies to determine whether you should consult a hearing care professional.
The process is free, painless, and only takes 5 minutes.
HOW TO TAKE THE WIDEX ONLINE HEARING TEST
It is best to take our online hearing test with headphones, including AirPods, to help us pinpoint your hearing challenges.
All you have to do is answer a few simple questions and check your hearing. You will then find out if your results indicate potential hearing loss and what you can do about it!
ONLINE HEARING TEST RESULTS
Below you can find examples of how your hearing test results might look like once you have completed our Online Hearing Test above.
Example if your online hearing test results suggest you likely have a good hearing:
Example if your online hearing test results suggest you may have a hearing loss:
What are you missing?
An important conversation with a loved one. Birds singing outside your window. Based on your results, you likely find yourself struggling to hear these sounds of everyday life. Speech might sound muffled, and music isn't as enjoyable to listen to as it used to be.
How can getting help improve my hearing?
A hearing device can help you hear the sounds you're missing. Speech will sound clearer and crisper. Music will be more enjoyable to listen to. On top of that, studies show that getting help for your hearing loss improves not just your life, but the lives of your loved ones too.
HOW DO WE CALCULATE YOUR RESULTS?
We calculate your online hearing test results by combining your answers to our questions with your hearing check.
Your answers to our questions enable us to understand where you struggle most. This helps us estimate both the likelihood of hearing loss, and the hearing difficulties you might encounter.
The hearing check helps us get a more specific assessment of your hearing.
ONLINE HEARING TEST FAQ
What is a hearing test?
A hearing test measures the low frequency to high frequency sensitivity of your hearing. This reveals your ability to accurately hear different tones and whether you are able to distinguish them in noise, such as understanding what someone is saying in a loud environment.
Where can I get a free online hearing test?
You can get a free online hearing test right here on our website. All you need is a pair of headphones and 5 minutes of your time.
How accurate are online hearing tests?
While the results of this online test are not a substitute for a full hearing examination in a clinical setting, they offer you a helpful insight into how well you can hear. In case of a full examination being recommended, you can visit a hearing care professional for what is called an audiogram.
How is hearing loss tested online?
Online hearing tests like our free 5-minute test give you a great first checkup so you know if you need to do more to protect your hearing. It works by playing you a series of sounds and voices and you indicating how well you can hear them. It is important to wear headphones to ensure the results are reliable.
After this quick and easy check, you will know if you need to seek expert advice from a qualified hearing care professional.
How long does a online hearing test take?
Our online hearing test only takes 5 minutes.
How can I test my hearing at home?
It’s easy, just follow the online instructions in our online hearing test. You can do so from the comfort and safety of your own home – all you need is a computer or smartphone and a pair of headphones or AirPods.
Why should I do a online hearing test ?
It is very important to check the health of your hearing, in particular if you are often in loud environments. This is because untreated hearing loss can adversely affect your social life and your health. The harder it is for you to hear well, the more you can suffer from cognitive decline with lapses in concentration and fatigue as your brain is put under additional strain.
