# Tinnitus HQ — Natural sound masks & filters

> Tinnitus relief app with customizable sound masking and frequency filtering. (iPhone/iPad app by Phase4 Mobile.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tinnitus-hq/id891628361 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Phase4 Mobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/787654481)
- Category: Medical, Health & Fitness
- Price: $89.99
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 426 App Store ratings · 76 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 71 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 1 more
- Released: 2016-04-06
- Data updated: 2026-09-09
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tinnitus-hq/id891628361/reviews.md

## What is Tinnitus HQ?

Do you have tinnitus or “ringing in the ears”? Tinnitus HQ helps you understand and relieve your tinnitus symptoms.

Recent research shows that tinnitus can be treated by listening to sounds that have been filtered to remove your specific tinnitus frequencies.*

With Tinnitus HQ, you can apply advanced filters to over 500 high-quality sounds to find relief for your symptoms.

Simply apply a bandpass filter to any sound or mix to isolate frequencies in a narrow range. Move this filter up and down the frequency range until it closely matches the ringing frequency in your ears. 

Add a bandstop filter at these frequencies to any sound or mix to create your tinnitus mask.

The advanced filters can be applied to both ears or just one ear, and different frequency ranges can be used for each ear.

You can set a wide range of filter widths from 0.1 to 4.0 octaves, down to 1Hz resolution.

And you can adjust the volume level in each ear with a single balance control.

With Tinnitus HQ you can create advanced natural-sounding tinnitus masks to help relieve your tinnitus symptoms. 

Tinnitus HQ features:

• Over 500 high-quality natural sound recordings
• Precision bandpass and bandstop filters to identify and mask ringing frequencies
• Wide frequency range: 128 Hz to 16 kHz
• Filter widths from 0.1 to 4.0 Octaves, settable to 1Hz resolution
• Two-ear and single-ear filtering capability
• Independent Left-Right ear filter frequencies and widths
• Left-Right ear volume balance control
• Easy-to-create blended mixes of any 4 sounds
• Runs in background while using other apps or when the screen is locked
• Timer with slow audio fade-out
• Beautiful high-definition images from around the globe
• Modern easy-to-use interface
• 15 different natural sound categories, including Rain, Rivers & Streams, Ocean, Lakes, Wind, Water Fountains, Fire, Birds, Crickets & Insects, Cars, Trains, Public Places, Household, Industrial, Soundscapes.

Download Tinnitus HQ now.


* See http://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0138595, http://www.pnas.org/content/107/3/1207.full, http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2918775/ for descriptions of notched sound therapy and its positive results.

* Please talk with your doctor about ringing in the ears and any other symptoms. Don’t use this or any other app as a substitute for professional medical advice.

Terms of Use: https://www.phase4mobile.com/tinnitushq-terms-of-use/

Image credits: http://www.phase4mobile.com/image-credits-tinnitushq

## Key features

- Personalized tinnitus sound masking
- Advanced bandpass and bandstop filters
- Over 500 high-quality natural sounds
- Independent left/right ear filtering
- Adjustable filter widths and frequencies
- Background operation with timer

## What do users think of Tinnitus HQ?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎵 Diverse sound library with natural options
- 🎚️ Customizable sound mixing capabilities
- 🔧 Frequency filtering and notch therapy features
- 😴 Effective tinnitus masking for sleep
- 👍 User-friendly interface and design
- 🌍 Works alongside other audio apps
- 💬 Responsive and helpful customer support
- 💰 Good value compared to alternatives
- 🎧 Personalized soundscape creation
- ✨ High-quality natural sound recordings

**Cons**

- 🔒 Limited free sounds, requires paid version
- 💸 Higher price point than some alternatives
- 🐛 App freezing issues on iPhone
- 🔊 Volume control tied to system volume
- ⚖️ No left/right balance control
- 📖 Unclear documentation and instructions
- 🔄 Looping artifacts detectable by sensitive users
- 📱 Compatibility issues with some devices
- 🎚️ Difficulty finding correct settings for some users
- 🔌 Performance degradation over time

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App freezes requiring deletion and reload
- Inconsistent audio levels between preview and playback
- Left/right audio channel inconsistency with AirPods
- Looping artifacts in white and pink noise recordings
- Display brightness issues on main screen
- Audio mixing compatibility problems with some apps
- Performance decline with extended use

**Most requested features**

- Precise frequency adjustment with +/- buttons
- Fine-tuned volume control independent of system volume
- Left/right audio balance controls
- Longer, more seamless audio loops
- Ability to upload custom sounds
- Filters applicable to external audio sources
- Staggered start points for samples
- Standalone noise generator option
- Better in-app documentation and tutorials
- Improved brightness/display settings accessibility

## Recent user reviews (10 of 76)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tinnitus-hq/id891628361/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Très utile

*2025-12-20*

Avec la diversité de sons disponible , et la possibilité de les mélanger permet de créer une ambiance sonore plus confortable.

### 5/5 — Sehr umfangreich, lohnt

*2025-03-07*

Ich finde die Möglichkeit gut, bis zu 4 verschiedene Klänge (bzw. Geräuschkulissen) individuell abzumischen. Dazu lässt sich noch ein Filter drüber legen, um bestimmte Frequenzen zu filtern oder zu sperren. 
Von diesen Klangmixen lassen sich beliebig viele fest abspeichern und bei Bedarf auch neu justieren.
Die Bibliothek finde ich umfangreich und abwechslungsreich.

### 5/5 — Sehr hilfreich

*2025-02-05*

App ist enorm anpassbar an Wünsche oder Erfordernisse.

### 5/5 — Impressive choice of noises

*2025-01-19*

Just started using hearing aids for high frequency loss and very loud tinnitus. Some background noises make the tinnitus louder but the choices here allow adjustments and the range of noises mean I’ve found the perfect mask with birdsong.

### 5/5 — 能导入本地的吗

*2025-01-13*

能导入本地的声音吗？

**Developer response:** 很高兴您喜欢本应用程序。该应用拥有500多种高质量立体声。无法加载您自己的声音。

### 5/5 — Wendy

*2024-11-16*

This is marvellous for drowning out my tennitis. I have it on day and night and can lead a normal life  without the stress of listening to 
the sound in my head and ears. Thank you for your service.

### 5/5 — Tinnitus HQ app.

*2024-09-26*

I have tried many fixes for my tinnitus at night and at last I have found something which helps in a big way. The app. mixing ability has allowed me to create personalised soundscapes which also reduce/cancel ambient refrigeration noise from nearby premises. getting more sleep now than I have for years. Well done, Tinnitus HQ, You’re brilliant! Nick B

### 4/5 — Definitely has helped

*2023-12-07*

It is definitely beneficial and have bought it for a few friends. Also have some sounds that get me in a nice mood to sleep

### 4/5 — Magique

*2023-07-11*

Cette application a considérablement amélioré mon quotidien. Il manquerait peut être un tutoriel plus accessible et explicite et un module d’acouphénométrie précis. 
Merci 👍🏼

### 5/5 — Tinnitus lindern

*2023-04-02*

Ich habe mir heute die App heruntergeladen und finde sie sehr hilfreich. Wunderbare Klänge! Finde den Preis hierfür auch angemessen. Kann die App nur empfehlen für alle ‚Leidensgenossen‘.

## Frequently asked questions about Tinnitus HQ

### What does Tinnitus HQ do?

Tinnitus HQ is designed to help you understand and relieve your tinnitus symptoms. It utilizes advanced sound filtering technology to create personalized sound masks that can help mask the ringing frequencies in your ears.

### How does Tinnitus HQ help with tinnitus?

The app allows you to apply precision bandpass and bandstop filters to over 500 natural sounds. By identifying the specific frequencies of your tinnitus, you can create a custom sound mask to block or reduce these perceived sounds.

### Is Tinnitus HQ free to use?

Based on the provided information, Tinnitus HQ is available for free. There are no mentions of in-app purchases, subscriptions, or advertisements.

### What kind of sounds are available?

The app offers over 500 high-quality natural sound recordings across 15 different categories. These include sounds like Rain, Rivers & Streams, Ocean, Wind, Fire, Birds, Crickets, Cars, Trains, and various soundscapes.

### Can I customize the sound filters for each ear?

Yes, Tinnitus HQ features two-ear and single-ear filtering capabilities. You can set independent left and right ear filter frequencies and widths, as well as adjust the volume balance between the ears.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.2 — 2026-08-13

• Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 4.1 — 2026-03-17

• Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 4.0 — 2026-01-27

• Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 3.9 — 2025-09-05

• Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 3.8 — 2025-08-14

• Bug fixes and performance improvements.

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