Comparison

Hearing Remote vs LISTENING DEVICE

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Hearing Remote

This app offers discreet control over hearing aid settings like volume and programs. It provides a virtual guide for daily maintenance, allows remote adjustments from hearing care providers, and tracks listening environments and activity levels. It also includes a feature to locate misplaced devices.

Highlights
  • Volume and program control
  • Virtual hearing aid guide
  • Remote adjustments from provider
  • Lifestyle data tracking
  • Find my Devices feature
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Say hello to Hearing Remote and experience a life where hearing is not just about what you hear but how you hear it. With quick and seamless navigation, the Hearing Remote app allows you to easily and discretely make the adjustments you need in the moment. From volume control to programs that you can select and customize, you choose how to personalize your experience! Feel confident in your hearing journey knowing that Hearing Remote provides you with: Everyday Support Confidently manage the day-to-day maintenance of your hearing aids with the help of Tutor, your personalized virtual hearing aid guide that delivers helpful tips, reminders and advice straight to your smartphone. Connected Care Receive remote adjustments from your hearing care provider to fine tune your listening experience, without having to wait for your next appointment. Lifestyle Data Feel empowered with lifestyle data that monitors your wearing time, time spent in different listening environments and your level of physical activity. Find my Devices Gain peace of mind knowing you can track down misplaced hearing aids with Find my Devices.

About

LISTENING DEVICE

This app amplifies sound for clearer everyday hearing, enhances speech clarity, and reduces background noise. It offers live transcription for calls and conversations, personalized audio for videos and music, and a built-in hearing test for tailored sound enhancement.

Highlights
  • Sound amplification up to 30 dB
  • Live transcription for calls
  • Personalized sound for video/music
  • Noise reduction
  • Built-in hearing test
  • Remote microphone support
Features
Currently charting
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LISTENING DEVICE + SOUND AMPLIFIER 4 Music & Video + CAPTION CALL + Customized for the Hard of HEARING ◆Listening Device delivers powerful sound amplification for clearer everyday hearing ◆Enhance speech clarity ◆Reduce background noise ◆Fine-tune audio for headphones & Bluetooth devices ◆Live transcription for calls & conversations NEW FEATURES: ◆► Personalized Sound for Video & Music Watch videos with enhanced volume directly in-app. Uses your personalized hearing profile for optimized clarity, with additional settings to fine-tune the sound depending on the content. ◆► Live Transcription Transcribe speech in real-time – even with your screen locked. Perfect for continuous note-taking during meetings, lectures, or conversations. ◆► Transcribe from Saved Files Transcribe your recordings or import audio files from Google Drive, Dropbox, iTunes, or local storage. Perfect for capturing meetings, lectures, or personal notes. FEATURES: ► Voice Recorder & Volume Booster Amplify sound up to 30 dB with any headphones or Bluetooth devices. ► Three Sound Amplification Modes Choose from three distinct sound amplification options to tailor your listening experience to different environments and preferences, ensuring optimal audio clarity and volume. ► Health & Wellness Integrated with HealthKit to monitor hearing health. Use our hearing test for tailored sound enhancement. ► Included Hearing Test Offers a built-in hearing test to customize the app's sound amplification settings to your unique hearing profile, enhancing your listening experience. ► Noise Reduction Remove background noise for clearer listening. Includes a microphone for crystal-clear audio capture. ► Hearing Aid Compatibility Works as a hearing amplifier and live listen tool for improved hearing. ► Speaker & Headphone Volume Booster Enhance speaker and headphone volume for louder, clearer sound. ► Dynamic Sound Amplification Adjusts to your hearing needs, amplifying quiet sounds without overwhelming volume. ► Bluetooth & Wired Headset Support Optimal performance with Bluetooth headsets and AirPods*. ► Hearing Correction Personalized for each ear, adapting to various environments for optimal hearing. ADDITIONAL FEATURES: ◆ LIVE BACKGROUND TRANSCRIPTION – Capture speech automatically, even from your pocket or with the screen off. ◆ REMOTE MICROPHONE via smartphone with Bluetooth headset for enhanced TV listening. ◆ SUPER BOOST for powerful sound amplification. ◆ CUSTOM PROFILES for different listening environments. ◆ ADVANCED NOISE SUPPRESSION for speech clarity. ◆ AUDIO RECORDER with personalized sound amplification. Subscription Options: Weekly, monthly, or annual access to all app functions. Subscription Details: Auto-renewal unless canceled 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions in Account Settings after purchase. Compatible with iOS devices, charges to iTunes account. Disclaimer: Not a medical device. Audiometric tests are for app personalization, not for medical diagnosis. Note: Bluetooth use may introduce delay. Echoing possible. Background transcription requires microphone access and may impact battery life. Terms of Service: https://dectone.pro/site/terms Privacy Policy: https://dectone.pro/site/policy

Screenshots

Hearing Remote4 screens
LISTENING DEVICE4 screens

Verdict

The call

Hearing Remote and LISTENING DEVICE both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 74% of LISTENING DEVICE's written reviews are positive against 23% of Hearing Remote's. LISTENING DEVICE also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 5 months) and chart position (#141 vs unranked). Hearing Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ratings volume (5.2K vs 1.5K). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. LISTENING DEVICE sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Hearing Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Hearing Remote against 4.3 for LISTENING DEVICE. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5.2K and 1.5K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 23% of Hearing Remote's written reviews are positive against 74% of LISTENING DEVICE's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hearing Remote ships an update every 5 months, LISTENING DEVICE every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Hearing Remote versus LISTENING DEVICE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHearing RemoteLISTENING DEVICE
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (5.2K ratings) — better4.3 (1.5K ratings)
Positive reviews23.1% of reviews74.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5.2K — better1.5K
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
Best chart rank—#141 — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size223 MB66 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSonova AGApplication Development 21

Customer experience

Hearing Remote

All ratings4,733 ratings
Positive83.9%
Neutral7.2%
Negative8.8%
Written reviews229 reviews
Positive23.1%
Neutral14.4%
Negative62.4%

LISTENING DEVICE

All ratings1,517 ratings
Positive81.9%
Neutral6.4%
Negative11.7%
Written reviews435 reviews
Positive74.3%
Neutral4.8%
Negative20.9%

User reviews

Hearing Remote

From 5.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 💡 Useful for adjusting hearing aids
  • 🚀 Reliable connection when it works

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections and Bluetooth issues
  • 🔋 Battery drain problems
  • 🐛 App crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Unreliable volume and program controls

LISTENING DEVICE

From 1.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great app
  • 👍 Helpful for hearing
  • 👍 Customizable profiles
  • 👍 Useful features
  • 👍 Works well with headphones

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🐛 Unreliable/crashes
  • 🔍 Confusing/unclear instructions
  • 🔍 Intrusive ads/popups

Bugs and requests

Hearing Remote

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App not recognizing hearing aids
  • Settings not saving properly
  • Streaming audio issues
  • Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Independent left/right volume control
  • More customization options for hearing aid settings
  • Integration with smartwatch
  • Improved stability and reliability

LISTENING DEVICE

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Delayed audio with certain headphones
  • Subscription issues/unexpected charges
  • App randomly stops working

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to filter/suppress specific sounds
  • Option to save recordings to iCloud
  • More detailed customization and settings
  • Lifetime subscription option

In-app purchases

None

Hearing Remote

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

LISTENING DEVICE

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Access$7.997 Days
  • Listening Device, Hearing Aid$14.991 Month
  • Three Months Access$29.993 Months
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  • Hearing Amplifier, Hearing App3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Hearing Remote free?
Hearing Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LISTENING DEVICE free?
LISTENING DEVICE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hearing Remote or LISTENING DEVICE?
Hearing Remote is rated higher. Hearing Remote averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5.2K ratings, while LISTENING DEVICE averages 4.3 from 1.5K ratings.
Do Hearing Remote or LISTENING DEVICE have ads?
Neither Hearing Remote nor LISTENING DEVICE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hearing Remote or LISTENING DEVICE?
Hearing Remote ships an update every 5 months, and LISTENING DEVICE every 6 weeks. Most recently, Hearing Remote was updated on November 8, 2026 and LISTENING DEVICE on November 6, 2026.

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