Comparison

LISTENING DEVICE vs AiTing

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

Head to head
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

About

AiTing

Features
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Users can set the functions of the listening device through the AiTing APP, including volume, noise reduction adjustment, etc. Users can also take a hearing test to create a personal audiogram. The APP syncs the listening test results to the iPhone's Health and applies the personal listening grammar to program on the listening device. The program will automatically adjust based on individual listening parameters, allowing users to hear more appropriate sounds.

Screenshots

LISTENING DEVICE4 screens
AiTing3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AiTing at none against LISTENING DEVICE's 7. AiTing also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). LISTENING DEVICE's advantage is chart position (#165 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, 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 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. AiTing asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LISTENING DEVICE ships an update every 6 weeks, AiTing every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
LISTENING DEVICE versus AiTing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLISTENING DEVICEAiTing
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (1.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews74.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
Best chart rank#165 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB35 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperApplication Development 21HANGZHOU ACOSOUND TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD

Bugs and requests

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

AiTing

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

LISTENING DEVICE

Subscriptions7
  • Noise Adaptation Weekly Access3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Compression - Weekly Access3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Tinnitus - Weekly Access3 Days trial$0.997 Days
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  • Weekly Access$7.997 Days
  • Listening Device, Hearing Aid$14.991 Month
  • Three Months Access$29.993 Months
  • Hearing Amplifier, Hearing App3 Days trial$49.991 Year
None

AiTing

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LISTENING DEVICE free?
LISTENING DEVICE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AiTing free?
AiTing is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LISTENING DEVICE or AiTing have ads?
Neither LISTENING DEVICE nor AiTing shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LISTENING DEVICE or AiTing?
LISTENING DEVICE ships an update every 6 weeks, and AiTing every 4 weeks. Most recently, LISTENING DEVICE was updated on October 25, 2026 and AiTing on October 14, 2026.

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