Comparison

LISTENING DEVICE vs InteliCare Connect

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
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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

InteliCare Connect

Features
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InteliCare Connect is designed for staff, carers, and nurses working in residential aged care facilities. The app helps you quickly respond to resident calls, staff assist requests, and emergency alerts, ensuring timely and coordinated care. Key features include: Real-time alerts: Receive and respond to resident and staff calls instantly. Team visibility: See who is attending each alert to avoid duplication and improve response times. Resident & equipment search: Quickly locate residents or essential equipment, such as wheelchairs, within the facility. Staff duress protection: Trigger duress alerts to notify colleagues immediately in emergencies. Mark calls as attended when near the resident, saving time and improving accuracy. With InteliCare Connect, your team can work together more efficiently, improve resident safety, and deliver faster, more coordinated care.

Screenshots

LISTENING DEVICE4 screens
InteliCare Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: InteliCare Connect at none against LISTENING DEVICE's 4. InteliCare Connect also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. InteliCare Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LISTENING DEVICE ships an update every 6 weeks, InteliCare Connect every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
LISTENING DEVICE versus InteliCare Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLISTENING DEVICEInteliCare Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (1.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews74.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB27 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperApplication Development 21Intelicare Holdings Limited

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

InteliCare Connect

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
None

InteliCare Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LISTENING DEVICE free?
LISTENING DEVICE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is InteliCare Connect free?
InteliCare Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LISTENING DEVICE or InteliCare Connect have ads?
Neither LISTENING DEVICE nor InteliCare Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LISTENING DEVICE or InteliCare Connect?
LISTENING DEVICE ships an update every 6 weeks, and InteliCare Connect every 2 weeks. Most recently, LISTENING DEVICE was updated on November 11, 2026 and InteliCare Connect on October 30, 2026.

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