# Sound Amplifier vs HearingAssist STREAM

The clearest difference is rating: Sound Amplifier at 4.6 against HearingAssist STREAM's 2.4. Sound Amplifier also leads on ratings volume (1.2K vs 9). HearingAssist STREAM's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sound Amplifier sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. HearingAssist STREAM asks for nothing beyond the download.

Sound Amplifier holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sound Amplifier has 1.2K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Sound Amplifier ships an update every 2 weeks, HearingAssist STREAM every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sound Amplifier | HearingAssist STREAM |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sound-amplifier/id1615079093/reviews)** | [2.4 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearingassist-stream/id1626580571/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 34.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 23 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | +4 | 17+ |
| Developer | [Mighty Fine Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/973529494) | [InnerScope Hearing Technologies Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1438059351) |

## What reviewers say

### Sound Amplifier

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sound-amplifier/id1615079093)

Transform your phone into a powerful hearing aid. This app amplifies sound up to 100x, enhances voice clarity, and reduces background noise. Protect your hearing while easily listening to conversations, lectures, or TV with connected headphones.

**Highlights:** Volume amplification up to 100x, Voice isolation for clearer conversations, Hearing protection features, Background app operation, Simple one-tap amplification, Bluetooth headphone support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access | $9.99 | per month |
| Full Access | $49.99 | per year |
| Full Access | $59.99 | per year |
| Full Access | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Excellent sound quality
- 🔊 Effective amplification
- 🎧 Works well with wireless headphones

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Locked behind paywall
- 🔁 Delayed audio playback
- 🚫 Doesn't work with built-in phone speakers

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription charges even after cancellation
- Inability to cancel free trial
- Compatibility issues with certain devices

**Requested features**

- Free trial option without payment info
- Ability to use without subscription
- Integration with iOS accessibility features


### HearingAssist STREAM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearingassist-stream/id1626580571)

This utility application simplifies the use of hearing aid devices. It offers enhanced control and accessibility for users managing their auditory assistance technology.

**Highlights:** Hearing aid device management, Enhanced control, Improved accessibility, Streamlined user experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sound Amplifier free?

Sound Amplifier is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is HearingAssist STREAM free?

HearingAssist STREAM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Sound Amplifier or HearingAssist STREAM?

Sound Amplifier is rated higher. Sound Amplifier averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while HearingAssist STREAM averages 2.4 from 9 ratings.

### Do Sound Amplifier or HearingAssist STREAM have ads?

Neither Sound Amplifier nor HearingAssist STREAM shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sound Amplifier or HearingAssist STREAM?

Sound Amplifier ships an update every 2 weeks, and HearingAssist STREAM every 10 days. Most recently, Sound Amplifier was updated on October 30, 2026 and HearingAssist STREAM on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*