Widex SmartRIC

Widex SmartRIC is a rechargeable receiver-in-canal hearing aid designed for all-day use and for focusing on conversations. Unlike classic RIC devices, its body behind the ear is L-shaped. This shape aims to place the microphones where they pick up speech better, making it easier to follow conversations in noisy places too.

Sound and speech

SmartRIC's microphone covers help reduce distracting sounds such as wind noise and the rubbing noise when you touch your hair or the device. With Widex's natural sound approach, the device aims to bring forward the conversation you are focusing on. For people with tinnitus, the Widex Zen program can be set up depending on the technology level; whether it suits you is assessed during a tinnitus device trial.

Charging and battery life

A full charge of about 4 hours gives up to 37 hours of hearing, depending on use. When you need a short boost, half an hour of charging gives up to 8 hours of use. The portable charging case that comes with the device can do five full charges from its own battery, so you can keep charging your hearing aids for a week without reaching a socket. The compact case fits in a bag or pocket, and its LED lights clearly show the charging status. For other rechargeable models, see our rechargeable hearing aids page.

Design

With its slim body and soft edges, SmartRIC looks discreet behind the ear. Its design was inspired by the curves of spectacle arms. You can choose the colour that matches your hair and skin tone from several options. Function and appearance were considered together in an easy-to-use layout.

Who is it for?

SmartRIC can be considered for people who do not want to deal with changing batteries, who need to follow conversations in busy places all day, and who travel often and can make use of the portable charging case. We set up phone connection and app features with your phone at fitting. Making a habit of putting the devices in the case in the evening and plugging the case itself in once a week is enough to keep charging running smoothly. We can choose the colour and ear tip together during the trial.

After a free hearing test at our Pendik centre, you can try the Widex SmartRIC hearing aid, with its charging routine, in your daily life. For all models, see our Widex hearing aids page.