Welcome to your free online hearing test

  • Only takes 3 minutes 
  • Completely anonymous 
  • Made by hearing care professionals
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How do online hearing tests work?

With our online test, you simply listen to some sounds and answer some questions. This checks how well you hear in different situations such as restaurants.

If you have any difficulties hearing – and even if you don’t – it’s a very good idea to check your hearing health.

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How do I prepare for this hearing test?

It’s very easy to take this free online hearing test. All you need are:

  • Your computer or smartphone 
  • Headphones or earphones 
  • A quiet place without background noise

With our free hearing test, you can:

  • Learn about your hearing abilities at different sound levels*
  • Get insights into any hearing challenges
  • Quickly see if you need to take further action

Do you want a professional hearing test by a real person?

If you are looking for a physical hearing test in a clinic, it is very easy to arrange. Simply click the link below to find a hearing care professional in your area.

We recommend you get tested by a hearing care professional or audiologist from a dedicated hearing care centre, even if you have taken an online hearing test.

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Don’t worry, hearing challenges are completely normal

We all struggle to hear things sometimes. It doesn’t always mean it's hearing loss. But it’s always good to check by taking a hearing test.

This is because it is better to know about any hearing loss. Then you can act to stop it causing other difficulties that could affect your health. You have nothing to lose by taking a free hearing test!

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More information about hearing tests and hearing loss

Do you have to pay for a hearing test?

Whether you have to pay for a physical hearing test depends on where you are. If you do need to pay and you have health insurance, it may be possible to get your hearing test costs paid for by your insurance provider.

Online hearing test results can give you a good indication, but they cannot replace an in-person, professional hearing test.

We recommend you speak to a hearing care professional or audiologist.

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Some interesting facts about hearing loss

Hearing loss is very common. In fact, about one in every six people experience hearing loss!
Hearing loss can be caused by infections, injuries, or birth defects.
There are different types of hearing loss.
Hearing loss is completely natural and appears most often after the age of 65.
You hear with your brain! So hearing loss can lead to negative consequences for your brain and impact your overall quality of life. That’s why it’s so important to check your hearing regularly.

Read more about hearing loss here

Do you have a child with hearing difficulties?

With hearing loss in children, it is very important to act early. This is because good hearing health helps children to develop good social skills, and even helps to develop the structure of their brains. If you suspect your child is experiencing hearing loss, you need to get a professional evaluation.

Read more about hearing loss in children

What you need to know about hearing aids

We know hearing aids can be confusing, so let us guide you through the basics.

There are different types of hearing aids. The main difference is that some sit behind your ear, while others sit fully in your ear canal where they can be almost invisible.

Nowadays, hearing aids are very small and discreet. In fact, few people even notice when someone is wearing hearing aids. They’re also comfortable – people usually forget they are wearing them.

Finally, only a hearing care professional can fit hearing aids.

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*This online hearing test gives you a good indication of any hearing challenges you may have, but no online hearing test results can replace a full hearing evaluation by a hearing care professional. We recommend you also make an appointment with a hearing care professional.