Soundwave Hearing develops Sontro® Self-Fitting OTC Hearing Aids that utilize the otoTune® app for personalized programming through artificial intelligence, allowing users to adjust their hearing aids from home. The company addresses mild to moderate hearing loss by providing an accessible solution that eliminates the need for in-person consultations and offers a 45-day money-back guarantee.
Funding
$6.2M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Individuals experiencing mild to moderate hearing loss often face barriers such as the need for in-person consultations with audiologists and the high cost of traditional hearing aids. This can lead to delayed treatment and reduced quality of life.
Solution
Soundwave Hearing offers Sontro® Self-Fitting OTC Hearing Aids, providing an accessible and affordable solution for individuals with mild to moderate hearing loss. These FDA-cleared hearing aids pair with the otoTune® app, which uses a clinically validated 3-minute hearing test to automatically program the devices to the user's specific hearing profile. Users can fine-tune their settings through the app, ensuring optimal hearing in various environments. The hearing aids are designed for comfort and discreet wear, adapting to different sound environments with advanced signal processing and directional microphones. Soundwave Hearing also partners with Amptify to offer a free month of auditory training and support, enhancing the overall hearing health journey.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes adults aged 18 and older with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss seeking a convenient, cost-effective, and self-managed hearing solution.
Features
- Self-fitting OTC hearing aids programmable via the otoTune® mobile app
- AI-powered personalization based on a 3-minute in-situ hearing test
- Bluetooth connectivity for wireless control and audio streaming (Model AI-S)
- Adaptive Directionality feature to manage noise and focus on conversations
- Wide Dynamic Range Compression across 16 channels for enhanced sound quality
- Automatic sound mode selection to adapt to different listening environments
- Durable and sweat-resistant design for active use
- Available in discreet Beige and Grey finishes
- Receiver-in-canal (RIC) design for optimal sound quality
- Compatible with Android and iOS devices