• Behind The Ear (BTE) Model: Consists of a small, semi-circular plastic unit which, as the name suggests, needs to be placed behind the ear. It is connected to an additional plastic earmold which is fitted in the ear. The plastic unit houses the microphone and the amplifier whereas the earmold contains the speaker which transmits the amplified sound waves towards the inner ear, thereby enabling the wearer to hear the sound. This type of hearing aid is suitable for minor to moderate hearing loss.

• In The Ear (ITE) Model: This type of hearing aid consists of a single unit that is small enough to be fitted in the outer ear. It is mostly made of plastic, although there exist a few silicon variants as well. This particular hearing aid is custom-built for each and every person, depending on the size of his or her outer ear. It is useful for people with mild to severe hearing loss.

• Completely In Canal (CIC) Model: As the name suggests, this type of hearing aid fits completely inside the ear canal. It is an advanced version of the ITC model and is hardly visible from outside. As this hearing aid is fitted deep inside the ear, it is prone to damage due to excessive ear wax or severe ear infections.

Each individual model of Widex Hearing Aid comes in a variety of configurations; BTE, CIC, ITE & ITC.