At the present time, hearing instrument prices can vary from approximately $1,000 for a good quality basic hearing instrument, to more than $3,000 for a state-of-the-art digital hearing instrument. Typically, advanced hearing instruments are more comfortable to wear in a greater variety of listening environments.

How much you spend on a hearing instrument will depend on your individual hearing condition, cosmetic preferences should you be able to support hearing instrument alternatives, and available finances. However, partial funding is available for most models of hearing instruments for residents of Ontario.

In addition to many private group insurers, funding for hearing instruments is available from several sources within Ontario, including:

• The Assistive Devices branch of the Ontario Ministry of Health
• The Department of Veterans Affairs
• The Workplace Safety Insurance Board
• The Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services

Read more about hearing aids:
- About Hearing Instruments
- Types of Hearing Aids
- Featured Hearing Aids by Hearing Aid Manufacturers
- Hearing Aids Troubleshooting Guide
- Hearing Aids Maintenance and Care
- Two Hearing Aids vs. One