Natural, lightly processed sound
conversations and surroundings retain a realistic character
Hearing aidsIndependent advice · fitted at home
Widex hearing aids, fitted at home across the North East
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Widex SmartRIC
Widex offers low-delay sound processing for people who value their own voice, music and everyday listening. Allure, SmartRIC and Moment differ in shape, processing and connectivity. We compare how they sound and feel after your free home test, because no sound preference makes one brand right for everyone.
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Widex SmartRIC
Compared around your hearing, comfort and everyday needs.
The short answer
What Widex does differently
Where most brands compete on noise reduction and clever features, Widex has spent the better part of two decades chasing one goal: making hearing aids sound real. Its PureSound system processes sound in under half a millisecond, fast enough that you avoid the slight delay or hollow, boxed-in quality that some wearers notice with other aids, especially around their own voice and music.
The result is a sound a lot of people describe as the closest to natural hearing they have tried. It tends to suit those who value sound quality and music over gadgetry, and it is often the gentlest option for a first-time wearer who wants the change to feel as natural as possible.
- Independent guidance, never a one-brand sales pitch
- Everything done in the comfort of your own home
- A free hearing test up front, with no obligation to go ahead
The technology
The technology, in plain terms
Widex describes its approach in terms of low-delay processing and separating speech from surrounding sounds. Allure AI, Allure and Moment-generation aids differ, so we compare the exact product and listening experience rather than using processor speed as a promise of better hearing.
Music keeps its natural detail
a balanced quality valued by many musicians and listeners
An app that learns your taste
personal suggestions help fine-tune sound to your preferences
Rechargeable and connected
Bluetooth streaming for calls, television and music
The current range
The Widex range we fit
Widex keeps a tight, focused line-up. These are the ranges we fit, and who each suits, decided only after we have seen your hearing test. One honest point: if tinnitus relief is your main reason for looking at Widex, that lives on the Widex Moment range rather than the newest Allure, and we fit both.
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Widex Allure AI and Allure
Allure AI RIC adds Widex's Clarity Boost to the W1 platform, while the wider Allure family keeps Widex's signature low-delay sound across RIC, BTE and rechargeable custom in-ear forms. We compare AI RIC, standard RIC, BTE and ITE rather than treating Allure as one product.
Best for: People who want Widex's natural, low-delay sound on the newest hardware.
Style and power: Rechargeable RIC, BTE or custom styles, depending on Allure version.
Phone and accessories: Compatible phone streaming; app and hands-free support vary.
Consideration: Allure AI and Allure are distinct products; check the exact specification.
Option 02
Widex SmartRIC
A reshaped receiver-in-canal aid built for all-day power and stronger focus on the voice in front of you.
Best for: People who want long battery life and Widex's natural sound in a single rechargeable aid.
Style and power: L-shaped receiver-in-canal; rechargeable with portable case.
Phone and accessories: Direct streaming from supported phones.
Consideration: Uses the Moment generation rather than the Allure platform.
Option 03
Widex Moment
Moment includes low-delay PureSound processing on suitable models, with a choice of styles and power sources. We compare the selected model's sound, controls and features against Allure and SmartRIC rather than assuming an older platform is automatically the better value.
Best for: People who want Widex's natural sound with built-in tinnitus relief, at a more accessible price.
Style and power: Receiver-in-canal, behind-ear and custom; battery varies.
Phone and accessories: Streaming on connected models; smaller styles can be non-wireless.
Consideration: PureSound and app features depend on the selected model.
Option 04
Widex Moment Sheer
Moment Sheer builds on the Moment platform with cleaner, more stable sound from the first fit and a slim rechargeable design. A good middle option between the older Moment and the newest Allure.
Best for: People who want a refined version of Widex's natural sound in a slim rechargeable aid.
Style and power: Rechargeable receiver-in-canal.
Phone and accessories: Streaming on supported phones; Widex accessory options.
Consideration: Compare its shape and controls with SmartRIC as well as sound.
Looking for another Widex model?
Tell us the model and your phone. We confirm UK availability, exact features and accessory support before recommending it. Battery runtime varies with streaming, settings, hearing loss and battery age.
Independent advice
When Widex might not be the right brand
We will always be straight with you. If your single biggest problem is following speech in very loud, crowded rooms and you want the highest independently tested noise performance, Phonak's Sphere is likely the stronger choice. And if you specifically need tinnitus therapy or remote adjustments, we would guide you to the Widex Moment range rather than the newest Allure, or to another brand entirely. The point of seeing an independent fitter is getting that honesty.
Compare before you commit
Hear Better is run by Liam Robson, HCPC-registered hearing aid audiologist (HAD03779). Start with a free adult hearing test at home. We confirm your postcode against our North East home-visit coverage.
Fitted at home
How we fit Widex hearing aids
Widex is all about how sound feels, so the fine-tuning is where a lot of the value sits.
A free hearing test at home
A thorough assessment in your own home, at no cost, with your results explained in plain language.
An honest recommendation
If Widex's natural sound suits your hearing and what you care about, we will say so, and which range. If not, we will tell you that too.
Fitting and fine-tuning
We program your Widex aids to your hearing and set up the app so the sound can be tailored to your own preferences over time, not just on day one.
Aftercare for the long term
A free hearing test every 12 months, unlimited service call-outs and advice by phone or email, for as long as you wear them.
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The practical questions behind the brand
Your individual quotation explains the model, fitting and purchase terms. Lifetime aftercare includes an annual hearing test, unlimited service call-outs and phone or email advice. Manufacturer repairs, replacement, loss and damage are subject to separate terms.
Read the purchase and appointment termsWidex questions
Common questions about Widex hearing aids
Are Widex hearing aids good for music?
This is where Widex stands out. Its ultra-low-delay, natural sound processing is the reason musicians and serious music listeners so often choose the brand. If music matters to you, Widex is well worth considering.
Are Widex hearing aids good for tinnitus?
Yes, but it depends on the range. Widex's tinnitus relief programmes sit on the Moment range rather than the newest Allure platform. We fit both, so we can match you to the right one for your needs.
What is the newest Widex hearing aid?
The Widex Allure, built on the new W1 chip, is the current flagship and the brand's most refined take on natural sound.
How much do Widex hearing aids cost?
Private aids are priced by the technology level you pick, so there is no one figure. We start with a free test and a no-obligation recommendation, then explain the options and prices clearly so the choice is entirely yours.
Can you get Widex hearing aids on the NHS?
NHS hearing-aid provision and model availability vary by service. Ask your local NHS audiology team which options they provide. Hear Better offers private home assessment, fitting and aftercare; we explain the recommended model and written terms so you can compare the two routes.
Is it Widex or Widdex?
It is Widex. It is sometimes typed as Widdex or Wydex, so if you have seen it spelled differently, you have found the right place.
Sources and model information
Model information checked against the manufacturer sources below on 25 September 2026. Manufacturer feature descriptions are not independent evidence of better results. UK availability, exact specifications and compatibility are confirmed before ordering.
Product imagery is sourced from official manufacturer materials and hosted locally.
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Book a free hearing test and we will tell you honestly whether Widex, or another brand, is the right fit for your hearing, with no pressure and no obligation. Home visits across Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham and the wider North East.