The availability of over-the-counter devices means that getting a hearing aid is now easier than ever, but where to begin? Consumer Reports put several of them to the test to help you figure out ...

Over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids—intended for people with mild or moderate hearing loss—are easier to buy and often more affordable than traditional hearing aids, but they often don’t ...

A proper fit is important with any hearing aid, whether it’s an over-the-counter model or a model prescribed by an audiologist. The app also listens for background noise during the fit test.