What is the difference between an $1000 and a $3500 hearing aid?

A $1000 hearing aid could be any size of hearing aid with digital technology with a limited number of features. This usually means that the hearing aid will work well in quiet and mildly noisy situations but may be of limited benefit in significantly challenging listening situations.

A $3500 hearing aid could be any size of hearing aid with digital technology with the maximum number of features that a manufacturer has available currently to improve hearing in various situations that are considered challenging. This means that the user can expect much better performance in extremely noisy or difficult listening situations. Features in a hearing aid are designed to enhance performance in a group situation or any other noisy or challenging listening environment. Typical features mentioned are multi-channel, directional or multi-microphones,multi-memory, automatic for adjustments, wind noise suppression, echo-blocking, feedback cancellation.