Eargo
Link
$799 / pair
Last typical street price before discontinuation; remaining stock may sell below this.
The Link by Eargo (early 2024, $799 a pair) was Eargo's earbud-style departure from its invisible line — and the only Eargo with Bluetooth streaming and hands-free calling. It is now discontinued: parent company LXE Hearing began winding down US operations in July 2026, with support and warranties guaranteed only through September 15, 2026. After that, the companion app may stop working too.
By Lilly Seay · Updated July 2026
At a Glance
What we like
- Only sub-$1,000 Eargo, at less than a third of the flagship price
- Real Bluetooth streaming and hands-free calls — no other Eargo offered either
- Familiar earbud look reduced hearing-aid stigma
Worth knowing
- Discontinued — support and warranties guaranteed only through September 15, 2026
- The Eargo app may stop working after that, and it holds the Link's tuning and controls
- Only ~9 hrs battery in hearing-aid mode — weakest in this roundup
- IP54 only, and the earbud look is less discreet than Eargo's invisible models
A great fit if you…
already own a pair and want to keep wearing it — just get your app settings dialed in and any warranty claims filed before September 15, 2026, because this window is closing
Look elsewhere if you…
are shopping for a hearing aid today — that's most people, since even deep-clearance pricing can't offset losing support, warranty, and possibly the app within months
Standout Features
- Bluetooth 5.3 music and call streaming — the only Eargo that streamed
- Hands-free calling on compatible iPhone and Android devices
- Earbud-style hybrid ITE design for mild to moderate hearing loss
- App-based personalization and controls through the Eargo app
- Rechargeable, about 9 hours per charge in hearing-aid mode
- IP54 rating against dust and splashes
Full Specifications
| Last street price (per pair) | $799 |
|---|---|
| Style | ITE, Earbud |
| Category | Over-the-counter (OTC) |
| Released | 2024 |
| Fits hearing loss | Mild to moderate |
| Rechargeable | Yes |
| Disposable battery option | No |
| Battery life | Up to 9 hours |
| Bluetooth streaming | Yes |
| Bluetooth LE Audio | — |
| Auracast ready | — |
| iPhone streaming | Yes |
| Android streaming | Yes |
| Hands-free calls | Yes |
| Companion app | Eargo app |
| Water resistance | IP54 |
| Telecoil | — |
| CROS option | No |
Our Take
The Link was Eargo's odd one out, and plenty of people loved it for that. While the rest of the lineup chased invisibility, the Link looked like a regular earbud, streamed music and calls over Bluetooth 5.3, and handled hands-free calling — no other Eargo did any of that. At $799 a pair, it was also the only Eargo under $1,000, less than a third of the flagship's price. The main drawback was battery life: about 9 hours per charge in hearing-aid mode, the weakest in this roundup.
An earbud that depends on an app is only as sturdy as the company behind that app — and that's the problem here. Parent company LXE Hearing began winding down US operations in July 2026. Customer support and warranties are only guaranteed through September 15, 2026, and the Eargo app may stop working after that. Since the Link's personalization and controls live in that app, losing it means losing the ability to adjust your settings. If you own a Link, use the app now to get it tuned the way you want, and sort out any warranty claims before the deadline.
If the earbud look is what drew you to the Link, the Apple AirPods Pro 3 ($199 – $249) do that job for far less — true earbuds with a hearing aid feature and streaming built in. If you'd rather have something built as a hearing aid first, the Sennheiser All-Day Clear ($800 – $1,000) sits at a similar price with Bluetooth, and the ELEHEAR Beyond Pro ($599) undercuts the Link while keeping streaming and app controls. All three come from companies still standing behind their products — which is the one thing the Link can no longer offer.
Alternatives to Consider
Still-available models closest to this one by style and price. Tap any model for its full review.
| Model | Price / pair | Style | Rechargeable | LE Audio | Battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eargo Link this model | $799 | ITE, Earbud | Yes | — | 9 hrs |
| Apple AirPods Pro 3 (Hearing Aid) | $199 – $249 | Earbud | Yes | No | 10 hrs |
| Sennheiser All-Day Clear | $800 – $1,000 | RIC | Yes | No | 24 hrs |
| ELEHEAR Beyond Pro | $599 | RIC | Yes | — | 20 hrs |
| MDHearing NEO XS PRO | $497 – $597 | CIC | Yes | No | 18 hrs |
| MDHearing VOLT MAX 2 | $497 – $597 | BTE | Yes | — | 15 hrs |
| Nuance Audio Hearing Glasses | $699 | Glasses | Yes | — | 8 hrs |
Apple
AirPods Pro 3 (Hearing Aid)
$199 – $249 / pair
Affordable part-time hearing help for iPhone users with mild-to-moderate loss
Sennheiser
All-Day Clear
$800 – $1,000 / pair
Top-rated OTC speech clarity with full iPhone and Android streaming under $1,000
ELEHEAR
Beyond Pro
$599 / pair
Feature-packed OTC value with streaming, tinnitus tools, and remote support
Prices are typical US per-pair street prices as of July 2026 and vary by clinic, technology level, and included services. Hearing Buddy is not affiliated with Eargo and doesn't sell hearing aids — this guide is independent research for the hard of hearing community. Always confirm fit and pricing with a licensed hearing care professional.
Eargo Link Questions
Yes, the Link by Eargo is discontinued. Parent company LXE Hearing began winding down US operations in July 2026. Customer support and warranties are only guaranteed through September 15, 2026, and the companion Eargo app may stop working after that date. The Link was Eargo's $799 earbud-style model, and the only one in the lineup with Bluetooth streaming and hands-free calling.
Support and warranties for the Link are guaranteed only through September 15, 2026, and the Eargo app may stop working after that. Act before the deadline: file any warranty claims now, and use the app to dial in your programs and personalization while it still works, since the app is where the Link's tuning and controls live. After September 15, 2026, there is no guarantee of help from the company.
If you liked the Link's earbud style and streaming, the Apple AirPods Pro 3 ($199 – $249) offer a hearing aid feature in true earbuds for much less. The ELEHEAR Beyond Pro ($599) and MDHearing NEO XS PRO ($497 – $597) both cost less than the Link's $799, and the Sennheiser All-Day Clear ($800 – $1,000) is a similarly priced OTC hearing aid with Bluetooth. All are current models from companies actively supporting them.
Some retailers may still have stock, and remaining units may sell below the last typical price of $799. Think hard before buying: support and warranty coverage are only guaranteed through September 15, 2026, and the app that handles the Link's setup and tuning may stop working after that. For most people, a current model from an active brand is the safer buy.
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