Eargo
SE
$1,699 / pair
Last typical street price before discontinuation; remaining stock may sell below this.
The Eargo SE has been discontinued: parent company LXE Hearing began winding down US operations in July 2026, and support and warranties are only guaranteed through September 15, 2026. It was the stripped-down sibling of Eargo's flagship line — the same virtually invisible completely-in-canal design, rechargeable with Sound Match self-fitting, minus the adaptive extras, at $1,699 a pair. It was the cheapest way into Eargo's invisible lineup.
By Lilly Seay · Updated July 2026
At a Glance
What we like
- Genuinely invisible — the same CIC form factor as the flagship Eargo 8
- Was the cheapest way into Eargo's invisible lineup at $1,699
- Simple Sound Match self-fitting with no adaptive extras to manage
- Rechargeable, with up to 16 hours per charge
Worth knowing
- Discontinued — customer support and warranties are only guaranteed through September 15, 2026
- Sound Match self-fitting depends on the Eargo app, which may stop working after that date
- No repair or replacement path once LXE Hearing's wind-down completes
- Even before discontinuation: no Bluetooth streaming, IP54 vs the Eargo 8's IP68, and $1,699 was above the value tier
A great fit if you…
find clearance stock well below $1,699, only need simple self-fit amplification for mild to moderate loss, and accept that support, warranty, and the app all end after September 15, 2026 — a case that shrinks by the day
Look elsewhere if you…
want a hearing aid with a future — and that's most people; once support ends September 15, 2026, there are no repairs, no warranty, and possibly no working app
Standout Features
- Virtually invisible completely-in-canal (CIC) design, same form factor as the Eargo 8
- Sound Match in-app self-fitting for mild to moderate hearing loss
- Rechargeable, up to 16 hours per charge
- Open-fit comfort design
- IP54 dust and moisture resistance
- No Bluetooth streaming or phone connectivity
Full Specifications
| Last street price (per pair) | $1,699 |
|---|---|
| Style | CIC |
| Category | Over-the-counter (OTC) |
| Released | 2024 |
| Fits hearing loss | Mild to moderate |
| Rechargeable | Yes |
| Disposable battery option | No |
| Battery life | Up to 16 hours |
| Bluetooth streaming | No |
| Bluetooth LE Audio | No |
| Auracast ready | No |
| iPhone streaming | No |
| Android streaming | No |
| Hands-free calls | No |
| Companion app | Eargo app |
| Water resistance | IP54 |
| Telecoil | — |
| CROS option | No |
Our Take
The Eargo SE was the simple one. Launched in early 2024 alongside Link by Eargo, it took the flagship's virtually invisible completely-in-canal design, kept the rechargeable batteries and Sound Match self-fitting, and dropped the adaptive extras like Smart Sound Adjust. At $1,699 a pair, it was the cheapest way into Eargo's invisible lineup — and for people with mild to moderate hearing loss who just wanted discreet, no-fuss amplification, that was exactly the appeal.
If you own an SE, the real question is whether to keep wearing it — and the answer is yes, for now, with a plan. The aids won't shut off on a date. But 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 — which handles your Sound Match fitting — may stop working after that. Dial in your fit and file any warranty claim before the deadline, and start budgeting for a replacement now rather than waiting for a dead device to force the decision.
If invisibility is what drew you to the SE, its closest peers are in-ear models fit through a clinic. The ReSound Savi ($1,300 – $3,000) starts nearest to SE money, and the Signia Silk Charge&Go IX ($2,398 – $3,398) is another discreet, rechargeable option worth asking your hearing care professional about. The Phonak Virto Infinio ($2,498 – $4,398) and Oticon Own ($2,598 – $4,598) sit higher up. None match the SE's price, but all come from companies that will still answer the phone next year.
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 SE this model | $1,699 | CIC | Yes | No | 16 hrs |
| Phonak Virto Infinio | $2,498 – $4,398 | ITE, ITC, CIC, IIC | Yes | No | 30 hrs |
| Oticon Own | $2,598 – $4,598 | IIC, CIC, ITC, ITE | No | — | — |
| ReSound Savi | $1,300 – $3,000 | RIC, ITC, CIC | Yes | Yes | 30 hrs |
| Signia Silk Charge&Go IX | $2,398 – $3,398 | CIC | Yes | No | 28 hrs |
| Rexton Reach (Costco) | $1,500 – $1,600 | RIC, CIC | Yes | Yes | 39 hrs |
| MDHearing NEO XS PRO | $497 – $597 | CIC | Yes | No | 18 hrs |
Phonak
Virto Infinio
$2,498 – $4,398 / pair
Discreet custom in-the-ear fit with current-generation Phonak processing
Oticon
Own
$2,598 – $4,598 / pair
Custom-molded fit with a nearly invisible in-canal option
ReSound
Savi
$1,300 – $3,000 / pair
Auracast and LE Audio streaming on a budget for quieter everyday listening
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 SE Questions
Yes, the Eargo SE 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 Eargo companion app may stop working after that date. Leftover stock may still show up for sale — sometimes below the last typical price of $1,699 — but it comes without long-term support.
The hearing aids themselves won't switch off on that date, but everything around them changes. Customer support and warranty coverage are only guaranteed through September 15, 2026, and the Eargo app — which runs Sound Match self-fitting — may stop working afterward. Before the deadline, finalize your fit in the app and file any warranty claim you might need. After it, a lost or broken aid means replacing it with a different brand.
If you chose the SE for its invisible in-canal style, the closest paths forward are the ReSound Savi ($1,300 – $3,000), which starts nearest the SE's $1,699 price, and the Signia Silk Charge&Go IX ($2,398 – $3,398). The Phonak Virto Infinio ($2,498 – $4,398) and Oticon Own ($2,598 – $4,598) are pricier custom in-ear options. All come from companies with ongoing support.
For most people, no. Remaining stock may sell below the last typical $1,699 price, but any warranty is only guaranteed through September 15, 2026, and the app that handles Sound Match self-fitting may stop working after that. A deep discount only makes sense if you understand you're buying a device with no support, no repairs, and a fitting app on borrowed time.
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