Take our free online hearing test to see if you have hearing loss
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How does the free online hearing test work?
Our free online hearing test, considered by many as the best online hearing test, is a hearing screener that helps identify potential hearing loss. This hearing assessment isn't a replacement for seeing a hearing care professional in person, but it offers a good place to start. It only takes 5 minutes.
Complete the test in 3 simple steps
Set up
You'll need headphones or earphones and a quiet room during the test.
Take your test
Find a quiet room, free of interruptions. Answer a brief questionnaire, put your headphones on, and follow the instructions to calibrate the volume. Listen to the tones and tell us when you hear them.
Get results
Receive instant feedback on your hearing, with recommendations for a hearing solution if needed.
How do I know if I have hearing loss?
Our simple-to-follow online hearing test helps identify hearing loss and gives personalized recommendations for next steps. Get accurate results without leaving home by using the best free online hearing test available.
Signs of hearing loss
- Difficulty hearing people, especially in noisy areas with background noise.
- Asking others to repeat what they said.
- Listening to music or watching TV at a higher volume than others.
- Having trouble hearing on the phone.
- Finding it hard to follow conversations.
Frequently asked questions
Why should I take an online hearing test?
An online hearing test can help with early detection of hearing loss, allowing for timely intervention with a hearing care professional. The sooner you check your hearing, the more hearing solutions are available to you.
Are online hearing tests accurate?
Online hearing tests can help detect potential hearing loss and act as a first step to identifying it, but they aren't as accurate as a professional hearing test. Think of it as a hearing screening, a helpful starting point before scheduling an audiogram with an audiologist.
How can I check my hearing at home?
An online hearing test is a fast and convenient way to screen your hearing from home. You just need a web browser, headphones or earphones, and a quiet space. It isn't a replacement for seeing a hearing care professional in person, but it offers a good place to start. Our hearing screener works on any device with a browser, so you can check your hearing wherever you are.
Do I need to be connected to the internet to take the test?
Yes. Our online hearing test runs directly in your web browser, so you need an internet connection. No downloads needed. It isn't available offline, so make sure you have a stable connection before you begin.
What is the first sign of hearing loss?
The first sign is often difficulty hearing conversations, especially when there's background noise. You might notice it in a crowded restaurant, at a live concert, or while gaming with others. Settings where background noise competes with speech are often where hearing loss first becomes noticeable.
I think I'm experiencing hearing loss. What should I do?
Start by taking our free online hearing test, then schedule a professional hearing test with an audiologist or healthcare professional to get an accurate diagnosis, including a full audiogram. A hearing care professional can recommend the right hearing solution for you, which may include hearing aids.
Why am I losing my hearing?
Hearing loss has many causes. Prolonged exposure to loud sounds is one of the most common. This includes concerts, music at high volume through headphones, and long stretches watching movies or playing games with loud audio. Other causes include aging, certain medications, ear infections, and tinnitus, a ringing or buzzing in the ears that often comes with hearing damage. Protecting your hearing now is the best way to prevent further loss.