Oticon announced the U.S. introduction of Oticon Zeal™, a compact, rechargeable hearing aid designed to combine a discreet form factor with modern connectivity and sound processing features.
According to the company, Oticon Zeal establishes a new in-the-ear style category intended to meet user demand for discreet hearing aids while maintaining advanced performance features. Oticon said the device offers personalized audio streaming, rechargeability, and AI-driven sound processing in a compact design.
“Oticon Zeal proves that patients don’t have to sacrifice the benefits of advanced BrainHearing™ technology and second-generation AI sound processing in order to be discreet. Oticon Zeal delivers the asked-for combination of discreetness and audiological excellence in a durable, reliable solution that offers modern connectivity and rechargeability. Users enjoy superior speech clarity in noisy environments, easy connectivity, and always-on premium AI-driven performance. Flexible fitting options empower hearing care professionals to deliver benefits to their patients in a way that best meets their needs.”
–Virginia Ramachandran, AuD, PhD, VP of Audiology for Oticon, Inc.
Innovation from the Inside Out
Oticon Zeal is built on Oticon BrainHearing technology and uses always-on second-generation AI sound processing. The company reports that the AI sound processing technology delivers up to 12 dB noise suppression and AI-driven speech clarity enhancements up to 6 dB.
Compact, Durable Design
Oticon Zeal uses encapsulation technology designed to enclose the hearing aid body and create a compact, resilient structure. Oticon stated that this approach is intended to improve durability while maintaining a space-optimized form factor.
Connectivity and Streaming
Oticon Zeal supports hands-free calls and direct audio streaming on select devices and is designed to integrate with major mobile platforms. Oticon collaborates with Apple and Google to support compatibility and connectivity.
- Oticon Zeal is enabled for Google’s Fast Pair for Android™ devices, allowing automatic recognition across devices logged into the same Google account.
- Oticon Zeal includes Auracast™ technology to support broadcast audio in public venues.
- The Oticon Companion app provides user control and personalization features.
Rechargeability and Battery Performance
The rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to 20 hours of battery life, with a portable SmartCharger offering up to three additional full charges. Oticon reported that 15 minutes of charging provides up to 4 hours of use, and 30 minutes provides up to 8 hours of use.
Oticon stated that Zeal complements its existing portfolio, including Oticon Intent™, and is intended to provide hearing care professionals with additional fitting options.
More information about Oticon Zeal and the Oticon portfolio is available at oticon.com.
Watch: Oticon Zeal Discussion from EUHA Conference
For additional context, check out Andrew Bellavia’s conversation with Demant’s Anja Nagel L’Harraki, Senior Vice President, Global Marketing, Hearing Aids Wholesale, and Ole Asboe Jørgensen, President, Hearing Instrument Group, about the new Zeal hearing aid platform:
References:
1 Vatti et al. (2025). Oticon Zeal evidence. Oticon Research Brief.
2 Available on select devices. For more information, visit oticon.com/support/compatibility-guide.
3 Expected use time for rechargeable battery depends on use pattern, active feature set, hearing loss, sound environment, battery age, and use of wireless accessories.
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