Widex Hearing Aids in Fort Lauderdale, FL

About Widex

Widex is a Danish hearing aid manufacturer with a global reputation for producing some of the most natural, high-fidelity sound quality available in hearing technology. Founded in 1956, Widex was a trailblazer in digital hearing aid innovation — one of the first companies to bring fully digital hearing aids to market in 1995.

Today, Widex is part of WS Audiology, one of the world’s largest hearing healthcare companies, but continues to operate as a distinct brand with its own technology philosophy and dedicated research-and-development team.

The core of Widex’s identity is a relentless commitment to the most natural possible listening experience. While many manufacturers focus on aggressive noise suppression and digital processing, Widex takes a different approach — preserving the subtle details, textures, and nuances of real-world sound so that hearing aids feel less like a device and more like an extension of natural hearing.

The Widex Sound Philosophy — PureSound and ZeroDelay Technology

The hallmark of Widex hearing aids is their PureSound with ZeroDelay technology. Most digital hearing aids introduce a small processing delay — typically 5 to 10 milliseconds — as sound passes through the microphone, processor, and speaker. While small, this delay can create a slight echo or “tinny” quality, particularly noticeable when the wearer hears their own voice or environmental sounds like footsteps and appliances.

Widex’s ZeroDelay technology processes sound in under 0.5 milliseconds — essentially instantaneous. The result is a cleaner, more natural sound that many users describe as among the most lifelike they have experienced in a hearing aid.

This is particularly meaningful for:

  • Music lovers — who want to enjoy music with full fidelity and without the artificial processing that affects other brands
  • Musicians — who need to hear both their instrument and the ensemble around them accurately
  • First-time hearing aid users — who may be sensitive to the “processed” sound quality of digital devices
  • Anyone with mild to moderate hearing loss who is considering an open-fit device

Latest Widex Technology — The Allure Platform (2025)

In March 2025, Widex launched its most significant new platform in five years: Widex Allure. Built on an entirely new W1 chip that is four times faster and has four times the memory of its predecessor, Allure represents a major step forward in both sound quality and speech understanding.

Key features of Widex Allure include:

PureSound 2.0 with ZeroDelay

Delivers speech intelligibility in noise improved by 4.3 dB for wearers with mild to moderate hearing loss; processes sound in under 0.5 milliseconds for crystal-clear, distortion-free audio

Speech Enhancer Pro

Uses advanced 52-band spectral analysis to precisely separate speech from background noise; preferred by 92% of wearers in noisy situations in internal testing

Enhanced Sound Classifier

Automatically detects and adapts to 11 different listening environments with seamless real-time transitions

Dynamic Feedback Controller

Redesigned to adapt in real time to the unique shape of your ear canal, significantly reducing annoying whistle and feedback

Hands-Free Bluetooth Connectivity

Direct streaming from smartphones (iOS and Android), with up to 25 hours of battery life (7 hours with streaming)

Widex Allure App

Intuitive smartphone control with an AI Quick Assistant for instant sound recommendations and an AI Sound Assistant for personalized settings in specific situations

Contactless Inductive Charging

Simply place the hearing aids on the charging base

The Allure platform is available in RIC, BTE, and ITE styles across multiple technology levels (440, 330, and 220) to suit different budgets and hearing needs.

The Widex MOMENT SmartRIC

In April 2024, Widex introduced the MOMENT SmartRIC — a groundbreaking departure from conventional RIC design. The SmartRIC features an innovative L-shaped design with a 20-degree curvature at the top that elevates the dual-directional microphones, improving their alignment with the wearer’s focus.

This design improves the signal-to-noise ratio in challenging listening situations and captures speech more naturally. With up to 37 hours of battery life and a portable charging case, SmartRIC is one of the longest-lasting rechargeable hearing aids available.

Widex Tinnitus Management — Zen Therapy

Widex offers a particularly well-regarded approach to tinnitus management through its Zen tinnitus relief program. Rather than using generic white noise or broadband sound, Widex Zen uses fractal tones — harmonic, chime-like sounds that are calming and non-repetitive — to create a relaxing audio background that reduces the brain’s focus on tinnitus.

This is available in multiple styles and can be combined with counseling strategies as part of a complete tinnitus management plan. If you experience both hearing loss and tinnitus, Widex is one of the strongest brand options to consider.

Who is Widex best for?

  • Music lovers and audiophiles who prioritize sound quality above all else
  • Musicians who need accurate, undistorted reproduction of acoustic sound
  • First-time hearing aid users who may be sensitive to the “digital” feel of other devices
  • Anyone with mild to moderate hearing loss who values a natural, open-fit sound experience
  • Patients who experience tinnitus alongside hearing loss

Widex is available for mild to profound hearing loss in a range of styles including RIC, BTE, ITE, and more.

Widex Accessories

Widex offers a range of accessories to extend connectivity and ease of use:

TV Play

Streams audio directly from your television to your hearing aids

COM-DEX

A discreet Bluetooth streamer and remote microphone that connects hearing aids to phones and other devices

RC-DEX

A simple remote control for those who prefer not to use a smartphone app

PHONE-DEX

A dedicated wireless phone amplifier and streamer

Frequently Asked Questions About Widex

Yes. The Widex Allure and MOMENT platforms support direct Bluetooth streaming to both iOS (iOS 13.2 or newer) and Android (Android 11 or later with Bluetooth 5.0) devices.

Yes. The Widex Allure and SmartRIC models offer rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. Allure provides up to 25 hours of battery life with streaming capability; SmartRIC offers up to 37 hours.

Widex offers options for mild through severe hearing loss. Their BTE and larger RIC models can accommodate higher degrees of hearing loss. Patients with profound hearing loss may benefit from other brands’ power options; our team will help determine the right fit.

At A Atlantic Hearing Aid Center, we offer a trial period so you can experience Widex hearing aids in your real-world daily environments before making a final decision. Contact us for details.

Experience what truly natural sound sounds like

Call (954) 563-4226 or contact us online to schedule your Widex consultation in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

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