Boots Hearingcare
About Boots Hearingcare
Boots Hearingcare operates from around 500 locations inside Boots pharmacies across the UK, offering hearing tests and private hearing aids through a partnership with Sonova, one of the world's leading hearing technology companies. Their high-street presence and trusted brand make hearing care accessible to millions.
Boots Hearingcare traces its roots to David Ormerod Hearing Centres, founded in 1961 as one of the UK's earliest private hearing care providers. The company grew steadily, establishing a reputation for professional audiological care before entering into a partnership with Boots, the UK's largest pharmacy chain, to operate hearing centres within Boots stores.
The modern Boots Hearingcare operation is a strategic partnership between Boots UK and Sonova Holding AG, the Swiss hearing technology giant that owns the Phonak and Unitron hearing aid brands. This partnership gives Boots Hearingcare access to some of the most advanced hearing aid technology in the world, while Sonova benefits from Boots' unrivalled high-street presence and consumer trust.
Today, Boots Hearingcare operates from approximately 500 locations across the UK, offering free hearing health checks and a range of premium hearing aids. Select flagship stores feature 'World of Hearing' consultation rooms with immersive sound demonstrations. The service is private-only and does not provide NHS hearing aids, positioning itself as a premium alternative in the UK hearing care market.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1961
- UK Locations
- 500
- Price Range
- £799–£3,500+ per pair
- NHS Hearing Tests
- No
- Services Offered
- 8
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Boots Services & Pricing
A full breakdown of hearing care services available at Boots Hearingcare, including prices, duration, and NHS coverage information.
| Service | Description | Price | Duration | NHS Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free Hearing Health Check | A quick screening to identify potential hearing difficulties. Takes around 15 minutes and provides an indication of whether a full hearing assessment is recommended. Available at all Boots Hearingcare locations. | Free | 15 minutes | |
| Full Hearing Assessment | A comprehensive diagnostic hearing evaluation conducted by a qualified audiologist. Includes otoscopy, pure tone audiometry, speech audiometry, and tympanometry. Detailed results are discussed with personalised recommendations. | Free | 60 minutes | |
| Private Hearing Aids | A curated range of hearing aids from Phonak and other leading manufacturers, available in behind-the-ear, receiver-in-canal, and custom in-ear styles. Includes fitting, programming, and a 60-day trial period. | £799–£3,500+ per pair | 60 minutes (fitting) | |
| Ear Wax Removal | Professional ear wax removal using microsuction, performed by a trained hearing care professional. Recommended before a hearing assessment if wax build-up is suspected or detected during otoscopy. | £60 per ear | 30 minutes | |
| Tinnitus Support | Assessment and management advice for tinnitus sufferers, including identification of triggers, sound therapy options, and hearing aid solutions with built-in tinnitus masking features. | Included with hearing assessment | 45 minutes |
Free Hearing Health Check
A quick screening to identify potential hearing difficulties. Takes around 15 minutes and provides an indication of whether a full hearing assessment is recommended. Available at all Boots Hearingcare locations.
Full Hearing Assessment
A comprehensive diagnostic hearing evaluation conducted by a qualified audiologist. Includes otoscopy, pure tone audiometry, speech audiometry, and tympanometry. Detailed results are discussed with personalised recommendations.
Private Hearing Aids
A curated range of hearing aids from Phonak and other leading manufacturers, available in behind-the-ear, receiver-in-canal, and custom in-ear styles. Includes fitting, programming, and a 60-day trial period.
Ear Wax Removal
Professional ear wax removal using microsuction, performed by a trained hearing care professional. Recommended before a hearing assessment if wax build-up is suspected or detected during otoscopy.
Tinnitus Support
Assessment and management advice for tinnitus sufferers, including identification of triggers, sound therapy options, and hearing aid solutions with built-in tinnitus masking features.
How to Book a Hearing Test at Boots
Follow these simple steps to book your next hearing test with Boots Hearingcare.
Book a free hearing health check online at bootshearingcare.com or by calling the helpline
Visit your local Boots store for a screening or full diagnostic assessment
Discuss your results with a qualified audiologist and explore hearing aid options
Try your chosen hearing aids with a 60-day money-back guarantee
Return for follow-up appointments and ongoing aftercare at no extra cost
Boots Pros & Cons
An honest look at the advantages and disadvantages of choosing Boots Hearingcare for your hearing care.
Advantages
- Access to premium Phonak hearing aid technology through Sonova partnership
- Trusted Boots brand with convenient high-street pharmacy locations
- Boots Advantage Card points on hearing aid purchases
- 60-day trial period with money-back guarantee
Considerations
- No NHS hearing aids available — private only
- Higher starting prices than some competitors
- Limited to Sonova-partnered brands for hearing aids
Why Choose Boots?
Partnership with Sonova for access to Phonak hearing aid technology
Free hearing health checks at all locations
Trusted Boots pharmacy brand with nationwide presence
World of Hearing immersive consultation rooms at select stores
Advantage Card points earned on purchases
60-day money-back guarantee on hearing aids
Frequently Asked Questions About Boots
Common questions about hearing tests, services, and booking at Boots Hearingcare.
Is the Boots hearing test free?
Yes, Boots Hearingcare offers a free hearing health check at all locations. A full diagnostic hearing assessment is also available free of charge with no obligation to purchase.
Does Boots Hearingcare offer NHS hearing aids?
No, Boots Hearingcare is a private hearing care provider and does not supply NHS hearing aids. All hearing aids are purchased privately.
What hearing aid brands does Boots offer?
Boots Hearingcare primarily offers hearing aids from Phonak, one of the world's leading hearing aid manufacturers. Phonak is owned by Sonova, Boots Hearingcare's technology partner.
Can I use my Boots Advantage Card?
Yes, you can earn Boots Advantage Card points on hearing aid purchases, helping you save on future Boots purchases.
What is the Boots Hearingcare trial period?
Boots Hearingcare offers a 60-day trial on all hearing aids. If you are not satisfied with your hearing aids during this period, you can return them for a full refund.
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