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Digital Hearing Aids Market Size By Technology (Digital and Conventional), By Type of Hearing Loss (Conductive, Sensorineural and Others), By Distribution Channel (E-Commerce, Retail Stores and Others), Regions, Segmentation, and Projection till 2030

CAGR: 7.4%Current Market Size: USD 7.4 BillionFastest Growing Region: APAC

Largest Market: EuropeProjection Time: 2023-2030Base Year: 2022

Global Digital Hearing Aids Market- Market Overview:

The Global Digital Hearing Aids market is expected to grow from USD 7.4 billion in 2022 to USD 13.09 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.4% during the Projection period 2023-2030. The growth of this market is mainly driven owing to the rising demand for digital hearing aids among the geriatric population.

The most common type of hearing aid is a digital hearing aid. It has all the features of analogue programmable aids, but it converts sound waves into digital signals and dupes them exactly. The aids' processors can differentiate and recognize environmental sounds and speech. These hearing aids are comparatively superior to analogues as they increase and amplify speech sounds by making them more accessible, in spite of amplifying all sounds. These hearing aids are very useful for patients who have been suffering from auditory nerve damage or hearing loss. The ubiquitousness of hearing loss among people is boosting the adoption of these Hearing Aids. Especially, hearing loss is vitally seen among old people. Hence, these products are widely used and recommended by most healthcare providers. Technological advancements in the hearing aid products such as wireless products that can be directly and easily connected to smartphones are assumed to boost the market positively. Moreover, the number for cochlear implants' demand is also increasing most prominently among small kids. Mostly many healthcare service providers used to suggest early implantation of cochlear implants for restoration of hearing difficulties. This factor is boosting the market growth. The general healthcare service associations of local governments and Hearing service offices in both developed and developing economies are highlighting and stressing the provision of hearing aids and early screening of deaf people.

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Market Dynamics:

Drivers:                          

  • Technological advancements in hearing aids

Tremendous advancements have been seen in the field of hearing aids for a few years. The incorporation of the emergence of digital platforms in the mini device and smart technologies has helped patients overcome multiple difficulties by improving their hearing experience. Digital hearing aids are newly introduced to the market. Different features such as bluetooth connectivity, smartphone compatibility, artificial intelligence (AI), high sound processing, the latest tinnitus masking and rechargeable batteries have grasped the hearing device’s perspective to no bounds.

Restraints:                                             

  • Patients’ ignorance of undergoing hearing tests is hampering the market growth

Many people usually find it hard to accept their hearing impairment and thereby never undergo any test. Moreover, many people normally hesitate to use them, due to the social stigma attributed to such products. Such considerations would definitely add to the reduction of the number of tests that are to be conducted in hospitals thereby restraining the adoption of the device. This key factor will definitely hamper the market growth during the Projection period.

Opportunities:

  • Emerging markets are offering profitable opportunities

One of the key factors offered by the prominent healthcare facilities i.e., the competitive surgical procedure costs (including mainly the ENT procedures that involve cochlear implantation) is driving the sector of medical tourism in developing countries. In addition to that, the substantial growth of the medical tourism sector doubled the increasing healthcare expenditure and the improvement of the healthcare infrastructure, which is expected mostly of doubling the demand for these hearing aids across emerging and developing markets.

Challenges:

  • Lack of properly trained professionals

Many countries around the globe are facing a bit of a scarcity of trained professionals who can operate and perform ENT procedures. Underdeveloped regions and countries are mostly facing such difficulties in a wide range. The shortage of ENT professionals in such countries is targeted to limit the number of ENT procedures performed during the Projection period, that includes the procedures like cochlear implantation, carried out every year, in spite of the presence of a large target-based population.  This can be a major challenge hindering the growth of the market.

Segmentation Analysis:

The global digital hearing aids market has been segmented based on technology, type of hearing loss, end-user, and region.

By Technology

The technology segment includes digital and conventional. The digital segment led the largest share of the digital hearing aids market with a market share of around 69.5% in 2022. There are several advantages associated with digital hearing aids, including improved sound quality as a result of selective amplification of sound, reduced feedback as with conventional hearing aids, comfortable listening experience, and automatic volume adjustment that does not require manual intervention. All these factors are responsible for the largest share of digital technology over the Projectioned period, which is propelling the growth of the market.

By Type of Hearing Loss

The type of hearing loss segment includes conductive, sensorineural and others. The sensorineural segment led the largest share of the digital hearing aids market with a market share of around 45.2% in 2022. As the sensorineural hearing loss population increases, so will the ageing patient pool. Digital hearing aids can help the ageing patient pool overcome mild-to-moderate SNHS for both ears with digital hearing aids, while individuals with severe hearing loss can opt for hearing implants such as the cochlear implant, which can be used in conjunction with hearing aids.

By Distribution Channel

The distribution channel segment includes e-commerce, retail stores and others. The retail store segment led the largest share of the digital hearing aids market with a market share of around 49% in 2022. Retail revenue share dominates the market with a large share. Retail revenue share is expected to grow at the fastest rate over the Projection period. The implementation of over-the-counter hearing aids plays a pivotal role in retail sales. A growing number of retail stores, the entry of manufacturing companies into retail sales, and high sales margins are contributing to retail sales growth. As a result of this segmentation, there are more growth opportunities for the market since company-owned retail stores and independent retail stores are competing for these products.

Global Digital Hearing Aids Market- Sales Analysis.

The sale of digital hearing aids expanded at a CAGR of 6.9% from 2016 to 2022.

Sales and revenues in this sector have increased exponentially since the beginning of the decade owing to rapidly rising demands, increases in industrialization, consumer awareness, and technical advancements.

Approximately 5% of the world's population will have disabling hearing loss by 2028, according to World Health Organization data, and an estimated 900 million people will have disabling hearing loss by 2050, one in ten of us. Due to the increasing prevalence of hearing disorders and hearing loss problems among the population, a large number of hearing devices have been sold.

In the digital hearing aids market, companies are mainly focused on product development and research and development, which is adding more value to the sales of the market and results in the overall growth of the market.

Thus, owing to the aforementioned factors, the global digital hearing aids market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.4% during the Projection period from 2023 to 2030.

By Regional Analysis:

The regions analyzed for the digital hearing aids market include North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. The European region dominated the digital hearing aids market and held a 39.5% share of the market revenue in 2022.

  • The European region witnessed a major share. Growing R&D activities and the technological advancements by the market participants are anticipating the markets’ growth rate further. Rising healthcare expenditures, disposable income, rising geriatric population are some of the key factors which are propelling the growth of the market in the region. The most affected population is the elderly, as one-third of the geriatric population will probably experience increased hearing loss from natural, progressive factors or noise exposure. This will significantly increase the demand for hearing aids in France.
  • Asia Pacific is expected to experience substantial growth during the Projection period. The geriatric population in this region is contributing to the substantial growth of the digital hearing aid market. hearing loss is causing many other major diseases like diabetes, blood pressure and many other chronic diseases. Hence, these factors are influencing the demand for these hearing aids and the region expects immense growth during the Projection period.

Global Digital Hearing Aids Market- Country Analysis:

  • Germany

Germany's digital hearing aids market size was valued at USD 0.89 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 1.6 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.8% from 2023 to 2030.

Hearing-related issues in the country are becoming a matter of concern, which results in the increased demand for hearing aids in the country. In order to promote the adoption of hearing aids and the increase in cases of hearing loss, the German government provides subsidies to its citizens to purchase hearing aid devices.

  • China

China’s digital hearing aids market size was valued at USD 0.57 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 1.02 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.6% from 2023 to 2030.

The increasing incidence of hearing loss across the world is expected to heighten the overall demand for the market over the Projection period, while the increase in the elderly population and advancements in technology are also expected to contribute to the market's growth in the country. A number of factors such as advancements in medical technology and demand for more innovative hearing aids are expected to provide new opportunities for the Asia-Pacific hearing aid market.

  • India

India's digital hearing aids market size was valued at USD 0.44 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 0.78 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.5% from 2023 to 2030.

Around 63 million Indians are suffering from Significant Auditory Impairment, and hearing loss accounts for 6.3% of the population, leading to an increased demand for digital hearing aids in the country. Hearing aid products with a high level of functionality and affordability are expected to boost the market during the Projection period

Key Industry Players Analysis:  

To increase their market position in the global digital hearing aids business, top companies focus on tactics such as adopting new technology, mergers & acquisitions, product developments, collaborations, partnerships, joint ventures, etc.

  • Abbott
  • Amplifon
  • SeboTek Hearing Systems, LLC.
  • Microson
  • Starkey
  • WIDEX A/S
  • MED-EL Medical Electronics
  • Audina Hearing Instruments, Inc.
  • Demant A/S
  • Cochlear Ltd.
  • Arphi Electronics Private Limited
  • Sonova
  • Horentek

Latest Development:

  • In October 2021, Audibel launched ‘Arc-AI’, an advanced AI-based hearing aid. The artificial intelligence algorithm is capable of adjusting the volume of the hearing aid to a user-friendly environment, and users can choose from different styles, including behind-the-ear styles and completely-in-canal.
  • In May 2022, Bose Corporation launched the Sound Control Hearing Aids, which is approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration and is a direct-to-consumer hearing aid specially developed for adults, attributed with hearing loss of mild to moderate range.

Report Metrics

Report Attribute 

Details

Study Period

2022-2030

Base year

2022

CAGR (%)

7.4%

Market Size

7.4 billion in 2022

Projection period

2023-2030

Projection unit

Value (USD)

Segments covered

By Technology, By Type of Hearing Loss, By Distribution Channel, and By Region.

Report Scope

Revenue Projection, competitive landscape, company ranking, growth factors, and trends

Companies covered

Abbott, Amplifon, SeboTek Hearing Systems, LLC., Microson, Starkey, WIDEX A/S, MED-EL Medical Electronics, Audina Hearing Instruments, Inc., Demant A/S, Cochlear Ltd.,Arphi Electronics Private Limited, Sonova,  and Horentek.

By Technology

  • Digital
  • Conventional         

By Type of Hearing Loss

  • Conductive
  • Sensorineural
  • Others

By Distribution Channel

  • E-Commerce
  • Retail Stores  
  • Others              

Regional scope

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia-Pacific
  • South America
  • Middle East and Africa

Scope of the Report

Global Data Centre Virtualization Market by Technology:

  • Digital
  • Conventional

Global Data Centre Virtualization Market by Type of Hearing Loss:

  • Conductive
  • Sensorineural
  • Others

Global Data Centre Virtualization Market by End-User:

  • E-Commerce
  • Retail Stores
  • Others

Global Data Centre Virtualization Market by Region:

  • North America
    • USA
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • France
    • UK
    • Italy
    • Spain
    • Russia
  • Asia-Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
    • Korea
    • Southeast Asia
  • South America
    • Brazil
    • Peru
  • Middle East and Africa
    • UAE
    • South Africa
    • Saudi Arabia

Frequently Asked Questions

What will be the expected market size of the digital hearing aids market in 2030?

Global digital hearing aids market is expected to reach USD 13.09 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.4% from 2023 to 2030.

What are the driving factors of the digital hearing aids market?

Emerging markets are offering profitable opportunities, the rising geriatric population and technological developments in hearing aids will propel the market's growth.

Which region will witness more growth in the digital hearing aids market?

European region will witness more digital hearing aids market growth.

Which are the leading market players active in the digital hearing aids market?

Abbott, Amplifon, SeboTek Hearing Systems, LLC., Microson, Starkey, WIDEX A/S, MED-EL Medical Electronics, Audina Hearing Instruments, Inc., Demant A/S, Cochlear Ltd., Microson, Arphi Electronics Private Limited, Sonova, Horentek, SeboTek Hearing Systems, LLC., among others.