Pros: Discreet, great sound, no glasses or mask interference, least amount of wind interference.
Cons: Requires batteries, not for tiny ears, and lacks Bluetooth connectivity.
CIC - Completely in canal
Pros: Discreet, great sound, no glasses or mask interference, minimal wind interference.
Cons: Requires batteries, and limited connectivity.
ITC - In the canal
Pros: Smallest style with full Bluetooth connectivity, rechargeable options, and directional microphones.
Cons: Slightly visible.
ITE - In the ear
Pros: Easy to handle, no glasses or mask interference.
Cons: Long battery life, power models available.
RIC - Receiver in canal
Pros: Open fitting options, discreet, full Bluetooth connectivity, rechargeable options, power options available.
Cons: Glasses and mask interference can occur.
BTE - Behind the ear
Pros: Open fitting options, easy to handle, easy to clean, power models available, rechargeable options.
Cons: Glasses and mask interference can occur.
Shooters protection with amplification:
Available in custom ITE models. Rechargeable options. Increases soft environment sounds so hunters can hear birds flush and twigs snap. Impulse noise suppression activates when shooting occurs to protect the ear.