HeardThat: What It Does and What You Need
Uses software to separate speech from background noise and sends it to your headphones or hearing aids.
At a glance
| Maker | Singular Hearing |
|---|---|
| Group | Hear speech better |
| Works on | iPhone, Android |
| Cost | No-cost tier and paid plans. The App Store says it is free to try for 30 days. After that you get 30 minutes a week at no cost, or you subscribe for unlimited use. The App Store lists $9.99 a month and $99.99 a year. |
| Good for | People who want to try speech-in-noise software with the headphones they own. |
What it does
- Separates speech from background noise with AI.
- Sends the cleaned speech to your earbuds, headphones or hearing aids.
- Saves sessions you can download.
- Lets you adjust sound with a frequency equalizer.
- Lets you set a starting equalizer from a picture of an audiogram.
What you need
- An iPhone with iOS 15 or later, or an Android phone.
- Earbuds, headphones or hearing aids that play audio from your phone.
Good to know
- The App Store says it works with most listening devices that can take a hands-free phone call.
- A recent update notes less delay with Bluetooth earbuds on iOS 26.2 or later.
- Prices come from the App Store listing on the checked date. They can change.
This guide is general information. It does not diagnose hearing loss and it does not replace a hearing evaluation. An app cannot tell you why you hear less. An audiologist can.
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Questions to bring to your visit
Write these on your phone or print this page. Bring them to your hearing evaluation.
- Does my hearing loss make noise harder than quiet?
- Can my hearing aid programs do the same job as this app?
- Which earbuds or headphones should I pair with this app?
Sources
We read these pages on November 10, 2026. Prices and phone requirements change, so check the listing before you install.
Need help with this app?
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