Oticon Zeal

Award Type
Finalist
Award Year
2026
Design Company

Designed to be discreet.

Oticon Zeal rethinks the modern in-the-ear hearing aid as a discreet, easy-to-use device that combines advanced technology with a compact, moisture-resistant design. Its new encapsulation technology, also used in devices such as pacemakers, enables Oticon Zeal to combine connectivity, rechargeability, second-generation AI sound processing, and the ability to be fitted and ready to use on the same day.

Tested on more than 1,500 ears, the shape is designed for comfort, secure placement, and discretion. A skin-coupling antenna supports a stable wireless connection while making the hearing aid easy to insert and remove.

For many people with treatable hearing loss, the biggest barrier to getting help is not the technology itself, but concerns about stigma, visibility, and convenience. Oticon Zeal addresses these barriers by combining a discreet, comfortable design with easy everyday use and advanced functionality. Unlike custom in-the-ear solutions, it can be fitted and used the same day, shortening the path from decision to use and making it easier for more people to take the first step toward better hearing.

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