Oticon Intent source record

Published sources describe Oticon Intent as a prescription RIC/BTE family using head-and-body motion sensors to adjust its sound focus. Cited testing reports speech-in-noise results, while the professional-fitting route, four technology tiers, reported battery runtime and limited manual app controls are relevant constraints. Confirm the current model, price, feature set and fitting plan with a qualified provider.

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Recorded use tags: Hearing in noisy places (restaurants, groups) · Mild to severe hearing loss · Streaming and phone calls · People who want future ready Bluetooth (LE Audio/Auracast) · Active users wanting motion aware sound

Reported specs at a glance

Channel
Prescription (pro-fit)
Reported price from
$2,898
Style
RIC (miniRITE R), BTE (miniBTE R)
Power
Rechargeable
Battery life
up to 20h
Bluetooth audio reported
Yes
Released
2024
Form factors
RIC (miniRITE R) and BTE (miniBTE R)
Channel
Prescription (professional fitting required)
Chip / platform
Sirius platform with second-generation Deep Neural Network (DNN 2.0)
Signature feature
4D Sensor technology (head movement, body movement, conversation activity, acoustic environment)
Power
Rechargeable lithium-ion; up to 20 hours on a 2-hour charge
Bluetooth
Bluetooth LE Audio, Auracast-capable; MFi (iPhone) and ASHA (Android) streaming
Frequency range
80 Hz to 10,000 Hz (MoreSound Amplifier 3.0)
Durability
IP68 dust and water resistance
Technology tiers
Four levels (Intent 1 through Intent 4)
Release
Launched 2024

Reported strengths to verify

  • 4D sensors adapt the sound focus to head and body movement, and it measures well for following speech in noise
  • Bluetooth LE Audio with Auracast support, plus direct streaming to iPhone and Android
  • Charges fully in about 2 hours for roughly 20 hours of use, with a quick top-up adding a few more hours
  • Runs on the purpose-built Sirius chip with a second-generation deep neural network for noise handling
  • IP68 rated for dust and water, and sold in both RIC and BTE styles with several color options

Worth checking

  • About 20 hours per charge is decent but trails some competing rechargeables, more so with heavy streaming
  • The Oticon Companion app has fewer manual adjustments than some rival apps
  • Prescription only, so you need a professional fitting and clinic visits with no OTC route
  • Pricing climbs steeply across the four tiers, reaching close to $4,898 per pair at the top level

Common questions

Is the Oticon Intent over-the-counter or prescription?

It is a prescription hearing aid. The Intent is fitted by a hearing care professional and is not sold over the counter.

How long does the Oticon Intent battery last?

It is rechargeable and gives up to about 20 hours of use from a 2-hour full charge, including streaming. A 30-minute top-up adds roughly 8 hours of run time.

Does the Oticon Intent support Bluetooth streaming and Auracast?

Yes. It uses Bluetooth LE Audio and is Auracast-capable, with direct streaming to iPhone (MFi) and compatible Android devices (ASHA).

What makes the Oticon Intent different from earlier Oticon models?

It adds 4D Sensor technology, which reads head and body movement, conversation activity, and the surrounding acoustics to adjust how it focuses sound, and it runs on the new Sirius chip with a second-generation deep neural network.

This record compiles manufacturer and secondary-source specifications (2026-06-16); it is not hands-on testing or independent specification verification. Confirm current details with the manufacturer and seek a qualified hearing assessment. Information only, not medical advice.

Sources for this record

These links support the reported fields and research summary. Retail terms and availability can change after the cited material was published.

  • Prescription channel; miniRITE R and miniBTE R styles; rechargeable; up to 20 hours battery; Bluetooth LE; released early 2024; best for hearing in noise via 4D sensors; Oticon does not publish prices Check at ncoa.org →
  • Prescription; rechargeable lithium-ion; up to 20 hours on a 2-hour full charge, 16 hours on a 1-hour charge, 8 hours on a 30-minute charge, 4 hours on a 15-minute charge; Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast; MFi and ASHA streaming; released February 2024; IP68; Sirius chip; four tech levels priced $2,898 to $4,898 per pair Check at hearingtracker.com →
  • Prescription; rechargeable lithium-ion; up to 20 hours including streaming; full charge in 2 hours; Bluetooth LE Audio with Auracast, MFi and ASHA; IP68; cons include slightly shorter battery life and limited app customization versus competitors Check at soundly.com →
  • Upgraded Oticon Intent adds miniBTE R style (available to US professionals November 2025), Bluetooth LE Audio, Google Fast Pair (first hearing aid worldwide), and Auracast readiness Check at hearingreview.com →
  • 4D Sensor technology (head/body movement, conversation activity, acoustic environment); purpose-built Sirius platform; DNN 2.0 with up to 12 dB noise suppression; MoreSound Amplifier 3.0 frequency range 80 Hz to 10,000 Hz; Bluetooth LE Audio Check at oticon.com →