Start the test
This hearing test includes a listening section followed by 3 easy questions. It takes approximately 3 minutes to complete.
Ensure you are in a quiet place with no distractions.
Set the volume to 50% on your device.
Use any headphones. Please turn noise cancellation off if this is available to you.
How do I set the volume?
Use the volume buttons on the side of your iPhone to adjust the volume. Adjust until the volume indicator is in the middle.
Tablet
Click the speakers icon in the bottom-right corner of the desktop or notification area, then drag the slider to the middle.
Apple Mac
Use the F11 and F12 keys on your keyboard to adjust the volume. Adjust until the volume indicator is in the middle.
Smartphone
Windows PC
Use the volume buttons on the side of your tablet to adjust the volume. Adjust until the volume indicator is in the middle.
Apple iPad
Samsung Galaxy Tab
Apple iPhone
Samsung Galaxy
Can you hear the sound?
No
Yes
Frequency is the number of times a sound wave repeats itself per unit of time. We measure this in Hertz (Hz). These sound waves can be long and gradual or short and steep, resulting in lower-frequency sounds or higher-frequency sound respectively. A rumble of thunder is an example of a low frequency sound and a whistle is an example of a high frequency sound.
Low frequency
High frequency
Click to play
show 50dB
show 40dB
+3
Show 20dB
show 60 dB
+5
+2
Show 10dB
+1
+0
show 70 dB
+6
Continue
Let’s see how you find a medium frequency sound.
40 dB
30 dB
50 dB
70 dB
60 dB
20 dB
10 dB
10dB
Let’s see how you find a high frequency sound.
You are almost done! Now we just have 3 easy questions.
I tend to withdraw from social situations because it is difficult to follow conversations.
How strongly do you agree with the following statements?
Agree
Slightly agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Slightly disagree
Disagree
Next
FOR TESTING: Agree: +7 Slightly agree: +5.25 Neither: +3.5 Slightly disagree: +1.75 Disagree: +0
I find it difficult to hear speech in noisy places such as restaurants and at parties.
It is important for me to improve my hearing.
The test indicates that you have good hearing
Your answers suggest that you can cope with everyday listening situations. You can hear quiet sounds in high, medium, and low frequencies.
It is a very good result! However, it's important to remember that this is just an indication. No online test can replace a real hearing test. The only way to be sure is to get your hearing checked by a hearing care professional or audiologist.
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Online hearing tests can give you a quick indication of whether you need a full hearing test, but they don't replace one.
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The test indicates that you have some hearing difficulties
Your answers suggest you have some challenges with everyday listening situations. This may make it difficult for you to take part in conversations.
Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Hearing difficulties are common.
The test indicates that you have hearing difficulties
You may be struggling to cope with common listening situations or finding it difficult to take part in everyday conversations.
