Pros: Discreet, great sound, no glasses or mask interference, least wind inteference
Cons: Requires batteries, not for tiny ears, lacks Bluetooth connectivity
CIC - Completely in canal
Pros: Discreet, great sound, no glasses or mask interference, minimal wind inteference
Cons: Requires batteries, 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.