Have you been tested by a real audiologist? It's a confusing field because people who fit and sell hearing aids vary in educational backgrounds. An audiologist with AuD behind their name has a doctorate level degree in the field. Others have different initials and may only have served an apprenticeship somewhere. They are 'hearing instrument specialists' HIS. They don't have to have a degree to become licensed if they can pass the state's licensure exam in most states.

Please be sure to get tested by a provider who is an AuD. Once you learn your level of hearing loss and get a copy of your audiogram, you can 'shop' for a hearing aid elsewhere if that is your choice.

Also be sure when you test a hearing aid, regardless of where you buy it or what brand it is, that you have a trial period of at least 30 days to try it in as many situations as possible. Return it if you are not satisfied. Do understand, though, that that trial period may vary and it will be enforced. If you return it after the date agreed upon they do not have to take it back.

Hearing is complex. Proper fitting of a hearing aid is very important. But you are the judge of how much it is helping you in the real world. Good luck!