Updated October 2026 with current dealer and clinic quotes. Prices move with the rupee; confirm before buying.
CIC hearing aid price in Pakistan starts around Rs 35,000 per ear for entry custom models and IIC hearing aid price in Pakistan around Rs 65,000 per ear, with premium custom-invisible aids from Signia, Phonak and Widex reaching Rs 250,000–580,000 per ear. Because both styles need a custom ear impression made for you, the quoted price normally includes the mold and the fitting appointment — confirm that before paying.
CIC (completely-in-canal) and IIC (invisible-in-canal) are the two smallest hearing aid styles sold in Pakistan. Both are made from an impression of your ear canal, which is why they cost more than a ready-wear BTE at the same technology level, and why they cannot be bought "off the shelf" the way marketplace listings imply.
CIC and IIC price table for Pakistan (2026)
Prices are per ear, and custom aids are almost always bought in pairs. Double any figure for two ears.
| Style / tier | Price per ear (PKR) | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Entry CIC (local-assembled or entry Import) | 35,000 – 65,000 | Basic digital processing, 2–8 channels, manual volume |
| Mid CIC (Signia Intuis/Insio class, Rexton) | 65,000 – 145,000 | Better speech-in-noise, 12–24 channels, app control |
| Premium CIC (Signia Insio 7, Phonak Virto) | 145,000 – 380,000 | Top channel counts, binaural coordination, app + accessories |
| Click CIC / instant-fit (Signia Silk class) | 90,000 – 380,000 | Ready-wear sleeves, no mold wait, near-invisible |
| Entry IIC | 65,000 – 120,000 | Deepest fit, mildest losses only |
| Premium IIC (Phonak Virto, Widex custom) | 150,000 – 580,000 | Smallest shell, wireless options in some models |
IIC sits deeper in the canal than CIC, which is why it is genuinely invisible from the outside — but that same depth restricts it to mild and moderate losses and makes it unusable for people with narrow or sharply bent canals.
Why custom styles cost more than a same-tier BTE
Three costs sit on top of the electronics:
- The impression and shell. A silicone impression is taken in-clinic, then the shell is manufactured. A replacement shell alone costs Rs 8,000–15,000 if you lose weight, gain weight, or the fit loosens over the years.
- Less room for hardware. A battery smaller than size 10 on many IIC models, no room for a telecoil, and model limitations on wireless — the engineering goes into miniaturisation, and it is priced that way.
- Fitting skill. Deep-canal fits need verification and a skilled hand. A good dealer includes the fitting; a cheap quote may not.
Who should buy CIC/IIC — and who should not
| Situation | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Mild–moderate loss, cosmetic priority | CIC or IIC, mid tier or above |
| Chronic ear infections, discharge | Any custom style is a bad idea; BTE with earmold |
| Severe or profound loss | CIC/IIC physically cannot house the needed power; choose a power BTE |
| Narrow or sharply curved canal | IIC may not fit at all; CIC or IT C is the fallback |
| Very oily ear canal (heavy wax) | CIC safer than IIC; wax guards become a monthly cost |
| Small child still growing | Never — the canal changes shape yearly; BTE with remoldable earmold |
Alternatives that are also discreet
If invisibility is the goal but a custom shell doesn't suit you:
- Click CIC (Signia Silk class) — ready-wear soft sleeves instead of a made-to-order shell. Fitted the same day, Rs 90,000–380,000 per ear.
- Small RIC models — a thin wire into the ear with a tiny dome; not invisible, but close, and rechargeable versions exist. See digital hearing aid price in Pakistan for the RIC bands.
- Standard CIC at a mid tier costs far less than a premium IIC and is nearly as hidden in most conversations.
How to avoid the copy-cat traps
The market sells three different things under "CIC":
- Genuine custom CIC — brand-boxed, serial-registered, warrantied 12–24 months. What the price table above describes.
- "First copy"/China-copy units — Rs 8,000–35,000, shape roughly like a CIC but a fixed-tuning amplifier in a plastic shell. They can waste months of adaptation and, with the loss untreated, make speech understanding harder to rehabilitate later.
- Marketplace "invisible sound amplifiers" — Rs 2,000–6,000 on Daraz/OLX. Not hearing aids at all; read our honest comparison before spending anything there.
Anything advertised below about Rs 20,000 per ear in Pakistan today is an amplifier, not a programmable hearing aid — state that to any seller and their reaction tells you what they stock.
The ordering process, step by step
So the price you are quoted is not a surprise at pickup:
- PTA hearing test (Rs 500–2,000, sometimes bundled) — establishes that your loss is mild-to-moderate enough for a deep-canal style at all.
- Impression appointment — silicone impression of each canal, 15 minutes, done same day if wax is clear.
- Shell manufacture — typically 3–10 days depending on whether the dealer's lab is local or the order goes to the brand importer.
- Fitting appointment — the aid is programmed to your audiogram, verified, and the removal handle length is adjusted.
- Follow-up at 2 weeks — small gain adjustments are normal. Confirm whether reprogramming sessions are included before you pay; good dealers include 3–6 sessions for the first year.
That full cycle is what separates a Rs 60,000 fitted CIC from a Rs 35,000 "CIC" handed over in a plastic case the same afternoon. The unit inside the box may look identical; the outcome will not. Read what a hearing test involves before the first appointment and our complete buying guide for the full checklist.
Care routine specific to deep-canal aids
CIC and IIC sit where your body produces wax, so maintenance is heavier than for BTE:
| Care job | Frequency | Cost if skipped |
|---|---|---|
| Wax guard change | Every 1–2 months | Blocked sound, mid-fit service visit |
| Shell wipe-down nightly | Daily (dry cloth) | Wax baked onto the faceplate, or shell damage |
| Dry box / dehumidifier overnight | Every night in coastal cities, 2-3 times a week elsewhere | Moisture failure, Rs 5,000-15,000 repair |
| Professional deep-clean | Every 6 months at your dealer | Feedback whistles, muffled sound |
| Re-shell (canal shape changes) | Every 2-3 years or after weight change | Loose fit, feedback, device falls out |
Wax guards run Rs 300–800 per set of 6-8; a dry box is Rs 1,500–4,000 once. Budget for these in year one — see the full accessories cost breakdown and our battery price guide for the running-cost math.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest genuine CIC hearing aid in Pakistan?
Rs 35,000–65,000 per ear at the entry tier from a real dealer, including the impression and fitting. Anything under Rs 20,000 sold as a "CIC" is a fixed-tuning amplifier in an ear-shaped shell, not a programmable aid.
Is IIC worth the extra money over CIC?
Only if the depth matters for your work or comfort. IIC costs roughly Rs 30,000–200,000 more than an equivalent CIC, fits even less electronics, and suits only mild to moderate loss. Most buyers get the same social result from a well-made CIC.
Do CIC and IIC hearing aids come with warranty in Pakistan?
Genuine units from a dealer carry 12–24 months manufacturer warranty covering repair, not loss. Custom shells themselves are not replaced free if your ear shape changes — budget Rs 8,000–15,000 for a re-shell later.
Can I get CIC hearing aids on Daraz or OLX safely?
No. Custom aids need an ear impression and audiogram-based programming; a marketplace unit is a one-size amplifier. The listing price looks cheap until the first repair, when there is no serial number and no service path.
How long does the CIC/IIC battery last?
Size 10 yellow batteries run 3–5 days of daily wear, Rs 350–650 per 6-pack, which works out to roughly Rs 350–700 per month per aid. Some premium custom models take a size 312 (5–7 days). Compare that running cost with rechargeable options before choosing.
Can severe hearing loss use IIC?
No. The deep-canal shell cannot physically fit the receivers and venting a severe-to-profound loss needs. Power BTE aids are the correct choice — see severe-loss power aids in Pakistan.
Ready to compare real quotes? Message us on WhatsApp with your audiogram photo and we will confirm current stock and prices, or browse the full hearing aid price guide for Pakistan and the catalog at samaat.pk.
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