Signia has the wider range, including the cheapest entry models, instant-fit and earbud-style aids and rechargeable options in most styles. Unitron, the Sonova sister brand of Phonak, keeps a tighter line-up of Moxi, Stride, Insera and Ativo that starts at ₹37,000 per ear at MRP.
Quick answer
Signia has the wider range — the cheapest entry models, instant-fit and earbud-style aids, and rechargeables in most styles. Unitron, Sonova's sister brand to Phonak, offers fewer models but a simple, well-liked app and Phonak-derived technology. At similar tiers prices are comparable, so the decision comes down to the specific models your loss suits.
Key takeaways
- Signia offers a wider range, including the cheapest entry models and instant-fit styles.
- Unitron shares Sonova and Phonak technology and is known for a simple, likeable app.
- Prices are comparable at matched technology tiers.
- Choose by the specific model that fits your audiogram and lifestyle, not the badge.
- Trial both at a similar tier before deciding.
The short answer
Choose Signia for the widest choice of styles and prices, including instant-fit Silk, earbud-style Active and entry models from ₹20,990 MRP. Choose Unitron if you want a focused line-up of rechargeable RIC (Moxi), BTE (Stride), custom (Insera) and entry (Ativo) aids, and it performs well for you in a trial. Unitron's cheapest aid in the June 2026 list is ₹37,000 MRP; at the top, the Moxi S9-R lists at ₹3,23,000 per ear against Signia's ₹4,09,990.
How to read these prices: MRP is the manufacturer's printed price from the 2026 price lists we hold (Signia 17 March 2026; Phonak and Unitron 1 June 2026; ReSound 2026). Prudent typically sells 30% to 50% below MRP depending on the model, so the likely price shown is for one ear unless marked per pair. Your exact quote is confirmed after your free hearing test, and hearing aids are GST-exempt in India. Prices change with each new price list; see the latest on our pricing page.
Signia vs Unitron at a glance
| Signia | Unitron | |
|---|---|---|
| Parent company | WS Audiology | Sonova (which also owns Phonak) |
| Entry price (MRP, per ear) | Prompt: ₹20,990 | Ativo RIC or BTE: ₹37,000 |
| Top price (MRP, per ear) | Pure Charge&Go BCT 7IX: ₹4,09,990 | Moxi S9-R: ₹3,23,000 |
| Rechargeable RIC | Pure Charge&Go IX from ₹77,990 | Moxi V-R from ₹62,000; Moxi S-R from ₹81,000 |
| Power BTE | Intuis 4 from ₹31,990; Motion Charge&Go from ₹59,990 | Stride V-UP from ₹46,000; rechargeable Stride V-PR from ₹60,000 |
| Custom and invisible | Insio from ₹44,990; Silk instant-fit from ₹46,990 | Insera ITC, CIC and IIC from ₹43,000 |
| Earbud-style | Active IX kit: ₹1,59,990 per pair | Not in the list we hold |
Where Signia stands out
- The widest range: from basic Prompt models to premium Pure, Styletto, Motion, Insio, Silk and Active families.
- Lower entry price: Signia's cheapest aids list at ₹20,990, well below Unitron's entry point.
- Rechargeable in most styles, including custom Insio Charge&Go and instant-fit Silk Charge&Go.
- Own Voice Processing, which Signia designed to make the wearer's own voice sound natural.
Where Unitron stands out
- A focused line-up: four families cover RIC, BTE, custom and entry needs, which keeps the choice simple.
- Rechargeable power BTE: Stride V-PR is a rechargeable behind-the-ear aid listed with P 68 and UP 84 receivers, a useful option for more severe loss.
- Two Moxi generations: the newer S-series sits above the V-series at every level (for example Moxi S1-R at ₹81,000 against Moxi V1-R at ₹62,000), so choosing the V-series saves money.
- A sister of Phonak: both brands belong to Sonova and share accessories such as the Roger NeckLoop, which appears in both price lists. See Phonak vs Unitron.
Price comparison, tier by tier
| Tier | Signia (MRP per ear) | Unitron (MRP per ear) |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | Intuis 3 312 RIC: ₹26,990 | Ativo RIC: ₹37,000 |
| Entry rechargeable RIC | Pure Charge&Go 1AX: ₹72,990 | Moxi V1-R: ₹62,000 |
| Mid-range | Pure Charge&Go 2IX: ₹1,07,990 | Moxi S3-R: ₹91,000 |
| Advanced | Pure Charge&Go 5IX: ₹2,49,990 | Moxi S7-R: ₹2,23,000 |
| Premium | Pure Charge&Go 7IX: ₹3,89,990 | Moxi S9-R: ₹3,23,000 |
Which should you choose?
- Tightest budget: Signia, because its entry models cost less.
- Rechargeable RIC on a mid budget: compare Unitron Moxi V1-R (₹62,000) with Signia Pure Charge&Go 1AX (₹72,990).
- Invisible or custom: the entry list prices are close, with Unitron Insera B1 at ₹43,000 and Signia Insio 1NX at ₹44,990.
- An earbud look: only Signia (Active) offers it in these lists.
- Severe loss: both have power BTEs; see power hearing aids compared.
Warranty and service
Signia's list prints a 2-year warranty on lower tiers and 4 years on tiers 5 and 7. The Unitron list we hold does not print warranty terms, so ask for the warranty in writing with your quote. We fit and service both brands. See warranty and after-sales service.
How to decide
Book a free hearing test and try both brands at a similar price. Compare models on the Signia and Unitron comparison pages, or see the full Signia and Unitron price lists.
Sources & further reading
We cross-checked this article against the following authoritative sources. Guidance and figures reflect the most recent public guidance available at the time of last review. Clinical review by the Prudent Hearing clinical team.
- Hearing Aids (National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD, NIH))
- Registered audiologists in India (Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI))
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