Receiver-in-canal, plus BTE
Mainly a discreet receiver-in-canal (RIC) shape — miniRITE R rechargeable, miniRITE T with a telecoil, and the size-312 miniRITE — with behind-the-ear (BTE) options when a stronger, easier-to-handle fitting is needed.
Oticon · Opn S · older model
Oticon Opn S hearing aid
The Oticon Opn S is a 2019-generation receiver-in-canal hearing aid built on Oticon's open, 360-degree BrainHearing sound, and best known for OpenSound Optimizer — feedback control that stops whistling before it starts. It suits people with mild-to-severe hearing loss who want a natural, open listening experience rather than being narrowed to one voice. It is now an older, largely superseded model, so call us for current availability and we will point you to the right present-day Oticon if that makes more sense for you.
Written & clinically reviewed by the Prudent Hearing clinical teamRCI-registered audiologists (MASLP / BASLP)Last updated 5 September 2026
What the Oticon Opn S is
The Opn S launched in 2019 as the refresh of Oticon's original Opn, on the Velox S platform. Here are the honest, category-level facts — we have kept exact channel counts and numbers off the page because those belong in your fitting, not a spec race.
Mild to severe
With the right receiver or power behind-the-ear, the Opn S covers mild through to severe sensorineural loss. It is not a super-power device for profound loss — that is the job of the Oticon Xceed.
Rechargeable or battery
The miniRITE R uses a built-in lithium-ion battery for a full day on one charge, including streaming. Other styles run on size 312 disposable cells (RIC) or size 13 (BTE), so you can pick what suits your dexterity and routine.
iPhone streaming and app
2.4 GHz Bluetooth streams calls and media directly from a compatible iPhone. The ConnectClip accessory adds hands-free calls and a remote microphone for other phones, a TV Adapter streams your television, and the Oticon ON app gives you control.
OpenSound Optimizer
The headline upgrade over the first Opn. It detects and prevents feedback — that thin whistling sound — before it builds, so the fitting can stay more open and comfortable while keeping speech clear. This is what genuinely set the Opn S apart in its era.
OpenSound Navigator, not a DNN
The Opn S scans the full 360-degree scene many times a second and rebalances it so you keep access to all the voices around you. Being honest: it predates Oticon's on-board Deep Neural Network, which arrived later with the More, Real and Intent.
Who the Oticon Opn S suits (and who should look elsewhere)
The right hearing aid depends on your audiogram and your daily life, not the badge on the shell. Here is a straight fit guide for the Opn S specifically.
A good match if...
You have mild-to-severe loss, want an open and natural sound rather than a single narrowed voice, and struggled with whistling or feedback on older aids. The rechargeable RIC is easy to wear all day, and the open fitting keeps your own voice sounding natural.
Consider a newer Oticon if...
You spend a lot of time in very noisy, crowded or fast-changing places. The later Oticon More and Real add an on-board Deep Neural Network trained on real-life sound, and the flagship Intent adds 4D sensors that adapt to how you move and converse — all of which handle complex scenes more naturally than the Opn S.
Look elsewhere if...
You have profound loss that needs a super-power aid (look at the Oticon Xceed), you want a fully custom in-the-ear or near-invisible shape, or you rely on the newest direct Android low-energy streaming. We will confirm all of this at your hearing test rather than guess.
Price and value
The Opn S is an older, largely discontinued platform, so we do not publish a fixed price for it — availability changes and stock is limited. What we can promise is honest, transparent pricing. Tell us what you are after and we will give you a straight answer on the phone, including whether a current-generation Oticon is the smarter buy for similar money.
No GST in India
Hearing aids are GST-exempt in India, so the figure we quote you is the figure you actually pay — no tax added at the end.
Up to 30-50% off MRP
Across the Oticon range you pay well below the manufacturer's MRP. With an older model like the Opn S, ask us exactly what is available before you decide so there are no surprises.
0% EMI available
Spread the cost interest-free so a properly fitted pair is manageable, without paying extra to pay over time.
The current equivalent
For a like-for-like buy today, the Oticon Real and More carry the same open sound with an on-board Deep Neural Network, and the Intent adds 4D sensors. We will compare them honestly against any Opn S we can source.
See the current Oticon rangeHow we fit the Oticon Opn S at Prudent
An Oticon Opn S is only as good as the fitting behind it. A hearing aid manages hearing loss — it does not cure it — so the assessment, the programming and the aftercare decide how well you actually hear.
Free 45-minute hearing test
We start with a full assessment by an RCI-registered audiologist. Your audiogram, not the model name, decides what you should wear — and whether the Opn S is even the right pick for you.
Fitting verified on your ear
We program the aid to your exact loss and verify it with real-ear measurement, then fine-tune to how you actually hear speech in the room rather than only to a target on paper.
Try before you pay
You trial the recommended model in our clinic so you hear the difference for yourself first. Hearing the real result matters far more than any spec sheet before you commit.
Free lifetime programming and follow-up
Hearing changes over time. We re-tune, clean and service your aids and support you for the life of the device at our Pune, Delhi and Bengaluru clinics, with home visits around those cities.
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The current Oticon range explained — Intent, Real and More with their on-board Deep Neural Network — and how they compare with the older Opn S.
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Is the Oticon Opn S still available in India?
The Opn S is an older, largely superseded platform — it launched in 2019 — so it is no longer a current catalogue model and stock is limited. Call +91 9429690093 and we will tell you honestly what we can source, or point you to the closest current Oticon. Whatever we supply is a genuine, sealed unit with warranty, never grey-market or refurbished stock passed off as new.
How much does the Oticon Opn S cost?
We do not publish a fixed price for an older model like this because availability varies. What we can promise is up to 30-50% off MRP across the Oticon range, GST-exempt pricing (hearing aids are GST-exempt in India) and 0% EMI. Tell us your audiogram and budget and we will give you the exact figure — and be straight with you if a current model is better value. Call +91 9429690093.
What is the difference between the Opn S and the newer Oticon More or Intent?
The Opn S uses OpenSound Navigator for its open, 360-degree sound and added OpenSound Optimizer to prevent feedback. The later More and Real added an on-board Deep Neural Network trained on millions of real-life sounds, and the flagship Intent adds 4D sensors that adapt to how you move and converse. They all share the open BrainHearing idea, but the newer platforms handle very noisy, complex places more naturally.
Is the Oticon Opn S rechargeable?
The miniRITE R version has a built-in lithium-ion battery that lasts a full day on one charge, including streaming — you just drop it in the charger overnight. Other Opn S styles use size 312 disposable batteries, or size 13 on the behind-the-ear. We will confirm which version suits your dexterity and daily routine at the fitting.
Will the Opn S connect to my phone?
It streams calls and media directly from a compatible iPhone, and the ConnectClip accessory adds hands-free calls and a remote microphone for other phones. A TV Adapter streams your television, and the Oticon ON app lets you control the aids. We check compatibility with your specific phone before you buy so there is no guesswork.
Is the Opn S right for my hearing loss?
It is built for mild to severe sensorineural loss with the right receiver or power behind-the-ear. If your loss is profound you will likely need a super-power aid such as the Oticon Xceed instead. A hearing aid manages hearing loss rather than curing it, so the honest answer comes from your free 45-minute hearing test, not from the model name on the box.
Ask us about the Oticon Opn S
Tell us what you are looking for and we will be straight with you about availability, price and whether a current-generation Oticon fits you better. Free 45-minute hearing test, a real in-clinic trial before you pay, up to 30-50% off MRP, GST-exempt, and 0% EMI. Call +91 9429690093 or book online — clinics in Pune, Delhi and Bengaluru, with home visits around those cities.
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