Receiver-in-canal (RIC)
A slim body sits behind the ear with a thin wire to a receiver inside your ear canal - discreet, light and easy to handle for older users.
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Phonak Terra RIC 312
The Phonak Terra RIC 312 is Phonak's entry-level receiver-in-canal aid from Sonova, Switzerland - a sensible first pair when you want Bluetooth without premium pricing. It streams music, video and hands-free calls from both iPhone and Android, and is fitted to your audiogram by our RCI-registered audiologists after a free 45-minute hearing test. Remember a hearing aid manages hearing loss, it does not cure it, so we let you trial it in real life before you buy.
Written & clinically reviewed by the Prudent Hearing clinical teamRCI-registered audiologists (MASLP / BASLP)Last updated 5 September 2026
What the Phonak Terra RIC 312 is
The plain facts about the Terra, so you know exactly what you are getting.
Fits mild to profound
Phonak fits the Terra range across mild to profound hearing loss, so your audiologist can set it precisely to your own audiogram.
Phonak's value range
The Terra is Phonak's entry-level value line - genuine Phonak engineering at the accessible end of the range.
Size 312 zinc-air
Runs on a standard size 312 zinc-air disposable battery that is easy to source and swap yourself.
Bluetooth to iPhone & Android
Streams music, video and hands-free calls - picked up by the hearing aid's own microphone - from both iPhone and Android phones.
IP68 + CeruShield wax guard
IP68-rated against dust and moisture, with a CeruShield wax guard that keeps earwax out of the receiver.
Who it suits (and who should look elsewhere)
An honest look at where the Terra fits well and where another model makes more sense.
First-time Bluetooth users
If this is your first pair and you want hands-free calls without paying premium prices, the Terra is built for exactly that.
You take a lot of calls
Calls are picked up by the aid's own mic and streamed to your ears, so you can talk hands-free around the house or on the move.
You want easy upkeep
Size 312 batteries and a replaceable CeruShield wax guard keep day-to-day maintenance simple, with free re-tuning at Prudent.
You want the myPhonak app
The myPhonak app works with Terra+ only, not the base Terra. If adjusting your aid from your phone matters, ask us about a higher option.
You want an invisible aid
The Terra is a visible behind-the-ear style. For a hidden in-ear device, look at the Phonak Virto custom range instead.
Heavy noise, group settings
For advanced directionality in busy restaurants, a higher tier like the Virto P70 does more. The Terra covers everyday listening well.
How the Phonak Terra compares in the Phonak range
Where the Terra sits against its siblings, so you can step up only if you actually need to.
Phonak Virto P30 Custom
Want something hidden instead of behind-the-ear? The Virto P30 is a custom-moulded in-ear aid - but note it is non-wireless, with no Bluetooth. MRP around Rs 55,000.
See the Virto P30Phonak Virto P70 Custom
If you want an in-ear custom aid that still streams calls and works with Roger mics, the advanced Virto P70 steps well up in features. MRP around Rs 1,80,000.
See the Virto P70Phonak Virto I90 CIC
For the most hidden shell on Phonak's newest chip, the premium Virto I90 tops the custom range - also non-wireless. MRP around Rs 3,00,000.
See the Virto I90Phonak Terra price and value in India
Honest pricing - a reference figure, not a hard quote, because your real price depends on the fit.
MRP around Rs 33,000
The Phonak Terra RIC 312 carries an MRP of roughly Rs 33,000 per unit for reference - a list figure before any Prudent discount.
Up to 30-50% off MRP
At Prudent you pay up to 30-50% below MRP on genuine units with full manufacturer warranty. Your exact price is confirmed at your appointment.
GST-exempt, 0% EMI
Hearing aids are GST-exempt in India (HSN 9021), so no tax is added, and 0% EMI is available to spread the cost.
How we fit the Phonak Terra at Prudent
A simple, unrushed process built around your ears and your listening life.
Free 45-minute hearing test
We start with a free 45-minute hearing test with an RCI-registered audiologist (MASLP/BASLP) to map your hearing loss.
Verified fitting to your audiogram
We program the Terra to your own audiogram and verify it suits your ears and your daily listening - not a generic setting.
Trial before you buy
You try the aid in real situations first, so you know how it sounds in your own home and streets before committing.
Free lifetime aftercare
Fitting includes free lifetime re-tuning and aftercare at our Pune, Delhi and Bengaluru clinics, plus home visits around those cities.
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Read the reviewFrequently asked questions
How much does the Phonak Terra RIC 312 cost in India?
The MRP is around Rs 33,000 per unit as a reference. At Prudent you get up to 30-50% off MRP on genuine, fully warranted units, and your exact price is confirmed at your appointment. Hearing aids are GST-exempt (HSN 9021), and 0% EMI is available.
Does the Phonak Terra connect to my phone?
Yes. The Terra streams music, video and hands-free calls by Bluetooth from both iPhone and Android, with calls picked up by the hearing aid's own microphone. Note that the myPhonak control app works with Terra+ only, not the base Terra.
Who is the Terra a good fit for?
It suits first-time users who want an affordable Bluetooth RIC that still streams calls hands-free. Phonak fits the Terra range for mild to profound hearing loss, set to your own audiogram.
Is the Terra discreet?
It is a slim receiver-in-canal style that sits behind the ear with a thin wire into the canal - fairly discreet, but not hidden. If you want an invisible in-ear aid, ask us about the Phonak Virto custom range.
Will it cure my hearing loss?
No. A hearing aid manages hearing loss, it does not cure it. Fitted well to your audiogram, the Terra helps you hear speech and everyday sounds more clearly.
What do I get when I buy from Prudent?
A free 45-minute hearing test, a genuine unit with full manufacturer warranty, a trial before you buy, and free lifetime re-tuning and aftercare at our Pune, Delhi and Bengaluru clinics.
Try the Phonak Terra before you buy
Book a free 45-minute hearing test and trial the Phonak Terra RIC 312 in real life before you decide. Genuine units, up to 30-50% off MRP, GST-exempt, with 0% EMI available. Call +91 9429690093 or visit our Pune, Delhi or Bengaluru clinics - home visits available too.
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