Thanks for your reply, Stetts.

So, you have Excelia brand.  I have never heard of them.  I will have to check into them.

Tell me, how long have you had your current set of hearing aids?  I am trying to get a handle on how long they last.

The guy at the presentation said they try to fit a set that will last 8-10 years. If that is the case, that kinda helps make the cost more bearable.  I just wonder if expecting a set to last 8-10 years is realistic, or highly optimistic.

edit:  I just found out that Exelia is a style of the Phonak hearing aids.  Okay, I have heard of Phonak.