Widex SmartRIC
L-shaped RIC with Widex's longest battery life and wind-reducing mic covers
Widex SmartRIC has an L-shaped design that sits higher on the ear to improve microphone directionality in noise. Its battery lasts up to 37 hours, and the portable charger holds about five charges. Redesigned microphone covers reduce wind and touch noise.
- Connectivity
- Bluetooth streaming via Widex apps and accessories (phone compatibility not stated on Widex UK page)
- Battery
- Up to 37 hours
- Style
- Receiver-in-canal, L-shaped, rechargeable
37h
Battery · rechargeable
4h
Charge · full charge
Who it's good for
Is SmartRIC right for you?
Our audiologists' guide to how this model suits different lifestyles, based on its features. Your hearing test results matter most, so we'll always confirm at your appointment.
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Everyday real world
4/5
Natural PureSound processing and a battery that easily lasts all day.
Best for everyday → -
TV turner-uppers
3/5
Works with Widex accessories, but TV streaming details are not set out on the UK page.
Best for TV → -
Golfers and outdoors
4/5
Wind-reducing microphone covers and a 37-hour battery; IP rating not confirmed.
Best for golf → -
Socialites
4/5
Higher microphone position measured to improve signal-to-noise ratio in noise.
Best for social → -
Phone and video calls
3/5
Calls stream into both ears for clear speech, though you speak into the phone itself.
Best for calls → -
Music lovers
4/5
Streams music in stereo from your phone, and Widex is known for natural sound with music.
Best for music → -
Active and sporty
5/5
Built to cope with water and rough wear.
Best for active → -
Tinnitus sufferers
3/5
Tinnitus features vary by technology level, so ask your audiologist.
Best for tinnitus →
The interesting technical bits
What's inside
- L-shaped housing for better directionality
- PureSound with ZeroDelay processing
- Microphone covers for wind and touch noise
- Portable charger with about five charges, Qi and USB-C
- Speech Enhancer and TruAcoustics
About Widex SmartRIC
Widex SmartRIC has an L-shaped design that sits higher on the ear to improve microphone directionality in noise. Its battery lasts up to 37 hours, and the portable charger holds about five charges. Redesigned microphone covers reduce wind and touch noise.
Specifications
From manufacturer information, checked October 2026. Battery figures vary with streaming and settings. Your audiologist will confirm the right receiver, dome and settings at your fitting.
| Brand | Widex |
|---|---|
| Family | Widex SmartRIC |
| Style | Receiver-in-canal, L-shaped, rechargeable |
| Launched | 2024 |
| Chip / platform | Moment Sheer chipset with PureSound and ZeroDelay |
| Power | Lithium-ion rechargeable |
| Battery life | Up to 37 hours |
| Battery notes | Up to 37 hours per charge (Widex UK); up to 27 hours with full-day streaming (trade press) |
| Full charge | 4 hours |
| Quick charge | 30 min for up to 8 hours |
| Streaming | Bluetooth streaming via Widex apps and accessories (phone compatibility not stated on Widex UK page) |
| AI and smart features | Widex MySound AI personalisation |
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