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5 Best Audiologists in Chicago (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Elara Kestrel
By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Hearing loss rarely announces itself the way a toothache does, so choosing an audiologist in Chicago often starts with a specific frustration: muffled conversations, a hearing aid that needs adjusting, or ears packed with wax. The practices here have logged over 650 reviews combined, and every one sits at 4.4 or higher, with several rated a perfect 5.0.

Short answer: SoniK Hearing Care Services and Ear Bar both carry a perfect 5.0 rating (174 and 72 reviews respectively), with Hearing Health Center close behind at 4.8 across the most reviews on this page (348). Costs vary widely by insurance coverage and the hearing aid brand, so ask each practice for pricing upfront.
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# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Hearing Health Center 4.8 348 Most-reviewed, multiple locations View ›
2 SoniK Hearing Care Services 5.0 174 Highest volume among perfect-rated practices View ›
3 Ear Bar 5.0 72 Ear wax removal and ENT care View ›
4 Chicago Hearing Services 4.8 72 Home visits and mobile fittings View ›
5 Midwest ENT 4.4 106 Combined ENT and audiology, teaching faculty View ›
5 Best Audiologists in Chicago (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Hearing Health Center logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Hearing Health Center

4.8348 Google reviews

Hearing Health Center is a Chicagoland audiology practice with locations across the city and suburbs, including a Magnificent Mile office downtown. The practice covers ear wax removal, baseline hearing checkups, diagnostic testing, tinnitus consultation, and hearing aid fitting and service, positioning itself as a full-spectrum hearing care provider rather than a single-service shop.

What people praise

  • Most-reviewed audiology practice in Chicago on this page
  • Multiple locations across Chicagoland for easier scheduling
  • Reviewers describe thorough exams with clear explanations
  • Faster appointment availability than some larger health systems

Worth knowing

  • A few reviewers noted longer wait times to get scheduled at busier locations
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume348 · 97th
Confidencehigh
Recency8 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown93% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The safest default on proven volume and network size. If convenience of location matters, this is the practice most likely to have an office nearby.

142 E Ontario St Unit 1100, Chicago, IL 60611

SoniK Hearing Care Services logo
#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

SoniK Hearing Care Services

5.0174 Google reviews

SoniK Hearing Care Services is a Loop audiology practice led by board-certified Doctors of Audiology, offering hearing evaluations, hearing aid fittings, tinnitus treatment, and earwax removal. The practice frames itself around a continuous-care model, following patients from their first hearing test through long-term hearing aid management.

What people praise

  • Perfect 5.0 rating across 174 reviews
  • Reviewers praise doctors who take time to explain results in detail
  • Accommodated out-of-town patients on short notice
  • Multiple hearing aid brands and styles offered rather than one line

Worth knowing

  • No cons found in the reviews on record
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating5 / 5
Review volume174 · 90th
Confidencemoderate
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown98% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The strongest combination of a perfect rating and meaningful review volume in this comparison, making it a confident pick for hearing aid fittings.

8 S Michigan Ave #2212, Chicago, IL 60603

Ear Bar logo
#3🕑 Open 4 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Ear Bar

5.072 Google reviews

Ear Bar is a River North practice combining board-certified ENT physicians, physician assistants, and audiologists under one roof, focused on ear wax removal, hearing loss, ear infections, and tinnitus. The practice positions ear cleaning as a medical procedure performed by physicians rather than a spa-style service.

What people praise

  • Perfect 5.0 rating with every review five stars
  • Physician-performed ear wax removal, not just technician-led
  • Same-day appointments available for urgent ear issues
  • Reviewers describe quick, painless cleaning procedures

Worth knowing

  • Smaller review base than the largest practices, though still strong volume
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating5 / 5
Review volume72 · 73th
Confidenceearly
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown100% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The top pick specifically for ear wax removal and combined ENT-audiology care, with physicians directly involved in treatment.

330 W Grand Ave Ste A, Chicago, IL 60654

Chicago Hearing Services logo
#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Chicago Hearing Services

4.872 Google reviews

Chicago Hearing Services is a Northwest Side audiology practice offering hearing evaluations, hearing aid services, and tinnitus consultation. The practice is notable for its willingness to travel, including onsite hearing services at skilled nursing facilities and even at touring artists' venues for custom ear mold impressions.

What people praise

  • Reviewers highlight flexible scheduling and onsite visits for homebound patients
  • Staff described as respectful and patient during billing issues
  • Handled a specialized onsite mold-impression job for touring musicians

Worth knowing

  • Smaller review base than the top-volume practices
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume72 · 73th
Confidenceearly
Recency4 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown89% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The best fit for patients who cannot easily travel to an office, including bedbound or nursing-facility patients needing onsite audiology care.

3825 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60634

Midwest ENT logo
#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Midwest ENT

4.4106 Google reviews

Midwest ENT is a River North otolaryngology and audiology clinic staffed by physicians who hold faculty appointments at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine. The practice treats ear, nose, and throat conditions alongside audiology needs like hearing aid fitting, positioning itself for patients who may need broader ENT evaluation, not just a hearing test.

What people praise

  • Physicians hold academic faculty positions at Northwestern
  • Reviewers describe unusually generous, unrushed appointment time
  • Handles complex ENT issues like chronic sinusitis alongside hearing care

Worth knowing

  • Lowest rating on this page at 4.4, with some reviewers noting longer wait times in the office
  • Best suited to patients needing ENT evaluation, not solely hearing aids
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.4 / 5
Review volume106 · 83th
Confidencemoderate
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown81% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong choice if the visit involves more than hearing loss, such as chronic sinus or ear conditions needing physician-level ENT expertise.

3 E Huron St, Chicago, IL 60611

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data as of the date shown, not opinion or payment. Rating is the practice’s live Google star average. Review volume shows how many patients have rated them, ranked against other Chicago audiologists. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a perfect score from hundreds of reviews carries more weight than one from a handful. Recency reflects how recently patients are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does an audiologist visit cost in Chicago? (2026)

Costs vary by whether insurance covers hearing services and what treatment is needed. This is general guidance on what typically drives price, not a quote from any practice on this page.

Serving all of Chicago

These practices cover the Loop, River North, Streeterville, and the Northwest Side, with some offering multiple Chicagoland locations. Searching for an audiologist near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and directions so you can reach the closest option fast.

What to ask before you book an audiologist

  • Does the practice accept my insurance, and what’s covered for hearing tests?
  • Is the ear wax removal performed by a physician or a technician?
  • What hearing aid brands and technology levels do you carry?
  • Is there a trial period or return policy if hearing aids don’t work out?
  • How often will I need follow-up visits after a fitting?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these audiologists?

We started from every audiologist in Chicago with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Do these practices offer ear wax removal?

Several, including Hearing Health Center and Ear Bar, specifically list ear wax removal among their services. Confirm with the practice whether it’s performed by a physician or technician.

What if I need both ENT and audiology care?

Midwest ENT and Ear Bar both combine physician-led ENT care with audiology services under one roof, which can simplify care if your issue involves more than hearing.

The bottom line

Hearing Health Center is the safe default on sheer volume and location coverage, while SoniK and Ear Bar offer a perfect rating backed by real review counts. Whichever you choose, ask upfront about insurance coverage before scheduling a hearing aid fitting.

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