EssilorLuxottica has announced the launch of Nuance Audio Plus, the next generation of its hearing glasses designed for adults with mild to moderate hearing loss. The new model builds on the original Nuance Audio eyewear, which the company first introduced in 2024 and began selling in the United States in early 2025. According to the company, Nuance Audio Plus adds improved amplification, a broader frame selection, and hands-free phone call capability.
The original Nuance Audio glasses integrated hearing technology directly into the frame, allowing users to amplify sound without traditional hearing aids. The product received regulatory clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2024, following the agency's establishment of a new category for over-the-counter hearing aids in 2022. EssilorLuxottica has positioned the device as a discreet solution for the millions of adults who experience mild to moderate hearing loss but may avoid conventional hearing aids due to cost, stigma, or comfort concerns.
With Nuance Audio Plus, the company says it has enhanced the amplification system to deliver clearer sound in various environments. The expanded frame selection aims to offer more style options, making the glasses more appealing as everyday eyewear. The addition of hands-free phone call capability allows users to take calls directly through the glasses, a feature that could improve convenience for those who wear them regularly.
EssilorLuxottica has not yet announced specific pricing or an exact release date for Nuance Audio Plus. The original Nuance Audio glasses were priced at around $1,200 when they launched in the U.S. in 2025. The company has indicated that the new model will be available in select markets, with further details expected in the coming months. As with the original, Nuance Audio Plus is intended for adults with mild to moderate hearing loss and does not replace professional audiological care for severe hearing loss.
