# Chk-In Hearing Assist

> Hearing enhancement solution

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chkin.hearing](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chkin.hearing)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.chkin.hearing`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** SNI
- **Category:** HEALTH\_AND\_FITNESS
- **Downloads:** 20,132
- **Rating:** 4.17 / 5 (164 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.4.7
- **Last updated:** 2024-08-28
- **First published:** 2019-05-30
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 6.52 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.chkin.hearing)
- **Website:** [https://www.chkincam.com](https://www.chkincam.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://home.chkincam.com/privacy-policy/](https://home.chkincam.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Chk-In Hearing Assist transforms your Android device into a personalized hearing enhancement tool, catering especially to those who don’t require a traditional hearing aid. Using your existing wired or Bluetooth headphones, the app adapts audio settings based on your unique hearing profile and environment, ensuring the best possible audio quality and latency.

Key features include automatic audio calibration, a hearing test for health insights, manual audio controls, volume amplification, and a mute microphone option to reduce echo during conversations. The premium version adds advanced controls such as a 10-band equalizer, noise suppression, custom filters, separate ear volume control, equalizer profiles, unlimited background use, and an ad-free experience — all unlocked with a one-time purchase, no subscription needed. Start with a 3-day free trial to explore all features and enjoy enhanced hearing tailored to your needs.

## Rankings

- #432,569 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.chkin.hearing.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users praise Chk-In Hearing Assist for its excellent sound quality, clear amplification, and effective hearing aid capabilities without physical discomfort. The app works well with Bluetooth earbuds and offers numerous easy-to-use settings. Some lag exists but is minimal compared to competitors. However, multiple users noted that the free version is only a trial, causing some confusion, and the range of audibility and volume may be limited. Overall, it's considered a worthwhile and high-quality app for hearing assistance.

### Pros

- Good sound quality and clear amplified sound
- Works well with Bluetooth earbuds
- Offers many easy-to-understand settings
- Effective as a hearing aid substitute without discomfort from physical devices
- Best app for its purpose with minimal lag

### Cons

- Trial version limited, claims to be free is misleading
- Range of audibility is a bit short
- Some users find the app too quiet

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