Yeasound Launches $399 Robin CIC60 Bluetooth OTC Hearing Aids
The small wireless in-canal hearing aids combine an instant-fit design with a charging case that doubles as a remote control.)
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Yeasound has introduced the Robin™ CIC60, a $399 pair of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids designed for people who want discreet hearing support without giving up Bluetooth streaming. The new rechargeable devices sit inside the ear canal and feature a charging case with physical controls for everyday adjustments.
Yeasound, which has U.S. offices in Plano, Tex, with global headquarters in Xiamen, China, describes the Robin CIC60 as “one of the world’s first” Bluetooth-enabled completely-in-canal () hearing aids.
Designed for adults with perceived mild-to-moderate hearing loss, the Robin CIC60 is Yeasound’s first in-ear OTC hearing aid. The company’s previously released receiver-in-canal RIC800 ($549) and slightly older RIC700 ($399) both earned A SoundGrades from HearAdvisor, reflecting strong performance in laboratory testing.
While those results are encouraging, the Robin CIC60 has not yet undergone HearAdvisor testing or a HearingTracker review.
The Yeasound RIC700, RIC800, and CIC60 are preset hearing aids that use manufacturer-defined amplification profiles. Unlike self-fitting models that generate individualized settings from a hearing test or , these devices let users choose among predetermined profiles and adjust the sound. This approach can simplify setup, but the available profiles may not adequately match every hearing loss. The iYeasound app also includes an equalizer for further sound adjustments, although these controls do not necessarily provide the precision of an individualized fitting.
Small wireless hearing aids with controls on the case
The Robin CIC60 is very small for a wireless hearing aid, with each device weighing 1.3 grams and measuring about 0.74 x 0.46 x 0.22 inches. Yeasound describes the design as nearly invisible, although how discreetly an in-canal device sits will depend on the wearer’s ear anatomy and fit.
The CIC60 uses an instant-fit design, so buyers do not need ear impressions or custom-made shells. The product includes open and closed ear tips to help users find a suitable fit.
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One key distinguishing feature is the charging case’s built-in remote control. Buttons marked “+,” “−,” and “P” allow users to adjust volume and switch listening settings without reaching for a smartphone or manipulating small controls inside their ears. Yeasound also offers its iYeasound app for additional adjustments.
“A truly discreet, deep-canal fit has traditionally come with a compromise: a high price tag or no Bluetooth connectivity,” said Huahu Wang, Yeasound’s general manager in a press statement. “While most hearing aids of this size lack sufficient internal volume for the antenna, battery, and processing power required for wireless streaming, the Yeasound Robin CIC60 overcomes this engineering hurdle. It successfully packs simultaneous acoustic and Bluetooth audio channels into an ultra-compact, completely-in-canal form factor, providing professional-grade amplification and performance to those looking for -regulated hearing aids that fit their lifestyle needs.”
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Streaming and rechargeable power
Yeasound says the CIC60 supports music, media, and phone-call streaming from compatible Apple and Android devices, with Made for iPhone () and Android support. Its launch specification sheet also lists Bluetooth 5.3 and broadcast-audio reception. Those considering a purchase should confirm compatibility with their specific phone. Yeasound told HearingTracker that the CIC60 is ready for Auracast, and users can access the feature directly through the iYeasound app without requiring any firmware updates.
The iYeasound app provides additional hearing aid adjustments, while physical buttons on the charging case let users change volume and listening settings without opening the app. According to Yeasound’s product page, answering, ending, or rejecting phone calls using the case is supported only on iOS.
The company says the hearing aids can handle amplified environmental sound and Bluetooth audio simultaneously (e.g., like transparency modes).
Battery life is listed at up to 13.5 hours in hearing mode and 7 hours in Bluetooth mode. The launch sheet says a 15-minute quick charge provides 4 hours of use. Actual runtime will depend on settings, the sound environment, streaming use, and age of the device.
Sound processing and listening options
According to Yeasound’s launch materials, the CIC60 combines noise reduction, dual compression, and amplification based on , a widely used hearing-aid fitting prescription. Compression helps manage the difference between softer and louder sounds.
The specification sheet lists 6 listening programs—Adaptive, General, Noisy, Music, Outdoor, and TV—along with 6 tinnitus-soothing sounds.
The CIC60 carries an IPX8 water-resistance rating, which is the highest possible for hearing aids; however, the X indicates it has not been tested for dust or dirt ingress. Although an X8 rating provides good protection against moisture, you should still take care to prevent the hearing aids from being exposed to water.
Who is it for?
Established in 2023, Yeasound is a division of communications technology company Yealink. The Robin CIC60 is available through the Yeasound website and will soon be available on Amazon.
The Robin CIC60 joins a limited group of hearing aids combining a "completely-in-canal” or in-the-ear design with Bluetooth audio streaming, including ELEHEAR Delight and Audien Atom X Connect—however, these manufacturers’ descriptions of styles vary, and devices marketed as may differ considerably in size, visibility, and how deeply they hide in the ear. In terms of outward physical appearance only, they most resemble the design of the rechargeable Signia Silk prescription hearing aid and the now-discontinued Sony CRE-C20 OTC hearing aid.
The Yeasound Robin CIC60 is a discreet, connected, pre-set hearing aid offered at a relatively low price, with limited remote fine-tuning support from an audiologist available through the iYeasound app. The practical questions are whether its ear tips provide a comfortable fit, its battery lasts through the wearer’s day, and its amplification delivers useful help in the situations that matter most.
One other factor to especially consider in any in-ear style hearing aid is the occlusion effect, or how the hearing aid changes the perception of your own voice—which was one of the few areas that the Yeasound RIC800 did not score as well on in HearAdvisor testing. The Robin CIC60 comes with both open and closed silicone eartips, which are designed to give users options for balancing comfort, sound leakage, and the plugged-ear sensation sometimes associated with in-ear styles.
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The Yeasound Robin CIC60 package comes with the two hearing aids, charging case/controller with a USB cable, user guide and information for getting help when troubleshooting, three open and three times of different sizes, replaceable , and a brush for maintenance. The iYeasound app is a free download.
Purchases through Yeasound’s website include a 100-day trial period and a one-year limited warranty covering manufacturing defects in the hearing aids and charger. Customers who are dissatisfied can request a refund during the trial, subject to return conditions, including returning all supplied accessories. Purchases through other retailers may have different return terms so make sure to check their policies.
The HearAdvisor lab hopes to test these hearing aids in the near-future and HearingTracker will report on the results when they become available.
For more information, please visit the Yeasound website.
Karl Strom
Editor in ChiefKarl Strom is the editor-in-chief of HearingTracker. He was a founding editor of The Hearing Review and has covered the hearing aid industry for over 30 years.