Tripp Hearing

What Tripp Hearing does

Tripp Hearing is an independent, family-run private audiology practice founded in 2004 by Tara Tripp in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom. It operates three clinics — Wheatley (Oxford), Witney, and Wallingford — staffed by HCPC-registered audiologists and managed by the Tripp family (Tara Tripp as Founder/Director, Fidelma Tripp as Audiology Coordinator, Vincent Tripp as Operations Manager). The firm carries AIHHP Centre of Excellence status and BSHAA and British Academy of Audiology memberships, and has held a multi-year partnership with Oxford United Football Club as Official Goal Partner. No external funding rounds have been raised; growth has been entirely organic over twenty years of operation.

The practice's core offering is diagnostic hearing assessment (60–90 minute consultation at £160), microsuction ear wax removal (£90 per appointment), and dispensing of hearing aids from six major manufacturers (Phonak, Oticon, Widex, ReSound, Signia, Starkey) across four price tiers from £1,720 to £2,150 per aid. Real Ear Measurements are used for fitting verification, and a 30-day no-obligation trial period supports purchase decisions. Ancillary revenue comes from hearing aid servicing and reprogramming (including devices not originally supplied by Tripp Hearing), custom hearing protection for musicians, motorsport, shooters, swimmers, and industrial users, and ear impressions for custom devices. An online hearing screener sits at the top of the acquisition funnel.

Revenue is generated entirely from direct, appointment-based private-pay consumers in Oxfordshire, supplemented by NHS/ENT referrals via the STARFISH clinical trial partnership with John Radcliffe Hospital. The practice operates with no app, no public API, no e-commerce channel, and no proprietary AI; its technology stack is clinical diagnostic equipment plus manufacturer-supplied hearing aids (such as Phonak's DEEPSONIC AI chip in Infinio Ultra devices). The central differentiator is independence from any single manufacturer, enabling recommendations driven by patient need rather than commercial tie, combined with an unusually thorough assessment protocol and long-term aftercare model.

Name

Tripp Hearing

Legal name

Tripp Hearing

Website

https://tripphearing.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Tripp Hearing is an independent, family-run private audiology practice operating three Oxfordshire clinics (Wheatley, Witney, Wallingford), providing diagnostic hearing tests, microsuction ear wax removal, and hearing aids from six leading manufacturers to self-pay patients across Oxfordshire.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Audiology Services

NAICS

Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (621340), Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (62134)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Audiology & Hearing Diagnostic Centers (HLAFAKAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Audiology & Hearing Services (ENT-Affiliated) (HLAKAMAI), Hearing Enhancement / Assistive Listening Audio Devices (CRACANAL)

Keywords

• Diagnostic hearing assessments
• Hearing aid fitting
• Microsuction ear wax removal
• Audiology services
• Custom hearing protection

Headquarters

HQ city

Wheatley (Oxford)

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Hearing Aid Sales: Sale of hearing aids across four technology tiers (Premium, Advanced, Standard, Essential). Independent recommendations based on patient needs rather than manufacturer ties.
2. Hearing Assessments: Comprehensive diagnostic hearing tests lasting 60-90 minutes with full assessment, results explanation, and personalised recommendations.
3. Ear Wax Removal: Professional microsuction ear wax removal service performed by experienced clinicians.
4. Hearing Aid Servicing and Support: Servicing, cleaning, performance checks, reprogramming and ongoing support for hearing aids including those not originally supplied by Tripp Hearing.
5. Hearing Protection: Custom-made hearing protection products for musicians, motorsport, shooting, swimming, and noisy work environments.
6. Ear Impressions: Professional ear impressions for custom-made devices including hearing aids and hearing protection.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Tripp Hearing is an independent family-run audiology practice that delivers diagnostic hearing assessments, fits and programs hearing aids from multiple leading manufacturers (Phonak, Oticon, Widex, ReSound, Signia, Starkey), and provides microsuction ear wax removal across three Oxfordshire clinic locations. The practice also offers hearing aid servicing and reprogramming, custom-made hearing protection, and ear impressions, with manufacturer-independent recommendations based purely on patient needs.

Product overview

Tripp Hearing is an independent family-run private healthcare practice offering a comprehensive range of hearing care services across Oxfordshire. The core offering consists of diagnostic hearing tests, hearing aid fitting with leading manufacturer brands (Phonak, Oticon, Widex, ReSound, Signia, Starkey), and microsuction ear wax removal. The company differentiates through its independence—recommendations are based purely on patient needs rather than manufacturer ties. Additional services include hearing aid reprogramming, custom hearing protection, servicing and support, and ear impressions. Pricing spans Premium (£2,150 per aid), Advanced (£1,990), Standard (£1,830), and Essential (£1,720) technology tiers, with hearing tests at £160 and wax removal at £90. The practice operates across three Oxfordshire clinics in Wheatley (Oxford), Witney, and Wallingford, and holds AIHHP Centre of Excellence recognition with HCPC-registered audiologists.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Hearing Tests Comprehensive diagnostic hearing assessment lasting 60-90 minutes, including ear examination with video otoscope, sound-controlled environment testing across frequencies, speech understanding tests, and background noise performance testing. Includes detailed results explanation and personalised recommendations. Priced at £160 per assessment.
• Microsuction Ear Wax Removal Professional ear wax removal using microsuction technique with a gentle suction device and magnification, allowing the clinician to clearly see inside the ear throughout the procedure. Does not use water or pressure, making it suitable for most people including hearing aid users. Includes full ear examination, safe wax removal, hearing screening if no wax present, and aftercare advice. Priced at £90 per appointment regardless of one or both ears.
• Hearing Aids Modern hearing aids from leading manufacturers (Phonak, Oticon, Widex, ReSound, Signia, Starkey), tailored to the patient's hearing, lifestyle, and individual needs. Fitted using real ear measurements and offered with a 30-day no-obligation trial. Available across four technology tiers — Premium (£2,150 per aid), Advanced (£1,990 per aid), Standard (£1,830 per aid), and Essential (£1,720 per aid) — with manufacturer-independent recommendations based purely on patient needs.
• Hearing Aid Reprogramming Service for existing hearing aid users who feel their devices are not performing optimally. Includes full hearing assessment, current device check, and settings adjustment to better match hearing needs and lifestyle. Particularly helpful if hearing has changed over time or aids were not originally optimised.
• Hearing Aid Servicing and Support Professional servicing, cleaning, and performance checks for hearing aids regardless of where they were originally purchased. Includes adjustments to improve comfort and sound quality where possible, plus ongoing long-term support.
• Hearing Protection Custom-made hearing protection products precisely moulded for secure fit, available for musicians, motorsport, shooting, swimming, and noisy work environments. Designed for comfort and effective protection while maintaining performance in day-to-day activities.
• Ear Impressions Professional ear impressions for custom-made devices including hearing aids and hearing protection. Quick, safe process carried out by experienced clinicians ensuring accurate mould of the ear for best possible fit and performance.
• Online Hearing Screener Online hearing screening tool available via the Tripp Hearing website as a starting point for those unsure whether they need a full assessment. Not diagnostic and cannot assess ear health or function, but can highlight potential issues requiring clinical assessment.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30-day no-obligation hearing aid evaluation period before commitment
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Oxford United Football ClubcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Official Goal Partner for the 2026/27 season, building on more than 10 years of partnership. Brings supporters Goal of the Month content, competitions and fan engagement. Offers 10% off treatment costs to Oxford United Season Ticket Holders.
• RNID (Royal National Institute for Deaf People)minorOthersCharity partnership for hearing loss awareness. Audiologist Sarah Anderson ran the 2026 London Marathon raising over £4,100 for RNID. Staff engagement in fundraising activities supporting the national hearing loss charity.
• John Radcliffe Hospital (Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipating NHS site for the STARFISH clinical trial investigating most effective steroid treatment for sudden sensorineural hearing loss. Tripp Hearing works alongside NHS services and ENT teams to provide timely hearing assessments, monitor recovery, and offer rehabilitation support.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves13 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Amplifon: Global hearing care retailer with significant UK presence, operating dedicated clinics offering hearing tests, hearing aids, and aftercare. Directly comparable in product offering and target customer to Tripp Hearing.
• Boots Hearingcare: National UK hearing care retailer operating through Boots stores and standalone clinics, offering hearing tests, hearing aids, and aftercare. Competes directly with Tripp Hearing across hearing assessments and multi-brand hearing aid dispensing.
• Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care: UK family-run chain of opticians and hearing care clinics offering hearing tests, hearing aids, and ear wax removal. Comparable independent positioning with multi-branch UK footprint, contrasting with Tripp's single-region model.
• Hidden Hearing: One of the UK's largest private hearing care companies with a national network of clinics providing hearing assessments, hearing aids, and ongoing support. Direct competitor in the private hearing aid dispensing market.
• Specsavers Hearcare: The UK's largest high street hearing care provider, operating across hundreds of branches offering hearing tests, hearing aids from multiple manufacturers, and ear wax removal. Direct competitor to Tripp Hearing for Oxfordshire patients, with substantially greater marketing and scale.

Regional players

• Leightons Opticians & Hearing Care: UK independent chain of opticians and hearing care clinics offering hearing assessments, hearing aids, and ear wax removal. Comparable in independent multi-clinic model to Tripp Hearing but operating across a broader regional footprint.
• Bayfields Opticians and Audiology: Independent UK optician and audiology provider with a multi-branch regional footprint offering hearing tests and hearing aids. Comparable in independent, clinical-quality positioning to Tripp Hearing.

Emerging players

• OutsideClinic: UK provider of home-visit hearing care, eye care, and other clinical services targeting patients who cannot easily attend a clinic. Comparable in service scope but differentiated by at-home delivery model that Tripp does not offer.

Others

• Oticon: Hearing aid manufacturer (Demant group) and another key brand Tripp Hearing fits and dispenses. Comparable in product category but not a direct service competitor to Tripp's clinical practice.
• Phonak: Global hearing aid manufacturer (Sonova group) and one of the key brands Tripp Hearing dispenses. As a supplier rather than a competitor, Phonak is comparable in the hearing aid product category but operates in a fundamentally different business model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/TrippHearing
• YouTubeyoutube.com/tripphearing
• Facebookfacebook.com/tripphearing
• Instagraminstagram.com/tripp_hearing
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tara-tripp-hearing-care

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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