I'm with G. I have had mine (from the VA) for about 2 years. I only wear them when I NEED to hear something. If I am going to church or a lecture or something like that I will put mine in. Mine are the behind-the-ear type and can be controlled my an app on my IPhone. If I could not turn them down or off I would never wear them. They are tiring to wear for any length of time. I know it is because I hear EVERYTHING when I am using them. Good luck.