MADISON, Wis., Aug. 14 (Nationwide Times) — Augmental’s MouthPad is a custom-fitted mouthpiece that lets users control phones, tablets and computers with tongue and head movements. The device costs $1,400 for one unit and connects over Bluetooth.
Augmental says MouthPad is designed to provide another way for people with limited mobility to interact with everyday technology. It is currently sold and shipped only to U.S. addresses, although the company says the device can be used outside the United States.
How does MouthPad work?
A pressure-sensitive touchpad sits against the roof of the mouth. Sensors translate movements of the tongue and head into computer commands, according to Augmental and a 2024 report from MIT News.
The tongue can move the cursor. Pressing the touchpad can create a left click or begin a click-and-drag action. Augmental says a sip gesture can act as a right click. The device can also support scrolling, dragging and swiping.
Head tracking provides another way to move the cursor. The system is intended to work without using the hands, which could help people who cannot easily operate a traditional mouse, keyboard or touchscreen.
What devices does it support?
Augmental says MouthPad works with phones, tablets and computers through Bluetooth. The company lists compatibility with macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android.
Because the device uses a custom control system, it is not limited to one brand of computer or phone. Its functions depend on the operating system and the commands supported by the software, however.
Why is it custom-made?
Each MouthPad is made for one person. Augmental says the fitting process uses an intraoral or dental 3D scan, which is used to manufacture the mouthpiece to fit the user’s mouth.
The company says the scan typically costs between $50 and $150, depending on the provider. It estimates delivery at about six months after receiving the scan.
The custom process also means the product is not an off-the-shelf device that can be ordered and used immediately. Users must find a provider for the scan and wait for the individual unit to be manufactured.
How much does it cost?
Augmental lists one MouthPad at $1,400. Two devices for the same user cost $1,900, according to the company’s website. The scan is an additional cost.
Augmental says the device is intended for people over 18 who have sufficient tongue dexterity. The supplied information does not establish whether private insurers or public programs reimburse the purchase. Augmental has said coverage is not currently available.
What is known about battery life and safety?
Technical details reported by CNX Software include more than seven hours of continuous use, a charging time of about 1.5 hours and a weight of roughly 10 grams. Those specifications are reported from company documentation rather than independent testing.
The available information does not include an independent assessment of MouthPad’s accuracy, comfort, effect on speech or accessibility benefits. It also does not establish what regulatory clearance or health and safety testing the device has received.
No independent security assessment was identified in the supplied materials. That leaves unanswered questions about privacy and Bluetooth security, including how the device handles data and how it is protected from unauthorized connections.
When did it become available?
Augmental said in a company announcement distributed through PRNewswire that it opened an Early Access program in 2024 and began public U.S. sales on July 22, 2026. The company’s website lists the product for sale and says shipping is limited to U.S. addresses.
The launch changes MouthPad from a restricted early-access product into a commercially available device for eligible U.S. customers. Its high price, custom fitting and long delivery estimate remain significant limits on access.
