A black cylindrical switch on an adjustable mounting arm, pressed against a man's ear by his head.

Head Switch

by Enabling Devices

$83.95, see price history

Last seen at this price on June 26, 2026. We haven’t been able to check it since, so confirm it with the vendor.

Professional guidance helps The switch is simple hardware, but it is only one piece of a larger setup. Finding the right body site, mounting it, and connecting it to a device all go better with an OT, SLP, or ATP. A family could figure it out alone, but a professional makes good results more likely.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

This head switch is a mountable switch that responds to very light pressure, so someone who can't press a switch with their hands can set it off with their head instead. It also works with pressure from a knee, elbow, or another body part. It comes with a heavy duty ball joint for positioning, and it attaches to the maker's switch mounting systems, which are sold separately. On its own it doesn't do anything: it has to be plugged into a switch-accessible device or toy, and getting the mount and placement right usually takes some trial and error.

Getting it

Try before you buy

Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.

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Where to get it

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$83.95

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How to fund this

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Details

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Type
Addresses
Platform
Age range
Complexity
Professional guidance helps
Price
$83.95
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Plug the switch into a switch-accessible device or toy to check that it responds to a light press.
  • With a guide
    Attach the switch to a compatible mounting system using the included ball joint, then position it where the person can reach it with a reliable, comfortable movement. Allow about 30 to 60 minutes to try positions and adjust. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
  • With professional help
    An OT, SLP, or ATP can help choose the best body site and mount position, and match the switch to the person's device and goals. This usually takes one or two sessions.

View official support docs → (opens in a new tab)

Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Enabling Devices — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked June 26, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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