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Widex UNIQUE Hearing Aid

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4.1 stars from 15 reviews

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About the Widex UNIQUE

You might recognize the new Widex UNIQUE 440. On the outside it looks very similar to the Widex Dream 440, and Widex Passion 440, but on the inside it sports a few significant changes. The new UNIQUE platform introduces "Sound Class Technology", which provides "automated classification of sound environments and optimal sound processing determined by the sound classes," four wide-input analog-to-digital converters and a new "Wind Noise Attenuation" that Widex claims provides dramatically reduced wind noise. 

Widex UNIQUE Model Comparison

Widex UNIQUE Passion Widex UNIQUE Fusion Widex UNIQUE Fashion
Widex UNIQUE Passion Widex UNIQUE Fusion Widex UNIQUE Fashion
Rating
81%

3 reviews
83%

9 reviews
82%

3 reviews
Bluetooth® Audio Protocol
  • Accessory required
 Protocol
  • Accessory required
 Protocol
  • Accessory required
Disposable Batteries Battery Size
10 		Battery Size
312 		Battery Size
312
Hands-Free Calling Protocol
  • Accessory required
 Protocol
  • Accessory required
 Protocol
  • Accessory required
IP Rating (Liquid) 8 8 8
IP Rating (Solid) 5 5 5
Push Button
Telecoil
Volume Rocker
Downloads
Accessories

Model details listed above may be incomplete or inaccurate. For full specifications please refer to product specifications published by the original equipment manufacturer. To suggest a correction to the details listed, please email info@hearingtracker.com.

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Widex UNIQUE Technology Details

Widex UNIQUE 440
Rating
82%

15 reviews
Directionality
Tinnitus Relief

Technology specifications listed above may be incomplete or inaccurate. For full specifications please refer to product specifications published by the original equipment manufacturer. To suggest a correction to the details listed, please email info@hearingtracker.com.

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Widex UNIQUE Accessories

CALL-DEX

CALL-DEX

Streams conversations straight from mobile phones to Widex hearing aids.

Functions

  • Smartphone Streamer

Compatible Aids

  • UNIQUE Passion
  • UNIQUE Fusion
  • UNIQUE Fashion
COM-DEX

COM-DEX

A neck-worn streamer that delivers high-quality sound from any Android phone or Bluetooth device to Widex hearing aids.

Functions

Compatible Aids

  • UNIQUE Passion
  • UNIQUE Fusion
  • UNIQUE Fashion
FM+DEX

FM+DEX

Functions

Compatible Aids

  • UNIQUE Passion
  • UNIQUE Fusion
  • UNIQUE Fashion
PHONE-DEX

PHONE-DEX

Functions

  • Landline Phone

Compatible Aids

  • UNIQUE Passion
  • UNIQUE Fusion
  • UNIQUE Fashion
RC-DEX

RC-DEX

Functions

  • Remote Control

Compatible Aids

  • UNIQUE Passion
  • UNIQUE Fusion
  • UNIQUE Fashion
TV-DEX

TV-DEX

Functions

  • TV Streamer

Compatible Aids

  • UNIQUE Passion
  • UNIQUE Fusion
  • UNIQUE Fashion
UNI-DEX

UNI-DEX

Streams audio from any device with a head-set mini-jack, including mobile phones, tablets, computers, or even the armrest audio players on airplanes.

Functions

Compatible Aids

  • UNIQUE Passion
  • UNIQUE Fusion
  • UNIQUE Fashion

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Widex UNIQUE Videos

Widex UNIQUE Video 15 October 2015

Widex UNIQUE Wind Noise Attenuation

Benefits of the Wind Noise Attenuator (WNA): Improved speech understanding in wind Better sound quality in windy conditions Less chance...

Widex UNIQUE Video 15 October 2015

Widex UNIQUE Analog-to-Digital Converters

This Widex video explains the benefits of their new 4 A/D converter system: 4 dedicated A/D converters - deliver full feature functionality...

Widex UNIQUE Video 15 October 2015

Widex UNIQUE Sound Class Technology

Sound class technology – means less need for changing programs Distinct sound classes – automatically classifies the sound...

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Widex UNIQUE Reviews

Hearing aid reviews are fundamentally different from reviews for most other consumer electronic products. The reason is because individual factors, like degree of hearing loss, have a profound effect one's success and overall satisfaction with the product. When purchasing a hearing aid, you'll need to consider more than just your hearing outcome ... Continue reading

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Overall Ratings

Hearing Tracker uses a ten-question survey to assess consumer feedback on hearing aids. The percentage bars below reflect the average ratings provided per question, averaged across all hearing aids belonging to this family of devices.
Note: Original answers provided in star rating format.

Benefit in Quiet
No data available
91%
Benefit in Noise
No data available
75%
Benefit on the Phone
No data available
83%
Clear and Natural
No data available
85%
Music Improvement
No data available
70%
Physical Comfort
No data available
91%
Reliability
No data available
75%
Feedback
No data available
83%
Hearing Improvement
No data available
85%
Value
No data available
70%
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Member 23 March 2019
Widex UNIQUE Fusion
This is the only hearing aid and the only brand I have used, however, since then two years now, I was promoted two time on my job, and currently working on a third promotion. I think thing going well with my hearing aid. Note; okay, on the question "How were your hearing aids fitted?" I don't find my professional, I got this on buyhear . com website and it was fitted over Internet. No way to explain that on that question, so I will say "My hearing aids were delivered pre-programmed"
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Member 03 October 2018
Widex UNIQUE Passion
This is the third set of aids I've owned. The last was Oticon Nera Pro which I liked. These are better in terms of performance and the passion size is great in terms of visibility/style.
Member
Member 15 August 2018
Widex UNIQUE Passion
Recently upgraded to these hearing aids and am still evaluating their performance.
William N
William N 31 October 2017
Widex UNIQUE Fusion
My biggest problem with my hearing aids is probably the same as everyone else who wears hearing aids. When I am in a complex scenario such as a crowded restaurant or busy lobby, my comprehension of the spoken word is less than 50%. Wish that for the type of money spent it was better than that.
capelyddol
capelyddol 13 October 2017
Widex UNIQUE Fusion
I've only been wearing them for a month and they're still under test. I've had three appointments with my audi during this time and their performance has improved after tweaking. I expect they will continue to do so and my star rating may well increase over time. I will almost certainly be keeping them. I've not tested any others but I feel I'll eventually be happy with the Widex Unique 440s.
Sebrena A
Sebrena A 29 March 2017
Widex UNIQUE Fusion
I'm getting an ear mold to help with the feedback but otherwise the Widex hearing aids work great. The sound is clear and they are comfortable to wear.
Don K
Don K 15 February 2017
Widex UNIQUE Fashion
Working great!
Member
Member 20 December 2016
Widex UNIQUE Fusion
I have moderate to severe tinnitus which will not go away. However, the hearing aids do help me function and do help to relieve the worst effects of the disease.
Member
Member 28 October 2016
Widex UNIQUE Fusion
I am very satisfied with it so far.
Beth P
Beth P 11 August 2016
Widex UNIQUE Fusion
Excellent hearing aids! the Unique 440's were the 3rd set I tried,- no other sets sounded "natural" but when I came to Sound Advice, Kathleen took the time to address problems I had with other aids & found the right fit for me! I Highly recommend these aids & Sound Advice.
DAn B
DAn B 22 July 2016
Widex UNIQUE Passion
Currently trialing a pair of Widex Unique 440's to replace my 6 year old Passion Mind 440's. The difference is several orders of magnitude better. I remember in the audiologists office, putting on the Uniques and thinking something was not quite right. I just wasn't hearing what I usually heard with my old aids. It wasn't until I left the office and a couple of hours later that I figured out what the problem was: I WASN'T hearing all that background noise that the old aids were picking up. The Uniques sounded far more natural. Traffic sounds no longer drove me crazy, the incredible noise in my car was no longer bothersome. At home I was no longer hearing the loud sounds of AC units and refrigerators - BUT I was hearing the things I wanted to hear. In crowded restaurants where I had previously always switched to a muted "comfort" program, I was actually able to enjoy the meal despite being seated near the bar area where loud music was playing. I actually could forget I was wearing the aids, they were that comfortable (from a sound perspective). Stores, crying babies, so far everything seems to be better. No problem with voice/tv, etc. Even phone usage is easier and better. Granted I have only had them a few days, but so far, I am very impressed. Not having to change programs (the aids do it automatically for you) is a real blessing, as I no longer have to carry a remote. These are definitely worth your attention if you are thinking of buying or upgrading hearing aids.
Charles M
Charles M 18 July 2016
Widex UNIQUE Fusion
I have only been evaluating these for about a month, its a very natural sounding hearing aid and the switching between "soundclasses" is pretty seamless. I wish it had the ability to turn off the back microphones like Phonak, which makes this less effective in noisy situations. The streamer that plugs into the phone and worn around the neck is terrific for phone or computer use. Only for speech though, music sounds pretty awful. In general, music is not great with these. Do not use the standalone music program, it sounds quite unnatural. Best is to have the audiologist add a 2nd Universal program and "freeze" that one for music use I have not decided to keep these yet, still evaluating.
Maurice M
Maurice M 04 April 2016
Widex UNIQUE Fusion
I am 75 years old and have had these hearing aids for a few weeks and found them to be extremely easy to fit after an initial problem with domes which were both uncomfortable and gave the impression that they were blocking out normal hearing and that my ear canal was closed. Eventually requested my Audiologist to give me a selection of various types and sizes of domes and decided on the small tulip type and bingo sounds were improved to 'normal' once again. These were my first hearing aids and to say I was surprised to hear sounds I had forgotten about years ago would be a serious understatement. Can now hear birds singing in the trees and bushes, traffic sounds are now clear making driving and walking so much safer as I am aware of road users. Purchased the remote control and had it programmed for volume, music and comfort. One problem that bugs me is the sound of the wind whistling past my ears so I am hoping Widex will be able to resolve that and if so my review to be 5 stars in all respects bar the cost which I think is rather high.
Anonymous
Anonymous 04 February 2016
Widex UNIQUE Fashion
Anonymous
Anonymous 04 February 2016
Widex UNIQUE Fashion
The new Widex aids are wonderful and I am amazed at how easy they are to use.

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Member 04 July 2016
Donde puedo adquirir estos equipos por favor indiqueme a donde me puedo dirigir Gracias Rosaura Cáceres 0414-0678575
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Member 06 September 2016
Having trouble finding any information on Widex Unique 440 FS RIC Digital. Is it new and just released.
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Member 16 September 2016
A tiszta beszédhang hiányzik.A környezeti zajok erösebbek a beszéd hangnál.Zajos környezetben egyik programmal sem sikerült kiemelni a beszéd hangot.A szél zaj iserős. A labor nem tudja jobban beállitani a készüléket.
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Member 11 May 2017
Melyik laborban voltál? Ilyenen gondolkozom én is. Akkor nem ajánlod? Köszönöm
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Member 19 February 2018
I've got the 440s and my audiologist installed a Widex program called "Transport". Although it was originally intended to lower road noise, it's phenomenal for reducing ambient noise in crowded surroundings. Absolutely amazing! Hope this helps someone.
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Member 02 April 2018
perdi un audifono del par Fusion 440, como puedo reemplazarlo. Gracias
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Member 23 April 2018
I have had my Widex UNIQUE Passion 440 hearing aids for over a year and am generally quite pleased with them. I am troubled by a cracking noise often caused by running water, paper bags, flushing toilets, etc. Has anyone else experienced this and how can it be handled?
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Member 16 April 2021

I got my Widex Fusion 3 months ago, working fairly enough. Can I adjust the settings at home without going to my Audiologist? Any device needed to do that on my PC?

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