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Eargo 7 vs. Oticon Zircon

Check out our comparison of the Eargo 7 vs Oticon Zircon. Listen to audio samples and see how the two hearing aids differ in terms of sound performance, features, accessories, and more.

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Summary

Product Description

The Eargo 7 is a nearly invisible, rechargeable over-the-counter hearing aid designed for individuals with mild to moderate hearing loss. It offers customizable sound settings via the Eargo app and provides clear speech in quieter settings, though it lacks Bluetooth streaming capabilities.

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Product Description

The Oticon Zircon is a cost-effective hearing aid that integrates Oticon's advanced Polaris™ chip platform, designed to provide quality sound processing and essential features such as hands-free calling, audio streaming, and tinnitus support. Available in two technology levels and multiple styles, the Zircon offers flexibility for various hearing needs and comes with both rechargeable and standard battery options, making it a versatile choice for users seeking modern hearing aid technology at a lower price point.

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Form Factor
Instant-Fit CIC
Form Factor
RITE
User Rating
User Rating
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
  • Mild
  • Moderate
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
  • Mild
  • Moderate
  • Severe

Scoring

Build Quality
4.0Below average
Build Quality
Battery
3.3Below average
Battery
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
App Features
3.5Below average
App Features
Comfort
3.9Below average
Comfort
Design
4.8Above average
Design
Value
2.0Below average
Value
Handling
3.0Below average
Handling
SoundScore
3.1Below average
SoundScore
Pro Support
1.0Below average
Pro Support

Audio Files

Busy Café
Open Ear-noisy
00:00 / 00:00
Initial Fitting-noisy
00:00 / 00:00
Tuned Fitting-noisy
00:00 / 00:00
Busy Café
Open Ear-noisy
00:00 / 00:00
Quiet Office
Open Ear-quiet
00:00 / 00:00
Initial Fitting-quiet
00:00 / 00:00
Tuned Fitting-quiet
00:00 / 00:00
Quiet Office
Open Ear-quiet
00:00 / 00:00
HearingTracker partners with HearAdvisor to provide recordings and performance data from an acoustic laboratory that follows standard scientific procedures. All hearing aids are fitted and performance-tested for mild sloping to moderate hearing loss. All audio samples cutoff above 10kHz.

Accessories

Battery Charger
  • Eargo Charger
Battery Charger
  • Oticon charger
  • SmartCharger
Bluetooth Streamer
Bluetooth Streamer
  • ConnectClip
CROS System
CROS System
  • CROS PX
Landline to Streaming
Landline to Streaming
  • Phone Adapter 2.0
Remote Adjustments
Remote Adjustments
  • Companion App
Remote Control
  • Eargo App
Remote Control
  • Remote Control 3.0
  • ConnectClip
  • Companion App
Remote Microphone
Remote Microphone
  • ConnectClip
Smartphone App
  • Eargo App
Smartphone App
  • On App
  • Companion App
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
  • ConnectClip
TV Streamer
TV Streamer
  • TV Adapter 3.0

Software

Adjustment Bands
Adjustment Bands
Adjustment Bands: 14
Environmental Adaptation
Sound Adjust+
Environmental Adaptation
Feedback Suppression
Feedback Suppression
Feedback Shield
SuperShield
Frequency Lowering
Frequency Lowering
Speech Rescue™
Listening Programs
4
Listening Programs
Noise Reduction
Yes
Noise Reduction
Processing Channels
Processing Channels
Processing Channels: 48
Self-fitting
  • Tuned based on audio preference selections
  • Tuned based on hearing test through device
Self-fitting
Spatial Noise Cancellation
Spatial Noise Cancellation
OpenSound Navigator™: On
Streaming Bass Boost
Streaming Bass Boost
Yes
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
Transient Noise Management: On/Off
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus SoundSupport™
Unique Amplification Strategy
Unique Amplification Strategy
Speech Guard™
Wind Noise Reduction
Wind Noise Reduction
Wind Noise Management

Hardware

Bluetooth® Audio
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
  • Android (ASHA)
Disposable Batteries
Disposable Batteries
Hands-Free Calling
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
  • Accessory required (Android)
IP Rating (Liquid)
7
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Solid)
IP Rating (Solid)
6
Push Button
Push Button
Push Button Options
  • Program control
  • Volume Control
  • Mute control
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Telecoil
Telecoil
Yes
Volume Rocker
Volume Rocker
Yes