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Earlens Hearing System vs. hear.com Horizon AX

Check out our comparison of the Earlens Hearing System vs hear.com Horizon AX. See how the two hearing aids differ in terms of technology features, accessories, and more.

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Summary

Product Description

The Earlens Hearing System is a rechargeable hearing aid that uses direct mechanical vibrations to amplify sound, featuring a custom-fitted tympanic lens, ear tip, and behind-the-ear sound processor. Priced between $8,000 and $10,000, it offers superior sound quality and reduced feedback, but requires a detailed fitting process and regular maintenance.

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Product Description

The Hear.com Horizon AX hearing aids feature advanced Signia Augmented Xperience (AX) technology, offering dual processors for improved speech and noise separation, and unique features like Speech Focus, Panorama Effect, and Relax Mode. Available in two rechargeable behind-the-ear styles, these hearing aids support audio streaming from both iOS and Android devices, and provide up to 28 hours of wear time on a single charge.

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Form Factor
BTE
Form Factor
RITE
User Rating
User Rating
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
  • Mild
  • Moderate
  • Severe
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
  • Mild
  • Moderate
  • Severe

Hardware

Accelerometer
Accelerometer
Yes
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
  • Android (ASHA)
IP Rating (Liquid)
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Solid)
IP Rating (Solid)
6
Made For iPhone
Lowest iOS Version
12.0
Made For iPhone
Lowest iOS Version
12.0
Push Button
Push Button Options
  • Program control
  • Power on/off
Push Button
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Volume Rocker
Yes
Volume Rocker

Software

Adjustment Bands
Adjustment Bands
20
Adjustment Synchronization
Adjustment Synchronization
e2e wireless 4.0
Automatic Phone Program
Automatic Phone Program
TwinPhone
Directionality
Yes
Directionality
Binaural Directionality
Yes
Spatial SpeechFocus
Echo Reduction
Echo Reduction
EchoShield
Extended Dynamic Range
Extended Dynamic Range
Yes
Extended bandwidth
Yes
Extended bandwidth
12kHz
Feedback Suppression
Feedback Suppression
Feedback cancellation
Frequency Lowering
Frequency Lowering
Frequency Compression
Listening Programs
Listening Programs: 4
Listening Programs
6
Noise Reduction
Yes
Noise Reduction
SoundSmoothing™: 3
Speech and noise management: 7
Own Voice Comfort
Own Voice Comfort
OVP™
Processing Channels
Processing channels: 20
Processing Channels
48
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Relief
Unique Amplification Strategy
Unique Amplification Strategy
Augmented Focus™
Dynamic Soundscape Processing 2.0
Sound Clarity: 5/5
Speech Quality: 5/5
Wind Noise Reduction
Wind Noise Reduction
eWindScreen binaural

Accessories

Battery Charger
  • Charger
Battery Charger
  • Charger with Qi-Charger Pad
Bluetooth Streamer
Bluetooth Streamer
  • StreamLine Mic
Hearing Aid Dryer
Hearing Aid Dryer
Power Pack
Power Pack
Remote Adjustments
Remote Adjustments
  • Horizon App
Remote Control
  • Control App
Remote Control
  • Horizon App
  • miniPocket
Remote Microphone
Remote Microphone
  • StreamLine Mic
Smartphone App
  • Control App
Smartphone App
  • Horizon App
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
  • StreamLine Mic
TV Streamer
TV Streamer
  • StreamLine TV