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Earlens Hearing System vs. Signia Silk Charge&Go IX

Check out our comparison of the Earlens Hearing System vs Signia Silk Charge&Go IX. 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 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 Signia Silk Charge&Go IX is a groundbreaking, rechargeable completely-in-canal (CIC) hearing aid designed for people with mild to moderate hearing loss. It offers up to 28 hours of battery life, instant fit with soft silicone ear tips, and wireless control via the Signia app, but lacks Bluetooth streaming and can be challenging to handle due to its small size.

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

Scoring

Build Quality
Build Quality
4.7Above average
Battery
Battery
4.4Above average
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
App Features
App Features
3.4Below average
Comfort
Comfort
4.5Above average
Design
Design
5.0Above average
Value
Value
2.4Below average
Handling
Handling
4.0Below average
SoundScore
SoundScore
3.7Above average
Pro Support
Pro Support
4.0Above average

Audio Files

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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
  • Charger
Battery Charger
Remote Adjustments
Remote Adjustments
  • Signia App
Remote Control
  • Control App
Remote Control
  • miniPocket
  • Signia App
Smartphone App
  • Control App
Smartphone App
  • Signia App

Software

Adjustment Bands
Adjustment Bands
20
Adjustment Synchronization
Adjustment Synchronization
e2e wireless 4.0
Directionality
Yes
Directionality
Binaural OneMic directionality
Echo Reduction
Echo Reduction
Auto EchoShield
Extended Dynamic Range
Extended Dynamic Range
Yes
Extended bandwidth
Yes
Extended bandwidth
12kHz
Feedback Suppression
Feedback Suppression
Feedback cancellation
Listening Programs
Listening Programs: 4
Listening Programs
6
Noise Reduction
Yes
Noise Reduction
SoundSmoothing™: 3
Processing Channels
Processing channels: 20
Processing Channels
48
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Relief
Unique Amplification Strategy
Unique Amplification Strategy
Advanced Focus Streams: 3
Dynamic Soundscape Processing 3.0: 5/5
Speech & Noise Management: 5/5
SpeechStabilizer
Wind Noise Reduction
Wind Noise Reduction
eWindScreen binaural

Hardware

Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
Bluetooth® Audio
Made For iPhone
Lowest iOS Version
12.0
Made For iPhone
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