hear.com Horizon Mini IX vs. JVC EH-Z1500
Check out our comparison of the hear.com Horizon Mini IX vs JVC EH-Z1500. Listen to audio samples and see how the two hearing aids differ in terms of sound performance, features, accessories, and more.
Summary
Product Description
Designed to be almost invisible, the Horizon Mini IX is extremely small, rechargeable, and offers impressive features for such a tiny device.
Product Description
The JVC EH-Z1500 OTC Hearing Aid is a high-quality, over-the-counter device designed to enhance hearing clarity and comfort for users with mild to moderate hearing loss. It features advanced sound processing technology, a discreet design, and easy-to-use controls, making it an excellent choice for those seeking an affordable hearing solution.
Form Factor
Instant-Fit CIC
Form Factor
Tube
User Rating
User Rating
4.0
1 review
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
Scoring
Build Quality
—
Build Quality
4.3Above average
Battery
—
Battery
4.3Above average
Bluetooth
—
Bluetooth
—
App Features
—
App Features
4.3Above average
Comfort
—
Comfort
3.5Below average
Design
—
Design
3.5Below average
Value
—
Value
3.9Above average
Handling
—
Handling
4.0Below average
SoundScore
—
SoundScore
3.9Above average
Pro Support
—
Pro Support
3.0Above average
Audio Files
Busy Café
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
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—
Busy Café
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
Initial Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Tuned Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Quiet Office
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
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—
Quiet Office
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
Initial Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Tuned Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
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
Remote Adjustments
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Remote Adjustments
- Tuned Hearing App
Remote Control
—
Remote Control
- Tuned Hearing App
Smartphone App
—
Smartphone App
- Tuned Hearing App
Software
Adjustment Bands
20
Adjustment Bands
—
Adjustment Synchronization
e2e wireless 4.0
Adjustment Synchronization
—
Directionality
Binaural OneMic directionality
Directionality
—
Echo Reduction
Auto EchoShield
Echo Reduction
—
Extended Dynamic Range
Yes
Extended Dynamic Range
—
Extended bandwidth
12kHz
Extended bandwidth
—
Feedback Suppression
Feedback cancellation
Feedback Suppression
—
Listening Programs
6
Listening Programs
—
Noise Reduction
SoundSmoothing™: 3
Noise Reduction
—
Processing Channels
48
Processing Channels
—
Self-fitting
—
Self-fitting
- Tuned based on hearing test through device
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Relief
—
Unique Amplification Strategy
Advanced Focus Streams: 3
Dynamic Soundscape Processing 3.0: 5/5
Speech & Noise Management: 5/5
SpeechStabilizer
Unique Amplification Strategy
—
Wind Noise Reduction
eWindScreen binaural
Wind Noise Reduction
Yes
Hardware
Disposable Batteries
—
Disposable Batteries
Battery Size
312
IP Rating (Liquid)
—
IP Rating (Liquid)
7
IP Rating (Solid)
—
IP Rating (Solid)
6
Push Button
—
Push Button
Push Button Options
- Program control
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Rechargeable Batteries
—
Telecoil
—
Telecoil
Yes
Volume Rocker
—
Volume Rocker
Yes
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