hear.com Horizon Mini IX vs. ReSound Nexia
Check out our comparison of the hear.com Horizon Mini IX vs ReSound Nexia. 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 ReSound Nexia Hearing Aids with Auracast are advanced hearing devices that feature the latest Bluetooth LE standard and Auracast broadcast audio technology, enhancing wireless connectivity and streaming capabilities. Launched in September 2023, these hearing aids offer a range of models suitable for mild to profound hearing loss, with options for hands-free calling, rechargeable batteries, and sophisticated noise reduction features.
Form Factor
Instant-Fit CIC
Form Factor
RITE
User Rating
User Rating
5.0
1 review
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
- Severe
Scoring
Build Quality
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Build Quality
5.0Above average
Battery
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Battery
4.6Above average
Bluetooth
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Bluetooth
5.0Above average
App Features
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App Features
4.5Above average
Comfort
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Comfort
5.0Above average
Design
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Design
5.0Above average
Value
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Value
3.1Below average
Handling
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Handling
4.5Above average
SoundScore
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SoundScore
3.9Above average
Pro Support
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Pro Support
5.0Above 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
Streaming Music
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
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Streaming Music
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
3.5mm Line to Streaming
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3.5mm Line to Streaming
- Multi Mic
Battery Charger
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Battery Charger
- Premium Charger
- Standard Charger
- Desktop Charger
Bluetooth Streamer
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Bluetooth Streamer
- Unite Phone Clip+
CROS System
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CROS System
- Nexia RIE CROS
FM to Digital Streaming
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FM to Digital Streaming
- Multi Mic
Remote Adjustments
—
Remote Adjustments
- ReSound Smart 3D app
Remote Control
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Remote Control
- Unite Phone Clip+
- Unite Remote Control 2
- ReSound Smart 3D app
Remote Microphone
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Remote Microphone
- Micro Mic
- Multi Mic
Smartphone App
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Smartphone App
- ReSound Smart 3D app
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
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Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
- Unite Phone Clip+
TV Streamer
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TV Streamer
- Unite TV Streamer 2
- ReSound TV Streamer+
Telecoil Streamer
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Telecoil Streamer
- Multi Mic
Software
Adjustment Bands
20
Adjustment Bands
17
Adjustment Synchronization
e2e wireless 4.0
Adjustment Synchronization
—
Directionality
Binaural OneMic directionality
Directionality
Front Focus
Synchronized SoftSwitching™
Echo Reduction
Auto EchoShield
Echo Reduction
—
Environmental Adaptation
—
Environmental Adaptation
360 All Around
Environmental Optimizer II
Expansion
—
Expansion
3 settings
Extended Dynamic Range
Yes
Extended Dynamic Range
—
Extended bandwidth
12kHz
Extended bandwidth
—
Feedback Suppression
Feedback cancellation
Feedback Suppression
DFS Ultra III
Listening Programs
6
Listening Programs
Fully flexible programs: 4
New User Adaptation
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New User Adaptation
Synchronized Acceptance Manager
Noise Reduction
SoundSmoothing™: 3
Noise Reduction
NoiseTracker™ II: 5 settings
Processing Channels
48
Processing Channels
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Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
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Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
Impulse Noise Reduction: 3 settings
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Sound Generator
Unique Amplification Strategy
Advanced Focus Streams: 3
Dynamic Soundscape Processing 3.0: 5/5
Speech & Noise Management: 5/5
SpeechStabilizer
Unique Amplification Strategy
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Wind Noise Reduction
eWindScreen binaural
Wind Noise Reduction
Wind Guard: 3 settings
Hardware
Bluetooth® Audio
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Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Android (ASHA)
- Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
- Bluetooth® Auracast™
Disposable Batteries
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Disposable Batteries
—
Hands-Free Calling
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Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Accessory required (Android)
IP Rating (Liquid)
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IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Solid)
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IP Rating (Solid)
6
Made For iPhone
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Made For iPhone
Lowest iOS Version
12.0
Mic + Speaker In Ear
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Mic + Speaker In Ear
Yes
Push Button
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Push Button
Push Button Options
- Program control
- Volume Control
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Tap Controls
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Tap Controls
Tap Options
- Accept/end calls
Telecoil
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Telecoil
—
Volume Rocker
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Volume Rocker
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