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hear.com Horizon AX vs. Starkey Evolv AI
Check out our comparison of the hear.com Horizon AX vs Starkey Evolv AI. Listen to audio samples and see how the two hearing aids differ in terms of sound performance, features, accessories, and more.
Summary
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.
Product Description
The Starkey Evolv AI is a sophisticated hearing aid that combines advanced hearing technology with wellness tracking features. Available in various styles and technology levels, it offers automatic adjustments, motion sensors for fall detection, and seamless connectivity with both iOS and Android devices, making it ideal for tech-savvy users looking for comprehensive hearing and health support.
Form Factor
RITE
Form Factor
RITE
User Rating
4.2
13 reviews
User Rating
4.2
13 reviews
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
- Severe
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
- Severe
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.
Hardware
Accelerometer
Yes
Accelerometer
—
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Android (ASHA)
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Android (ASHA)
Disposable Batteries
—
Disposable Batteries
—
Hands-Free Calling
—
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Solid)
6
IP Rating (Solid)
5
Made For iPhone
Lowest iOS Version
12.0
Made For iPhone
Lowest iOS Version
11
Push Button
—
Push Button
—
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Tap Controls
—
Tap Controls
Tap Options
- Play/Pause
- Voice assistant
Telecoil
—
Telecoil
Yes
Volume Rocker
—
Volume Rocker
Yes
Software
Adjustment Bands
20
Adjustment Bands
—
Adjustment Synchronization
e2e wireless 4.0
Adjustment Synchronization
—
Automatic Phone Program
TwinPhone
Automatic Phone Program
—
Directionality
Binaural Directionality
Yes
Spatial SpeechFocus
Directionality
- 24
E2E Directionality
Echo Reduction
EchoShield
Echo Reduction
—
Environmental Adaptation
—
Environmental Adaptation
Environment Manager
Extended Dynamic Range
Yes
Extended Dynamic Range
—
Extended bandwidth
12kHz
Extended bandwidth
—
Fall Detection
—
Fall Detection
Fall Alert
Feedback Suppression
Feedback cancellation
Feedback Suppression
Feedback Control
Frequency Lowering
Frequency Compression
Frequency Lowering
Frequency Lowering
Listening Programs
6
Listening Programs
—
Machine Learning
—
Machine Learning
Machine Learning
Machine Noise Reduction
—
Machine Noise Reduction
E2E Machine Noise Adaptation: 4 options
Noise Reduction
SoundSmoothing™: 3
Speech and noise management: 7
Noise Reduction
—
Own Voice Comfort
OVP™
Own Voice Comfort
—
Phone in Stereo
—
Phone in Stereo
E2E Phone Streaming
Processing Channels
48
Processing Channels
Sound Imaging: 24
Spatial Noise Cancellation
—
Spatial Noise Cancellation
Noise Control: 4 levels
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Relief
Multiflex Tinnitus Pro
Unique Amplification Strategy
Augmented Focus™
Dynamic Soundscape Processing 2.0
Sound Clarity: 5/5
Speech Quality: 5/5
Unique Amplification Strategy
Edge Mode: Maximum
- 24
Voice AI
Wind Noise Reduction
eWindScreen binaural
Wind Noise Reduction
E2E Wind Noise Management: 4 options
Accessories
3.5mm Line to Streaming
—
3.5mm Line to Streaming
- StarLink Remote Microphone +
- StarLink TV Streamer
Battery Charger
- Charger with Qi-Charger Pad
Battery Charger
- Charger
- Mini Turbo Charger
Bluetooth Streamer
- StreamLine Mic
Bluetooth Streamer
- StarLink Remote Microphone +
FM to Digital Streaming
—
FM to Digital Streaming
- StarLink Remote Microphone +
Hearing Aid Dryer
—
Hearing Aid Dryer
—
Heart Rate Monitoring
—
Heart Rate Monitoring
- Thrive App
Power Pack
—
Power Pack
—
Remote Adjustments
- Horizon App
Remote Adjustments
- Thrive App
Remote Control
- Horizon App
- miniPocket
Remote Control
- Remote
- Thrive App
Remote Microphone
- StreamLine Mic
Remote Microphone
- StarLink Remote Microphone +
- StarLink Mini Remote Microphone
- StarLink Table Microphone
Smartphone App
- Horizon App
Smartphone App
- Thrive App
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
- StreamLine Mic
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
- StarLink Remote Microphone +
TV Streamer
- StreamLine TV
TV Streamer
- StarLink TV Streamer
Telecoil Streamer
—
Telecoil Streamer
- StarLink Remote Microphone +
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