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Oticon Intent vs. Phonak Virto Paradise

Check out our comparison of the Oticon Intent vs Phonak Virto Paradise. 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 Oticon Intent is a state-of-the-art hearing aid launched in February 2024, featuring advanced Deep Neural Network (DNN 2.0) technology for enhanced speech clarity in noisy environments and 4D sensor technology for adaptive sound settings. It offers improved connectivity with Bluetooth LE and Auracast-ready technology, faster rechargeability, and a compact design, making it suitable for a wide range of hearing loss levels.

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Product Description

The Phonak Virto Paradise is a custom in-the-ear hearing aid offering advanced features such as universal connectivity for hands-free calling and streaming on both iPhone and Android devices. Available in various models and technology levels, it includes options like the durable titanium shell and a range of power levels to accommodate different degrees of hearing loss.

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

Audio Files

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Streaming Music
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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.

Hardware

Accelerometer
Yes
Accelerometer
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
  • Android (ASHA)
  • Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
  • Bluetooth® Auracast™
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
  • Bluetooth® (A2DP)
Disposable Batteries
Disposable Batteries
Battery Size
312
Gyroscope
Yes
Gyroscope
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
  • Android (ASHA)
  • Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
  • Bluetooth® (HFP)
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Liquid)
IP Rating (Solid)
6
IP Rating (Solid)
Made For iPhone
Lowest iOS Version
15.3
Made For iPhone
Push Button
Push Button Options
  • Program control
  • Volume Control
  • Mute control
  • Power on/off
  • Call accept/reject
  • Tinnitus volume
  • Airplane Mode
Push Button
Push Button Options
  • Program control
  • Volume Control
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Rechargeable Batteries
Tap Controls
Tap Options
  • Accept/end calls
Tap Controls
Telecoil
Yes
Telecoil
Volume Rocker
Volume Rocker
Yes

Software

AI Noise Removal
Neural Noise Suppression: 12 dB / 6 dB
AI Noise Removal
Adjustment Bands
24
Adjustment Bands
20
Adjustment Synchronization
Adjustment Synchronization
QuickSync
Audio Stream Mixer
Audio Stream Mixer
Environmental Balance
Automatic Phone Program
Automatic Phone Program
Better Ear Focus
Better-Ear Priority
Better Ear Focus
Directionality
Directionality
UltraZoom: Premium
Ear Simulation
Virtual Outer Ear: 3 configurations
Ear Simulation
Echo Reduction
Echo Reduction
EchoBlock
Environmental Adaptation
Environmental Adaptation
AutoSense OS: 4.0
Extended Dynamic Range
Clear Dynamics
Extended Dynamic Range
Extended bandwidth
Yes
Extended bandwidth
Feedback Suppression
Feedback Shield
MoreSound Optimizer™
Feedback Suppression
WhistleBlock
Frequency Lowering
Speech Rescue™
Frequency Lowering
SoundRecover2
Handling noise reduction
Wind & Handling Stabilizer
Handling noise reduction
Listening Programs
4
Listening Programs
4
New User Adaptation
Adaptation Management
New User Adaptation
auto Acclimatization
Noise Reduction
Noise Reduction
NoiseBlock
Occlusion Reduction
Occlusion Reduction
AOV
Phone in Stereo
Phone in Stereo
DuoPhone
Preference Adaptation
Preference Adaptation
User Preference Tuning
Processing Channels
64
Processing Channels
Soft Speech Boost
Soft Speech Booster
Soft Speech Boost
Spatial Awareness
Spatial Sound™: 4 estimators
Spatial Awareness
Spatial Noise Cancellation
Spatial Balancer: 100%
Spatial Noise Cancellation
Dynamic Noise Cancellation
Streaming Bass Boost
Power bass
Streaming Bass Boost
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
SuddenSound Stabilizer: 6 Configurations
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
SoundRelax
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus SoundSupport™
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Balance
Unique Amplification Strategy
Environment classifier: 5 configurations
MoreSound Amplifier 3.0
MoreSound Intelligence 3.0: Level 1
Sound Enhancer: 3 configurations
Unique Amplification Strategy
Speech Enhancer
Wind Noise Reduction
Wind & Handling Stabilizer
Wind Noise Reduction
WindBlock

Accessories

Accessory Connectivity
Accessory Connectivity
  • RogerDirect™
Battery Charger
  • Desktop Charger
  • Intent SmartCharger
Battery Charger
Bluetooth Streamer
  • ConnectClip
Bluetooth Streamer
Landline to Streaming
  • Phone Adapter 2.0
Landline to Streaming
Power Pack
  • Intent SmartCharger
Power Pack
Remote Adjustments
  • Companion App
Remote Adjustments
  • myPhonak App
Remote Control
  • Companion App
  • ConnectClip
  • Remote Control 3.0
Remote Control
  • myPhonak App
  • RemoteControl
Remote Microphone
  • ConnectClip
Remote Microphone
  • PartnerMic™
Smartphone App
  • Companion App
Smartphone App
  • myPhonak App
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
  • ConnectClip
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
TV Streamer
  • TV Adapter 3.0
TV Streamer
  • TV Connector