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Oticon Intent vs. Sony CRE-E10

Check out our comparison of the Oticon Intent vs Sony CRE-E10. 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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From$2,898a pair
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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 Sony CRE-E10 Self-Fitting OTC Hearing Aid is a high-performing, earbud-style device designed for those with mild to moderate hearing loss. Priced at $1,299.99, it offers features such as Bluetooth audio streaming (iOS only), hands-free calling, and a rechargeable battery with up to 26 hours of life, making it a convenient and advanced option in the over-the-counter hearing aid market.

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

Audio Files

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Quiet Office
Open Ear
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Initial Fitting
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Tuned Fitting
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Quiet Office
Open Ear
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Initial Fitting
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Tuned Fitting
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Streaming Music
Open Ear
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Initial Fitting
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Tuned Fitting
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Streaming Music
Open Ear
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Initial Fitting
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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
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
Gyroscope
Yes
Gyroscope
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
  • Android (ASHA)
  • Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Solid)
6
IP Rating (Solid)
6
Made For iPhone
Lowest iOS Version
15.3
Made For iPhone
Lowest iOS Version
13.0
Push Button
Push Button Options
  • Program control
  • Volume Control
  • Mute control
  • Power on/off
  • Call accept/reject
  • Tinnitus volume
  • Airplane Mode
Push Button
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Tap Controls
Tap Options
  • Accept/end calls
Tap Controls
Telecoil
Yes
Telecoil

Software

AI Noise Removal
Neural Noise Suppression: 12 dB / 6 dB
AI Noise Removal
Adjustment Bands
24
Adjustment Bands
Better Ear Focus
Better-Ear Priority
Better Ear Focus
Directionality
Directionality
Yes
Ear Simulation
Virtual Outer Ear: 3 configurations
Ear Simulation
Extended Dynamic Range
Clear Dynamics
Extended Dynamic Range
Extended bandwidth
Yes
Extended bandwidth
Feedback Suppression
Feedback Shield
MoreSound Optimizer™
Feedback Suppression
Yes
Frequency Lowering
Speech Rescue™
Frequency Lowering
Handling noise reduction
Wind & Handling Stabilizer
Handling noise reduction
Listening Programs
4
Listening Programs
New User Adaptation
Adaptation Management
New User Adaptation
Noise Reduction
Noise Reduction
Yes
Processing Channels
64
Processing Channels
Self-fitting
Self-fitting
  • Tuned based on hearing test through device
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
Streaming Bass Boost
Power bass
Streaming Bass Boost
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
SuddenSound Stabilizer: 6 Configurations
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus SoundSupport™
Tinnitus Relief
Unique Amplification Strategy
Environment classifier: 5 configurations
MoreSound Amplifier 3.0
MoreSound Intelligence 3.0: Level 1
Sound Enhancer: 3 configurations
Unique Amplification Strategy
Wind Noise Reduction
Wind & Handling Stabilizer
Wind Noise Reduction
Yes

Accessories

Battery Charger
  • Desktop Charger
Battery Charger
Bluetooth Streamer
  • ConnectClip
Bluetooth Streamer
Landline to Streaming
  • Phone Adapter 2.0
Landline to Streaming
Remote Adjustments
  • Companion App
Remote Adjustments
Remote Control
  • Companion App
  • ConnectClip
  • Remote Control 3.0
Remote Control
  • Hearing Control App
Remote Microphone
  • ConnectClip
Remote Microphone
Smartphone App
  • Companion App
Smartphone App
  • Hearing Control App
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
  • ConnectClip
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
TV Streamer
  • TV Adapter 3.0
TV Streamer