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Oticon Zircon vs. Philips HearLink

Check out our comparison of the Oticon Zircon vs Philips HearLink. See how the two hearing aids differ in terms of technology features, accessories, and more.

From$2,598a pair
From$1,499a pair

Summary

Product Description

The Oticon Zircon is a cost-effective hearing aid that integrates Oticon's advanced Polaris™ chip platform, designed to provide quality sound processing and essential features such as hands-free calling, audio streaming, and tinnitus support. Available in two technology levels and multiple styles, the Zircon offers flexibility for various hearing needs and comes with both rechargeable and standard battery options, making it a versatile choice for users seeking modern hearing aid technology at a lower price point.

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Product Description

The Philips HearLink 9040 hearing aids, available exclusively at Costco for $1,499.99 per pair, feature advanced AI speech enhancement technology from Demant. These hearing aids offer hands-free calling, Bluetooth streaming for iPhone and Android, and come in rechargeable and battery-powered variants, making them suitable for a range of hearing losses from mild to severe-to-profound.

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

Hardware

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
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
  • Accessory required (Android)
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
9.2
Made For iPhone
Lowest iOS Version
14.0
Push Button
Push Button Options
  • Program control
  • Volume Control
  • Mute control
Push Button
Push Button Options
  • Program control
  • Volume Control
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Telecoil
Yes
Telecoil
Yes
Volume Rocker
Yes
Volume Rocker
Yes

Software

AI Noise Removal
AI Noise Removal
Noise Reduction Mode: 4 options
Speech Clarifier: 3 options
Adjustment Bands
Adjustment Bands: 14
Adjustment Bands
24
Adjustment Synchronization
Adjustment Synchronization
Binaural Volume and Program Change
Directionality
Directionality
Adaptive Directionality
Dynamic Directionality: 3 options
Fixed Directional
Ear Simulation
Ear Simulation
Pinna Mode: 2 options
Extended Dynamic Range
Extended Dynamic Range
Yes
Extended bandwidth
Extended bandwidth
10kHz
Feedback Suppression
Feedback Shield
SuperShield
Feedback Suppression
Feedback Canceller
Frequency Lowering
Speech Rescue™
Frequency Lowering
Yes
Listening Programs
Listening Programs
4
Noise Reduction
Noise Reduction
Comfort Control: 4 options
Soft Noise Management
Processing Channels
Processing Channels: 48
Processing Channels
Spatial Noise Cancellation
OpenSound Navigator™: On
Spatial Noise Cancellation
Binaural Noise Management
Streaming Bass Boost
Yes
Streaming Bass Boost
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
Transient Noise Management: On/Off
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
SoundProtect Transient Noise Reduction: 6 options
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus SoundSupport™
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus SoundSupport
Unique Amplification Strategy
Speech Guard™
Unique Amplification Strategy
Wind Noise Reduction
Wind Noise Management
Wind Noise Reduction
SoundProtect Wind Noise Management

Accessories

Battery Charger
  • Oticon charger
  • SmartCharger
Battery Charger
  • Standard Charger
  • Charger Plus
Bluetooth Streamer
  • ConnectClip
Bluetooth Streamer
CROS System
  • CROS PX
CROS System
  • CROS MNR T R
Landline to Streaming
  • Phone Adapter 2.0
Landline to Streaming
Remote Adjustments
  • Companion App
Remote Adjustments
  • HearLink 2 app
Remote Control
  • Remote Control 3.0
  • ConnectClip
  • Companion App
Remote Control
  • AudioClip
  • HearLink 2 app
  • Remote Control
Remote Microphone
  • ConnectClip
Remote Microphone
  • AudioClip
Smartphone App
  • On App
  • Companion App
Smartphone App
  • HearLink 2 app
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
  • ConnectClip
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
  • AudioClip
TV Streamer
  • TV Adapter 3.0
TV Streamer
  • TV Adapter