Oticon Zircon vs. Signia Pure Charge&Go IX
Check out our comparison of the Oticon Zircon vs Signia Pure Charge&Go IX. 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 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.
Product Description
I was very impressed with the Signia Pure Charge&Go IX's overall design, sound performance, and app capabilities. These cutting-edge hearing aids offer advanced features such as hands-free calling, iOS and Android streaming, and a robust 39-hour battery life.
Form Factor
RITE
Form Factor
RITE
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
- Severe
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
- Severe
Scoring
Build Quality
—
Build Quality
5.0Above average
Battery
—
Battery
4.5Above average
Bluetooth
—
Bluetooth
5.0Above average
App Features
—
App Features
5.0Above average
Comfort
—
Comfort
5.0Above average
Design
—
Design
4.8Above average
Value
—
Value
3.3Below average
Handling
—
Handling
4.6Above average
SoundScore
—
SoundScore
4.5Above average
Pro Support
—
Pro Support
5.0Above average
Audio Files
Busy Cafe
—
—
Busy Cafe
Quiet Office
—
—
Quiet Office
Streaming Music
—
—
Streaming Music
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
Battery Charger
- Oticon charger
- SmartCharger
Battery Charger
- Pure Charger
- Pure Dry&Clean Charger
- Pure Portable Charger
- Multi-Charger
Bluetooth Streamer
- ConnectClip
Bluetooth Streamer
- StreamLine Mic
- TV Sound
CROS System
- CROS PX
CROS System
- CROS Pure Charge&Go T AX
Hearing Aid Dryer
—
Hearing Aid Dryer
- Pure Dry&Clean Charger
Landline to Streaming
- Phone Adapter 2.0
Landline to Streaming
—
Power Pack
—
Power Pack
- Pure Portable Charger
Remote Adjustments
- Companion App
Remote Adjustments
- Signia App
Remote Control
- Remote Control 3.0
- ConnectClip
- Companion App
Remote Control
- Signia App
- miniPocket
Remote Microphone
- ConnectClip
Remote Microphone
- StreamLine Mic
Smartphone App
- On App
- Companion App
Smartphone App
- Signia App
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
- ConnectClip
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
- StreamLine Mic
TV Streamer
- TV Adapter 3.0
TV Streamer
- StreamLine TV
- TV Sound
Software
Adjustment Bands
Adjustment Bands: 14
Adjustment Bands
20
Adjustment Synchronization
—
Adjustment Synchronization
e2e wireless 4.0
Direction Selection
—
Direction Selection
- 5/5
Directionality
—
Directionality
Binaural Directionality
Spatial SpeechFocus
Ear Simulation
—
Ear Simulation
TruEar 360
Echo Reduction
—
Echo Reduction
Auto EchoShield
Environmental Adaptation
—
Environmental Adaptation
Conversation Dynamics Analyzer
Conversation Source Analyzer: 5/5
RealTime Conversation Enhancement: 5/5
Extended Dynamic Range
—
Extended Dynamic Range
Yes
Extended bandwidth
—
Extended bandwidth
12kHz
Feedback Suppression
Feedback Shield
SuperShield
Feedback Suppression
Feedback cancellation
Frequency Lowering
Speech Rescue™
Frequency Lowering
—
Listening Programs
—
Listening Programs
6
Noise Reduction
—
Noise Reduction
SoundSmoothing™: 3
Own Voice Comfort
—
Own Voice Comfort
OVP™ 2.0
Processing Channels
Processing Channels: 48
Processing Channels
48
Spatial Noise Cancellation
OpenSound Navigator™: On
Spatial Noise Cancellation
—
Streaming Bass Boost
Yes
Streaming Bass Boost
—
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
Transient Noise Management: On/Off
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
—
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus SoundSupport™
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Relief
Unique Amplification Strategy
Speech Guard™
Unique Amplification Strategy
Advanced Focus Streams: 3
Augmented Focus™
Conversation Booster: 5/5
Dynamic Soundscape Processing 3.0: 5/5
Speech & Noise Management: 5/5
SpeechStabilizer
Wind Noise Reduction
Wind Noise Management
Wind Noise Reduction
eWindScreen binaural
Hardware
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Android (ASHA)
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
- Bluetooth® (A2DP)
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Android (ASHA)
- Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
Disposable Batteries
—
Disposable Batteries
—
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Accessory required (Android)
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Android (ASHA)
- Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Solid)
6
IP Rating (Solid)
6
Push Button
Push Button Options
- Program control
- Volume Control
- Mute control
Push Button
—
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Tap Controls
—
Tap Controls
Tap Options
- Change program
- Accept/end calls
Telecoil
Yes
Telecoil
Yes
Volume Rocker
Yes
Volume Rocker
Yes
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