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Philips HearLink vs. Phonak Virto Paradise

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

From$1,499a pair
From$3,198a pair

Summary

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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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

Hardware

Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
  • Android (ASHA)
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
  • Bluetooth® (A2DP)
Disposable Batteries
Disposable Batteries
Battery Size
312
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
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
14.0
Made For iPhone
Push Button
Push Button Options
  • Program control
  • Volume Control
Push Button
Push Button Options
  • Program control
  • Volume Control
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Rechargeable Batteries
Telecoil
Yes
Telecoil
Volume Rocker
Yes
Volume Rocker
Yes

Software

AI Noise Removal
Noise Reduction Mode: 4 options
Speech Clarifier: 3 options
AI Noise Removal
Adjustment Bands
24
Adjustment Bands
20
Adjustment Synchronization
Binaural Volume and Program Change
Adjustment Synchronization
QuickSync
Audio Stream Mixer
Audio Stream Mixer
Environmental Balance
Automatic Phone Program
Automatic Phone Program
Directionality
Adaptive Directionality
Dynamic Directionality: 3 options
Fixed Directional
Directionality
UltraZoom: Premium
Ear Simulation
Pinna Mode: 2 options
Ear Simulation
Echo Reduction
Echo Reduction
EchoBlock
Environmental Adaptation
Environmental Adaptation
AutoSense OS: 4.0
Extended Dynamic Range
Yes
Extended Dynamic Range
Extended bandwidth
10kHz
Extended bandwidth
Feedback Suppression
Feedback Canceller
Feedback Suppression
WhistleBlock
Frequency Lowering
Yes
Frequency Lowering
SoundRecover2
Listening Programs
4
Listening Programs
4
New User Adaptation
New User Adaptation
auto Acclimatization
Noise Reduction
Comfort Control: 4 options
Soft Noise Management
Noise Reduction
NoiseBlock
Occlusion Reduction
Occlusion Reduction
AOV
Phone in Stereo
Phone in Stereo
DuoPhone
Preference Adaptation
Preference Adaptation
User Preference Tuning
Spatial Noise Cancellation
Binaural Noise Management
Spatial Noise Cancellation
Dynamic Noise Cancellation
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
SoundProtect Transient Noise Reduction: 6 options
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
SoundRelax
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus SoundSupport
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Balance
Unique Amplification Strategy
Unique Amplification Strategy
Speech Enhancer
Wind Noise Reduction
SoundProtect Wind Noise Management
Wind Noise Reduction
WindBlock

Accessories

Accessory Connectivity
Accessory Connectivity
  • RogerDirect™
Battery Charger
  • Standard Charger
  • Charger Plus
Battery Charger
CROS System
  • CROS MNR T R
CROS System
Remote Adjustments
  • HearLink 2 app
Remote Adjustments
  • myPhonak App
Remote Control
  • AudioClip
  • HearLink 2 app
  • Remote Control
Remote Control
  • myPhonak App
  • RemoteControl
Remote Microphone
  • AudioClip
Remote Microphone
  • PartnerMic™
Smartphone App
  • HearLink 2 app
Smartphone App
  • myPhonak App
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
  • AudioClip
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
TV Streamer
  • TV Adapter
TV Streamer
  • TV Connector