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.
Philips HearLink
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Summary
Product Description
The new Philips HearLink hearing aids from Costco are available at multiple price points and in a few different models. Should you buy them?
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.
Form Factor
RITE
Form Factor
ITC
User Rating
2.8
19 reviews
User Rating
4.2
4 reviews
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
- Severe
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
- Severe
Accessories
Accessory Connectivity
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Accessory Connectivity
- RogerDirect™
Battery Charger
- Standard Charger
- Charger Plus
Battery Charger
—
Bluetooth Streamer
- AudioClip
Bluetooth Streamer
—
CROS System
- CROS MNR T R
CROS System
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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
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TV Streamer
- TV Adapter
TV Streamer
- TV Connector
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
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
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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
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