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Philips HearLink vs. Sony CRE-C20

Check out our comparison of the Philips HearLink vs Sony CRE-C20. See how the two hearing aids differ in terms of technology features, accessories, and more.

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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 Sony CRE-C20 is a discreet, over-the-counter hearing aid designed for individuals with mild to moderate hearing loss, featuring a compact size and rechargeable battery for up to 28 hours of use. While it offers a user-friendly setup and an Auto Sound Analyzer for enhanced speech clarity, it lacks Bluetooth streaming capabilities, which may be a consideration for users seeking more advanced connectivity options.

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Form Factor
RITE
Form Factor
Instant-Fit CIC
User Rating
User Rating
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
  • Mild
  • Moderate
  • Severe
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
  • Mild
  • Moderate

Hardware

Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
  • Android (ASHA)
Bluetooth® Audio
Disposable Batteries
Disposable Batteries
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
Hands-Free Calling
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Solid)
6
IP Rating (Solid)
6
Made For iPhone
Lowest iOS Version
14.0
Made For iPhone
Push Button
Push Button Options
  • Program control
  • Volume Control
Push Button
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Telecoil
Yes
Telecoil
Volume Rocker
Yes
Volume Rocker

Software

AI Noise Removal
Noise Reduction Mode: 4 options
Speech Clarifier: 3 options
AI Noise Removal
Adjustment Bands
24
Adjustment Bands
Adjustment Synchronization
Binaural Volume and Program Change
Adjustment Synchronization
Ear-to-Ear Wireless Link
Directionality
Adaptive Directionality
Dynamic Directionality: 3 options
Fixed Directional
Directionality
Yes
Ear Simulation
Pinna Mode: 2 options
Ear Simulation
Environmental Adaptation
Environmental Adaptation
Situation Analyzer
Extended Dynamic Range
Yes
Extended Dynamic Range
Extended bandwidth
10kHz
Extended bandwidth
Extended bandwidth: 12kHz
Feedback Suppression
Feedback Canceller
Feedback Suppression
Yes
Frequency Lowering
Yes
Frequency Lowering
Listening Programs
4
Listening Programs
Noise Reduction
Comfort Control: 4 options
Soft Noise Management
Noise Reduction
Yes
Processing Channels
Processing Channels
Processing Channels: 48
Self-fitting
Self-fitting
  • Tuned based on hearing test through device
Spatial Noise Cancellation
Binaural Noise Management
Spatial Noise Cancellation
Ear-to-Ear Wireless Link
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
SoundProtect Transient Noise Reduction: 6 options
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
Yes
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus SoundSupport
Tinnitus Relief
Wind Noise Reduction
SoundProtect Wind Noise Management
Wind Noise Reduction
Yes

Accessories

Battery Charger
  • Standard Charger
  • Charger Plus
Battery Charger
Bluetooth Streamer
  • AudioClip
Bluetooth Streamer
CROS System
  • CROS MNR T R
CROS System
Remote Adjustments
  • HearLink 2 app
Remote Adjustments
Remote Control
  • AudioClip
  • HearLink 2 app
  • Remote Control
Remote Control
Remote Microphone
  • AudioClip
Remote Microphone
Smartphone App
  • HearLink 2 app
Smartphone App
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
  • AudioClip
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
TV Streamer
  • TV Adapter
TV Streamer