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Philips HearLink 9050 vs. Phonak Virto Infinio

Check out our comparison of the Philips HearLink 9050 vs Phonak Virto Infinio. 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 9050 hearing aids, available at Costco for $1,499 per pair, are advanced rechargeable Bluetooth devices that utilize artificial intelligence and motion sensors to enhance speech understanding in noisy environments.

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Product Description

The Phonak Virto Infinio is a custom in-ear hearing aid line featuring advanced sound processing technology powered by Phonak's ERA chip, designed to enhance sound quality, connectivity, and personalization. Available in multiple form factors, these hearing aids offer a discreet and customizable solution for individuals with mild to severe 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
  • Profound

Hardware

Accelerometer
Yes
Accelerometer
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
  • Android (ASHA)
  • Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
  • Bluetooth® Auracast™
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
  • Bluetooth® (A2DP)
  • Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
  • Auracast™ Ready
Disposable Batteries
Disposable Batteries
Gyroscope
Yes
Gyroscope
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
  • Android (ASHA)
  • Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
  • Bluetooth® (HFP)
  • Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Solid)
6
IP Rating (Solid)
6
Made For iPhone
Lowest iOS Version
15.3
Made For iPhone
Push Button
Push Button Options
  • Program control
  • Volume Control
  • Mute control
  • Power on/off
  • Call accept/reject
  • Tinnitus volume
  • Airplane Mode
Push Button
Push Button Options
  • Program control
  • Volume Control
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Tap Controls
Tap Options
  • Accept/end calls
Tap Controls
Tap Options
  • Voice assistant
  • Accept/end calls
  • Pause/Resume
Telecoil
Yes
Telecoil
Voice Assistant
Voice Assistant
Voice Assistant
  • Siri
  • Google

Software

AI Noise Removal
AI Noise Reduction
AI Noise Removal
Adjustment Bands
Yes
Adjustment Bands
20
Adjustment Synchronization
Adjustment Synchronization
QuickSync
Audio Stream Mixer
Audio Stream Mixer
Environmental Balance
Automatic Phone Program
Automatic Phone Program
Better Ear Focus
Yes
Better Ear Focus
Directionality
Directionality
SpeechSensor
StereoZoom 2.0
UltraZoom: Premium
Ear Simulation
3 options
Ear Simulation
Environmental Adaptation
Environmental Adaptation
AutoSense OS: 6.0
Extended Dynamic Range
Yes
Extended Dynamic Range
Extended bandwidth
10kHz
Extended bandwidth
Feedback Suppression
Yes
Feedback Suppression
WhistleBlock
Frequency Lowering
Yes
Frequency Lowering
SoundRecover2
Handling noise reduction
Yes
Handling noise reduction
Listening Programs
4
Listening Programs
4
New User Adaptation
Yes
New User Adaptation
auto Acclimatization
Noise Reduction
Noise Reduction
NoiseBlock
Occlusion Reduction
Occlusion Reduction
AOV
Phone in Stereo
Phone in Stereo
DuoPhone
Preference Adaptation
Preference Adaptation
User Preference Tuning
Processing Channels
64
Processing Channels
Soft Speech Boost
Yes
Soft Speech Boost
Spatial Awareness
4 options
Spatial Awareness
Spatial Noise Cancellation
Yes
Spatial Noise Cancellation
Dynamic Noise Cancellation
Streaming Bass Boost
Yes
Streaming Bass Boost
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
SoundGuide
SoundMap 3
Speech Clarifier: 5 options
Unique Amplification Strategy
Motion Sensor Hearing
Speech Enhancer
Wind Noise Reduction
SoundProtect Wind Noise Management
Wind Noise Reduction
WindBlock

Accessories

Accessory Connectivity
Accessory Connectivity
  • RogerDirect™
Battery Charger
  • Charger Plus miniRITE
  • HearLink desk charger
Battery Charger
Bluetooth Streamer
  • AudioClip
Bluetooth Streamer
Power Pack
  • Charger Plus miniRITE
Power Pack
Remote Adjustments
  • HearLink 2 app
Remote Adjustments
  • myPhonak App
Remote Control
  • AudioClip
  • Remote Control
  • HearLink 2 app
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