Phonak Audéo Lumity vs. ReSound OMNIA
Check out our comparison of the Phonak Audéo Lumity vs ReSound OMNIA. Listen to audio samples and see how the two hearing aids differ in terms of sound performance, features, accessories, and more.
Product Overview
Expert Ratings
Compare comprehensive test results and expert opinions.
HearingTracker Score
Phonak Lumity Bluetooth Hearing Aids are advanced devices designed to enhance speech clarity and reduce background noise, featuring AutoSense OS™ 5.0 and StereoZoom 2.0 technology. These hearing aids offer hands-free connectivity for both iOS and Android devices, are rechargeable, and come in various models to suit different hearing needs and preferences.
Read full reviewThe ReSound OMNIA is a high-tech hearing aid family designed to improve hearing in noisy environments, featuring advanced directional microphones and a unique M&RIE microphone technology for natural sound pickup. Available in various styles, including Receiver-In-Ear, Behind-the-Ear, and custom in-ear models, the OMNIA offers Bluetooth streaming, hands-free calling for Apple devices, and a rechargeable battery option, making it a versatile choice for users with different hearing needs.
Read full reviewHearAdvisor SoundScore
Phonak Audéo Lumity achieved a SoundScore of 4.1/5 and a SoundGrade of A in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #23 of 39 Prescription Hearing Aid devices tested. The Prescription Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 4.19/5.
ReSound OMNIA RIE achieved a SoundScore of 3.9/5 and a SoundGrade of B in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #31 of 39 Prescription Hearing Aid devices tested. The Prescription Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 4.19/5.
Build Quality
Phonak Audeo Lumity RT have an excellent build quality with a robust, portable charging case and a high ingress rating of IP68.
Resound Omnia have an excellent build quality with a robust, portable charging case and a high ingress rating of IP68.
Battery
Lumity last around 16 hours, longer without any streaming, and should offer all-day battery life for many. It should take 3 hours for a full recharge which is similar to other prescription devices.
Omnia offer all-day battery life exceeding 24 hours, with a quick recharge time of 3 hours in the portable charger.
Bluetooth
Phonak Lumity are compatible with both iOS and Android, offering wireless audio streaming and hands-free calls.
Omnia are compatible with both iOS and Android, offering wireless audio streaming and hands-free calls.
App Features
I found the MyPhonak Hearing Aid app easy to use with many useful features, including health and fitness tracking.
I found Resound's Smart3D app easy to use with many useful features, including "Check My Fit" which helps with correct insertion. The app unfortunately lacks health and fitness tracking.
Comfort
Phonak Lumity were extremely comfortable and lightweight in my ears. In general, hearing care providers can make numerous physical changes to prescription hearing aids to improve comfort.
Omnia were extremely comfortable and lightweight in my ears. In general, hearing care providers can make numerous physical changes to prescription hearing aids like Real to improve comfort.
Design
Lumity are modern and sleek, though they are not the smallest hearing aids on the prescription market. They are also available in 11 different colors allowing you to customize the look of your hearing aids.
Omnia are sleek modern looking prescription hearing aids available in various styles and sizes. They also allow you to customize the look of your hearing aids with an array of color options.
Value
Phonak Audéo Lumity has a value score of 3.2/5 based on lab performance and public display price.
ReSound OMNIA RIE has a value score of 3.1/5 based on lab performance and public display price.
Handling
Lumity are easy to use and adjust using either the large multi-function button or MyPhonak app. I had no issues making adjustments with either.
Omnia are easy to use and adjust using either the multi-function button or Smart3D app. I had no issues making adjustments with either.
Pro Support
Prescription hearing aids like Lumity are fit by hearing care providers so you should receive quality care. The MyPhonak app also opens the possibility for remote programming and virtual follow-up appointments.
Prescription hearing aids like Omnia are fit by hearing care providers so you should receive quality care. The Smart3D app also opens the possibility for remote programming and virtual follow-up appointments.
Lab Recordings
Listen to direct output recordings from our acoustic test lab.
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
Compatible accessories for each hearing aid
RogerDirect™
As a break-through in hearing technology, Marvel hearing aids feature RogerDirect™ which allows the Roger technology to stream directly to Marvel hearing aids without having to attach an external receiver. This major innovation makes Roger technology easier to use and more attractive for a broader group ranging from mild to profound hearing loss. Roger technology makes use of intelligent and adaptive algorithms that continuously measure and precisely analyze noise levels to keep the Roger signal clearly audible above the background noise.
Charger Ease
Charges Audéo L-R and RT hearing aids in just three hours so you can enjoy a full day of hearing.
Premium Charger
Charges device when connected to power outlet, and also holds up to three full charges due to its onboard battery.
Standard Charger
Charges device when connected to power outlet.
Desktop Charger
A desktop charger for ReSound hearing aids. Does not charge on the go.
CROS Lumity
A CROS hearing aid is a system designed for individuals with unilateral hearing loss, where a microphone on the unaidable side transmits sound to a hearing aid on the better-hearing side.
myPhonak App+2
The myPhonak app allows you to access remote support, information about their hearing aids, and a hearing diary. The app also allows you to adjust the volume and pitch of your hearing aids, and change program settings.
RemoteControl
The Phonak RemoteControl provides a discreet way to control your Phonak hearing aids.
Unite Remote Control 2
Gives you push-button control of volume and program settings on your hearing aids and lets you manage streaming accessories.
Unite Phone Clip++2
Small enough to clip onto your shirt collar, it streams phone calls and audio to your hearing aids from any Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone or smartphone.
PartnerMic™
Discreet remote microphone that helps to boost your partners voice in one-to-one conversations in noise.
Multi Mic+3
A flexible remote microphone that can either be clipped to clothes or used as a tabletop mic for meetings. Use the mini-jack input for streaming audio from a music player to your hearing aids.
Micro Mic
A matchbook-sized remote wireless microphone that lets you hear from a distance up to 80 feet away.
ReSound Smart 3D app+2
Adjusts sound, volume and balance settings, tinnitus settings, and allows your provider to make remote adjustments to your hearing aid programs.
TV Connector
The Phonak TV Connector is a wireless accessory that streams audio directly from your TV or stereo system to your Phonak hearing aids, transforming them into wireless stereo headsets. Enjoy high-quality sound, independent volume control, and a long transmission range of up to 15 meters.
Roger On+1
Phonak Roger On is an advanced remote mic accessory developed by Phonak. It is designed to improve speech understanding in noisy environments, over distance, and when many people are speaking simultaneously. Equipped with MultiBeam 2.0 Technology, it provides a boost in understanding by capturing voices from all directions. The Roger On can connect to a variety of multimedia devices and is fully compatible with almost all hearing aids and cochlear implants that have a T-coil or a Roger receiver.
Unite TV Streamer 2
Streams stereo sound from the television directly to your hearing aids from up to 22 feet away.
Hardware
- Bluetooth® (A2DP)
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Android (ASHA)
- Bluetooth® (HFP)
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Accessory required (Android)
- Program control
- Volume Control
- Audio Stream Mix
- Program control
- Volume Control
- Voice assistant
- Accept/end calls
- Pause/Resume
- Siri