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Phonak Bolero M vs. Sony CRE-E10

Check out our comparison of the Phonak Bolero M vs Sony CRE-E10. Listen to audio samples and see how the two hearing aids differ in terms of sound performance, features, accessories, and more.

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Summary

Product Description

The Phonak Bolero Marvel is a versatile Behind-the-Ear (BTE) hearing aid designed for individuals with mild to severe hearing loss, offering excellent sound quality, robust connectivity, and ease of use. It features advanced sound processing, noise reduction, and universal Bluetooth connectivity, with options for rechargeable batteries and customization through the myPhonak app.

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Product Description

The Sony CRE-E10 Self-Fitting OTC Hearing Aid is a high-performing, earbud-style device designed for those with mild to moderate hearing loss. Priced at $1,299.99, it offers features such as Bluetooth audio streaming (iOS only), hands-free calling, and a rechargeable battery with up to 26 hours of life, making it a convenient and advanced option in the over-the-counter hearing aid market.

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Form Factor
BTE-F
Form Factor
Earbud
User Rating
User Rating
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
  • Mild
  • Moderate
  • Severe
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
  • Mild
  • Moderate

Scoring

Build Quality
Build Quality
4.9Above average
Battery
Battery
4.4Above average
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
3.0Below average
App Features
App Features
3.5Below average
Comfort
Comfort
4.5Above average
Design
Design
5.0Above average
Value
Value
4.1Above average
Handling
Handling
4.8Above average
SoundScore
SoundScore
5.0Above average
Pro Support
Pro Support
1.0Below average

Audio Files

Busy Café
Open Ear
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Busy Café
Open Ear
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Initial Fitting
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Tuned Fitting
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Quiet Office
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
Quiet Office
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
Initial Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Tuned Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Streaming Music
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
Streaming Music
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
Initial Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Tuned Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
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

3.5mm Line to Streaming
  • Roger EasyPen
3.5mm Line to Streaming
Accessory Connectivity
  • RogerDirect™
Accessory Connectivity
Landline to Streaming
  • Roger Select™
Landline to Streaming
Remote Adjustments
  • myPhonak App
Remote Adjustments
Remote Control
  • myPhonak App
  • RemoteControl
Remote Control
  • Hearing Control App
Remote Mic Neckloop
  • Roger MyLink
Remote Mic Neckloop
Remote Microphone
  • Roger EasyPen
  • Roger Pen
  • Roger Select™
  • Roger Table Mic II
  • PartnerMic™
  • Roger On
Remote Microphone
Remote Microphone (Mesh)
  • Roger EasyPen
  • Roger Table Mic II
Remote Microphone (Mesh)
Smartphone App
  • myPhonak App
Smartphone App
  • Hearing Control App
Smartphone Streamer
  • Roger Select™
Smartphone Streamer
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
  • Roger Select™
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
TV Streamer
  • Roger Select™
  • Roger On
  • TV Connector
TV Streamer

Software

Adjustment Bands
20
Adjustment Bands
Adjustment Synchronization
QuickSync
Adjustment Synchronization
Audio Stream Mixer
Environmental Balance
Audio Stream Mixer
Automatic Phone Program
EasyPhone
Automatic Phone Program
Directionality
UltraZoom: Premium
Directionality
Yes
Ear Simulation
Real Ear Sound
Ear Simulation
Echo Reduction
EchoBlock
Echo Reduction
Environmental Adaptation
AutoSense OS: 3.0
Environmental Adaptation
Feedback Suppression
WhistleBlock
Feedback Suppression
Yes
Frequency Lowering
SoundRecover2
Frequency Lowering
Listening Programs
3
Listening Programs
New User Adaptation
auto Acclimatization
New User Adaptation
Noise Reduction
NoiseBlock
Noise Reduction
Yes
Occlusion Reduction
AOV
Occlusion Reduction
Phone in Stereo
DuoPhone
Phone in Stereo
Preference Adaptation
User Preference Tuning
Preference Adaptation
Self-fitting
Self-fitting
  • Tuned based on hearing test through device
Spatial Noise Cancellation
SNR-Boost
Spatial Noise Cancellation
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
SoundRelax
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Balance
Tinnitus Relief
Wind Noise Reduction
WindBlock
Wind Noise Reduction
Yes

Hardware

Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
  • Bluetooth® (A2DP)
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
Disposable Batteries
Battery Size
312
Disposable Batteries
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
  • Bluetooth® (HFP)
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
  • Made for iPhone (MFi)
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Solid)
6
IP Rating (Solid)
6
Made For iPhone
Made For iPhone
Lowest iOS Version
13.0
Push Button
Push Button Options
  • Program control
  • Volume Control
  • Mute control
Push Button
Rechargeable Batteries
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Telecoil
Yes
Telecoil
Volume Rocker
Yes
Volume Rocker