Phonak Naída Lumity vs. Sony CRE-E10
Check out our comparison of the Phonak Naída Lumity 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.
Product Overview
Expert Ratings
Compare comprehensive test results and expert opinions.
HearingTracker Score
Not yet rated by our experts
Sony’s CRE-E10 is one of the strongest true self-fit OTC options we’ve tested, combining an earbud-like, comfortable in-ear design with excellent speech enhancement, strong feedback control, and genuinely impressive streamed audio quality and battery life, though it’s expensive for OTC, streaming is iPhone-only, and the lack of physical controls means you’re locked into the app for adjustments.
Read full reviewHearAdvisor SoundScore
Not yet rated by our experts
Sony CRE-E10 achieved a SoundScore of 4.7/5 and a SoundGrade of A in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #3 of 65 OTC Hearing Aid devices tested. The OTC Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 3.68/5.
Build Quality
Not yet rated by our experts
With an ingress rating of IP68, CRE-E10 offer excellent resistance to moisture and debris. They also feel well-built in hand and come with a sturdy charging case.
Battery
Not yet rated by our experts
CRE-E10 offer an impressive battery life of up to 26 hours. I also liked the portable charging case which offers you Qi wireless charging.
Bluetooth
Not yet rated by our experts
While CRE-E10 offers high quality audio streaming and hands-free calling, it only works with iOS devices. You may want to look elsewhere if you use an Android device.
App Features
Not yet rated by our experts
Sony's Hearing Control app is not as elaborate as some other OTC hearing aids. However, the on-ear hearing test is a nice addition and it offers you all basic adjustments you will likely need.
Comfort
Not yet rated by our experts
CRE-E10 are comfortable and fit like other earbud-like hearing aids. They were surprisingly lightweight and offered high quality audio without completely plugging my ears.
Design
Not yet rated by our experts
CRE-E10 have a modern earbud-like look which may be undesirable depending on your preferences. Unlike other hearing aids, CRE-E10 are all black and very visible in your ears.
Value
Not yet rated by our experts
Sony CRE-E10 has a value score of 4.1/5 based on lab performance and public display price.
Handling
Not yet rated by our experts
I had no issues wearing or adjusting CRE-E10 though it is worth mentioning that they do not have physical buttons, you must use Sony's Hearing Control app for programming changes.
Pro Support
Not yet rated by our experts
Sony does offer consultations with their product experts though this is not the same as hearing care from a licensed provider. You may want to look elsewhere if you would like assistance from a hearing care provider.
Lab Recordings
Listen to direct output recordings from our acoustic test lab.
Lab recordings not yet available
Lab recordings not yet available
Lab recordings not yet available
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 Combi BTE
The protective hardcase charger can transport hearing aids, offers a full day's battery life after three hours of charging, and with the optional Phonak Power Pack, enables on-the-go charging.
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.
Hearing Control App+1
App for setting up and controlling your Sony hearing aids.
PartnerMic™
Discreet remote microphone that helps to boost your partners voice in one-to-one conversations in noise.
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.
Hardware
- Bluetooth® (A2DP)
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Bluetooth® (HFP)
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Program control
- Volume Control
- Audio Stream Mix
- Voice assistant
- Accept/end calls
- Pause/Resume