ReSound Vivia vs. Signia Silk Charge&Go IX
Check out our comparison of the ReSound Vivia vs Signia Silk Charge&Go IX. Listen to audio samples and see how the two hearing aids differ in terms of sound performance, features, accessories, and more.
Summary
Product Description
The ReSound Vivia is a cutting-edge, AI-driven hearing aid featuring a Deep Neural Network (DNN) trained on 25 years' worth of conversations to enhance speech clarity in noise. Designed as the world’s smallest microRIE hearing aid, it offers up to 30 hours of battery life, Bluetooth LE Audio with Auracast, and the Intelligent Focus feature, which prioritizes speech based on the user's line of sight for a more natural listening experience.
Product Description
The Signia Silk Charge&Go IX is a groundbreaking, rechargeable completely-in-canal (CIC) hearing aid designed for people with mild to moderate hearing loss. It offers up to 28 hours of battery life, instant fit with soft silicone ear tips, and wireless control via the Signia app, but lacks Bluetooth streaming and can be challenging to handle due to its small size.
Form Factor
RITE
Form Factor
Instant-Fit CIC
User Rating
User Rating
2.5
4 reviews
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
- Severe
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
Scoring
Build Quality
5.0Above average
Build Quality
4.7Above average
Battery
4.6Above average
Battery
4.4Above average
Bluetooth
5.0Above average
Bluetooth
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App Features
4.5Above average
App Features
3.4Below average
Comfort
5.0Above average
Comfort
4.5Above average
Design
5.0Above average
Design
5.0Above average
Value
3.1Below average
Value
2.4Below average
Handling
4.5Above average
Handling
4.0Below average
SoundScore
3.9Above average
SoundScore
3.7Above average
Pro Support
5.0Above average
Pro Support
4.0Above average
Audio Files
Busy Café
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
Initial Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Tuned Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Busy Café
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
Initial Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Tuned Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Quiet Office
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
Initial Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Tuned Fitting
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
Initial Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Tuned Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Streaming Music
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
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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
- Multi Mic
3.5mm Line to Streaming
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Battery Charger
- Premium Charger
- Standard Charger
- Desktop Charger
Battery Charger
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Bluetooth Streamer
- Unite Phone Clip+
Bluetooth Streamer
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FM to Digital Streaming
- Multi Mic
FM to Digital Streaming
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Remote Adjustments
- ReSound Smart 3D app
Remote Adjustments
- Signia App
Remote Control
- Unite Phone Clip+
- Unite Remote Control 2
- ReSound Smart 3D app
Remote Control
- miniPocket
- Signia App
Remote Microphone
- Micro Mic
- Multi Mic
Remote Microphone
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Smartphone App
- ReSound Smart 3D app
Smartphone App
- Signia App
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
- Unite Phone Clip+
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
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TV Streamer
- Unite TV Streamer 2
- ReSound TV Streamer+
TV Streamer
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Telecoil Streamer
- Multi Mic
Telecoil Streamer
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Software
Adjustment Bands
14
Adjustment Bands
20
Adjustment Synchronization
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Adjustment Synchronization
e2e wireless 4.0
Directionality
All Access Directionality
Binaural beamforming
Front Focus
Synchronized SoftSwitching™
Directionality
Binaural OneMic directionality
Echo Reduction
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Echo Reduction
Auto EchoShield
Environmental Adaptation
Environmental Optimizer
Environmental Adaptation
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Expansion
3 settings
Expansion
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Extended Dynamic Range
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Extended Dynamic Range
Yes
Extended bandwidth
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Extended bandwidth
12kHz
Feedback Suppression
DFS Ultra III
Feedback Suppression
Feedback cancellation
Frequency Lowering
Sound Shaper
Frequency Lowering
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Listening Programs
Fully flexible programs: 4
Listening Programs
6
New User Adaptation
Synchronized Acceptance Manager
New User Adaptation
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Noise Reduction
NoiseTracker™ II: 4 settings
Noise Reduction
SoundSmoothing™: 3
Processing Channels
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Processing Channels
48
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
Impulse Noise Reduction: 3 settings
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
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Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Sound Generator
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Relief
Unique Amplification Strategy
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Unique Amplification Strategy
Advanced Focus Streams: 3
Dynamic Soundscape Processing 3.0: 5/5
Speech & Noise Management: 5/5
SpeechStabilizer
Wind Noise Reduction
Wind Guard: 3 settings
Wind Noise Reduction
eWindScreen binaural
Hardware
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Android (ASHA)
- Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
- Bluetooth® Auracast™
Bluetooth® Audio
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Disposable Batteries
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Disposable Batteries
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Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Accessory required (Android)
Hands-Free Calling
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IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Liquid)
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IP Rating (Solid)
6
IP Rating (Solid)
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Mic + Speaker In Ear
Yes
Mic + Speaker In Ear
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Push Button
Push Button Options
- Program control
- Volume Control
Push Button
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Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Tap Controls
Tap Options
- Accept/end calls
Tap Controls
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Telecoil
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Telecoil
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Volume Rocker
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Volume Rocker
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