ReSound Vivia vs. Starkey Omega AI+
Check out our comparison of the ReSound Vivia vs Starkey Omega AI+. 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
ReSound Vivia packs flagship AI processing into one of the smallest microRIE designs we’ve tested, delivering crisp sound in quiet, excellent all-day battery life, and best-in-class LE Audio/Auracast connectivity, even if its AI noise reduction isn’t as dominant as the marketing suggests in the toughest listening environments.
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HearAdvisor SoundScore
Resound Vivia 9 60S microRIE achieved a SoundScore of 3.9/5 and a SoundGrade of B in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #29 of 39 Prescription Hearing Aid devices tested. The Prescription Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 4.19/5.
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Build Quality
Resound Vivia microRIE have an excellent build quality with a robust, portable charging case and a high ingress rating of IP68.
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Battery
Vivia microRIE offer all-day battery life up to 30 hours, with 24 hours being more typical. The portable charger is also robust and will recharge Vivia in 3 hours.
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Bluetooth
Vivia are compatible with both iOS and Android, offering wireless audio streaming and hands-free calls. They are also Bluetooth Auracast enabled.
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App Features
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.
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Comfort
Vivia microRIE 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.
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Design
Vivia are sleek, smaller than ever, and modern looking prescription hearing aids. They also allow you to customize the look of your hearing aids with an array of color options.
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Value
Resound Vivia 9 60S microRIE has a value score of 3.1/5 based on lab performance and public display price.
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Handling
Vivia are easy to use and adjust using either the large multi-function button or Smart3D app. I had no issues making adjustments with either.
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Pro Support
Prescription hearing aids like Vivia 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.
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Lab Recordings
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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
Compatible accessories for each hearing aid
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.
StarLink Charger 3.0
Charging station and carrying case for Omega AI+ mRIC R and RIC RT. Includes Turbo Charge.
StarLink Premium Charger 3.0+1
Charging station and carrying case with onboard battery for Omega AI+ mRIC R and RIC RT. Includes Turbo Charge.
StarLink Edge LE Adapter
Wireless accessory listed for Omega AI+; part P00018678. The supplied guide does not explain its operation.
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.
StarLink Remote Control 2.0
The Starkey StarLink Remote Control 2.0 is designed to control compatible 2.4 GHz hearing aids. Users can adjust volume, switch programs, and activate features like Edge Mode or Comfort Boost.
Micro Mic
A matchbook-sized remote wireless microphone that lets you hear from a distance up to 80 feet away.
Multi Mic++3
The Multi-Mic+ is a versatile wireless accessory designed to help hearing aid users hear more clearly in challenging situations. It can be clipped onto clothing or worn on a lanyard to pick up a speaker’s voice and stream it directly to compatible hearing aids, or it can be placed on a table to capture group conversations in “table mode.” In addition to acting as a remote microphone, the Multi-Mic+ connects to other audio sources through a built-in telecoil, FM receiver (optional), or a standard 3.5 mm line-in cable, allowing users to stream sound from loop systems, FM transmitters, computers, TVs, or other devices. With a streaming range of up to 25 meters (82 feet), automatic mode switching, volume controls, and app integration, it provides flexible, high-quality sound input across a wide variety of listening environments
StarLink Edge Remote Microphone
Remote microphone compatible with Omega AI hearing aids using Bluetooth LE Audio.
StarLink Edge Table Microphone
Table microphone compatible with Omega AI hearing aids for group conversations.
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.
My Starkey
Designed with the input of hearing aid wearers, My Starkey pairs with select Starkey hearing aids to help you enjoy greater listening moments, improved well-being, and easier everyday living — all from the palm of your hand.
Hear Share
Works with My Starkey to share hearing aid usage, activity progress, and safety information with people chosen by the wearer.
Unite TV Streamer 2
Streams stereo sound from the television directly to your hearing aids from up to 22 feet away.
ReSound TV Streamer+
The ReSound TV-Streamer+, which supports Bluetooth Auracast, streams high-quality sound with speech clarity directly to your hearing aids at the volume you prefer.
StarLink Edge TV Streamer
Future-proof and Auracast ready, our Edge TV Streamer is 60% smaller than previous Starkey streamers and uses Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Audio protocol to stream audio straight from a TV to paired Edge AI hearing aids.
Hardware
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Android (ASHA)
- Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
- Bluetooth® Auracast™
- Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
- Bluetooth® Auracast™
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Accessory required (Android)
- Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
- Program control
- Volume Control
- Accept/end calls
Software Features
- Always-on
- Automatic
- User Control
- Personalization
- App Control