Sony CRE-E10 vs. Starkey Genesis AI
Check out our comparison of the Sony CRE-E10 vs Starkey Genesis AI. 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 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.
Product Description
The Starkey Genesis AI Hearing Aid, launched in February 2023, is a flagship device featuring industry-leading rechargeable battery life, advanced AI-driven sound processing, and a redesigned ergonomic shape. It offers extensive features such as health and fitness tracking, fall detection, and compatibility with both iOS and Android devices for audio streaming and hands-free calling.
Form Factor
Earbud
Form Factor
RITE
User Rating
4.0
4 reviews
User Rating
3.5
11 reviews
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
- Severe
Scoring
Build Quality
4.9Above average
Build Quality
4.8Above average
Battery
4.4Above average
Battery
4.6Above average
Bluetooth
3.0Below average
Bluetooth
5.0Above average
App Features
3.5Below average
App Features
4.6Above average
Comfort
4.5Above average
Comfort
5.0Above average
Design
5.0Above average
Design
5.0Above average
Value
4.1Above average
Value
3.0Below average
Handling
4.8Above average
Handling
4.7Above average
SoundScore
5.0Above average
SoundScore
3.5Above average
Pro Support
1.0Below average
Pro Support
5.0Above 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
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
—
3.5mm Line to Streaming
- StarLink Remote Microphone +
- StarLink TV Streamer
Battery Charger
—
Battery Charger
- StarLink Charger
- StarLink Premium Mini Charger
Bluetooth Streamer
—
Bluetooth Streamer
- StarLink Remote Microphone +
CROS System
—
CROS System
- CROS
FM to Digital Streaming
—
FM to Digital Streaming
- StarLink Remote Microphone +
Remote Control
- Hearing Control App
Remote Control
- Remote
Remote Microphone
—
Remote Microphone
- StarLink Mini Remote Microphone
- StarLink Remote Microphone +
- StarLink Table Microphone
Smartphone App
- Hearing Control App
Smartphone App
- My Starkey
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
—
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
- StarLink Remote Microphone +
TV Streamer
—
TV Streamer
- StarLink TV Streamer
Telecoil Streamer
—
Telecoil Streamer
- StarLink Remote Microphone +
Software
AI Noise Removal
—
AI Noise Removal
- Personalization
- User Control
- App Control
Adjustment Bands
—
Adjustment Bands
24
Adjustment Synchronization
—
Adjustment Synchronization
Ear-to-Ear Technology
Automatic Phone Program
—
Automatic Phone Program
Autocoil and Autophone
Directionality
Yes
Directionality
- Adaptive
- Dynamic
- Directional
Environmental Adaptation
—
Environmental Adaptation
Sound Manager
Expansion
—
Expansion
4 levels
Extended bandwidth
—
Extended bandwidth
Yes
Fall Detection
—
Fall Detection
Fall Alert
Feedback Suppression
Yes
Feedback Suppression
Feedback Canceller
Frequency Lowering
—
Frequency Lowering
Yes
Listening Programs
—
Listening Programs
4
Machine Learning
—
Machine Learning
Yes
Machine Noise Reduction
—
Machine Noise Reduction
E2E Machine Noise Adaptation: Up to 22 dB
New User Adaptation
—
New User Adaptation
Yes
Noise Reduction
Yes
Noise Reduction
Speech in Loud Noise Reduction
Speech in Noise Reduction: Up to 22 dB
Phone in Stereo
—
Phone in Stereo
E2E Phone Streaming
Power On Delay
—
Power On Delay
Yes
Processing Channels
—
Processing Channels
64
Self-fitting
- Tuned based on hearing test through device
Self-fitting
—
Streaming Bass Boost
—
Streaming Bass Boost
Yes
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
—
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
Transient Noise Reduction: Up to 15 dB
Tinnitus Relief
—
Tinnitus Relief
Multiflex Tinnitus Pro
Unique Amplification Strategy
—
Unique Amplification Strategy
- Consonant Enhancement
- Voice AI
Wind Noise Reduction
Yes
Wind Noise Reduction
Wind Reduction: Up to 35 dB
Hardware
Accelerometer
—
Accelerometer
Yes
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Android (ASHA)
Disposable Batteries
—
Disposable Batteries
—
Gyroscope
—
Gyroscope
Yes
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Liquid)
8
IP Rating (Solid)
6
IP Rating (Solid)
6
Push Button
—
Push Button
Push Button Options
- Program control
- Volume Control
- Mute control
- Power on/off
- Accessory volume
- Tinnitus volume
- Edge Mode+
- Manual Alert
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Tap Controls
—
Tap Controls
Tap Options
- Play/Pause
- Voice assistant
- Edge Mode+
Telecoil
—
Telecoil
Yes
Volume Rocker
—
Volume Rocker
Yes
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