The Bernafon Viron 9 MNR in review
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Could this hearing aid from the Bernafon company's program be the right choice for you? In our review of the Viron 9 MNR, we highlighted the key aspects. Here, we have a delicate, small hearing aid from the premium segment that is worn behind the ear. The direct alignment of the speaker in the ear canal lays the foundation for good hearing success, as the sound has only a very short distance to travel to the eardrum. This ensures that all sounds reach their intended destination.
The Viron 9 MNR provides sufficient amplification for mild to moderate hearing losses.
Hearing comfort
In the category of hearing comfort, we look at how a hearing aid handles all the background noises. Comfortable noise management significantly contributes to a user's satisfaction with and regular use of their hearing aids. A solid comfort programming by the hearing care professional is possible with this Bernafon device. The regular noise suppression aims to reduce steady, hissing background noises. In the Viron 9 MNR, the noise suppression can be adjusted to the customer's preferences.
Short and sharp sounds are often annoying, but this model features an adjustable impulse sound control. As a result, sounds like clinking cutlery, slamming drawers, or rustling newspapers are not perceived as unpleasant. While a slightly stronger wind reduction would be desirable, the one in the Viron 9 MNR is certainly manageable. Spatial hearing is reliably supported by multifunctional microphones and is definitely practical. With 16 frequency channels, the Viron 9 MNR clearly belongs to the better devices and allows for individual, well-sounding programming.
In this version, Bernafon does not yet utilize artificial intelligence.
Rating Hearing comfort: 2,7
Operation & connectivity
Everyone has their own hearing needs. It is advantageous if you can further customize your hearing aids beyond the automatic functions. In the test, we discovered the following accessibility options: For those who want to quickly and easily adjust the volume up or down, there is a button on the device. You can also select additional programs for special hearing situations through this. A discreet way to change the hearing aid is with the remote control. It fits in any pocket. If the person you're speaking with is too quiet again, just one or two clicks are enough to adjust the volume. Additional hearing programs for listening to music or driving can also be activated using the remote control.
Voice commands are a relatively new way of operating hearing aids. However, this model does not offer that option yet. That’s not a big deal - the main thing is that you can hear well. Tap Control would have been an interesting feature as well. It allows you to change the function with a quick tap on your ear. But that is not available here in the Viron 9 MNR yet.
The app is definitely very useful. Anyone with a smartphone should download it. Even though the app isn't one of our favorites, it is still a helpful addition to the Viron 9 MNR. One of the best features of the hearing aid is the direct streaming function. This turns the hearing aid into a TrueWireless headphone, receiving phone calls and other sounds directly in the ear. The requirement is a compatible smartphone that supports 2.4 GHz technology. The biggest advantage is that you can hear phone calls not just in one ear, but in both. Additionally, the sound can be tailored to personal needs.
Rating Operation & connectivity: 2,0
Bernafon Viron 9 MNR:
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Simplicity & security
Now let's take a look at how the usage is designed in everyday life. Is the handling simple? Do I get a secure device? A reliable situational automation gives the Viron 9 MNR important points in terms of simplicity. Most hearing situations are recognized well, so manual adjustments are rarely necessary. We give a big plus point for the automatic acclimatization assistant. It gradually increases the starting volume in very small steps until my hearing goal is reached. This significantly facilitates the adaptation to the new sound.
The Viron 9 MNR gets its power from small disposable batteries that need to be changed every few days. While this is not rocket science, it should at least be considered in case of motor issues. A rechargeable battery would be much simpler to handle.
We also take a look at the robustness of the housing and find the protection class IP 68 in the data sheet. This means that no dust can penetrate, and water only becomes dangerous after prolonged submersion. Protection against contact is also included.
Rating Simplicity & security: 2,0
Bernafon Viron 9 MNR:
Extras
Finally, let's take a quick look at whether there are any extras available: We noticed the tinnitus option here. Those who want can have a special tinnitus program set up. This gently masks the annoying tinnitus with soft background noise to provide some distraction. The sounds can be tailored to personal hearing preferences.
A clever tool is the integrated remote maintenance service. Almost everyone has a smartphone, and time is a precious commodity. That's why such a remote maintenance service is absolutely appropriate. If someone needs a new programming of their hearing aids, they can easily contact the audiologist through the app and describe their hearing preferences. Through a cloud service, the professional can then send a customized setting as a data package to the app. From there, it is uploaded to the hearing aid and can be tried out immediately. This definitely earns extra points in our test.
A new trend in the hearing aid industry is integrated sensors that can track some personal health data, for example. However, the Viron 9 MNR does not offer this. Get even more out of the Viron 9 MNR by utilizing the smart lifestyle features. They expand the operational range of the hearing aids with various assistance programs and significantly enhance functionality.
Rating Extras: 1,8
Conclusion: Bernafon Viron 9 MNR
This test device ranks in the lower positions overall and lacks some features. We give it a score of 3.57. This is acceptable for less demanding listeners, but for a very active lifestyle, we recommend a hearing aid with more extensive comfort features.
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Our Bernafon Viron 9 MNR review was created on December 17, 2020 and lastly updated on June 25, 2024. The overall rating of 3,57 is composed of: »Hearing Comfort (40% weighting): Rating 3.5 | »Operation & Connectivity (28% weighting): Rating 4 | »Simplicity & Security (17% weighting): Rating 4 | »Extras (15% weighting): Rating 4.5 | Learn more about our evaluation criteria and testing standards in How We Test..
FAQ
Is the Viron 9 MNR from Bernafon suitable for me?
The fitting range of this hearing aid is "mild to moderate hearing loss." A local hearing care professional can quickly assess whether your hearing deficit falls within this range.
How much does the Viron 9 MNR from Bernafon cost?
The approximate price range for the Bernafon Viron 9 MNR currently offered in Germany is around €3,000.00. When considering the price, it's also important to look at the overall assessment: The overall test score in the HörShop test is 3.6 (satisfactory). Details are also important to categorize the hearing aid price: The star rating for "noise suppression" in the test shows a good 4 out of 5 stars.
What size is the Bernafon Viron 9 MNR?
This behind-the-ear hearing aid is categorized in size class XS. This means it is quite small. You can compare it with other hearing aids of this size class: Hearing Aid Comparison.
How well can you hear with the Bernafon Viron 9 MNR?
The Viron 9 MNR from Bernafon is equipped with 16 separately adjustable equalizer bands (for context: current top devices have 25 bands). The rating for noise suppression for this device achieves a good 4 out of 5 stars. A 'good' rating (3 out of 5 stars) is given for the wind noise suppression of the Viron 9 MNR. Summarizing the entire area of "hearing comfort," the overall score in the test is 2.7 (satisfactory).
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