The Hansaton AQ Sound FS 5 R T in review
Hansaton offers the AQ Sound FS 5 R T, a small hearing aid that is worn behind the ear. It is a hearing aid from the upper price segment and is suitable for moderate, more severe, and fluctuating hearing losses. The direct positioning of the speaker in the ear canal ensures that the sound reaches the eardrum without losses.
Hearing comfort
In the section on hearing comfort, we look at how a hearing aid handles various background noises. Effective noise management significantly contributes to users liking and regularly wearing their hearing aids. This Hansaton device provides customers with comprehensive noise management. The regular noise suppression aims to reduce uniform, rumbling background noises. In the AQ Sound FS 5 R T, the noise suppression works quite well. Although there are other models that significantly reduce background noises more, this one should be sufficient for everyday hearing needs.
Additionally, there is a very strong burst filter included, which reduces all short, intense impulses as much as the customer desires. Wind noise is always a topic when the hearing aid microphones are somewhat exposed. With the AQ Sound FS 5 R T, this is not a problem at all, as it features intelligent, effective wind noise suppression. This not only mitigates audible turbulence but also maintains speech understanding. The adjustable microphones help recognize specific directions and can aid in background noise blending, although the spatial sound was not very natural. The more bands the equalizer in the hearing aid has, the more reliably it separates speech from background noise. The sound can also be shaped better. The AQ Sound FS 5 R T has 16 bands, making it one of the more powerful models.
One component in the signal processing of the AQ Sound FS 5 R T is artificial intelligence. The impact is positive, as many customers find conversations in noisy situations to be significantly more relaxed.
Rating Hearing comfort: 2,0
Operation & connectivity
Every person has their own unique hearing needs. It is beneficial to be able to customize hearing aids beyond the automatic functions. In the test, we discovered the following access options: For those who want to quickly and easily adjust the volume up or down, there is a button on the device. Additional programs for specific hearing situations can also be selected through this. A discreet way to adjust the hearing aid is through the remote control. It fits in any pocket. If the person speaking is too quiet again, a click or two is enough to adjust the volume. Additional hearing programs for listening to music or for driving can also be activated with the remote control.
This device from Hansaton can be controlled by voice command. This very modern way of operating hearing aids is truly convenient and, above all, very fast. We were quite impressed with the Tap control during the test. Simply tap your ear briefly, and your Hansaton hearing aid knows it needs to do something. We were already familiar with this sensor-controlled technology from wireless headphones, and it's great that it is now available in hearing aids as well.
In the App Store, we also find a suitable application from Hansaton. The app for the AQ Sound FS 5 R T is not among our highlights, but it has everything one needs for their hearing systems. The AQ Sound FS 5 comes with a 2.4 GHz antenna and allows us to enjoy dual-ear phone calls. This even gives us an advantage over people with normal hearing. We think this is great and are happy to give points.
Rating Operation & connectivity: 1,2
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Simplicity & security
Now let's take a look at how usage is structured in everyday life. Is the handling easy? Do I get a secure device? Typical hearing situations that everyone experiences in their environment are reliably recognized and adjusted through automatic settings. However, for more specific, recurring needs, one cannot avoid using manual hearing programs. We give a big plus point for the automatic acclimatization assistant. It raises the starting volume in very small steps until my hearing goal is reached. This significantly eases the adjustment to the new sound.
The AQ Sound FS 5 R T is rechargeable and no longer requires hearing aid batteries. This is environmentally friendly, as there are no old batteries to dispose of. At the same time, it is also extremely convenient, as no spare batteries need to be carried. The hearing aids simply go into the charging station at night and are ready for use the next morning.
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 dust cannot penetrate at all, and water only becomes dangerous after prolonged submersion. Protection against contact is also included.
Rating Simplicity & security: 1,5
Hansaton AQ Sound FS 5 R T:
Extras
Sometimes there are additional features in hearing aids that can be quite useful. Let's see how it is with this Hansaton device: A special tinnitus program can be programmed on request in the AQ Sound FS 5 R T. This allows for the generation of stimulating, pleasant sounds that distract from the tinnitus when it is particularly strong. We find this very useful and are happy to award extra points.
A clever tool is the integrated remote maintenance service. Almost everyone has a smartphone, and time is a scarce resource. Therefore, such a remote maintenance service is absolutely appropriate. Those who need a new programming for their hearing aids can easily contact the acoustician via the app and describe their hearing wishes. Through a cloud service, the professional can then send a customized setting as a data package to the app. From there, it is loaded onto the hearing aid and can be tried out immediately. This definitely deserves extra points in our test.
If Hansaton had integrated motion sensors into this hearing aid, individual health tracking could even take place. However, this is not the case here. This point is lost for the AQ Sound FS 5 R T in the rating. The hearing aid does not include additional features such as special assistance systems, a fall alert, or speech translators. This is not too bad, as it does not impact the important hearing functions.
Rating Extras: 2,5
Conclusion: Hansaton AQ Sound FS 5 R T
In conclusion, it can be said that this device is a true all-rounder that impresses us with its comfort features and achieves a good overall score of 1.77. Those who want to forgo top-notch technology but still wish for a comfortable hearing experience are in the right place here.
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Our Hansaton AQ Sound FS 5 R T review was created on June 12, 2023 and lastly updated on November 28, 2023. The overall rating of 1,77 is composed of: »Hearing Comfort (40% weighting): Rating 4 | »Operation & Connectivity (28% weighting): Rating 5 | »Simplicity & Security (17% weighting): Rating 4.5 | »Extras (15% weighting): Rating 3.5 | Learn more about our evaluation criteria and testing standards in How We Test..
FAQ
How noticeable is the Hansaton AQ Sound FS 5 R T to others?
It is in the size class S, which makes it look medium-sized. We primarily had the impression for outsiders in mind.
What does the Hansaton AQ Sound FS 5 R T cost?
The price range in which the Hansaton AQ Sound FS 5 R T is approximately offered in Germany is between €2,500.00 and €3,000.00. The performance of the device is reflected in its price. In the test, it achieved an overall rating of 1.8 (good).
Is the Hansaton AQ Sound FS 5 R T suitable for my hearing loss?
This behind-the-ear hearing aid is suitable for a mild, moderate, or severe hearing loss. You can compare other hearing aids within this fitting range with the AQ Sound FS 5 R T from Hansaton: Hearing Aid Comparison.
How well can I hear with the AQ Sound FS 5 R T from Hansaton?
This behind-the-ear model receives a performance rating of 2.0 (good) in the area of "Hearing Comfort" in the test report. Important for hearing comfort is, among other things, noise suppression. Here, the AQ Sound FS 5 R T from Hansaton achieves 3 out of 5 stars. For the reduction of wind noise, it receives our designation 'excellent' (maximum 5 out of 5 stars). The signal processing in this hearing aid takes place in 16 different adjustable channels (the best hearing aids currently have 24 channels).
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