The Phonak Naida Paradise 90 PR in review
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What exactly can the Naida Paradise 90 PR from the manufacturer Phonak do? First of all, it is a hearing aid in the classical sense that sits behind the ear. It covers both mild and more significant hearing needs. This model is a discreet hearing aid from the premium category. What can it achieve in everyday hearing situations? What comfort features does it offer? We took a closer look at it.
Hearing comfort
What is most bothersome for hearing aid users? Exactly, background noise. That's why we'll first look at the comfort features that the test device offers. The Naida Paradise 90 PR provides customers with comprehensive noise management. A normal noise suppression is definitely present. It is designed to dampen constant sounds like traffic noise or the hum of the air conditioning. In our test device from Phonak, it really does this, and significantly better than in most other hearing aids.
Impulse noise suppression is a very important element in the comfort features of a hearing aid. It dampens sharp, clattering noises. In the Naida Paradise 90 PR, this damping occurs in several stages, which definitely adds some points. The Naida Paradise 90 PR is equipped with an incredibly good wind detection. There’s nothing standing in the way of a walk by the sea. With 20 channels, the number of frequency bands in the Naida Paradise 90 PR is very high. This allows the hearing aid to be perfectly adjusted to any hearing profile and also offers good long-term tuning options. The hearing aid earns extra points for its excellent 3D hearing. Flexible, highly adaptive directional microphones allow for various directional characteristics and automatically adjust to the requirements of each situation.
Sometimes we encounter hearing aids that successfully process data using artificial intelligence, but this device does not yet have that capability.
Rating Hearing comfort: 1,7
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Operation & connectivity
Every person has their own hearing needs. It is advantageous to be able to customize hearing aids beyond the automatic functions. In the test, we discovered the following access options: First, we found a button directly on the hearing aid. This is very useful because it is the simplest and quickest way to make a change. The volume can be adjusted this way, and different hearing programs can also be activated. If someone prefers not to adjust anything directly at the ear, they can of course deactivate the button. We also like small remote controls, and we found one for this model. This allows for discreet adjustments to the volume or sound.
Voice commands are a relatively new way to operate hearing aids. However, this model does not yet offer that option. That's not a big deal – the main thing is that one can hear well. Tap control requires that sensors be implemented in the hearing aid. This is indeed the case here. You can simply tap the ear shell with a few fingers or the palm of your hand to trigger a command. This could be, for example, activating a TV adapter or answering a phone call. Your hearing specialist will configure it with you.
We always have our smartphone with us, and with the Naida Paradise 90 PR, it's worth it because it can be customized via an app. The app is actually quite fun and has a range of features that you wouldn't expect from a hearing aid app. If you enjoy playing around, this is just right for you. You don't need headphones anymore because it has a wireless option and can transmit sounds from the smartphone directly to the ears – as long as the smartphone is equipped with 2.4 GHz LE technology.
Rating Operation & connectivity: 1,3
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Simplicity & security
Next up in the test: How is the user-friendliness? Is it easy or complicated to handle the hearing aid? The Naida Paradise 90 PR excels in everyday performance with its exceptionally well-functioning situational automation. The finely tuned detection of the acoustic scenery allows us to move effortlessly through different listening environments without needing to manually adjust. This is exactly what we expect from a hearing aid. The integrated acclimatization manager can be a great help when entering the world of hearing aids. Its task is to gradually increase the volume of the hearing aid in tiny steps until the target volume is reached. This way, you can relax and gradually get used to the new auditory impressions. More information about acclimatization and other hearing aids with this feature can be found here: Acclimatization to Hearing Aids.
The Naida Paradise 90 PR comes with a charger since it has built-in batteries. This is modern, user-friendly, and what we also expect from a contemporary hearing aid.
The data sheet certifies the Phonak device with an IP protection class of 68. This makes it one of the most robust hearing aids on the market. Dust has no chance, and water cannot penetrate the housing, as long as it is not submerged deeper than 1.5 meters. However, be careful. Shampoo, for example, alters the surface tension of water. You should also avoid saltwater. In everyday situations, though, you can behave completely carefree.
Rating Simplicity & security: 1,0
Extras
Finally, let's take a quick look at whether there are any extras available: We were really impressed by the optional tinnitus program. There are quite a few people who are occasionally or frequently plagued by ringing or buzzing in their ears. The tinnitus program in the Naida Paradise 90 PR is essentially just a sound generator. It aims to produce broadband noises or sounds that gently and pleasantly stimulate all hearing areas. The tinnitus is masked, and is no longer perceived as disturbing.
A clever tool is the integrated remote maintenance service. Almost everyone has a smartphone, and time is a precious commodity. Therefore, such a remote maintenance service is absolutely appropriate. Those who need a new programming of their hearing aids 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 gets loaded onto the hearing aid and can be tried out immediately. This definitely deserves extra points in our test.
A new trend in the hearing aid industry is integrated sensors that can track a few personal health data, for example. However, the Naida Paradise 90 PR does not offer this. The device from Phonak focuses on essential hearing functions and does not provide extras like voice assistants or translation functions. While that could have been fun, it is not necessary for a good listening experience.
Rating Extras: 2,5
Conclusion: Phonak Naida Paradise 90 PR
In conclusion, it can be said that this device is a true all-rounder, impressing us with its comfort features and achieving a good overall result of 2.22. Those who want to forgo high-end technology but still desire a comfortable hearing experience will find the right choice here.
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Our Phonak Naida Paradise 90 PR review was created on May 9, 2022 and lastly updated on August 20, 2024. The overall rating of 2,22 is composed of: »Hearing Comfort (40% weighting): Rating 4.5 | »Operation & Connectivity (28% weighting): Rating 5 | »Simplicity & Security (17% weighting): Rating 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 Phonak Naida Paradise 90 PR to others?
It is in the size class S, so it appears medium-sized. We primarily focused on the impression for outsiders.
What does the Phonak Naida Paradise 90 PR cost?
The price range in which the Phonak Naida Paradise 90 PR is approximately offered in Germany starts from €3,000. The performance of the device corresponds to the price. In the test, it achieved an overall rating of 2.2 (good).
Is the Phonak Naida Paradise 90 PR suitable for my hearing loss?
This behind-the-ear hearing aid is suitable for mild, moderate, or severe hearing loss. You can compare other hearing aids from this fitting category with the Naida Paradise 90 PR from Phonak: Hearing Aid Comparison.
How good is hearing with the Naida Paradise 90 PR from Phonak?
This behind-the-ear device received a performance rating of 1.7 (good) in the report for the "Hearing Comfort" category. Important for hearing comfort is noise suppression, where the Naida Paradise 90 PR from Phonak achieved an excellent 5 stars (the highest possible rating). For reducing wind noise, we rated it as 'outstanding' (a maximum of 5 out of 5 stars). The signal processing in this hearing aid takes place in 20 different adjustable channels (the best hearing aids currently have 24 channels).
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