Test report: Phonak Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O

Test report: Phonak Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O

Phonak:
4/5 Rating ****

The Phonak Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O in review

Could this hearing aid from the Phonak program be the right one for you? In our review of the Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O, we highlighted the most important aspects. Here, we have a hearing aid of very small size from a good, mid-range quality level, which is worn in the ear. Due to its inconspicuous placement in the ear canal, the foundation for good hearing success is laid, as the sound has only a very short distance to travel to the eardrum. This way, all sounds really reach where we want them to.

The Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O provides sufficient amplification for mild, moderate, and greater hearing needs.

Hearing comfort

At least as important as speech understanding is hearing comfort. After all, our environment should sound as realistic and pleasant as possible. So let's take a look at noise management: With this model, which Phonak offers here, the manufacturer provides customers with comprehensive noise management. Of course, noise suppression is integrated to reduce tiring background sounds. The Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O features one of the most powerful noise suppression systems on the market. Wind is also an issue that can limit hearing comfort outdoors. But the Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O handles this effectively and activates wind noise suppression in such situations. By the way, this can be adjusted in stages.

Cracking, metallic noises don’t stand a chance with this hearing aid; they are significantly dampened with a multi-stage tool. Hearing aids like the Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O maintain the natural spatial feeling that we have experienced since childhood. The function of the outer ear, head size, head shadow effects - all these parameters create a real, original 3D hearing experience. A high number of frequency bands supports the separation of speech and noise. With its 16 bands, the Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O certainly ranks among the leaders.

The signal processing is based on typical frequency patterns of speech and noise, but artificial intelligence is not yet utilized here.

Rating Hearing comfort: 2,0

Operation & connectivity

Occasionally, one finds themselves in situations where it would be beneficial if the hearing aid was configured differently. After all, we live in hectic times where the acoustic environment often changes as well. Most hearing aids offer specific options to allow for personal adjustments. Here’s how it is with the Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O: The simplest control option is always a button directly on the hearing aid. This device has one, which can be programmed according to your preferences. Do you wish for a manual volume control? No problem, the button allows for a stepwise adjustment of the volume. Or do you need various special programs for your work life or hobbies? These can also be activated using the button. Anyone who prefers to leave everything in automatic mode can simply ignore the button or even have it deactivated. If desired, there is a remote control available for the hearing aid. This allows you to easily adjust the volume without any hassle. Not only is it incredibly easy to use, but no one will notice that you are adjusting your hearing aids.

The modern method of operation using voice commands is not yet available with the Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O. Another option for controlling the hearing aids is a tap control. You simply tap on your ear with your fingers, which triggers a specific function. However, this Phonak device does not have this feature.

Quickly raising the volume via the app - unfortunately, this is not possible with the Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O. No app is available for that. However, this is irrelevant if you are not a smartphone user. The smartphone cannot be connected to the hearing aid, as it unfortunately lacks the necessary equipment with a wireless antenna.

Rating Operation & connectivity: 2,9

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Simplicity & security

Our analysis also addresses the practicality of hearing aids for everyday use. This involves robustness, but also special comfort features designed to make daily use as easy as possible. The Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O automatically accesses the most important hearing settings, thus facilitating daily usage. However, those who frequently experience changing acoustic environments should have the manual additional programs configured. We are very pleased with the integrated acclimatization manager. It gradually increases the volume of the hearing aid in tiny steps until our target amplification is eventually reached. We can relax and gradually get used to the new auditory impressions.

Unfortunately, the Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O is not equipped with a battery, so you will need to regularly replace size 10 batteries for operation.

The data sheet certifies the Phonak device with an IP protection class of 68. This makes it one of the most resilient hearing aids on the market. Dust doesn't stand a chance, and water does not penetrate the housing unless submerged deeper than 1.5 meters. Nevertheless, be cautious. Shampoo, for example, alters the surface tension of water. You should also avoid saltwater. However, in everyday life, you can behave quite carefree.

Rating Simplicity & security: 2,3

Extras

Before we come to the end, let us take a look at the extras: A special tinnitus program can be programmed on request in the Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O. This can generate stimulating, pleasant sounds that distract from the tinnitus when it is particularly severe. We find this very useful and gladly award extra points.

In these mobile times, a remote service via an app would be very helpful. Through this, one could conveniently have a new hearing aid programming created from home. Unfortunately, this service is not available for the Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O. For any changes, one still has to visit the specialist retailer.

Some hearing aids can track certain health data. However, this requires special sensors in the hearing aid, which we unfortunately do not have in the Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O. It would have been nice to have a few lifestyle features, but those are not available in the Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O. Other hearing aids may score points with language translators or fall alarms, but here it remains within the usual range of functions.

Rating Extras: 3,3

Conclusion: Phonak Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O

Abschließend lässt sich sagen, dass es sich bei diesem Gerät um einen echten Allrounder handelt, der uns mit seiner Komfortausstattung überzeugt und mit der Note 2,47 ein gutes Gesamtergebnis erzielt. Wer auf Spitzentechnik verzichten möchte, aber trotzdem einen bequemen Höralltag wünscht, der ist hier an der richtigen Stelle.

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Our Phonak Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O review was created on August 13, 2025 . The overall rating of 2,47 is composed of: »Hearing Comfort (40% weighting): Rating 4 | »Operation & Connectivity (28% weighting): Rating 3.5 | »Simplicity & Security (17% weighting): Rating 4 | »Extras (15% weighting): Rating 3 | Learn more about our evaluation criteria and testing standards in How We Test..

 

 

 

FAQ

Was kostet das Phonak Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O?

Das Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O von Phonak wird von Anbietern derzeit in einem groben Preisrahmen von ungefähr zwischen 2.000,00 € und 2.500,00 € angeboten. Diesen Preis sollten Sie in Relation zur Testnote von 2.5 (****) sehen. Und zum Beispiel auch in Abhängigkeit mit der Sternebewertung im Bereich Lärmunterdrückung in unseren Tests (). Alle Vergleichswerte finden Sie im Hörgeräte-Vergleich.

Wie gut hört man mit dem Phonak Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O?

Das Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O von Phonak erreicht im Testbereich Hörkomfort die Note 2,0 (****). Im Bereich Lärmunterdrückung erreicht das Hörgerät . Bei der Windgeräuschunterdrückung bekommt es das Prädikat . Das Hörgerät zeigt im Test 16 unterschiedliche Equalizerbänder, die vom Hörakustiker auf das individuelle Hörvermögen eingestellt werden können (die aktuellen Spitzenmodelle erreichen 24).

Für wen ist das Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O von Phonak geeignet?

Dieses Hörgerät richtet sich an Menschen, deren ist. Dieser sogenannte "Anpassbereich" wird von Phonak als grober Rahmen vorgegeben. Ein gutes Hörakustikunternehmen vor Ort kann nach einem Profi-Hörtest sofort sagen, ob dieses In the ear (ITE) Hörgerät für Sie geeignet ist.

Wie groß ist das Phonak Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O?

Wir haben alle Hörgeräte am Markt in vier Größenklassen eingeteilt, von XXS (quasi unsichtbar) bis M (eher groß). Das Phonak Virto Infinio 50 10 NW O hat die Größenklassifizierung XS, ist also im Vergleich mit anderen Hörgeräten.

 

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