The ReSound Vivia 9 60S-DRWC in review
What hearing comfort does the Vivia 9 60S-DRWC offer? How is it operated? Is the purchase worthwhile? Answers to these questions can be found in our review of this hearing aid from ReSound. First, the basics: It is worn behind the ear, and by the discreet yet intelligent placement of the speaker in the ear canal, sound can easily travel towards the eardrum. This is important because only in this way can a really good, wideband sound be generated.
The Vivia 9 60S-DRWC is a small, slim hearing aid from the premium segment that can cover light, moderate, and stronger hearing needs. Read more details:
In its new premium class ReSound Vivia, the manufacturer relies on a switchable AI chip that provides you with an advantage in understanding speech in challenging listening situations.
In the video, the HörShop editorial team explains how the new AI-supported noise suppression works and what benefits it offers:
Hearing comfort
In the Hearing Comfort section, we look at how a hearing aid handles all the background noises. Comfortable noise management significantly contributes to a user liking their hearing aids and wearing them regularly. With this ReSound device, we were impressed by the excellent sound management. The regular noise suppression has the task of mitigating uniform, rumbling background noises. The Vivia 9 60S-DRWC does not hold back and provides us with a multi-stage, effective noise reduction.
Crackling metallic sounds have no chance in this hearing aid; they are significantly dampened with a multi-stage tool. Wind noises are always a concern when the hearing aid microphones are a bit exposed. With the Vivia 9 60S-DRWC, that's not a problem at all, as it has intelligent and effective wind noise suppression. It not only alleviates audible turbulence but also maintains speech understanding. 3D hearing is very important for a natural impression. The device leaves nothing to be desired in this regard and impressed us in this aspect. The more bands the equalizer in the hearing aid has, the more reliable the separation of speech and background noises becomes. Additionally, the sound can be shaped better. The Vivia 9 60S-DRWC has 17 bands, making it one of the more powerful models.
One component in the signal processing of the Vivia 9 60S-DRWC is artificial intelligence. The impact is positive, as many customers find conversations in noisy situations significantly more relaxed.
With these hearing aids, you will experience clear and natural hearing at all times, regardless of your environment. The intelligent technology automatically adapts and ensures that speech is clearly understandable without suppressing important background noises. By maintaining spatial awareness, you can intuitively navigate and effortlessly participate in conversations. The hearing aids automatically switch between different listening modes, so you don’t have to worry about anything – for a relaxed listening experience in any situation. If the support is ever not enough, you can easily switch manually to the AI mode. You can think of this as a filter in photo editing that adds more sharpness and contrast to the auditory image.
Rating Hearing comfort: 1,0
Operation & connectivity
Most hearing aids automatically adapt to their surroundings. Nevertheless, it is sometimes very practical to make adjustments oneself. After all, the hearing aid doesn't know how you are feeling at the moment. We looked at the adjustment options offered by the Vivia 9 60S-DRWC: First, we discovered a button directly on the hearing aid. This is very useful, as it is the simplest and quickest way to make a change. The volume can be adjusted using this, and different hearing programs can also be activated. If you prefer not to make any adjustments directly at the ear, you can of course deactivate the button. Those who do not like to touch their ear to increase the volume will appreciate the optional remote control. This allows for comfortable and discreet changes to the hearing aid.
We are always excited when a hearing aid surprises us with a great additional feature. For example, we would have liked to see voice control at this point. However, this is not currently available in the Vivia 9 60S-DRWC. A control by tapping requires that sensors are implemented in the hearing aid. This is indeed the case here. You can simply tap the outer ear with a few fingers or your flat hand to trigger a command. This could be, for example, activating a TV adapter or answering a phone call. Your hearing care professional will assist you with the exact configuration.
We always have our smartphones with us, and with the Vivia 9 60S-DRWC, this is worth it, as it can be customized via an app. The app is also really fun and has a range of features that you wouldn't expect from a hearing aid app. If you enjoy playing, you are in the right place. 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. A compatible smartphone that includes 2.4 GHz technology is required. 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 preferences.
The ReSound Smart 3D App now offers a free Auracast assistant. This turns your smartphone into a flexible receiver, even if it doesn't support Auracast natively. The operation is intuitive: An icon on the home screen takes you directly to the assistant, which provides an overview of available audio sources. With just a tap of your finger, you can connect and enjoy the new listening experience.
Rating Operation & connectivity: 1,0
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Simplicity & security
Now let’s briefly discuss everyday practicality. Is the Vivia 9 60S-DRWC user-friendly and easy to handle? Does it have water protection? Here are our findings: The situational automation in the Vivia 9 60S-DRWC encompasses nearly everything one might experience in everyday life. It provides me with the perfect setting at any time without me having to do anything actively. Especially during varied phases, this is extremely convenient and makes me almost forget that I have the hearing aid in my ear. The integrated acclimatization manager can be of 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 comfortably and gradually adapt to the new hearing impressions. More information on acclimatization and other hearing aids with this feature can be found here: Acclimatization to hearing aids.
The Vivia 9 60S-DRWC is rechargeable and does not require batteries anymore. This is not only environmentally friendly but also very convenient to use and relieves me of the burden of constantly having to think about battery supply.
The Vivia 9 is almost dust- and waterproof, and with its IP 68 classification, it is certainly well protected against external influences.
The hearing aids have a battery capacity of up to 30 hours. Depending on the use of streaming and AI support, this runtime may be reduced to a minimum of 10 hours.
Rating Simplicity & security: 1,0
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Extras
We have covered the most important factors in our test report. Before we conclude, we are also looking for a few extras: Worth mentioning is the tinnitus program. This will benefit all those plagued by annoying ear noises. Pleasant, soft sounds are adjusted in such a way that they gently surround the tinnitus. In the end, the tinnitus gets lost in the soundscape and is no longer perceived as disturbing.
A real added value is the remote maintenance service. For a change in hearing aid settings, there is no longer a need to go to the specialist shop; instead, one can directly contact the audiologist via the app. Through a cloud service, the new data package can then be loaded into the hearing aids. This is exactly what we expect from a modern hearing aid.
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 Vivia 9 60S-DRWC. The functionality of the Vivia 9 60S-DRWC is limited to normal hearing, which is perfectly fine. Additional functions like fall alerts or Siri connections provide a decent added value but are not relevant for a good hearing balance.
With the new interchangeable microphone filters from ReSound, you ensure brilliant sound quality in the long run. They protect your hearing aids from dust and moisture and can be easily replaced by yourself. No visits to a specialist retailer, no waiting times – just the best listening comfort without interruption.
Rating Extras: 1,0
Conclusion: ReSound Vivia 9 60S-DRWC
Our conclusion for this hearing aid is very positive: Here we have a small technological marvel that has impressed us in every way. Both the hearing comfort and the features for everyday use leave nothing to be desired. We are very happy to give it an overall grade of 1 and are confident that you will have a great listening experience with this device.
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Our ReSound Vivia 9 60S-DRWC review was created on February 26, 2025 and lastly updated on April 26, 2025. The overall rating of 1,00 is composed of: »Hearing Comfort (40% weighting): Rating 5 | »Operation & Connectivity (28% weighting): Rating 5 | »Simplicity & Security (17% weighting): Rating 5 | »Extras (15% weighting): Rating 5 | Learn more about our evaluation criteria and testing standards in How We Test..
FAQ
Is the ReSound Vivia 9 60S-DRWC suitable for me?
The fitting range of this hearing aid is "mild, moderate, or severe hearing loss." A local hearing acoustics specialist can quickly assess whether your hearing deficit falls within this range.
How much does the ReSound Vivia 9 60S-DRWC cost?
The rough price range for which the ReSound Vivia 9 60S-DRWC is currently offered in Germany is approximately starting from €3,000.00. When considering the price, it is also important to look at the overall rating: the overall test score in the HörShop test is 1.0 (very good). Details are also important to contextualize the hearing aid price: the star rating for "noise suppression" in the test shows a very good 5 stars (the best possible rating).
What size is the ReSound Vivia 9 60S-DRWC?
This behind-the-ear hearing aid has been categorized into size class XS. This means it is quite small. You can compare it with other hearing aids in this size class: Hearing Aid Comparison.
How well can you hear with the ReSound Vivia 9 60S-DRWC?
The Vivia 9 60S-DRWC from the manufacturer ReSound is equipped with 17 separately adjustable equalizer bands (for context: current top devices have 25 bands). The rating for noise suppression for this device reaches very good 5 stars (the best possible rating). The wind noise suppression of the Vivia 9 60S-DRWC receives the designation 'excellent' (maximum 5 out of 5 stars). Summarizing the entire area of "hearing comfort," the overall score in the test is 1.0 (very good).
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