The Starkey Evolv AI 1000 ITC R in review
Diese Technik ist bereits etwas veraltet und wurde 2023 von der neuen Starkey Genesis AI-Generation abgelöst. Das Gerät erhält daher einen Abzug in der Gesamtnote.
Starkey offers the Evolv AI 1000 ITC R, a discreet hearing aid that is worn in the ear. It is a hearing aid in a price range slightly above average and is suitable for both mild and more severe hearing needs. The direct placement in the ear canal ensures that sound reaches the eardrum without losses.
Hearing comfort
Good speech understanding is a given in modern hearing aids. Equally important is listening comfort. Only when the relationship between speech transmission and the level of background noise is right will hearing be perceived as pleasant. Therefore, let's take a look at the comfort features: In the Evolv AI 1000 ITC R, we found very few options for influencing comfort. Normal environmental noises such as street noise, vacuum cleaner noise, or fan noise should be dampened by classic noise suppression. In this Starkey hearing aid, a stronger noise reduction would be desirable, but this is reserved for higher-quality hearing aids.
When rattling, clattering noises occur, the Starkey device activates its impulse sound suppressor. Nevertheless, these noises still remain quite intense. Wind noises can sometimes become a problem outdoors. Therefore, a moderate wind noise management system is integrated here. We miss natural spatial hearing in this device, which indeed causes some difficulties in everyday life. Directions can no longer be reliably recognized. Anyone with limited vision should opt for a different hearing aid. With 10 frequency bands, we are not completely satisfied with the ITC R, but it should suffice for uncomplicated hearing curves. The sound is probably not completely natural.
One component in the signal processing of the Evolv AI 1000 ITC R is artificial intelligence. The influence is positive, as many customers find conversations in noisy situations to be significantly more relaxed.
Rating Hearing comfort: 3,7
Starkey Evolv AI 1000 ITC R:
Operation & connectivity
Every person has their own specific hearing needs. It is advantageous to be able to customize your hearing aids beyond the automatic functions. In our test, we discovered the following access options: First, we found a button directly on the hearing aid. This is very useful, as it is the simplest and fastest way to make a change. The volume can be adjusted through it, and different hearing programs can also be activated. If you prefer not to adjust anything directly on your ear, you can of course deactivate the button. The small remote control, which is available optionally, is very practical. For us, it is one of the most convenient ways to adjust the volume of the hearing aid or switch to another hearing program. No one notices anything; reaching for the ear is not necessary.
We are always pleased 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, it is currently not available in the Evolv AI 1000 ITC R. We were quite impressed with the tap control during the test. Just tap your ear briefly, and your Starkey hearing aid knows it needs to do something. We were already familiar with this sensor-controlled technology from wireless headphones, and it is great that this is now also available in hearing aids.
In the App Store, we also find a suitable application from Starkey. The app for the Evolv AI 1000 ITC R isn't one of our highlights, but it has everything you need for your hearing systems. The Evolv AI 1000 comes with a 2.4 GHz antenna and gives us the advantage of binaural phone calls. This even gives us an edge over normal hearers. We find this good and gladly award points.
Rating Operation & connectivity: 1,7
Starkey Evolv AI 1000 ITC R:
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Simplicity & security
Another point in our checklist is handling. Does everything work easily and reliably? What does the hearing aid offer to ensure safe use in everyday life? The situational recognition did not particularly impress us. Quiet and loud environments are identified, and the Evolv AI 1000 ITC R adjusts accordingly. However, as soon as the acoustic conditions become more demanding, with various noise sources occurring simultaneously, you may need to make some manual adjustments to the hearing aid. 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 relax and gradually get used to the new auditory impressions. More information on acclimatization and other hearing aids with this feature can be found here: Acclimatization to Hearing Aids.
A charger is included with the Evolv AI 1000 ITC R, as it has built-in batteries. This is modern, user-friendly, and is what we expect from a contemporary hearing aid.
For a secure feeling in everyday life, a solid dust and moisture protection is also important. However, there is no IP certification for this. It is likely that this model is not really well-protected against incoming dust or moisture. This is not modern and results in point deduction.
Rating Simplicity & security: 2,8
Starkey Evolv AI 1000 ITC R:
Extras
Lastly, we are interested in whether there are any additional goodies on top: We really liked the optional tinnitus program. There are quite a few people who are occasionally or frequently troubled by a ringing or buzzing in their ears. The tinnitus program in the Evolv AI 1000 ITC R is essentially just a sound generator. It is designed to produce broad-band noises or sounds that gently and pleasantly stimulate all hearing areas. The tinnitus gets masked and is no longer perceived as disturbing.
A real added value is the remote maintenance service. For a change in the hearing aid settings, there is no longer a need to go to the specialized store; instead, one can contact the audiologist directly 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.
Personal health is an important topic, which is why Starkey provides its customers with a great feature: Health tracking. For instance, physical activity is logged over a period of time. Sensors collect this data and then present it graphically in the accompanying app. You should take a closer look at the app for this Starkey device, as it contains some extras that significantly expand the functionality of these hearing aids. We think these additional features are really fantastic!
Rating Extras: 1,0
Conclusion: Starkey Evolv AI 1000 ITC R
In the overall result, this test device ranks in the lower positions and lacks some features. We award a score of 3.57. For less demanding listeners, this is acceptable, but for a very active lifestyle, we recommend a hearing aid with more comprehensive comfort features.
Starkey continues to be owner-managed, while most others merge into large companies: hearing aid manufacturers
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Our Starkey Evolv AI 1000 ITC R review was created on November 28, 2022 and lastly updated on December 3, 2024. The overall rating of 3,57 is composed of: »Hearing Comfort (40% weighting): Rating 2.5 | »Operation & Connectivity (28% weighting): Rating 4.5 | »Simplicity & Security (17% weighting): Rating 3.5 | »Extras (15% weighting): Rating 5 | Learn more about our evaluation criteria and testing standards in How We Test..
FAQ
How much does the Starkey Evolv AI 1000 ITC R cost?
The Evolv AI 1000 ITC R from Starkey is currently offered by providers in a rough price range of approximately between €2,000.00 and €2,500.00. You should consider this price in relation to the test score of 3.6 (sufficient). And, for example, also in connection with the star rating in the area of noise suppression in our tests (2 out of 5 stars). You can find all comparison values in the hearing aid comparison.
How well does one hear with the Starkey Evolv AI 1000 ITC R?
The Evolv AI 1000 ITC R from Starkey reaches a score of 3.7 (sufficient) in the area of hearing comfort. In the area of noise suppression, the hearing aid scores 2 out of 5 stars. For wind noise suppression, it receives the rating 'usable' (2 out of 5 stars). The hearing aid shows 10 different equalizer bands in the test, which can be adjusted by the hearing care professional to the individual hearing ability (current top models achieve 24).
Who is the Starkey Evolv AI 1000 ITC R suitable for?
This hearing aid is aimed at individuals whose hearing loss is mild, moderate, or severe. This so-called "adaptation range" is roughly defined by Starkey. A good local hearing care company can immediately indicate after a professional hearing test whether this in-ear hearing aid is suitable for you.
How big is the Starkey Evolv AI 1000 ITC R?
We have classified all hearing aids on the market into four size classes, from XXS (virtually invisible) to M (rather large). The Starkey Evolv AI 1000 ITC R has a size classification of S, making it medium-sized compared to other hearing aids.
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