Test report: Starkey Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312

The Starkey Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312 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.

Could this hearing aid from Starkey's program be the right choice for you? In our review of the Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312, we highlighted the key aspects. We have here a hearing aid of very small size at a lower price level that is worn behind the ear. By housing the speaker directly 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 ensures that all sounds really reach where we want them to.

The Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312 provides sufficient amplification for mild, moderate, and even severe hearing loss.

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: In this model offered by Starkey, we found only limited options for comfort influence. Of course, noise suppression is integrated to reduce tiring background noises. In the Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312, we find rather below-average noise cancellation. Noise-sensitive individuals may have to make some compromises regarding hearing comfort. When it comes to wind noise suppression, we have a relatively simple wind damper.

When clattering, rattling noises occur, the Starkey device activates its impulse sound suppressor. Nevertheless, these noises remain quite intense. We have to forgo spatial hearing with the Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312, but at least the microphones can be switched to a focus mode. The 10 frequency channels are okay. However, it might be that the programming for individual hearing needs is not entirely precise, and one might have to make some compromises in sound quality.

The signal processing of the Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312 also employs artificial intelligence. This allows for a much more realistic analysis of the hearing environment, and especially the clarity in noisy surroundings is significantly better.

Rating Hearing comfort: 3,7

Operation & connectivity

Everyone has their own specific hearing needs. It is advantageous if one can personalize their hearing aids beyond the automatic functions. In the test, we discovered the following access options: There is a button directly on the hearing aid. This allows you to adjust the volume or activate additional hearing programs. It can be programmed according to customer preferences. The use is, of course, optional. We really like the small remote controls, and we found one for this model. This allows for discreet adjustments to the volume or audio quality.

In the test, we did not find a speech control option. This feature is not necessarily required, but we would have appreciated it nonetheless. Now it gets really modern: The Starkey hearing aid can be easily switched via tap control. Sensors in the casing detect the touch when you briefly tap your ear with your fingers. And what exactly happens next is determined together with your hearing care professional. For example, you can activate voice control or switch to a special program.

Manual control includes an app. This allows for unobtrusive access to the hearing aid. In addition to volume control, you can also adjust hearing programs and a few other functions. A streaming option would be nice for our digital everyday life. The device at hand meets our wish and comes with a 2.4 GHz radio module. This allows you to send phone calls and sounds directly from your smartphone to the hearing aids.

Rating Operation & connectivity: 1,7

Starkey Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312:

Simplicity & security

Now let's take a look at how the usage in everyday life is designed. Is the handling simple? Do I get a safe device? Simplicity in a hearing aid primarily means to us that it adapts flexibly to changing hearing scenarios. The Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312 didn't quite convince us in that regard. While there is a situation detection that differentiates between quieter and louder environments, it works. However, those who are actively engaged in life might occasionally feel limited by it. But that's not so bad; one can fall back on manual adjustment options. We give a big plus for the automatic acclimatization assistant. It gradually raises the starting volume in very small steps until my hearing goal is achieved. This significantly eases the adaptation to the new sound.

Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312 relies on battery power instead of rechargeable batteries. Advantage: Very long runtime with a single battery. Unlike rechargeable solutions, battery maintenance is required only very rarely. Disadvantage: Waste is generated in the form of used batteries. This hearing aid uses a hearing aid battery size 312.

We had an untroubled everyday life in our test due to the IP-68 certification. This indicates that the hearing aid is particularly well protected against dust and water. We marched through the rain and then took out the hearing aids with wet hands - no problem at all. However, the water resistance really only pertains to fresh, natural water and not to foamy bathwater or saltwater.

Rating Simplicity & security: 2,5

Extras

Lastly, we are interested in whether there are any additional goodies on top: We noticed the tinnitus option here. Those who wish can have a special tinnitus program set up. This applies a gentle noise to the ears if needed, to distract from the annoying tinnitus a bit. The sounds can be customized according to personal listening preferences.

We find the remote maintenance service that can be utilized exciting. If one does not have the opportunity to visit the audiologist, they can instead contact them via the app, briefly describe their hearing problem, and then receive a data package with a new hearing aid configuration. If it sounds good, they load it into their hearing aids.

For health-conscious individuals, there is a small special feature in the Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312: health tracking. For example, steps can be counted throughout the day, and one receives feedback on their activity level. Sensors in the hearing aid track individual data, which can then be read in the app. Get even more out of the Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312 by utilizing the smart lifestyle features. They expand the range of the hearing aids with various assistance programs and significantly enhance the functionality.

Rating Extras: 1,0

Conclusion: Starkey Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312

Im Gesamtergebnis landet dieses Testgerät auf den hinteren Plätzen und lässt einige Ausstattungsmerkmale vermissen. Wir vergeben die Note 3,51. Für anspruchsarme Hörer ist das in Ordnung, für einen sehr aktiven Lebensstil empfehlen wir allerdings ein Hörgerät mit umfangreicheren Komfortmerkmalen.

Hearing aid manufacturers often come together to form companies. This means less risk, but also less autonomy. Not so with Starkey - the company is currently still owner-operated.

 

Our Starkey Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312 review was created on September 30, 2022 and lastly updated on December 3, 2024. The overall rating of 3,51 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

Welche Größe hat das Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312 von Starkey?

Groß oder klein hat mit der Wirkung nach außen zu tun. Wir beurteilen daher, wie groß Hörgeräte auf Außenstehende wirken. Das Starkey Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312 befindet sich in der Größenklasse XS. Das bedeutet, es wirkt .

Wie gut höre ich mit dem Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312 von Starkey?

Dieses Hörgerät schneidet mit einer Gesamtnote von 3,7 (**) im Bereich "Hörkomfort" ab. Die Note setzt sich aus verschiedenen Komponenten zusammen. Wichtige Kriterien: Die Lärmunterdrückung erreicht . Die Anzahl der einstellbaren Frequenzbänder im Starkey Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312 ist 10 (die Klassenbesten haben aktuell 24 Bänder). Für die Windgeräuschunterdrückung bekommt das Gerät von uns das Prädikat .

Ist das Starkey Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312 für mich geeignet?

Den Eignungsbereich von Hörgeräten nennen Hörakustiker "Anpassbereich". Starkey hat für das Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312 folgenden Anpassbereich festgelegt: . Lassen Sie einen Profi-Hörtest bei einem Hörakustikbetrieb in Ihrer Nähe durchführen, anschließend wissen Sie, ob dieses Hörgerät für Sie geeignet ist.

Was kostet das Starkey Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312?

Ist das Evolv AI 1000 RIC 312 von Starkey teuer oder günstig? Es wird in Deutschland derzeit in einem ungefähren Preisrahmen von zwischen 700,00 € und 1.300,00 € gehandelt. Wenn eine Krankenkasse sich beteiligt, fällt der Betrag deutlich geringer aus. Wichtig: Sie sollten den Preis zum Zusammenhang mit der Gesamtnote im Testbericht (3.5 (**)) und vor allen Dingen mit der Bewertung im Bereich Lärmunterdrückung () beurteilen.

 

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