The Starkey Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13 in review
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Our testers have examined another hearing aid from a solid mid-range price category. We present: the Starkey Evolv AI 1200 BTE 13. Here we have a hearing aid in the classic sense, worn behind the ear. It can be used by anyone who wants to compensate for almost any hearing need. The Evolv AI 1200 BTE 13 is a small hearing aid. Is it worth buying this model? We will reveal the details.
Hearing comfort
Hearing aids are meant to not only bring speech to the ear but also sound pleasant. So, let’s first consider the comfort features. What types of noises does the hearing aid recognize? Are they dampened or transmitted unchanged? Is the hearing aid suitable for a lively everyday life? Here with this test device, we found very few options for comfort adjustment. As in any hearing aid, there is also typical noise reduction included here. It aims to reduce uniform, noisy background sounds so that they no longer dominate. With the Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13, we are not exactly spoiled, but we can live well with simple noise suppression.
Those who enjoy spending time outdoors will appreciate the wind noise reduction. While it doesn’t dampen quite strongly, it is definitely useful. Fast, sharp noises are detected here but only moderately reduced. A decent basis for programming the Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13 is provided by the 12 equalizer bands. As sound junkies, we wish for a few more, but for the typical situations we encounter in our everyday lives, a reasonably good sound profile can already be created from that. Unfortunately, spatial hearing is not well developed. The hearing aids can focus forward, but that doesn’t help if you want to determine from which direction a car is approaching or where someone is calling from.
Understanding speech in a noisy environment is always a challenge. Starkey addresses this issue with the use of artificial intelligence. The result is brilliant and clear speech transmission, while the background noises remain realistic in volume at the ear.
Rating Hearing comfort: 3,7
Starkey Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13:
Operation & connectivity
Everyone has their own unique listening needs. It is advantageous to be able to customize hearing aids beyond the automatic functions. In our testing, we discovered the following accessibility options: First, we found a button directly on the hearing aid. This is very practical, as it is the simplest and quickest way to make adjustments. The volume can be adjusted through this, and different hearing programs can also be activated. If someone prefers not to make adjustments directly at the ear, the button can naturally be deactivated. A remote control is available for the Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13. It is quite handy, fits in a pocket, and offers a volume control option as well as various hearing programs.
Some hearing aids can already be controlled by voice, but this one from Starkey unfortunately cannot yet. This would be convenient if fingers are not as agile or if one simply enjoys smart gadgets. With sensor technology, Starkey is taking an innovative approach and opening up entirely new opportunities. For example, there is a tap control for the Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13. Just tap briefly but noticeably with your flat hand or a few fingers on your earlobe. The hearing aid can then perform a specific function, such as switching to a special setting. Your audiologist can configure this according to your preferences.
Smartphone apps are now frequently offered to enhance the usability of hearing aids. In our assessment, the app from Starkey is among the better ones, as it provides a good set of adjustment options. You no longer need headphones, as it has a wireless option and can transmit sounds directly from the smartphone to the ears – if the smartphone is equipped with 2.4 GHz LE technology.
Rating Operation & connectivity: 1,5
Starkey Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13:
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Simplicity & security
Another point on our checklist is the handling. Does everything work simply and reliably? What does the hearing aid offer to ensure safe use in everyday life? Unfortunately, the Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13 does not have a powerful situational automatic. We have to make do with a few standard settings. Active hearing aid users will certainly encounter limitations here. A great feature of this hearing aid is the automatic acclimatization. Especially when someone has been hard of hearing for a long time and then wears a hearing aid for the first time, this is a huge relief. The volume doesn't have to be turned up immediately. You can start at a lower level, and gradually and almost imperceptibly, the amplification approaches the target.
Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13 relies on battery power instead of rechargeable batteries. Advantage: Very long runtime with one battery. Unlike rechargeable solutions, you only rarely have to worry about the power supply. Disadvantage: Waste in the form of used batteries is generated. This hearing aid uses a hearing aid battery size 13.
We had an unburdened 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 walked through the rain and afterwards removed the hearing aids with wet hands - everything was fine. However, the water resistance really only applies to fresh, natural water and not to foamy bathwater or saltwater.
Rating Simplicity & security: 2,5
Extras
In conclusion, let's quickly see if there are any extras: Starkey has integrated a sound generator that plays some soothing sounds for those suffering from tinnitus. This can distract from the tinnitus and provide a bit more relaxation.
A real added value is the remote service. For a change in hearing aid settings, you no longer have to go to the specialist store, but can contact the audiologist directly via the app. Through a cloud service, you can then load the new data package into the hearing aids. This is exactly what we expect from a modern hearing aid.
Your health is an important topic, which is why Starkey provides its customers with a great feature: health tracking. For example, physical activity is logged over a period of time. Sensors collect this data and then graphically display it in the accompanying app. With devices like this from Starkey, our test reports are getting longer, as there are now also smart additional functions. Various assistants make your life easier and are personalized in the app. While not strictly necessary, it is a lot of fun. For that, we give it a good rating.
Rating Extras: 1,0
Conclusion: Starkey Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13
Mit der Endnote 3,45 behauptet sich dieses Modell im mittleren Bereich. Es hat eine ganz passable Komfortausstattung mit an Bord, die für die typischen Alltagsmomente reicht und ein zufriedenstellendes Hörerlebnis schafft.
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Our Starkey Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13 review was created on October 3, 2022 and lastly updated on December 3, 2024. The overall rating of 3,45 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
Ist das Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13 von Starkey für mich geeignet?
Der Anpassbereich dieses Hörgerätes ist "". Ob Ihr Hördefizit in diesem Bereich liegt, kann ein Hörakustik-Fachbetrieb vor Ort schnell beurteilen.
Was kostet das Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13 von Starkey?
Der grobe Rahmen, in dem das Starkey Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13 derzeit in Deutschland angeboten wird, ist ungefähr zwischen 1.300,00 € und 2.000,00 €. Zum Preis sollte man sich auch die Gesamtbewertung anschauen: Die Gesamt-Testnote im HörShop-Test ist 3.5 (***). Auch Details sind wichtig, um den Hörgerätepreis einordnen zu können: Die Sternebewertung der "Lärmunterdrückung" im Test zeigt .
Welche Größe hat das Starkey Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13?
Dieses haben wir in die Größenklasse S eingeordnet. Das bedeutet, dass es ist. Sie können es mit anderen Hörgeräten dieser Größenklasse vergleichen: Hörgeräte-Vergleich.
Wie gut hört man mit dem Starkey Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13?
Das Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13 vom Hersteller Starkey ist mit 12 separat einstellbaren Equalizer-Bändern ausgestattet (zur Einordnung: Die aktuellen Spitzengeräte besitzen 25 Bänder). Die Bewertung der Unterdrückung von Lärm für dieses Gerät erreicht . Prädikat gibt es für die Windgeräuschunterdrückung des Evolv AI 1200 HdO 13. Fasst man den gesamten Bereich "Hörkomfort" zusammen, ergibt sich eine Gesamtnote im Test von 3,7 (**).
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