Test report: Starkey Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312

The Starkey Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312 in review

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Starkey presents the Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312, a model from the upper mid-range. It can compensate for moderate, more severe, and changing hearing losses. It is a small mini hearing aid that delivers good sound by housing the speaker directly in the ear canal. It is worn behind the ear.

Hearing comfort

The comfort features determine how pleasant hearing is experienced in daily life. This hearing aid allows for solid comfort programming by the hearing care professional. A classic noise suppression is supposed to reduce annoying background noise to a tolerable level. The Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312 has rather below-average noise suppression. Noise-sensitive individuals may have to make some compromises in hearing comfort. This device can detect wind and slightly reduce the noise.

The impulse sound management is relatively straightforward; it dampens short loud noises a bit, which is okay. Adaptive microphone systems facilitate spatial hearing. However, one needs to acclimate to the new sound; especially at the beginning, it can be challenging to clearly identify where a sound is coming from. The Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312 is one of the good hearing aids, at least regarding the number of frequency bands. With 16 bands, it is well-equipped for precise adjustment to personal sound preferences.

Artificial intelligence is also utilized in the signal processing of the Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312. This allows for a much more realistic analysis of the listening environment, and especially the clarity in noisy surroundings is significantly improved.

Rating Hearing comfort: 3,2

Starkey Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312:

Operation & connectivity

The operation of hearing aids today is as simple or as complex as anyone would like it to be. The basic functions, of course, operate fully automatically. We wanted to know how a user can further access the Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312. Usually, there is a button on the hearing aid, and we found one on the Evolv AI 1600 as well. It can be configured as a volume control or program selection button and can also be disabled if desired. A remote control for the hearing aid is available upon request. This allows you to easily adjust the volume. The operation is not only child’s play, but no one will notice that you are adjusting your hearing aids.

Voice control is a modern way to operate hearing aids. Starkey has integrated this function into its model, saving us from having to feel for a small button. Now it gets really modern: The Starkey hearing aid can be easily switched using tap control. Sensors in the housing detect the touch when you briefly tap your ear with your fingers. And what exactly happens next is determined in collaboration with your hearing care professional. You can, for example, activate voice control or switch to a special program.

In our opinion, an app is better than a remote control, because everyone probably has a smartphone in their pocket. The app for the Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312 is really good; it has a lot of clever functions that make hearing in difficult situations significantly easier. It is quite complex, but you can quickly get the hang of it. You can practice in demo mode. There are also some surprising additional tools - have fun discovering them! You no longer need headphones here, as it has a wireless option and can transmit sounds from the smartphone directly to the ears - as long as the smartphone is equipped with 2.4 GHz LE technology.

Rating Operation & connectivity: 1,0

Starkey Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312:

Simplicity & security

We are also interested in how quickly one can get accustomed to the Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312 and how easy daily use is. With the Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312, we experienced an effective situational automation that supports our hearing well. This ensures that we do not constantly need to adjust the hearing aid. Some people find it difficult to get used to, but this hearing aid makes it easy for us to cope with the new volume. There is an acclimatization manager that gradually introduces us to the required target amplification. The period can last from a few weeks to several months, and this is individually adjustable. The individual steps are so small that you do not even notice that there has just been an increase in volume.

The Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312 is not equipped with a rechargeable battery, so it cannot be charged. It is powered by a hearing aid battery size 312, which needs to be replaced every few days.

The hearing aid has been classified into the IP protection class 68. This guarantees comprehensive protection against dust ingress. Water also cannot easily damage the hearing aid. This makes it well-equipped for outdoor activities where it can get wet and dirty. However, do not necessarily bathe or swim with the hearing aids. Bath additives or the salt content in seawater can alter the composition and may ultimately cause damage.

Rating Simplicity & security: 2,0

Extras

At the end of our test report, there is still a little room for the extra features: Are you among those troubled by tinnitus? Then you might consider using the optional tinnitus program in the Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312. Soft, gentle sounds are tailored to your hearing and engage all areas of the inner ear. This is nothing more than a distraction tactic, and it works surprisingly well. The tinnitus fades into the background noise and no longer bothers you. This is a simple yet effective tool and earns extra points from us.

A very good additional benefit comes from the offer of remote maintenance. Through the app, you can get in touch with your hearing care professional and describe your hearing problem. They can then adjust the settings accordingly and upload them to the hearing aids via the app. For people with little time or a long journey, this is a great service.

With hearing aids, you can do much more than just hear. Here in the Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312, for example, there is the option to analyze your movement data. You can check in the evening how far you have walked. This kind of health tracking is interesting for many customers, so more features could be added in future updates. We were particularly impressed by the additional functions found in the Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312. Various assistants support your daily life beyond hearing and can be configured in the app. These are hearing aids you don't want to give up. By the way: These lifestyle functions are often still being worked on, so they may change depending on updates.

Rating Extras: 1,0

Conclusion: Starkey Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312

Mit der Endnote 2,85 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 1600 mRIC 312 review was created on October 24, 2022 and lastly updated on December 3, 2024. The overall rating of 2,85 is composed of: »Hearing Comfort (40% weighting): Rating 3 | »Operation & Connectivity (28% weighting): Rating 5 | »Simplicity & Security (17% weighting): Rating 4 | »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 1600 mRIC 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 1600 mRIC 312 befindet sich in der Größenklasse XS. Das bedeutet, es wirkt .

Wie gut höre ich mit dem Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312 von Starkey?

Dieses Hörgerät schneidet mit einer Gesamtnote von 3,2 (***) 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 1600 mRIC 312 ist 16 (die Klassenbesten haben aktuell 24 Bänder). Für die Windgeräuschunterdrückung bekommt das Gerät von uns das Prädikat .

Ist das Starkey Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312 für mich geeignet?

Den Eignungsbereich von Hörgeräten nennen Hörakustiker "Anpassbereich". Starkey hat für das Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 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 1600 mRIC 312?

Ist das Evolv AI 1600 mRIC 312 von Starkey teuer oder günstig? Es wird in Deutschland derzeit in einem ungefähren Preisrahmen von zwischen 2.000,00 € und 2.500,00 € gehandelt. Wenn eine Krankenkasse sich beteiligt, fällt der Betrag deutlich geringer aus. Wichtig: Sie sollten den Preis zum Zusammenhang mit der Gesamtnote im Testbericht (2.9 (***)) und vor allen Dingen mit der Bewertung im Bereich Lärmunterdrückung () beurteilen.

 

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