Test report: Starkey Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13

The Starkey Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13 in review

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Once again, we focus on a hearing aid from the company Starkey. This time it is a previously widely used behind-the-ear hearing aid called Evolv AI 1600 PP BTE 13. It is a normally sized hearing aid, and in terms of price, it falls into the upper mid-range. It can be used for moderate as well as more pronounced hearing needs. Let's take a look at what the inside has to offer:

Hearing comfort

In the Hearing Comfort section, we look at how a hearing aid handles all the surrounding noise. Comfortable noise management significantly contributes to a user liking their hearing aids and wearing them regularly. For this Starkey device, a solid comfort programming by the hearing care professional is possible. The regular noise suppression aims to soften uniform, ambient noise. With the Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13, we shouldn't expect too much. Speech and sounds are quite close together here. However, in acoustically simple situations, this should be sufficient.

The impulse sound management is relatively straightforward; it dampens short loud sounds a bit, which is okay. We are happy that the Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13 includes wind reduction. The adjustable microphones help detect specific directions and can also assist in noise cancellation, but the spatial sound was not very natural. A high number of frequency bands helps in separating speech from noise. The Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13 certainly ranks well with its 16 bands.

One component in the signal processing of the Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13 is artificial intelligence. The impact is positive, as many customers find conversations in noisy situations to be noticeably more relaxed.

Rating Hearing comfort: 3,2

Operation & connectivity

Almost everyone of us owns a smartphone, so it is natural to wonder if it can be connected to the new hearing aid. Let's take a look at the connectivity and operability of the Evolv AI 1600 PP RIC 13. One very quick way to adjust the volume is the small button on the device. It is easy to feel, and you can adjust it louder or quieter in several steps. Additional programs for specific hearing situations can also be activated with it. Those who prefer to do without the button can simply have it deactivated. If you don't like touching your ear to adjust the volume, you'll be pleased with the optional remote control. This allows for convenient and discreet adjustments to the hearing aid.

Sometimes it can be impractical to pull out the smartphone or the remote control. This is where voice control proves to be a clever alternative. Even with limited dexterity, operating with voice commands can be a real help. Touch control requires that sensors are implemented in the hearing aid. This is indeed the case here. You can simply tap on the outer ear with a few fingers or the flat of your hand to trigger a command. This could be, for example, activating a TV adapter or answering a phone call. Your audiologist will assist you with the exact configuration.

Hearing aid apps are becoming increasingly popular. With the Evolv AI 1600 PP RIC 13, we are in luck: there is a suitable app. This app has completely impressed us. Not only are there numerous options to customize the hearing aids to one's personal hearing preferences, but the app also offers plenty of lifestyle features. A streaming option would be great for our digital everyday life. The device in question meets our wish and comes with a 2.4 GHz wireless module. This allows you to send phone calls and sounds directly from the smartphone to the hearing aids.

Rating Operation & connectivity: 1,0

Starkey Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13:

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 Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13 features an extensive set of stored hearing situations. If a typical pattern is recognized, the hearing aid automatically activates the correct setting. We are very pleased with the integrated acclimatization manager. It gradually raises the volume of the hearing aid in tiny increments until our target amplification is eventually reached. We can relax and gradually get used to the new auditory impressions.

The Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13 receives its power from small disposable batteries that need to be replaced every few days. While it's not rocket science, it should be considered, especially for those with motor issues. A rechargeable battery would be much easier to handle.

With an IP 68 certification, the hearing aid can withstand various adverse conditions. Dust cannot penetrate, it can endure prolonged submersion in water, and it is also protected against touches.

Rating Simplicity & security: 2,0

Extras

Lastly, we are interested in whether there are any additional goodies: We particularly liked the optional tinnitus program. There are quite a few people who are occasionally or frequently bothered by a ringing or noise in their ears. The tinnitus program in the Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13 is essentially just a sound generator. It aims to produce broadband noises or sounds that gently and pleasantly stimulate all hearing areas. The tinnitus is masked in it and is no longer perceived as disturbing.

The remote maintenance service offers real added value. For a change in the hearing aid settings, you no longer have to go to the specialist store, but can directly contact the acoustician through the app. Via a cloud service, you can then upload the new data package to the hearing aids. This is exactly what we expect from a modern hearing aid.

Special sensors in the Starkey Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13 provide brand new insights into your health status. For example, at the end of a day, you can check how many steps you have taken. You don’t even need to have your smartphone with you while on the go. You only need to take a look at the app to read the data. Get even more out of the Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13 by utilizing the smart lifestyle features. They expand the operational range of the hearing aids with various assistance programs and significantly enhance the functionality.

Rating Extras: 1,0

Conclusion: Starkey Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13

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 PP HdO 13 review was created on August 9, 2023 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 PP HdO 13 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 PP HdO 13 befindet sich in der Größenklasse M. Das bedeutet, es wirkt .

Wie gut höre ich mit dem Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13 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 PP HdO 13 ist 16 (die Klassenbesten haben aktuell 24 Bänder). Für die Windgeräuschunterdrückung bekommt das Gerät von uns das Prädikat .

Ist das Starkey Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13 für mich geeignet?

Den Eignungsbereich von Hörgeräten nennen Hörakustiker "Anpassbereich". Starkey hat für das Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13 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 PP HdO 13?

Ist das Evolv AI 1600 PP HdO 13 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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