Test report: Starkey Evolv AI 1600 RIC R

The Starkey Evolv AI 1600 RIC R in review

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We tested a discreet hearing aid this time from a still moderate price category. It is the Starkey Evolv AI 1600 RIC R. It is worn behind the ear and is designed for moderate, stronger, and changing hearing losses. The smart decision to place the speaker directly in the ear canal is thanks to its design, which also provides a nice, clear sound.

Hearing comfort

What is most annoying for hearing aid users? Exactly, background noises. Therefore, let's take a look at the comfort features included in the test device first. The Evolv AI 1600 RIC R allows for solid comfort programming by the hearing care professional. A normal noise reduction feature is definitely present. It should dampen constant noises like street noise or the sound of the air conditioning. We shouldn't expect too much from our test device from Starkey. Speech and sounds are quite close together here. But in acoustically simple situations, this should be sufficient.

The Evolv AI 1600 RIC R also features impulse sound suppression. It reliably detects all short, clattering noises, but the damping effect is rather minimal. We are pleased that the Evolv AI 1600 RIC R includes wind reduction. The Evolv AI 1600 RIC R is one of the good hearing aids, at least in terms of the number of frequency bands. With 16 bands, it is well-equipped for precise adjustments to personal sound preferences. Spatial hearing requires a bit of practice with the Evolv AI 1600 RIC R. However, the adaptive microphone system provides quite good support in social situations.

It is interesting that artificial intelligence also plays a role in signal processing here. The sound is not only analyzed based on typical frequency patterns. Especially intense, noisy situations are perceived as more realistic and pleasant.

Rating Hearing comfort: 3,2

Starkey Evolv AI 1600 RIC R:

Operation & connectivity

“Can I adjust something on my hearing aid myself?” “Is there possibly an app?” These and similar questions are becoming increasingly important when selecting a hearing aid, so let’s take a look at the operation and connection options. First, we discovered 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 it, and different hearing programs can also be activated. If one prefers not to adjust anything directly on the ear, the button can of course be deactivated. Those who do not like to touch their ear to increase the volume will be pleased about the optional remote control. This allows for comfortable and discreet adjustments to the hearing aid.

Voice control of devices is widespread in other areas, and now it is also available for hearing aids. The Evolv AI 1600 RIC R can adjust the volume or switch to another hearing program with a simple voice command. We were quite impressed by the tap control during testing. Just tap your ear briefly, and your Starkey hearing aid knows it should do something. We were already familiar with this sensor-controlled technology from wireless headphones, and it’s great that something like this is now available in hearing aids as well.

In our opinion, an app is better than a remote control, as everyone likely has a smartphone in their pocket. The app for the Evolv AI 1600 RIC R is really good; it has a lot of clever features that make hearing in difficult situations significantly easier. It is fairly complex, but you can quickly get the hang of it. In demo mode, you can practice a bit. There are also a few surprising additional tools - enjoy discovering them! You no longer need headphones here, as it has a wireless option and can transmit sounds from the smartphone directly into the ears - if the smartphone is equipped with 2.4 GHz LE technology.

Rating Operation & connectivity: 1,0

Starkey Evolv AI 1600 RIC R:

Simplicity & security

Another point on our checklist is handling. Does everything work simply and reliably? What does the hearing aid offer to ensure safe use in everyday life? The Evolv AI 1600 RIC R features a comprehensive set of stored hearing situations. When a typical pattern is recognized, the hearing aid activates the right setting automatically. Some people struggle with adaptation, but this hearing aid makes it easy for us to cope with the new volume. There is an acclimatization manager that gradually leads us to the required target amplification. The time frame can range from a few weeks to several months, and this is individually adjustable. The individual steps are so small that one hardly notices that there has been an increase in volume.

Easy handling in everyday life definitely also includes power supply. The Evolv AI 1600 RIC R has a built-in rechargeable battery. Since one charge lasts for the entire day, we don’t have to worry about the battery dying in the middle of a conversation.

We also take a look at the robustness of the housing and find the protection class IP 68 in the data sheet. This means that dust cannot penetrate, and water only becomes a danger after prolonged submersion. Protection against contact is also included.

Rating Simplicity & security: 1,3

Starkey Evolv AI 1600 RIC R:

Extras

Before we reach the end, let's take a look at the extras: We were really impressed by the optional tinnitus program. There are quite a few people who occasionally or frequently suffer from a ringing or buzzing in their ears. The tinnitus program in the Evolv AI 1600 RIC R is basically just a sound generator. It's about producing broad-band noises or sounds that gently and pleasantly stimulate all hearing areas. The tinnitus fades into the background and is no longer perceived as disturbing.

A clever tool is the integrated remote maintenance service. Almost everyone has a smartphone, and time is a scarce commodity. Therefore, such a remote maintenance service is absolutely appropriate. If someone needs a new programming for their hearing aids, they can easily contact the audiologist through the app and describe their hearing needs. Through a cloud service, the professional can then send a customized setting as a data package to the app. From there, it is uploaded to the hearing aid and can be tested immediately. This definitely earns extra points in our test.

With hearing aids, you can do much more than just hear. Here in the Evolv AI 1600 RIC R, for example, there is the option to analyze your movement data. Then you can check in the evening how far you have walked. This kind of health tracking is interesting for many customers, so additional features might be added through future updates. Get even more out of the Evolv AI 1600 RIC R by utilizing the smart lifestyle features. They expand the audio range of the hearing aids with various assistance programs and significantly enhance the functionality.

Rating Extras: 1,0

Conclusion: Starkey Evolv AI 1600 RIC R

Mit der Endnote 2,67 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 RIC R review was created on October 19, 2022 and lastly updated on December 3, 2024. The overall rating of 2,67 is composed of: »Hearing Comfort (40% weighting): Rating 3 | »Operation & Connectivity (28% weighting): Rating 5 | »Simplicity & Security (17% weighting): Rating 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 1600 RIC R 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 RIC R befindet sich in der Größenklasse S. Das bedeutet, es wirkt .

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

Ist das Starkey Evolv AI 1600 RIC R für mich geeignet?

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

Ist das Evolv AI 1600 RIC R 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 (2.7 (***)) und vor allen Dingen mit der Bewertung im Bereich Lärmunterdrückung () beurteilen.

 

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