The Starkey Evolv AI 2400 CIC in review
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Here we take a look at a hearing aid from the high-end category that is worn in the ear. It is called Evolv AI 2400 CIC and comes from the manufacturer Starkey. It can be used by anyone with moderate, severe, and changing hearing losses who desires a hearing aid of very small size. Due to its discreet placement in the ear canal, it has very good sound properties.
Hearing comfort
First, we looked at the comfort features. The better these are, the easier and more enjoyable the listening experience becomes. With this hearing aid, we were impressed by its excellent sound management. The traditional noise reduction helps to lower uniform, unimportant sounds slightly. The Evolv AI 2400 CIC offers truly strong noise suppression, making listening extremely pleasant. Wind noise is always an issue when the hearing aid microphones are somewhat exposed. With the Evolv AI 2400 CIC, this is not a problem at all, as it has intelligent and effective wind noise suppression. This not only reduces audible turbulence but also maintains speech understanding.
Points are deducted for the lack of impulse noise suppression. Normally, this dampens short, clattering noises. However, those who choose this hearing aid should not let that bother them. The Evolv AI 2400 CIC convinces us with its natural, spatial hearing. The ear shell retains its function, making the 3D feel just like not wearing a hearing aid at all. A brilliant listening experience is also based on the number of frequency bands. The more bands there are, the narrower the individual frequency channels, the better the hearing aid can be adapted to individual preferences. Here we get 24 bands. This not only allows for a great sound impression but also enables very careful speech and noise suppression.
An element in the signal processing of the Evolv AI 2400 CIC is artificial intelligence. The impact is positive, as many customers find conversations in noisy situations significantly more relaxed.
Rating Hearing comfort: 1,5
Starkey Evolv AI 2400 CIC:
Operation & connectivity
How can one fully utilize the potential of hearing aids in everyday life? We found out what access options are available with the Evolv AI 2400 CIC. For those who want to quickly and easily adjust the volume, there is a button on the device. You can also select additional programs for special hearing situations through it. Remote controls for hearing aids are actually common today, but Starkey has not provided one for this device.
The modern method of operation via voice command is not yet present in the Evolv AI 2400 CIC. Some hearing aids can be controlled with a simple tap of the finger, without having to press an extra button. However, this feature has not yet been implemented here.
The Evolv AI 2400 CIC can be operated with an app. In our view, it is somewhat rudimentary, but you will definitely benefit from the convenience of handling it. There is no provision for connecting to other audio sources. It's a pity, as a wireless streaming function would have offered a real added value.
Rating Operation & connectivity: 3,0
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Simplicity & security
Usability is the next aspect we want to address. This is about everyday practicality and the question of how easy and safe it is to navigate life with the hearing aid. Ideally, the hearing aid should operate largely autonomously. In this regard, the performance of the Evolv AI 2400 CIC is exceptionally good. It has a large number of typical hearing situations stored, which the device autonomously recognizes and always generates the appropriate setting. A great feature of this hearing aid is the automatic acclimatization. Especially for those who have been experiencing hearing difficulties for a while and are wearing a hearing aid for the first time, this is an enormous relief. The volume does not need to be immediately set to maximum. One can start at a lower level and gradually, almost imperceptibly, the amplification approaches the target.
The Evolv AI 2400 CIC is not rechargeable. It continues to get its power from disposable size 10 batteries, which need to be changed every few days.
Hearing aids are exposed to external influences. However, this model does not have any special coating against moisture or dust. This is unusual nowadays and surprises us. Therefore, optimal care is essential here.
Rating Simplicity & security: 2,6
Extras
Sometimes, hearing aids come with additional features that can be quite useful. Let's see how it is with this Starkey device: Starkey has integrated a noise generator that plays soothing sounds for those suffering from tinnitus. This can distract from the tinnitus and provide a bit more relaxation.
A nice feature would be a remote maintenance service, allowing assistance from a hearing professional even when one cannot come to the store. But unfortunately, this is not available here, so there are no extra points for that.
A new trend in the hearing aid industry is integrated sensors that can track some personal health data, but the Evolv AI 2400 CIC does not offer that. It would have also been nice to have some lifestyle features, but those are not available in the Evolv AI 2400 CIC. Other hearing aids might score points with language translators or fall alarms, but here it remains within the usual scope of functions.
Rating Extras: 3,3
Conclusion: Starkey Evolv AI 2400 CIC
With a final grade of 3.3, this model holds its ground in the mid-range. It has a fairly decent level of comfort features on board, sufficient for typical everyday moments and provides a satisfying listening experience.
Like many others, Starkey also offers its hearing aids as so-called private labels under different names. Read in our article about private labels what it's all about.
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Our Starkey Evolv AI 2400 CIC review was created on September 26, 2022 and lastly updated on December 3, 2024. The overall rating of 3,30 is composed of: »Hearing Comfort (40% weighting): Rating 5 | »Operation & Connectivity (28% weighting): Rating 3 | »Simplicity & Security (17% weighting): Rating 3.5 | »Extras (15% weighting): Rating 3 | Learn more about our evaluation criteria and testing standards in How We Test..
FAQ
How big is the Evolv AI 2400 CIC from Starkey?
Since a size in millimeters does not explain how big a hearing aid appears, we have classified the size perception into categories. Category "XXS" is practically invisible, while category "M" has the largest perceptibility. The Evolv AI 2400 CIC from Starkey falls into the size category XS. Therefore, it can be considered quite small.
What is the price of the Starkey Evolv AI 2400 CIC?
The Evolv AI 2400 CIC from manufacturer Starkey is currently offered by audiologists in Germany in a price range starting at approximately €3,000.00. To assess the price-performance ratio, you should consider the overall test score of 3.3 (satisfactory).
How well can you hear with the Starkey Evolv AI 2400 CIC?
The Starkey Evolv AI 2400 CIC receives a score of 1.5 (very good) for hearing comfort from us. The Starkey hearing aid is rated 'excellent' for its wind noise suppression (maximum of 5 out of 5 stars). The device's noise suppression achieves very good 5 stars (the best possible rating). 24 frequency bands are separately adjustable in this hearing aid for processing sound levels (top values of current high-end models: 24).
Who is the Starkey Evolv AI 2400 CIC suitable for?
If your hearing loss is mild, moderate, or severe, the Starkey Evolv AI 2400 CIC may be suitable for you. This so-called "fitting range" of the hearing aid is determined by the manufacturer and is related to the amplification of the hearing aid, among other factors. Whether the device is actually suitable for you can only be sensibly assessed by an audiologist on-site after a detailed hearing test has been conducted.
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