Test report: Starkey Evolv AI 2400 HdO R

The Starkey Evolv AI 2400 HdO R in review

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What exactly can the Evolv AI 2400 HdO R from the manufacturer Starkey do? First of all, it is a hearing aid, as known from the past, that sits behind the ear. It covers mild, moderate, and also severe hearing needs. This model is a discreet hearing aid from the premium category. What can it achieve in everyday hearing? What comfort features does it offer? We took a closer look at it.

Hearing comfort

What is most bothersome for most hearing aid users: Exactly, background noise. That’s why we first look at the comfort features of the test device. We were impressed with the excellent sound management of the Evolv AI 2400 RIC. Normal noise suppression is definitely present. It is supposed to attenuate constant sounds like traffic noise or the hum of the air conditioning. In our test device from Starkey, we found a really strong noise suppression that makes listening extremely pleasant.

We are also surprised at how well the impulse sound management works here. Nothing bangs, nothing rattles – very good! The Evolv AI 2400 RIC is equipped with incredibly good wind detection. Nothing stands in the way of a walk by the sea. We found a proud 24 equalizer bands in the Evolv AI 2400 RIC. In each band, the hearing aid activates its sound management, filters out the disturbing components, and retains important speech elements. Acoustic changes can be targeted and precise. We are very satisfied with that. Especially with sharp or steeply declining hearing curves, such a hearing aid can be very useful. The spatial hearing has convinced us in everyday life. It’s not true 3D hearing, but you quickly forget that when wearing the hearing aids.

Artificial intelligence is also employed in the signal processing of the Evolv AI 2400 RIC. This allows for a much more realistic analysis of the listening environment, and especially the clarity in noisy surroundings is significantly better.

Rating Hearing comfort: 1,2

Starkey Evolv AI 2400 HdO R:

Operation & connectivity

Almost everyone of us owns a smartphone, which raises the question of whether it can be connected to the new hearing aid. Let's take a look at the connectivity and usability of the Evolv AI 2400 R. There's usually a button on the hearing aid, and we found one on the Evolv AI 2400 as well. It can be configured as a volume control or program selection button, and can also be deactivated if desired. A remote control is available for the Evolv AI 2400 R. It's quite practical, fits in your pocket, and offers a volume up-down option as well as various hearing programs.

Voice control is a modern way of operating hearing aids. Starkey has integrated this feature into its model, saving us the hassle of searching for a small button. More and more functionalities from other areas are being adopted in hearing aids. Here in the Evolv AI 2400 R, it's the tap control. Simply tapping on the ear shell with your fingers or flat hand triggers a command. This could be, for example, the start of a transmission from the TV adapter. Your hearing care professional will help you select the appropriate function.

The operation of the Evolv AI 2400 R is relatively straightforward through the accompanying app. It comes with a lot of additional features and has impressed us quite a bit. We particularly enjoyed using the equalizer during testing. As a normally hearing person, one might feel a bit envious, as you don’t find such options in wireless headphones yet. For our digital everyday life, a streaming option wouldn’t be bad. The device at hand meets our desire and comes with a 2.4 GHz wireless module. This allows you to send calls and sounds directly from your smartphone to the hearing aids.

Rating Operation & connectivity: 1,0

Starkey Evolv AI 2400 HdO R:

Simplicity & security

An important factor for the acceptance of a hearing aid is its everyday usability. This includes, for example, automated functions, as well as robustness and user-friendliness. The Evolv AI 2400 RIC performs exceptionally well in situation detection. Those who desire a comprehensive and powerful full automation in their hearing aid and want to adjust it as little as possible will be well served here. The adaptive algorithms untangle the individual sound events in the environment and present the soundscape clearly and precisely. The device supports getting used to the new hearing sensation with a fully automatic acclimatization manager. This adjusts the amplification in barely noticeable steps until my hearing loss is completely compensated. I don't have to do anything other than regularly wear my hearing aids.

Easy handling in everyday life definitely includes power supply. The Evolv AI 2400 RIC has a built-in rechargeable battery and can be charged repeatedly. 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 had a carefree everyday experience in our test due to the IP-68 certification. This indicates that the hearing aid is particularly well protected against dust and water. We marched through the rain and then took out the hearing aids with wet hands - no problem at all. However, the water resistance really only applies to fresh, natural water and not to foamy bathwater or saltwater.

Rating Simplicity & security: 1,0

Extras

Everyone appreciates a few extra features, so let's see if we can find some here: Are you one of those suffering from tinnitus? If so, you might want to use the optional tinnitus program in the Evolv AI 2400 RIC. Soft, gentle sounds are tailored to your hearing and engage all areas of the inner ear. It is nothing more than a distraction and works surprisingly well. The tinnitus fades into the general noise and is no longer bothersome. It's a simple yet effective tool and earns extra points from us.

The remote adjustment feature is something we really like. It is very helpful when you just want to change a minor setting on the hearing aid but do not want to travel to the audiologist. Instead, you can contact them via the app, and the hearing professional sends back a customized data package in the same way.

Special sensors in the Starkey Evolv AI 2400 RIC offer new insights into your health status. For example, at the end of the day, you can check how many steps you've taken. You don’t even need to have your smartphone with you while you’re out. You only need to check the app to read the data. This Starkey device also includes a few small highlights. Depending on what your smartphone supports, you can set reminders for appointments, access Siri, or use other assistance systems. That definitely earns an extra point.

Rating Extras: 1,0

Conclusion: Starkey Evolv AI 2400 HdO R

Abschließend lässt sich sagen, dass es sich bei diesem Gerät um einen echten Allrounder handelt, der uns mit seiner Komfortausstattung überzeugt und mit der Note 1,5 ein gutes Gesamtergebnis erzielt. Wer auf Spitzentechnik verzichten möchte, aber trotzdem einen bequemen Höralltag wünscht, der ist hier an der richtigen Stelle.

Private labels, or also own brands, are also common for hearing aids. If you want to know more about it, read our article on the topic.

 

Our Starkey Evolv AI 2400 HdO R review was created on August 31, 2022 and lastly updated on December 3, 2024. The overall rating of 1,50 is composed of: »Hearing Comfort (40% weighting): Rating 5 | »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 2400 HdO 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 2400 HdO R befindet sich in der Größenklasse S. Das bedeutet, es wirkt .

Wie gut höre ich mit dem Evolv AI 2400 HdO R von Starkey?

Dieses Hörgerät schneidet mit einer Gesamtnote von 1,2 (*****) 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 2400 HdO R ist 24 (die Klassenbesten haben aktuell 24 Bänder). Für die Windgeräuschunterdrückung bekommt das Gerät von uns das Prädikat .

Ist das Starkey Evolv AI 2400 HdO R für mich geeignet?

Den Eignungsbereich von Hörgeräten nennen Hörakustiker "Anpassbereich". Starkey hat für das Evolv AI 2400 HdO 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 2400 HdO R?

Ist das Evolv AI 2400 HdO R von Starkey teuer oder günstig? Es wird in Deutschland derzeit in einem ungefähren Preisrahmen von ab 3.000,00 € gehandelt. Wenn eine Krankenkasse sich beteiligt, fällt der Betrag deutlich geringer aus. Wichtig: Sie sollten den Preis zum Zusammenhang mit der Gesamtnote im Testbericht (1.5 (****)) und vor allen Dingen mit der Bewertung im Bereich Lärmunterdrückung () beurteilen.

 

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