Test report: Unitron V Moxi 5 312

The Unitron V Moxi 5 312 in review

This test report introduces you to the V Moxi 5 312 from the manufacturer Unitron. Brief model classification: The V Moxi 5 312 is a beautiful, discreet hearing aid that sits behind the ear. It can compensate for mild, moderate, and even severe hearing losses and is a hearing aid from a price range slightly above the average. A good sound is achieved through the speaker that sits directly in the ear canal.

This device is the mid-range device of the Vivante family. Therefore, you do not enjoy all the benefits of the improvements described in the link.

Hearing comfort

At least as important as speech understanding is hearing comfort. After all, our environment should sound as realistic and pleasant as possible. So let’s take a look at noise management: In this model, which Unitron offers here, the manufacturer provides customers with comprehensive noise management. Of course, noise suppression is integrated to soften strenuous background noises. The V Moxi 5 312 has quite decent noise suppression. It may be too weak if you are frequently in traffic, but it is manageable in everyday life. Wind noise is always an issue when the hearing aid microphones are somewhat exposed. With the V Moxi 5 312, this is not a problem at all, as it has intelligent, effective wind noise suppression. This not only softens the audible turbulence but also preserves speech understanding.

Highly useful is the impulse sound suppression. It picks up all clattering, popping, and crackling noises and reliably softens them. The adjustable microphones help detect specific directions and can also assist in noise cancellation; however, the spatial sound was not very natural. 16 adjustable equalizer bands provide enough room to generate a reliable, tailored listening experience.

One component in the signal processing of the V Moxi 5 312 is artificial intelligence. The impact is positive, as many customers find conversations in noisy situations significantly more relaxed.

Conveying the subtleties of language with all its nuances is a great challenge. Therefore, these devices also transmit hardly noticeable nuances of speech.

Rating Hearing comfort: 2,0

Operation & connectivity

Every person has their own individual hearing needs. It is therefore beneficial to be able to customize hearing aids beyond the automatic functions. In our test, we discovered the following access options: First, we found a button directly on the hearing aid. This is very useful, as it is the simplest and quickest way to make adjustments. The volume can be adjusted through this, and different hearing programs can also be activated. If someone prefers not to change anything directly at the ear, the button can of course be deactivated. The small remote control, which is available as an option, is very practical. For us, it is one of the most convenient ways to increase or decrease the volume or switch to another hearing program. No one notices anything, and there is no need to reach for the ear.

This device from Unitron can be controlled by voice command. This very modern way of operating hearing aids is indeed convenient and, above all, very quick. Tap Control would have also been an interesting feature. With that, you could change the function with a quick tap on the ear. However, that is not available in the V Moxi 5 312 yet.

The manual control includes an app. This allows for discreet access to the hearing aid. In addition to adjusting the volume, you can also set hearing programs and a few other functions. Issues with phone calls on a smartphone are a thing of the past with this device. Calls, music, and other sounds are transmitted completely wirelessly to the hearing aids. Headphones thus become unnecessary. We tested the wireless transmission during longer phone calls as well as for listening to music while exercising. Everything worked simply and smoothly. Only a compatible smartphone with 2.4 GHz wireless technology is needed.

The integrated voice assistant makes operation easier when you don't have your hands free. This is useful, for example, when driving, when you should keep your hands on the wheel.

Rating Operation & connectivity: 1,7

Unitron V Moxi 5 312: Hearing aids no longer have a power switch today. You need to actively interrupt the power supply by slightly opening the battery compartment.

Simplicity & security

Now let’s briefly discuss everyday usability. Is the V Moxi 5 312 user-friendly and easy to handle? Does it have water protection? Here are our findings: When it comes to simplicity, it is primarily about easy, effortless hearing. This works quite well with the existing situational automation in the V Moxi 5 312. However, when the acoustic environment becomes a bit more varied, the automation reaches its limits, and we prefer to resort to manual adjustment options. The integrated acclimatization manager can be of great help when starting out in the world of hearing aids. Its task is to gradually increase the volume of the hearing aid in tiny steps until the target volume is reached. This allows you to relax and gradually get used to the new hearing impressions. More information on acclimatization and other hearing aids with this feature can be found here: Acclimatization to hearing aids.

Many hearing aids today come with a rechargeable battery, but the V Moxi 5 312 continues to operate on disposable batteries. This is somewhat cumbersome to handle and also places an additional burden on the environment.

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

When you connect your hearing aids to your smartphone, you will inevitably encounter small issues that can be quite annoying. Based on our extensive experience, we have put together a small problem-solving guide for you: Pairing hearing aids with your phone

Rating Simplicity & security: 2,3

Extras

The finale belongs to the extras, meaning small additional features that could earn the hearing aid some extra points: Unitron has integrated a sound generator that plays some soothing sounds for those suffering from tinnitus. This can distract from the tinnitus and provide a bit more relaxation.

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

A new trend in the hearing aid industry is integrated sensors that can track some personal health data, for example. However, the V Moxi 5 312 does not offer this. The hearing aid also does without additional features such as special assistance systems, a fall alert, or language translators. This is not too bad, as it does not affect the important hearing functions.

Rating Extras: 2,5

Conclusion: Unitron V Moxi 5 312

In conclusion, it can be said that this device is a true all-rounder, impressing us with its comfort features and achieving a good overall rating of 2.03. Those who want to forgo top-notch technology but still desire a comfortable hearing experience are in the right place here.

 

Our Unitron V Moxi 5 312 review was created on November 23, 2023 and lastly updated on April 19, 2024. The overall rating of 2,03 is composed of: »Hearing Comfort (40% weighting): Rating 4 | »Operation & Connectivity (28% weighting): Rating 4.5 | »Simplicity & Security (17% weighting): Rating 4 | »Extras (15% weighting): Rating 3.5 | Learn more about our evaluation criteria and testing standards in How We Test..

 

 

 

FAQ

How noticeable is the Unitron V Moxi 5 312 to others?

It is in the size class S, so it appears medium-sized. We primarily focused on its appearance to outsiders.

What is the price of the Unitron V Moxi 5 312?

The price range in which the Unitron V Moxi 5 312 is approximately offered in Germany is between €2,000.00 and €2,500.00. The performance of the device corresponds to the price. In the test, it achieved an overall rating of 2.0 (good).

Is the Unitron V Moxi 5 312 suitable for my hearing loss?

This behind-the-ear hearing aid is suitable for mild, moderate, or severe hearing loss. You can compare other hearing aids from this fitting range with the V Moxi 5 312 from Unitron: Hearing Aids Comparison.

How good is hearing with the V Moxi 5 312 from Unitron?

This behind-the-ear device receives a performance rating of 2.0 (good) in the area of "hearing comfort." Important for hearing comfort is, among other things, noise suppression. Here, the V Moxi 5 312 from Unitron achieves 3 out of 5 stars. For reducing wind noise, it receives our designation of 'excellent' (maximum 5 out of 5 stars). The signal processing in this hearing aid takes place in 16 different adjustable channels (the best hearing aids currently have 24 channels).

 

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