The Unitron V Stride 7 UP in review
This test report presents the V Stride 7 UP from the manufacturer Unitron. Brief model classification: The V Stride 7 UP is a well-grippable, compact hearing aid that is worn behind the ear. It can compensate for moderate to severe hearing losses and is a hearing aid from the Advanced Class. A good sound is achieved through traditional hearing aids.
Hearing comfort
First, we evaluate the listening comfort features. What types of sounds does the hearing aid recognize? How does it handle them? Is the hearing aid suitable for a varied everyday life? Here with this test device, the manufacturer provides the customer with comprehensive sound management. As in all hearing aids, we also find the typical noise suppression here. It is designed to reduce monotonous, noisy background sounds so that they are no longer so prominent. The manufacturer has made an effort with the V Stride 7 UP and included an efficient noise reduction.
Wind noise is always an issue when the hearing aid microphones are a bit exposed. With the V Stride 7 UP, this is not a problem at all because it has intelligent, effective wind noise suppression. This not only dampens the audible turbulence but also preserves speech understanding. Additionally, it features a really strong impulse filter that reduces all short, sharp sounds as much as the customer desires. With 20 channels, the frequency range in the V Stride 7 UP is very high. This allows the hearing aid to be perfectly adjusted to each individual hearing profile and offers good long-term tuning options. The spatial hearing has impressed us in everyday life. While it's not true 3D hearing, you quickly forget that when wearing the hearing aids.
Understanding speech in noisy environments is always a challenge. Unitron addresses this with the use of artificial intelligence. The result is brilliant and clear speech transmission, while the ambient sounds still come through at a realistically loud level.
Rating Hearing comfort: 1,5
Operation & connectivity
Buttons, switches, controls ... or would you rather have an app? Control elements can significantly expand the functionality of hearing aids. Is there something like that in the V Stride 7 UP? We checked. Usually, there is a button on the hearing aid, and we found one on the V Stride 7 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 V Stride 7 UP. It’s quite handy, fits in your pocket, and offers a volume control option as well as various listening programs.
Voice commands are a fairly new way of operating hearing aids. However, we do not have this option in this model yet. That's not too bad - the main thing is that you can hear well. Tap Control would have also been an interesting feature. With that, you can change the function with a quick tap on the ear. But that is not available here in the V Stride 7 UP yet.
As is common today, we also find a smartphone app for the V Stride 7 UP. This app includes solid basic functions and adds a few goodies on top. We really enjoyed the direct, wireless streaming. This means that calls from the smartphone are transmitted to the hearing aids without any additional accessories. This turns the hearing aid into a perfect hands-free device or wireless headphones. Listening to music or watching and listening to videos is incredibly comfortable.
Rating Operation & connectivity: 2,0
Unitron V Stride 7 UP:
The best alternatives to the V Stride 7 UP
Our database contains 38 reviews of hearing aids with similar technical features to this one (i.e., in klassischer Bauform in Size "", not rechargable, geeignet für Hörverlust-Grad mittel & stark). Here are the top 3 (Redaktionsstand 02.10.2025):
|
Hansaton Beat FS 9 R T 675 | Rating: 5 / 5 |
|
Hansaton Beat FS 7 R T 675 | Rating: 4.5 / 5 |
|
Starkey Evolv AI 2400 PP HdO 13 | Rating: 4.5 / 5 |
Simplicity & security
An important factor for the acceptance of a hearing aid is its practicality in everyday life. This includes, for example, automated functions as well as robustness and user-friendliness. A well-functioning situational awareness creates a lot of relaxation in daily hearing experiences. One does not have to constantly switch settings on the device and can easily rely on automated adjustments. The adjustment to the new hearing experience is supported by a fully automatic acclimatization manager. It adjusts the amplification in barely noticeable steps until my hearing loss is fully compensated. I don't have to do anything other than wear my hearing aids regularly.
The V Stride 7 UP is not rechargeable. It operates using hearing aid batteries size 675. Disadvantage: The batteries are disposed of after use. Advantage: The daily charging of rechargeable batteries is eliminated, and the hearing aid runs continuously for several days on one battery.
With an IP 68 certification, the hearing aid can withstand various adverse influences. Dust cannot penetrate, it can withstand prolonged immersion in water, and it is also protected against contact.
Rating Simplicity & security: 2,0
Extras
As there is more and more storage space available in apps or the hearing aids themselves, it's worth taking a look at possible extra features. Here’s how it looks: Do you suffer from tinnitus? Then you might consider using the optional tinnitus program in the V Stride 7 UP. Soft, gentle sounds are tailored to your hearing and engage all areas of the inner ear. It’s nothing more than a distraction maneuver, and it works surprisingly well. The tinnitus fades into the general noise and is no longer annoying. It’s a simple but effective tool and earns extra points from us.
Unitron keeps up with the times and offers a future-oriented feature with the remote setting service. Busy people with little time can contact their audiologist online and have their hearing aids reprogrammed. Hearing aid users who have a longer commute to the specialist store also benefit from this special service.
Tracking health data is a real added value in modern hearing aids. However, this Unitron model lacks the sensors for this service. The hearing aid also forgoes additional features like special assistance systems, a fall alarm, or speech translators. This is not a major issue, as it does not affect the essential hearing functions.
Rating Extras: 2,5
Conclusion: Unitron V Stride 7 UP
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 score of 1.88. Those who want to forgo top-notch technology but still wish for a comfortable hearing experience are in the right place here.
Top alternatives in the same price range
Which devices in a comparable price range currently show the best technical performance? Here are the current top 3:
|
Signia Active Pro IX ITC | Rating: 5 / 5 |
|
Philips HearLink 5050 MNR T R | Rating: 5 / 5 |
|
Audio Service G8 12 Mood R LI T 8 | Rating: 5 / 5 |
Our Unitron V Stride 7 UP review was created on March 21, 2024 and lastly updated on April 23, 2024. The overall rating of 1,88 is composed of: »Hearing Comfort (40% weighting): Rating 4.5 | »Operation & Connectivity (28% weighting): Rating 4 | »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 Stride 7 UP to others?
It is in the size class M, which makes it appear quite large. We primarily considered the impression for outsiders.
How much does the Unitron V Stride 7 UP cost?
The price range in which the Unitron V Stride 7 UP is approximately offered in Germany is between €2,500.00 and €3,000.00. The performance of the device corresponds to this price. In testing, it received an overall grade of 1.9 (good).
Is the Unitron V Stride 7 UP suitable for my hearing loss?
This behind-the-ear hearing aid is suitable for mild to severe hearing loss. You can compare other hearing aids from this fitting range with the V Stride 7 UP from Unitron: Hearing Aid Comparison.
How good is hearing with the Unitron V Stride 7 UP?
This behind-the-ear model receives a performance rating of 1.5 (good) in the test report for the area of "listening comfort." Important for listening comfort is, among other things, the noise suppression. Here, the V Stride 7 UP from Unitron achieves a good 4 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 occurs in 20 different adjustable channels (the best hearing aids currently have 24 channels).
Compare hearing aids: discover all other current reviews now
Find and sort all currently listed hearing aids now. You have full access to all filters, allowing you to quickly view the top hearing aids at a glance.
