I’m doing my CI. homework now too. I’ve been referred for an evaluation which is scheduled for next week and I have lots of questions as well.

I agree that Cochlear has the largest presence in the market. But I’m becoming more impressed with AB. MedEL fell off my list. I’ve seen other products ((unrelated to hearing)where the company with the best marketing beat out another company with the best product. I’m trying to look past the advertising/marketing and make the best choice for me. I’m learning every day and the audiologist I see next week will have a lot of information and I will have a huge list of questions for her.

I’ll probably qualify but I having a hard time getting a clear view of all the connectivity, controls, and features. I’ve seen charts comparing the manufacturers but I think I have to make my own chart so I understand exactly what is in it. Generalizations can be misleading.

Good luck to you sdn1955