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Resound or Oticon?

Posted by sparklegram @sparklegram, Aug 4, 2019

Good morning everyone. I'm getting new hearing aids and Friday I saw my audiologist. I'm testing Resound first and then I'll try Oticon. She said these two are her "go-to" brands. Has anyone had experience with these two brands, and if so, do you have an opinion about them? It's been awhile since I bought my last pair which were Phonaks. Technology has changed drastically, so the learning curve seems huge to me! I'd appreciate your thoughts and experiences.

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maryjax | @maryjax | Sep 2, 2019

I’ve had the Oticon Opn for 3 years and I’m very happy with them. Oticon is usually rated one of the top hearing aids. Phonak Marvel are getting very good reviews too. Check out the reviews on Utube by Dr. Cliff, AudD.

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1bohawk | @1bohawk | Nov 5, 2019
In reply to @warmpool "Resound is a good hearing aid I know people who love it but it doesn't work..." + (show)
@warmpool

Resound is a good hearing aid I know people who love it but it doesn't work for me I can't even hear my husband's voice unless he is looking at me. I've had 3 very good audiologist and a Resound representative program the ha and it's still has a very tinny sound . I only kept it because it partners with my Cochlear America CI but I so wish that I could easily use an Oticon hearing aid with my CA because the Oticon has the clearest sound for my severe hearing loss. My doctor programed a Phonak and an Oticon in the office and I tested both there and the Oticon was the clear (pun intended) winner.

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I am trying linx octticon resound and the sound is the worst excuse for sound i have ever heard my old aids r far better sound and more real.....so far i hate these things.

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sparklegram | @sparklegram | Nov 5, 2019
In reply to @1bohawk "I am trying linx octticon resound and the sound is the worst excuse for sound i..." + (show)
@1bohawk

I am trying linx octticon resound and the sound is the worst excuse for sound i have ever heard my old aids r far better sound and more real.....so far i hate these things.

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@1bohawk- I posted on August 9th that i was getting new hearing aids. My audiologist is wonderful, and very lenient about trial periods. I've tried Resound, Signia, and currently Phonak. Resounds were OK, although I did have some issues with them and they were not right for me. I hated Signia for a lot of reasons. Phonaks are great for me, and I plan to go ahead and purchase them. I think it is a very personal decision and a brand that is best for one person might not work for another person.

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Nov 9, 2019
In reply to @1bohawk "I am trying linx octticon resound and the sound is the worst excuse for sound i..." + (show)
@1bohawk

I am trying linx octticon resound and the sound is the worst excuse for sound i have ever heard my old aids r far better sound and more real.....so far i hate these things.

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@1bohawk welcome to Connect. Am I reading your message right that you're testing both ReSound LiNX and Oticon? It is a frustrating journey of testing, calibrating and personal decision making. Are you making any headway?

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probonopublico | @probonopublico | Feb 16, 2020

On the Internet, I see Oticon [World's Most Powerful] Xceed 1 SP/UP BTE Hearing Aids for Severe-Profound, priced at $1499.00 each. However, the equipment is bing sold in USA is for $2400.00 each.
Last week I was fitted a pair for $4800.00
This is price gouging.

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sparklegram | @sparklegram | Feb 16, 2020
In reply to @probonopublico "On the Internet, I see Oticon [World's Most Powerful] Xceed 1 SP/UP BTE Hearing Aids for..." + (show)
@probonopublico

On the Internet, I see Oticon [World's Most Powerful] Xceed 1 SP/UP BTE Hearing Aids for Severe-Profound, priced at $1499.00 each. However, the equipment is bing sold in USA is for $2400.00 each.
Last week I was fitted a pair for $4800.00
This is price gouging.

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I'm happy with my Phonaks...a pair for $7,000.

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veganmom | @veganmom | Feb 16, 2020

I have had both ...I absolutely prefer Oticon( worn these for over 5 years now ) and my next pair will be Oticon as well( later this year) .... Phonak just didn’t measure up as far as longevity and ease of use ( for me at least )

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lizzy102 | @lizzy102 | Feb 17, 2020
In reply to @nurseheadakes "Hi Sparklegram - My Resound LinX were the first generation hearing aids that promoted the streaming..." + (show)
@nurseheadakes

Hi Sparklegram - My Resound LinX were the first generation hearing aids that promoted the streaming into my iPhone. They are small behind-the-ears, digital and yes have the plastic tube that connects to my ears with the replaceable buds. I have some residual hearing so these hearing aids help me with what I don't have. Each year Resound/GN updates their Hearing Computers to do more for for those who can't hear. Remember, these are mini computers that have many components to them. https://www.resound.com/en-us/hearing-aids/digital. Check out their website that shows what is happening behind the scene and the latest models that are available. I have not updated mine because mine are still appropriate for me.
Each night when I take my hearing aids out, I take the buds off and wash them by hand with soap and water and then put them and the hearing aids, open the battery container - and put them all into my cleaner for the night. This allows for the aids, batteries and buds to last longer and for my ears to not itch because I am allergic to anything that sits near or on my ears. (they are plastic and draw moisture, bugs, etc.) Remember, these instruments are computers and need to be well taken care of and if you want them to work for you - they need to be properly taken care of to function for you in the most optimum way. Just like you take care of your home PC, laptop, cell phones, etc...your aids, CI and hearing devices are just as valuable if not more. Eloise

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Sparklegram- Just to clarify, the. ‘Buds’ that nurseheadakes is referring to are not fitted to the ear canal, they are small flexible ear plug looking things usually pale grey or clear. Do not wash fitted-to-your-ear-canal ear molds with water.

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cherriann | @cherriann | Feb 17, 2020
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@veganmom

I have had both ...I absolutely prefer Oticon( worn these for over 5 years now ) and my next pair will be Oticon as well( later this year) .... Phonak just didn’t measure up as far as longevity and ease of use ( for me at least )

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I have Phonaks, which are first pair I've had. I was new to the hearing aid world, so went with what was suggested as one of the best. I have been fairly satisfied with them, but when I need my next pair, I will definitely be checking out other brands/options. I paid $7,000 for the Phonaks, and now several years later, I question whether there aren't equally as good hearing aids that could be purchased for less.....

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tonyinmi | @tonyinmi | Feb 17, 2020

Cherriann, the answer is yes, you can get equally good aids for less MONEY. It may come at the cost of better service. The Costco aids are made by Phonak. Certain features, such as a telecoil, may not be an option though. Also, Costco employs mostly Hearing Instrument Specialists (HIS). There are good ones out there, but they will not have the training that an AuD has. Depending on your loss, you may not even need a high end aid. We will see Over the Counter (OTC) aids in all the major drug stores soon. One of those products may be sufficient. Much depends on how severe of a loss you have and what types of features you desire.
Tony in Michigan

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