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Eargo 8 vs Signia Active Mini IX

Side-by-side HearAdvisor lab results with SoundGrades, expert pick badges, and the same visualizations we use in product reviews.

Uses Official HearAdvisor Lab Data
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EargoSoundGrade C

Eargo 8

HearAdvisor lab-tested performance overview.

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SigniaSoundGrade A

Signia Active Mini IX

HearAdvisor lab-tested performance overview.

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Performance metrics

Scale 1-5 (Tuned)

Lab metric by fit

Scale 1-5 (Tuned)

Speech in quiet
Eargo 82.6
Signia Active Mini IX4.2
Speech in noise
Eargo 80.3
Signia Active Mini IX2.9
Own voice
Eargo 83.2
Signia Active Mini IX3.2
Feedback handling
Eargo 84.2
Signia Active Mini IX2.5
Music streaming
Eargo 80.0
Signia Active Mini IX3.6
Overall fit score
Eargo 83.1
Signia Active Mini IX4.5

Speech level

Adjust input dB (Tuned)

Amplification (REIG)

Insertion gain at 65 dB (Tuned)

Audio scenes

Using MUSHRA scenes (Tuned)

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Fitting configuration for tuned fit

Eargo 8Signia Active Mini IX
Ear CouplingPower Dome with Slits
Ear CouplingSleeve Vented
ReceiverIntegrated in device
ReceiverIntegrated in device
Fitting FormulaProprietary manufacturer default
Fitting FormulaIXFit (Manufacturer proprietary targets)
Listening ProgramRestaurant
Listening ProgramUniversal (Automatic)
Volume Setting100% (Max volume)
Volume SettingAdjusted to match NAL-NL2 targets at 55, 65, and 75 dB SPL
Software VersionSoftware v5.7.0
Software Versionv25.7.1142.3
Tuning AdjustmentsOn-ear assessment performed, Noise Reduction set to High, Treble at 2 above minimum, Bass at maximum, Other settings at manufacturer defaults
Tuning AdjustmentsProgrammed to N3 audiogram, Feedback calibrated, Experience Level set at "Experienced", Other settings at manufacturer defaults