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iBstone AuraLink vs Resound Nexia

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

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iBstoneSoundGrade B

iBstone AuraLink

HearAdvisor lab-tested performance overview.

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ResoundSoundGrade B

Resound Nexia

HearAdvisor lab-tested performance overview.

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Performance metrics

Scale 1-5 (Tuned)

Lab metric by fit

Speech in quiet
iBstone AuraLink2.2
Resound Nexia3.8
Speech in noise
iBstone AuraLink-0.1
Resound Nexia0.4
Own voice
iBstone AuraLink2.7
Resound Nexia3.6
Feedback handling
iBstone AuraLink5.0
Resound Nexia5.0
Music streaming
iBstone AuraLink3.6
Resound Nexia2.8

Speech level

Adjust input dB (Tuned)

Amplification (REIG)

Insertion gain at 65 dB (Tuned)

Fitting configuration for tuned fit

iBstone AuraLinkResound Nexia
Ear CouplingTulip Dome
Ear CouplingTulip Dome
ReceiverDefault
ReceiverMedium-power
Fitting FormulaProprietary manufacturer default
Fitting FormulaAudiogram+ (Manufacturer proprietary targets)
Listening ProgramOutdoor (Noisy)
Listening ProgramAll-Around (Automatic)
Volume SettingLeft 15%; Right 25%
Volume SettingAdjusted to match NAL-NL2 targets at 55, 65, and 75 dB SPL
Software Version1.0.5
Software VersionSoftware v1.17
Tuning Adjustmentsn/a
Tuning AdjustmentsProgrammed to N3 audiogram, Feedback calibrated, Experience Level set at "Experienced Non-Linear", Gain Level (%) set at "100%", Other settings at manufacturer defaults
NotesInitial and Tuned fits identical as subsequent setting changes maintained or degraded performance
Notesn/a