Phonak Sphere Infinio vs Widex Moment SmartRIC

The Phonak Sphere Infinio is a premium behind-the-ear prescription hearing aid released in 2024, earning an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.6/5 in HearAdvisor's lab testing. Priced at $4,898, it ranks #2 among 36 tested prescription hearing aids, placing it in the top 3% of its category. In our testing, the Sphere Infinio demonstrated exceptional speech performance. Speech in noise scored 4.6/5, a full 3.05 points above the category average of 1.55/5—a standout result that sets this device apart from most competitors. Speech in quiet also excelled at 4.8/5, landing 1.37 points above average. These results suggest the Sphere Infinio may be particularly well-suited for users who prioritize understanding conversation in challenging listening environments like restaurants or group gatherings. Music streaming performance is strong at 4.0/5, sitting 1.36 points above the category average. The device supports both iPhone and Android streaming and features rechargeable batteries. However, own-voice comfort scored 2.3/5, which is mixed in absolute terms and 0.45 points below average. Feedback handling scored a solid 3.6/5 in absolute terms, though this falls 1.11 points below the category average of 4.71/5. The Sphere Infinio competes directly with other premium options like the Oticon Intent (4.75/5) and Signia Active Pro IX (4.61/5). Its exceptional speech-in-noise performance makes it a compelling choice for users who frequently encounter noisy environments, though those sensitive to own-voice quality or feedback stability may want to discuss these tradeoffs with their hearing care provider.

The Widex Moment SmartRIC is a premium behind-the-ear prescription hearing aid priced at $3,398, earning an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.2/5 in our lab testing. It ranks #12 among 36 prescription hearing aids tested, placing it in the top 31% of its category. This device demonstrates particular strength in speech understanding. Speech in quiet scores a strong 4.0/5, which is 0.57 points above the category average. Speech in noise performance is 1.35 points above the prescription category average, though the absolute score of 2.9/5 reflects the inherent challenge this listening situation presents for all hearing aids. Own-voice comfort also stands out at 3.7/5, measuring 0.95 points above average—a meaningful advantage for wearers sensitive to how their own voice sounds. Professional tuning makes a notable difference with this device. The normalized Initial Score of 4.1/5 improves to 4.5/5 after tuning, a 0.4-point gain that underscores the value of working with a hearing care professional. Music streaming delivers solid performance at 3.1/5, sitting 0.46 points above the category average. Feedback handling scores 3.5/5, which is solid in absolute terms, though 1.21 points below the category average—worth discussing with your provider if feedback stability is a priority. The SmartRIC has earned Expert's Choice Awards in both 2023 and 2024. It supports rechargeable batteries, iPhone and Android streaming, and hands-free calling. Consumers who prioritize speech clarity and own-voice naturalness, and who plan to work with a professional for optimized fitting, will find this device delivers strong overall performance in our testing framework.