All I see are older comments.
What is the ‘take’ on the newer Widex HA product?
I know someone who upgraded to the Moments and they are very happy, particularly compared to the previous aids. The design is very stylish, and they said the sound is very natural. They have RICS but I can’t see if they have them in or not as they are very small. I have heard a lot of very good things, so quite excited and planning on upgrading later this year.
Moment is very expensive for me 
But, i am thinking to buy evokes. I heard evokes are also good.
I have the Evoke IP custom 440s and for me they are awesome. All the different automatic sound classes are so fine tuned to what is needed. It gave me significantly extra comprehension in all sound situations and the sound quality is beautiful. I use a COM-DEX to stream to iPhone and can then take it off if I don’t want to steam calls direct. The F2’s stream without any intermediary devices. There have been huge advances in sound quality and design, it’s a very exciting time for those affected by hearing loss. I don’t understand any speech without them, so I know I am extremely fortunate to enjoy this level of hearing and such great and relaxing sound quality everyday.
Thats great. Should i buy evoke or not? If i buy them then definitely i will use them atleast for three years. See my hearing test. Will evoke work best for me? Or should i wait and buy moment?
Actually the problem is it costs me a lot to buy aids in my country due to dollar rate, and still no insurance company covers hearing aids in my country. Even evokes are considered very expensive here.
Looking at your hearing loss I think you should have a good range of fitting type options with the Evokes, with the F2 and customs being options alongside others. The F2s can also be fitted with custom tips for optimum acoustical performance. I am not an expert though, just a hearing aid wearer-however my hearing loss goes a bit lower and both the above are options for me. The Evoke 440 is a very high specification and should serve you well for 3 years with the technology they offer.
Sometimes buying a product that is well established can mean any little quirks are ironed out, but ultimately it’s a very personal decision. A dispenser used to fitting Widex hearing technology is best to advise you on this, and help you make the right decisions for you. I can appreciate the cost issue and by sitting down with someone who can compare the models for you, you can work out what feels right. It may be that you have the Evokes for 3-4 years and then consider upgrading again, but the Moments may keep you where you want to be for 6-8 years but it all depends on your own personal situation and needs.
Can you get free trials because if you trial them, you are then best placed to make the decision? A dispenser will also be able to get support and advice from Widex should it be required. It’s so important to get this right for you, and that everyday you look forward to your hearing experiences. I am so happy with mine, and I hope you can get some good advice to help you make the right decisions for you.
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I am currently wearing Widex Unique Fusion 220 in both ears. I’ve had them now for almost 4 years. I use and enjoy the TV-Dex. I am a first time HA user and now that I am learning and understanding my devices, I plan to update in the Spring 2022 or sooner. My only concern is that the Moment, at the moment, does not support Android. They are also very selective about which iphones they are compatible with. I really don’t want to buy a new iphone right now. . Yes, they are suppose to be updated for Android use by the end of the year but I have a feeling they will be selective about what Android phone you can use.
My Audiologist didn’t even want to talk about the Evoke and was pushing the Moment. Too Salesperson oriented? Also said I should look at the Phonak if I wanted bluetooth capabilities. Widex uses their own Bluetooth type of wireless with their DEX accessories which are very expensive even if bought online.
I’ve been having more difficulty with hearing on the phone so I had her initiate the TCoil program on my HA and I will see if that helps. I asked about the Call Dex and Phone Dex but she though I should use the Com-Dex. Not so sure I want to carry or wear a Com-Dex around my neck when I go out of the house.
I’ve been trying to find HA forums that discuss the Widex. I don’t want to always rely on an Audiologist to make my decisions for me. I’d rather talk to people who are actually using Widex HAs.
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Hi, it’s great you have adapted well to your Uniques. I used Android with my Evokes and the COM-DEX. Nobody ever looks at it because it’s just a piece of lightweight tech, it still works under a thin layer. I wear it running and it’s brilliant for answering a call without getting my phone out as you just press the button on the front, and once again to end the call. The side button mutes and unmutes your ear microphones as wished. Streaming is great. I also like being able to take it off when I don’t want to stream calls direct. It depends which aid types you have as to what the options are. I wear the Evoke custom 440s. The Evoke F2 RICS will stream direct to iPhone. I tried the RICS and bought the iPhone 8 (lowest spec advised then for best compatibility). I wanted to see how the sound sense learn worked, but RICS are too noisy with my long hair so chose the custom IPs with COM-DEX and use the iPhone 8. There are never any streaming issues. I know an iPhone is a big cost along with the aids, so depends on what works right for you and it may not be necessary. By next spring you may find that you will be fine continuing with Android.
The COM-DEX is hugely advantageous for hearing on telephone calls, I rarely take one without using it now so it may be worth trying one (if you are able) to see how you get on with it. The first day I got mine I couldn’t stop listening to music as it sounded so good. The lyrics come through clearer when streaming direct, like with speech. It can be very hard if you worry about hearing on calls, so it would be good to get this better for you.
I think there is a huge amount of positivity around the Moments. I know that it can be hard to read between the lines but from what I have gathered and heard, it is genuinely a groundbreaking hearing aid in delivering a sound that is unprecedentedly natural. The Evokes have been great for me, and it all depends on what feels right for you after your research. I am going to upgrade to the Moments in the next few months and am so excited about it, particularly after hearing wearer feedback. Are you able to trial the different aids? This means you can then base your decisions on what you experience. If you are able to go up a level ie 330 it will give you additional technology in noisy situations, to hear speech. The 440 reduces wind noise when walking etc.
Thank you tinkyp for your reply. I really need discussions with HA users. I probably will be looking for a new Audiologist/Hearing Device Specialist. I have no idea what kind of testing should be done. I’m never told too much. I have no idea whether a Sensogram is run, Probably not. I get a hearing test once a year to see if my prescription has changed. I will have them send me a copy of my results so I can study it and maybe post it.
Most of the calls I get are at home on my landline. I really only use my cell phone to make calls when I am out of the house or to reply to texts. Otherwise it is turned off. I think I still may pick up a Com-Dex. Right now when I call home while in the grocery store, I can hardly hear the speaker because of all the background noise.
If I plan to vsit more than one Audiologist (searching for the right one), do I have to get a hearing test each time? Should, I bring my latest test results with me?
You can bring a copy of your hearing test for discussion, but when doing a fitting they would do a new hearing test to enter on the software to run the fitting from. I always think it’s best to do a new one each time you try new aids so that you know the start point is correct. The COM-DEX should make a big difference for you with the phone, as it’s connecting you straight in to it and if the background noise is still distracting you can mute and then you have just the call in your ears with no distracting background noise. I just have to be careful not to shout, which for some reason can happen when muted as I am not hearing my own voice!
Can you access a Bloom fitter? They specialise in Widex. You also then get the remote care so that you could be programmed up and adjusted remotely at home which is a huge help. As others have said, if you are looking to try a specific brand, the best start point is someone confident fitting that brand. You have a few months before wanting to upgrade so it may feel low pressure to start looking now, pop in for a chat and see how you feel about that dispenser. Some are offering free trials of the latest versions. Many people will visit then not proceed with purchasing aids so don’t feel funny about it. It’s a very personal and important decision for you to get the best out of life.
Yes, I change the filters on my own quite a bit. I was told the remote care would come with the newer Widex Aids. Also the newer HA programming can be done with a Smart phone via apps. I’m not sure if I eventually would be able to reprogram via my PC.
Thanks for all your help and insight. I have a lot to think about.
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I have the Widex Moment 330 hearing aids and I am a first time user. They are working well for me in many situations; the main place I have difficulty is in crowded party-type situations but all HAs struggle in this type of situation.
They connect very well to my iPhone SE (2020) for phone calls and podcasts - the audio sound on phone calls is very clear.and connection never drops out.
I don’t have opinion on music sound quality - I’m not that expert on sound to judge.
If you like fiddling around with the settings or are a techophile, then the ability to setup your own personal programs is attractive. I have a couple - one for a cafe we go to and the other for listening to Audible books.
Personally I am happy I settled on these HAs as they suit my personal situation and I have a good audiologist who is familiar with the Widex HA setup
I’ve chosen to quote you, @paul.cleary.nz, and add bold emphasis for the benefit of any newbies that may be lurking.
These are probably the three most important determinants of getting satisfactory performance from any make of hearing device.
Thank you for bringing them to everyone’s attention again.