Thanks rickus50 good info. The surgery is at least 2 yrs away due to the waiting list for public surgery, cant afford private health. The Unitron Moxi Blu 5 was the suggested HA from the ENT Specialist Aud.
I am getting a rebadged version of Unitron Moxi Blu 9 from the new provider for less cost than the Blu 5’s were going to cost + free servicing and batteries and follow ups and the new Aud is so much more informative, not rushed and seems to be more technically orientated and accessible (10 mins down the road from me) . They have a 90 day no fuss no hassle returns policy and if not suitable the alternative is the rebadged Signia top model. Also, the Aud said the aids can be reconfigured if surgery helps me in the future as Neville suggested.
This is from their brochure:-
Advance Elite
From $3495
The top of the range Advance Elite features cutting edge technology and the latest in connectivity. Priced at $3495 per pair, or $1895 for HSP# funded customers, the Advance Elite offers unbeatable value for money.
The Advance Elite offers a range of features:
- Superior sound quality in all noise environments delivering clear, crisp sound
- Cleverly filters out unwanted background noise and helps you to hear speech in challenging listening environments such as busy restaurants, social events and crowded shopping centres
- Bluetooth® connection to your phone, television and other devices
- Available as rechargeable for an additional $500.
The features of the Specsavers Advance Elite are comparable to Signia Pure 7X, Silk 7X, Motion 7X, Styletto 7X, Insio 7X and Phonak Paradise 90 and Marvel 90.
Aud says that these are same as brand models stated and are current tech and models not downgraded versions.