Widex vs. Signia Hearing Aids

Widex and Signia offer high-quality hearing aid models and use the latest technology to stream sounds to the hearing aids from devices such as TVs and affordable cell phones for seniors. Both brands also have various smartphone apps available to help you make the most of your hearing aids.

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Widex is one of the largest hearing aid manufacturers in the world. The brand prides itself on offering products made with top-grade technology for consumer comfort and ease of use. That includes user-friendly mobile apps that are specific to the hearing aid model we chose.

With the Widex Moment and Evoke apps, for example, we could easily adjust the volume with a slider and customize the experience based on our environment and the type of sound we wanted to boost (music, voices, etc.). With so many customization options via mobile apps, however, we don’t consider Widex among the best hearing aids for Alzheimer’s patients. They are better suited for tech-savvy older adults who don’t mind customizing their experience as their immediate hearing needs and environment change.

“Widex has been shown to work best in older patients due to slower attack-and-release times that allow the brain time to adjust to advanced signal-processing changes in the hearing aids,” Dr. Reisman said.

We see Widex as one of the best options for musicians with hearing loss. Several of Widex’s most advanced lines and products, particularly the Widex Moment Sheer, offer advanced features such as zero delay and Pure Sound technology. That limits processed sound or feedback and provides the widest dynamic range of sound, making it easier for musicians to hear instruments and voices with minimal distortion. Compared to Signia, however, Widex offers fewer distinct product lines, which means older adults won’t have as many models to choose from. If you have very specific issues, such as single-sided hearing loss, or unique hearing aid style specifications, Signia may be the better option.

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Signia is home to the world’s first slim receiver-in-canal (RIC) hearing aid,1 which can run all day when fully charged. Like Widex customers, Signia customers can control their hearing experience through phone apps and adjust settings without visiting a hearing aid professional. The company is known for its diverse product portfolio that offers solutions for all sorts of users. Our testing found that Signia offers an excellent breadth of options, ranging from tiny completely-in-canal (CIC) hearing aids to more robust behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aids.

Expert Insights

From Audiologist Dr. Ruth Reisman,

Signia is my go-to choice for younger or new hearing aid users. In addition to their unique form factors, the own voice processing makes the sound quality very natural and reduces the common complaint of occlusion and echo from hearing their own voice amplified.

We tried the Styletto RIC and Silk CIC, both of which offer invisible hearing aids with advanced tech. The models proved extremely effective in complex, noisy environments, such as restaurants and parties. Widex’s Moment Sheer is great at picking up very soft sounds, but Signia’s Styletto and Silk models are better at keeping sound clear and consistent in noisy environments — even when the source or direction of sound changes.

Testing out a pair of Signia Silk Charge&GO IX hearing aids.

If people are talking over one another or the wearer turns their head to hear someone else, for example, both models can immediately adapt to keep sound clear and optimize voice recognition. Their small size, long battery life, and comfortable, personalized fits also make Signia’s broad range of hearing aids great for active older adults with hearing loss. We think Signia is a better choice than Widex for seniors who get out and about a lot, especially those who exercise or live an active, mobile lifestyle.

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Widex and Signia Hearing Equipment

Widex’s Evoke hearing aid line uses a Fluid Sound Analyzer to select the best volume and microphone settings for each listening environment. They also have a comprehensive catalog of wireless DEX accessories ranging from remote microphones to TV streamers to landline cordless phones that stream directly to the hearing aids. Signia offers similar devices via its Streamline TV and Streamline Mic accessories.

For seniors with tinnitus, Widex’s Zen technology and app have been very successful with patients in controlling the annoying ringing in their ears. If you struggle with tinnitus, read our guide to the best hearing aids for tinnitus to learn more.

Expert Insights

From Audiologist Dr. Ruth Reisman,

Signia offers two forms of tinnitus therapy, which includes customizable masking sounds and notched tinnitus therapy, designed to reduce the perception of tinnitus by targeting specific frequencies. Widex offers Zen therapy for tinnitus relief, which uses relaxing sounds to help ease tinnitus symptoms. Both brands provide excellent sound. Signia is better for speech in noise and offers a wider range of tinnitus treatments, while Widex is known for its natural sound and effective tinnitus management.

There are plenty of Signia styles and models to choose from. One of the newest and most advanced is the Styletto. This sleek model is a first-of-its-kind slim RIC hearing aid. It can run all day when fully charged, but it still falls short of the Widex Moment’s 37-hour rechargeable battery. The entire Signia Nx line is Android– and iPhone-compatible, and Signia’s lithium-ion rechargeable system is among the industry’s best and most stable. They also offer smartphone apps and accessories, including remote microphones and TV streamers.

Trying out Signia's Silk hearing aids

The Cost of Widex and Signia Hearing Aids

Widex and Signia do not advertise their prices online. If you are interested in finding out the cost of a particular hearing aid model from either brand, it is best to contact a hearing aid provider near you that sells their products. A hearing aid professional will assist you further with any additional questions you may have and help you find the solution that’s right for your hearing needs.

Want more details on how to make an appointment with a hearing specialist to purchase your hearing aids? Our Widex and Signia pricing pages can walk you through the process.

Widex vs. Signia: The Bottom Line

Widex and Signia offer solid choices for tech-savvy older adults. Both brands’ products rely heavily on advanced hearing tech and smartphone apps to control features and hearing experience. It’s important to note that both Widex and Signia offer hearing aid options for mild to severe hearing loss, as well as several options for profound hearing loss.

From a strict hearing-better perspective, Widex and Signia are nearly identical. Widex edges out Signia for musicians and tinnitus patients, though, while Signia gets the nod for their wide range of hearing aid models and rechargeable systems.

Expert Insights

From Audiologist Dr. Ruth Reisman,

For my patients, the choice between Widex and Signia typically boils down to their objective performance and subjective insight into the sound quality during the hearing aid evaluation. Since both manufactures have top-level technology, it’s best to choose the technology that yields optimal results for speech understanding.

Still trying to decide? Watch our video below, featuring audiologist Dr. Brad Ingrao. He discusses top hearing aids and who they’re best for.