Hearing Remote vs BHM smart control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Hearing Remote
This app offers discreet control over hearing aid settings like volume and programs. It provides a virtual guide for daily maintenance, allows remote adjustments from hearing care providers, and tracks listening environments and activity levels. It also includes a feature to locate misplaced devices.
- Volume and program control
- Virtual hearing aid guide
- Remote adjustments from provider
- Lifestyle data tracking
- Find my Devices feature
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Say hello to Hearing Remote and experience a life where hearing is not just about what you hear but how you hear it. With quick and seamless navigation, the Hearing Remote app allows you to easily and discretely make the adjustments you need in the moment. From volume control to programs that you can select and customize, you choose how to personalize your experience! Feel confident in your hearing journey knowing that Hearing Remote provides you with: Everyday Support Confidently manage the day-to-day maintenance of your hearing aids with the help of Tutor, your personalized virtual hearing aid guide that delivers helpful tips, reminders and advice straight to your smartphone. Connected Care Receive remote adjustments from your hearing care provider to fine tune your listening experience, without having to wait for your next appointment. Lifestyle Data Feel empowered with lifestyle data that monitors your wearing time, time spent in different listening environments and your level of physical activity. Find my Devices Gain peace of mind knowing you can track down misplaced hearing aids with Find my Devices.
BHM smart control
Control your hearing systems directly from your mobile device. Adjust programs, volume, mute, and check battery status discreetly. Turn your smartphone into an intelligent remote for your hearing aids.
- Direct hearing program selection
- Volume adjustment (individual or combined)
- Muting and unmuting hearing systems
- Battery status check
- Connects directly via Bluetooth Low Energy
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The BHM smart control App allows you to connect your hearing systems to your mobile device and control the functions of the hearing systems. Turn your mobile device into an intelligent remote control. The BHM smart control App allows you to control your hearing systems, inconspicuously, directly from your mobile device and without any additional device. Use these possibilities for direct control and individualization: • Direct selection of a hearing program • Volume adjustment of hearing systems for both sides together or for each side separately • Muting of hearing systems and removal of muting • Check battery status of hearing systems Connect the BHM smart control App to the hearing system: • Open the BHM smart control App • Click on the "Settings" (button at the bottom right) • Click "Left device" or "Right device" depending on which hearing system you want to connect • Select the desired hearing system to be connected • Your hearing system is now connected to the BHM smart control App Mobile device compatibility: The BHM smart control App can be used on mobile devices with Bluetooth Low Energy and iOS version 9.3 or higher. Please read the instruction for use of the hearing system before using this app. For more information and help, please visit www.bhm-tech.at.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: BHM smart control at 50% against Hearing Remote's 23%. BHM smart control also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Hearing Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 5 months vs every 26 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Hearing Remote ships an update every 5 months, BHM smart control every 26 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Hearing Remote | BHM smart control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (4.7K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 23.3% of reviews | 50.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 4.7K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months — better | Every 26 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 223 MB | 91 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sonova AG | BHM-Tech Produktionsgesellschaft mbH |
Customer experience
Hearing Remote
BHM smart control
Bugs and requests
Hearing Remote
Reported bugs
4 issues- App not recognizing hearing aids
- Settings not saving properly
- Streaming audio issues
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
Requested features
4 requests- Independent left/right volume control
- More customization options for hearing aid settings
- Integration with smartwatch
- Improved stability and reliability
BHM smart control
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Hearing Remote
No in-app purchases
BHM smart control
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Hearing Remote free?
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Do Hearing Remote or BHM smart control have ads?
Which is updated more often, Hearing Remote or BHM smart control?
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