Comparison

CI Select vs myPhonak Junior

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

CI Select

This app helps cochlear implant users compare different frequency allocation tables (FATs) to find the best sound quality and speech intelligibility. It allows users to test various settings and save their preferred configurations to share with their audiologist for permanent map changes.

Highlights
  • Compare different frequency allocation tables (FATs)
  • Adjust LF edge slider for sound settings
  • Save favorite FAT settings
  • Extended Frequency Mode for advanced control
  • Test sound quality and speech intelligibility
  • Share preferred settings with audiologist
Features
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For cochlear implant users. Request manual at CISelect.questions@gmail.com or https://med.nyu.edu/research/translational-auditory-research-lab/sites/default/files/ci-select-manual.pdf NOTE: Instructions for users of Cochlear devices with 22 active electrodes and default frequency allocation table (188-7938Hz). Users with deactivated electrodes or non-default FAT should consult the manual. 1) Audio link to iPhone: • N7 processor or newer: Use MiniMic 2+ with audio cable between iPhone and Mini-Mic 2+ line-in jack. • N6 processor or older: Connect iPhone via audio cable to speech processor. • Deactivate microphone input by: o Using accessory-only map (consult audiologist) o Using remote to set 100% accessory/0% microphone mix ratio NOTE: Current version may not work well with Bluetooth connection between the iPhone and the speech processor. Use wired connection only. Using CI Select: • Adjust iPhone volume to comfortable level using speech or continuous audio. • Select grid boxes (each one represents a different FAT) to compare sound quality and speech intelligibility. Use "LF edge" slider or click boxes to change settings. Red square shows current setting. Default is 188Hz (standard FAT). • Note: Slight audio delay may occur. If bothersome, minimize acoustic input by removing acoustic component, hearing device in other ear, or using ear plug in opposite ear. • Test different FATs until finding best intelligibility and sound quality. App makes no permanent changes—share preferred settings with audiologist for permanent map changes. Grid Searching Tips: • Tried FATs appear lighter green. Current FAT is red. • Click "Save Favorite" to mark promising FATs (yellow). Select multiple favorites. • "Delete last" removes most recent favorite. Repeat to reset grid. Advanced Option - Extended Frequency Mode: Default grid adjusts LF edge only (sufficient for most users). For full control: • Click "Extended Frequency Mode" (EFM) below LF edge bar • This gives access to full grid with LF edges (rows) and HF edges (columns) • Selected box shows LF & HF intersection • Toggle EFM switch to return to default view For non-standard settings, reference the full manual for detailed instructions.

About

myPhonak Junior

This app empowers children aged 6 and up to manage their hearing aid settings, adjust volume, and change programs for different environments. It also offers remote support for families to connect with hearing care professionals, providing convenience and personalized care.

Highlights
  • Remote Control for hearing aid settings
  • Personalize hearing programs
  • Access hearing aid status information
  • Remote Support with hearing care professionals
  • Parental controls for tailored experience
  • Quick information, FAQs, tips and tricks
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The myPhonak Junior app allows you and your child to be more involved in the hearing journey in a way that fits into the child’s and the family’s needs. Working together with your hearing care professional is essential to determine which features of the app will be most beneficial. The Remote Control function has been specially designed for children aged 6 years and above (with supervision when needed). It gives your child the ability to adjust the settings on their hearing aids to suit their listening preferences in more challenging environments. The myPhonak Junior app has been precisely designed to empower children in an age-appropriate without sacrificing hearing performance. Remote Support* is suitable for families and children of all ages. It gives you the opportunity to stay connected with your hearing care professional remotely. Whether your child is still young and you are the main contact person, or your child is old enough to take on the responsibility for their hearing appointments, Remote Support provides the opportunity to have ‘hearing check ins’ which can be aligned with your busy lifestyle. Remote Support appointments can be combined with clinic appointments to provide minor adjustments to the hearing aids, or simply as a special consultation touch point. * Speak to your hearing healthcare provider to see if this service is offered in your country The myPhonak Junior app empowers your child (age 6 years and above, with supervision when needed) to: - adjust the volume and change program of the hearing aids - personalize and customize hearing programs to suit challenging environments - access status information such as wearing time and battery state of charge (for rechargeable hearing aids) - access quick information, FAQs, tips and tricks Safety features in the app allow parents/guardians to: - tailor the child’s experience according to their level of development and independence through Parental control - configure Auto On when out of charger for rechargeable hearing aids - change Bluetooth bandwidth configuration for phone calls Compatible Hearing Aid models: - Phonak Audéo™ E (EON) Sphere - Phonak Audéo™ E (EON) - Phonak CROS E (EON) - Phonak Audéo™ Infinio - Phonak Sky™ Lumity - Phonak CROS™ Lumity - Phonak Naída™ Lumity - Phonak Audéo™ Lumity R, RT, RL - Phonak CROS™ Paradise - Phonak Sky™ Marvel - Phonak Sky™ Link M - Phonak Naída™ P - Phonak Audéo™ P - Phonak Audéo™ M - Phonak Naída™ M - Phonak Bolero™ M Device compatibility: The myPhonak Junior app is compatible with Phonak hearing aids with Bluetooth® connectivity. myPhonak Junior can be used on phones with Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE) capability running iOS® 16.0 or newer. To check smartphone compatibility, please visit our compatibility checker: https://www.phonak.com/en-int/support/compatibility IOS® is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United States and certain other countries. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sonova AG is under license.

Screenshots

CI Select2 screens
myPhonak Junior4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: myPhonak Junior at 41% against CI Select's 0%. CI Select's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CI Select ships an update every 9 months, myPhonak Junior every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on June 5, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CI Select versus myPhonak Junior: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCI SelectmyPhonak Junior
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews40.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 6 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB239 MB
Age rating17+9+
DeveloperMario SvirskySonova AG

Customer experience

CI Select

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

myPhonak Junior

All ratings1,044 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral4.9%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive40.9%
Neutral18.2%
Negative40.9%

Bugs and requests

CI Select

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

myPhonak Junior

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Can't save custom settings
  • Hearing aids keep reverting to automatic mode
  • App only connects to one hearing aid at a time

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to connect multiple hearing aids
  • Laptop/desktop version of the app
  • Apple Watch compatibility
  • Option to change app icon

In-app purchases

None

CI Select

No in-app purchases

None

myPhonak Junior

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CI Select free?
CI Select is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is myPhonak Junior free?
myPhonak Junior is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CI Select or myPhonak Junior have ads?
Neither CI Select nor myPhonak Junior shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CI Select or myPhonak Junior?
CI Select ships an update every 9 months, and myPhonak Junior every 6 months. Most recently, CI Select was updated on June 5, 2026 and myPhonak Junior on September 21, 2026.

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