RxEars Remote Control App vs Start Hearing
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RxEars Remote Control App
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Cell phone app for the RxEars hearing aid. This app can be used to easily control the Bluetooth compatible RxEars hearing devices Rx7 and Rx8. The programs and features help you understand speech in many different environments: Home, TV, Office, Restaurants, Social Engagements, Car & Telephone. You can also use the companion microphone (sold separately) which can pair with your devices to further enhance your hearing needs!
Start Hearing
This app enhances the functionality of compatible Bluetooth-enabled over-the-counter hearing aids. It offers guided setup, customizable audio programs, and direct audio streaming from your iPhone.
- Easy-to-follow tutorial
- 4 customizable audio programs
- Fullness and Brightness adjustments
- Stream calls and music
- Automatic reconnection to hearing aids
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The Start Hearing App is compatible with Start Hearing one over the counter hearing aids that have Bluetooth® technology offering advanced features when paired with an iPhone. Start Hearing App features: • Get started with your OTC hearing aids quickly and easily with an easy-to-follow tutorial on using your hearing aids to their fullest. • Choose between 4 audio programs to best suit what sounds you’re listening to: Home, Restaurant, Outside, or Music • Personalize each audio program to your preferences with Fullness and Brightness adjustments • Stream calls, music, and other audio to directly to your hearing aids from your Apple iOS device Start Hearing is here to help customers at every stage of their hearing journey. Call the number provided in your user manual or quick start guide to connect with one of our Hearing Care Advisors for help with caring for your hearing aids. If you have additional questions, they can also help you find a hearing care professional near you. Start Hearing. It’s only the beginning. Note: the app will automatically reconnect to your hearing aids each time it is used. Mobile app not required to use hearing aids.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: RxEars Remote Control App at monthly against Start Hearing's every 15 months. RxEars Remote Control App also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.
RxEars Remote Control App ships an update monthly, Start Hearing every 15 months. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RxEars Remote Control App | Start Hearing |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 15 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 149 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Magnatone Hearing Aid Corp | Novidan, Inc. |
In-app purchases
RxEars Remote Control App
No in-app purchases
Start Hearing
No in-app purchases
Questions
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