Comparison

Philips HearLink 2 vs EasyLinkMD

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

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About

Philips HearLink 2

Control your hearing aids directly from your smartphone or smartwatch. Adjust volume, switch programs, and stream audio discreetly. Features vary by hearing aid model.

Highlights
  • Adjust volume
  • Switch hearing programs
  • Stream calls and music
  • Check battery level
  • Find lost hearing aids
  • Access app support
  • Adjust sound equalizers
Features
Currently charting
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This app lets you control your hearing aids from your mobile device. It comes with an app for Apple Watch helping you discreetly change programs and adjust volume (when within Bluetooth range). Note: some features may be available depending on your hearing aid model. Check below for details. • Adjust sound volume for each hearing aid together or separately • Mute surroundings for better focus • Switch between programs set by your hearing care professional • Check battery level • Stream calls, music, and podcasts directly to your hearing aids (availability may vary depending on your phone model) • Find your hearing aids if lost (requires location services always turned on) • Access app support and troubleshooting solutions • Meet your hearing care professional for an online visit (by appointment) • Adjust streaming sounds with streaming equalizer (available for all hearing aid models except Philips HearLink 00) • Adjust sounds around you with sound equalizer (available for Philips HearLink 60, 50 and 40 models) • Track your progress with Philips Journal feature (available for Philips HearLink 60, 50 and 40 models) • Handle wireless accessories paired with your hearing aids such as TV Adapters and AudioClip • Connect to and adjust an Auracast™ broadcast (available for Philips HearLink 60 and 50 models) • Get reminders to replace your wax filters to maintain sound quality (available for Philips HearLink 60 and 50 models) • Reduce background noise while streaming with Streaming Balance (available for Philips HearLink 60) First use: You need to pair your hearing aids with this app to use it to control your hearing aids. App availability: We recommend regular hearing aid updates during your routine check-up with your hearing care professional. For optimal performance, we recommend updating your device to iOS 18 or later. To check the latest list of compatible devices, please visit: hearingsolutions.philips.com/compatibility

About

EasyLinkMD

This app connects patients with their healthcare providers for remote monitoring of chronic conditions. It allows for real-time sharing of vital signs, secure messaging, and medication reminders, all within a HIPAA-compliant platform.

Highlights
  • Track vital signs with approved medical devices
  • Receive smart notifications for readings and actions
  • Securely chat with healthcare providers
  • Request prescription refills and appointments
  • View historical health data and trends
  • HIPAA-compliant platform
Features
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EasyLinkMD is a secure, user-friendly mobile app designed to help patients stay connected with their healthcare providers through Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) and Chronic Care Management (CCM) services. Whether you're managing high blood pressure, diabetes, or other chronic conditions, EasyLinkMD ensures that your health data is shared in real time with your care team—giving you peace of mind and timely support from the comfort of your home. With EasyLinkMD, you can: - Track Your Vital Signs: Sync with approved medical devices to automatically view readings such as blood pressure and more. - Receive Smart Notifications: Get alerts and reminders when readings are missed, abnormal, or when it's time to take action. - Chat Securely with Your Provider: Communicate directly with your care team through HIPAA-compliant messaging, making it easy to ask questions, share updates, or clarify instructions. - Stay on Top of Your Health: Receive timely check-ins, medication reminders, and education tools to help you manage your condition. - View Your History: Access historical health data, trends, and visit logs—all in one place. - Request Prescription Refills: Easily request medication refills or follow-up appointments from your provider. Why EasyLinkMD? EasyLinkMD bridges the gap between clinics and patients by combining cellular-enabled medical devices, real-time monitoring, and clinical support. There’s no need to pair devices via Bluetooth—your readings are sent automatically through secure mobile networks to our HIPAA-compliant platform. Our app supports patients enrolled in RPM or CCM programs and empowers clinics to deliver better care, reduce hospitalizations, and improve health outcomes. - Secure & Compliant Easy Link MD is hosted in a HIPAA-compliant environment and follows strict privacy and data protection protocols. Your personal health information is encrypted, stored securely, and only accessible by authorized healthcare professionals. - Jurisdiction Statement: This app is intended for use with devices that have regulatory clearance in the United States. - Medical Disclaimer: The information provided by this app should not be used to diagnose or treat any medical condition. Always consult your healthcare provider before making medical decisions. - For Providers: If you're a physician, nurse, or clinic administrator, EasyLinkMD gives you access to your patients’ readings, alerts, and communication logs in real time via our companion web portal.

Screenshots

Philips HearLink 24 screens
EasyLinkMD4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: EasyLinkMD at 5.0 against Philips HearLink 2's 4.5. EasyLinkMD also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). Philips HearLink 2's advantage is ratings volume (50K vs 1) and chart position (#181 vs unranked). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

EasyLinkMD holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Philips HearLink 2 has 50K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Philips HearLink 2 ships an update every 3 months, EasyLinkMD monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Philips HearLink 2 versus EasyLinkMD: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPhilips HearLink 2EasyLinkMD
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (50K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews38.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings50K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#181 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size322 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSBO HearingEasyLink MD

Customer experience

Philips HearLink 2

All ratings44,157 ratings
Positive87.9%
Neutral6.5%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews639 reviews
Positive38.7%
Neutral12.1%
Negative49.3%

EasyLinkMD

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Philips HearLink 2

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App fails to connect to hearing aids
  • Inconsistent data tracking and reporting
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

3 requests
  • More granular sound adjustment options
  • Ability to create custom sound profiles
  • Better integration with Apple Watch

EasyLinkMD

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Philips HearLink 2

No in-app purchases

None

EasyLinkMD

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Philips HearLink 2 free?
Philips HearLink 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EasyLinkMD free?
EasyLinkMD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Philips HearLink 2 or EasyLinkMD?
EasyLinkMD is rated higher. Philips HearLink 2 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 50K ratings, while EasyLinkMD averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Philips HearLink 2 or EasyLinkMD have ads?
Neither Philips HearLink 2 nor EasyLinkMD shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Philips HearLink 2 or EasyLinkMD?
Philips HearLink 2 ships an update every 3 months, and EasyLinkMD monthly. Most recently, Philips HearLink 2 was updated on November 5, 2026 and EasyLinkMD on October 30, 2026.

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