# ReSound Smart vs Hearing Remote

The clearest difference is rating: Hearing Remote at 4.4 against ReSound Smart's 2.9. Hearing Remote also leads on ratings volume (4.7K vs 227). ReSound Smart's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.2 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

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

Hearing Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hearing Remote has 4.7K ratings behind it against 227, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of ReSound Smart's written reviews are positive against 23% of Hearing Remote's.

ReSound Smart ships an update every 3 months, Hearing Remote every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ReSound Smart | Hearing Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (227 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/resound-smart/id816203976/reviews) | **[4.4 (4.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearing-remote/id1341500995/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 227 | **4.7K** |
| Positive reviews | 18.0% of reviews | **23.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 257 MB | 223 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.2** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [ReSound](https://appshunter.io/developer/585579327) | [Sonova AG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1256679500) |

## What reviewers say

### ReSound Smart

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/resound-smart/id816203976)

Control compatible hearing aids directly from your smartphone. Adjust volume, change programs, personalize sound settings, and even locate misplaced devices. Learn how to use all features and save your preferences for easy access.

**Highlights:** Adjust volume settings, Mute hearing aids, Customize sound profiles, Save personalized settings, Locate lost hearing aids, Tinnitus sound management

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Lightning-fast connection
- 👍 Useful features
- 🔒 Secure connection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🤯 Compatibility problems with iOS updates
- 😡 Unresponsive app
- 🤔 Confusing user interface

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes and crashes
- Inability to exit demo mode
- Hearing aids not recognized by app
- Inconsistent Bluetooth connectivity

**Requested features**

- Separate volume/program control for each ear
- Ability to monitor battery life
- Seamless integration with Apple Watch
- Enhanced customization options


### Hearing Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearing-remote/id1341500995)

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.

**Highlights:** Volume and program control, Virtual hearing aid guide, Remote adjustments from provider, Lifestyle data tracking, Find my Devices feature

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful for adjusting hearing aids
- 🚀 Reliable connection when it works

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and Bluetooth issues
- 🔋 Battery drain problems
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Unreliable volume and program controls

**Reported bugs**

- App not recognizing hearing aids
- Settings not saving properly
- Streaming audio issues
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Independent left/right volume control
- More customization options for hearing aid settings
- Integration with smartwatch
- Improved stability and reliability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ReSound Smart free?

ReSound Smart is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Hearing Remote free?

Hearing Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ReSound Smart or Hearing Remote?

Hearing Remote is rated higher. ReSound Smart averages 2.9 out of 5 from 227 ratings, while Hearing Remote averages 4.4 from 4.7K ratings.

### Do ReSound Smart or Hearing Remote have ads?

Neither ReSound Smart nor Hearing Remote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ReSound Smart or Hearing Remote?

ReSound Smart ships an update every 3 months, and Hearing Remote every 5 months. Most recently, ReSound Smart was updated on October 16, 2026 and Hearing Remote on October 19, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*