GENIUSlink vs MindEar | Tinnitus Relief
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GENIUSlink
Control your hearing aids discreetly from your iOS device. Adjust volume, listening situations, and external audio sources. Check connection and battery status for a seamless experience.
- Volume adjustment
- Listening situation selection
- External audio source control
- Treble and Tinnitus volume
- Speech Navigator settings
- Connection status
- Battery status
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Control your GENIUSlink with the discretion of using your iOS device! The GENIUSlink App is compatible with Miracle-Ear GENIUS Hearing Aids; ME-1, ME-2 and ME-3 (ME5400/5300, ME4400/4300 and ME3400/3300 RIC, XT RIC, SX/SA & PX BTE, and customs) with wireless, directional microphones and a bilateral fitting. This app will provide all the functions when used with a GENIUSlink. Device compatibility: the GENIUSlink App is compatible with any iOS device running iOS 2.3 or higher. We recommend using a Smartphone device rather than a tablet device for a preferred user interaction. The GENIUSlink App allows you to adjust the hearing aids with the following functions if configured by your hearing care professional: - Volume - Listening situations - External audio sources - TrebleControl - Tinnitus Volume - Speech Navigator settings - Connection status information - Battery status information The GENIUSlink is a discreet and simple-to-use streamer that wirelessly connects your GENIUS hearing aids with your environment. The Miracle-Ear GENIUSlink App allows you to control your GENIUSlink & hearing aids with all of your favorite audio sources directly from your mobile phone. Whether you are watching TV, listening to your favorite song or talking on your Bluetooth phone – control is in the palm of your hands. Please thoroughly read the manual of your GENIUS hearing aids before using this app. Change listening programs: with the app, users can directly switch between listening programs and external audio sources. Volume: with the app you will be able to change overall volume, mute, bass and treble directly on your iOS device. Discretion: The app acts as a remote control within your iOS device and looks as though you are sending a text message from your phone. User-friendly: simple to use and easily identify buttons. Display: the screen of your IOS device becomes the visual display of the GENIUSlink. You can easily adjust your hearing aids and check status information. Intended Use: the GENIUSlink App is intended to be controlled by a patient within parameters set by the hearing care professional. Note: If GENIUSlink is not present, basic features can be controlled with acoustic signals. Control signals: This app generates short control signals which may be audible. While using the App do not hold the loudspeaker of this device to your ears or the ears of others; or use the device with headphones, headsets or other audio playback devices. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Miracle-Ear is under licenses. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
MindEar | Tinnitus Relief
This app offers clinically proven techniques for tinnitus relief, including sound therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. Designed by experts, it helps manage anxiety, stress, and depression associated with ear ringing. Features include customizable soundscapes, guided meditations, and an AI chatbot for support.
- Customizable sound therapy library
- Podcast series for sleep and habits
- Guided meditations
- AI-powered chatbot support
- In-app hearing evaluation
- Progress tracking and journaling
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Are you suffering from Tinnitus? The MindEar Tinnitus App teaches you how to take control of ear ringing using clinically proven techniques. From Sound Therapy to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), MindEar can finally provide you with Tinnitus relief. Designed by audiologists, psychologists and researchers, MindEar utilizes scientifically proven methodologies to target areas where patients suffer the most. With MindEar, you can work your way through the anxiety, stress, and depression that often accompanies Tinnitus. ► Download MindEar today MindEar Features ► Customizable Sound Therapy library, change levels according to your preference ► Podcast Series including better breathing, sleep relief, healthy habits and more ► Guided Meditations including full body scans, mindfulness, relaxation and more ► AI-powered chatbot to help and support you 24/7 ► In-App Hearing Evaluation providing results in minutes ► Free 15 minutes consultation with a Tinnitus expert Tinnitus Relief, tailored to you ► If you need quick Tinnitus Relief, try one of MindEar's many soundscapes or meditations. ► For more longer term Tinnitus Relief, you can interact with our AI-powered Tinnibot who will help you with some therapeutic activities as and when you need them. ► You can also use the MindEar Tinnitus App to monitor your progress and journal your general thoughts and feelings. MindEar’s Tinnitus Solutions ► Education Many Tinnitus sufferers can regain control over their condition by understanding more about it. MindEar will teach you more about Tinnitus which, in turn, can help you better deal with the symptoms. ► Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps sufferers focus on the positive in their lives and negate the negativity that Tinnitus brings. MindEar has many CBT activities that are designed to help you understand the connection between your thoughts and feelings. ► Sound Therapy Sound can distract your from your ear ringing or, through the process of habituation, help your brain to adapt to it and, eventually, ignore it. MindEar uses the experience of Sound Therapy soundscapes to transport you to a different place, exploring the calming sounds of nature. ► Sleep Therapy Many Tinnitus sufferers report sleep deprivation which, in turn, can make Tinnitus worse. MindEar can give you sleep relief through guided Sleep Therapy sessions. ► Rewarding Progression MindEar uses points to track your progress and reward you for using the app frequently. Finding Tinnitus Relief will be fun with MindEar! ► Mindfulness Mindfulness has been found to help reduce stress and anxiety, while teaching those who practice it to be kind to themselves, taking each moment as it comes and for what it is. The MindEar Tinnitus App has a range of relaxation techniques and breathing exercises that can help you achieve a state of mindfulness. What do users say about MindEar? “I never knew that what I was living with for months was Tinnitus. As soon as I began to learn more, the pieces all started to fit. I feel empowered now to manage my Tinnitus and improve my daily living!” – Kieran "I knew quite a bit about the condition, however, MindEar has proved a very handy app with lots of useful content" – Dulzdin "Using the app has been life-changing – a real mental health savior" – Kimberly ► Download “MindEar | Tinnitus Relief” today Disclaimer: The MindEar app does not replace the need to seek a doctor’s advice before making any medical decisions. Visit www.mindear.com Subscribe or Follow Us YouTube: MindEar Instagram: Instagram (@mindeartinnitus) Facebook: MindEar | Sydney NSW Privacy Policy https://app.termly.io/document/privacy-policy/1ca195af-e743-4e0a-a577-3e254301eb65
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: MindEar | Tinnitus Relief at 73% against GENIUSlink's 24%. MindEar | Tinnitus Relief also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.8) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). GENIUSlink's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (8.1 vs 16.4). On price, ads 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. MindEar | Tinnitus Relief sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. GENIUSlink asks for nothing beyond the download.
MindEar | Tinnitus Relief holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MindEar | Tinnitus Relief has 467 ratings behind it against 61, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of GENIUSlink's written reviews are positive against 73% of MindEar | Tinnitus Relief's.
GENIUSlink ships an update every 2 months, MindEar | Tinnitus Relief every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GENIUSlink | MindEar | Tinnitus Relief |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.8 (61 ratings) | 4.5 (467 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 23.7% of reviews | 73.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 61 | 467 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 8.1 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 74 MB | 108 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Miracle-Ear, Inc. | Odio Tech Pty Ltd |
Customer experience
GENIUSlink
MindEar | Tinnitus Relief
User reviews
GENIUSlink
From 61 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Basic functions work
- 👍 Good for streaming
- 👍 Love the sound clarity
- 👍 Works with iPhone/iPad
- 👍 Reliable and easy instructions
Room to improve
- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 App is useless
- 🐛 Shuts down unexpectedly
- 🐛 Bluetooth disconnects often
- 🐛 Music player turns on intermittently
MindEar | Tinnitus Relief
From 467 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Comprehensive tinnitus management
- 👍 Helpful and knowledgeable support
- 🧠 Science-based approach
- 💤 Effective sound therapy
- 🧘♀️ Mindfulness and relaxation techniques
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional login and app stability issues
- 💰 Subscription-based model
- 🕰️ Slow progress for some users
Bugs and requests
GENIUSlink
Reported bugs
51 issues- App shuts down when trying to use
- Genius link disconnects after phone calls
- Bluetooth disconnects for no reason
- Music player turns on intermittently and cannot be shut down
- App hasn't been updated for years
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- App won't work with new iPhones
- Bluetooth will not stay connected to iPhones/iPad
- Will not stay connected to iPhone 7+
- App drops out of Remote & streaming for no apparent reason
- Connecting to Bluetooth devices is not easy
- Dropped out of remote when answering iPhone
- Does not reset Bluetooth Roaming and Streaming when turned on
- Often must use Setup to relink all components
- App does nothing but crash
- App does not connect properly
- Connection problems between elements
- Phone calls are a disaster with device switching volume and modes
- Programs change randomly
- Disconnects and reconnects randomly
- Volume will not stay where set
- App tells you it cannot find hearing aids even when working
- Treats every notification sound as streaming audio
- Bluetooth connection is not very strong
- Connection can be lost by turning body
- Settings change when Bluetooth reconnects
- App stops functioning without warning
- App sometimes changes settings by itself
- Hassle to resync
- Losing Bluetooth connection
- Link keeps turning hearing aids off on
- Genius link is running non stop in background
- Using 65% of phone battery
- Device itself isn't lasting but about 2 hours
- No single part of application isn't full of bugs
- App continuously disconnects even when phone is in breast pocket
- Cannot hear or answer incoming calls because app is not working properly
- Speech keeps switching to music
- Doesn't automatically connect
- Handoff between phone and hearing aids isn't perfectly clean
- GeniusLink no longer streams audio of any kind other than phone calls
- Always loses Bluetooth
- Locks in to streaming or on a call
- Have to turn off to reset at least 6 to 12 times a day
- Link is completely unreliable
- Many times when it won't link, option to use as control is not available
- Will not connect to iPhone 6 with iOS 9.3.1
- ME provider could only get it to connect sporadically
- App is extremely limited on iPhone 6 Plus
- App doesn't allow functions seen in demo mode
- Since the update genius link is running non stop in background
- Update has issues
Requested features
11 requests- Improve Bluetooth connectivity
- Add ability to control mid tones, static noise, hi pitch tones
- Add presets controllable by app
- Add Apple Watch app for mute, volume, program switch
- Allow independent volume control for each earpiece
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- Improve Bluetooth connection strength
- Modernize Bluetooth technology
- Allow streaming of audio other than phone calls
- Fix bugs and annoyances
- Add dark mode option
- Add advanced analytics dashboard
MindEar | Tinnitus Relief
Reported bugs
2 issues- Freezing during hearing test
- Inconsistent user experience across platforms
Requested features
3 requests- More customization options for sound therapy
- Expanded library of relaxation and meditation content
- Integration with wearable devices for seamless tinnitus management
In-app purchases
GENIUSlink
No in-app purchases
MindEar | Tinnitus Relief
- MindEar monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
- MindEar Monthly Premium7 Days trial$18.991 Month
- MindEar annual 50% OFF7 Days trial$28.991 Year
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- MindEar Monthly, all access7 Days trial$28.991 Month
- MindEar Fifty Off7 Days trial$33.991 Year
- MindEar Annual7 Days trial$58.991 Year
- MindEar Relief Premium Annual7 Days trial$68.991 Year
- MindEar 3 Months14 Days trial$68.993 Months
- MindEar annual TinnitusUK7 Days trial$94.991 Year
- MindEar Annual 50%14 Days trial$143.991 Year
Questions
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