GENIUScontrol vs Amplifon App
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GENIUScontrol
Transform your smartphone into a remote for compatible hearing aids. Adjust volume, change listening programs, fine-tune sound, and monitor battery life with intuitive controls. This app offers a visual interface for managing your hearing aid settings.
- Volume control
- Listening program adjustment
- Bass and treble tuning
- Battery status monitoring
- Mute function
- Speech navigator control
- Tinnitus program adjustment
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Turn your Smartphone into a remote control for your Miracle-Ear hearing aids! Compatible with GENIUS and GENIUS 2.0 Miracle-Ear hearing aids; ME5400/5300 (ME-1), ME4400/4300 (ME-2) and ME3400/3300 (ME-3). The app is also compatible with ME2275 (ME-4) performance level. The app will provide you all of the functions if configured by your Hearing Care Specialist. Please thoroughly read the manual of your hearing aids before using this app. Change listening programs: With intuitive buttons, it is simple to change your listening programs. Volume Control: You can increase and decrease the volume of your hearing aids with a simple touch on the screen, as with the discretion of texting. Mute: You can quickly mute your hearing aids with one touch of the app screen. Battery Status: Check the battery status of your GENIUS 2.0 hearing instruments. Bass & Treble: Adjust the TrebleControl to fine tune the sound quality of your hearing aids. Speech Navigator: Adjust the span and direction of the microphones on GENIUS and GENIUS 2.0 technology only (ME5400/5300, ME4400/4300). Tinnitus Control: Easily adjust the volume on your tinnitus program if set by your Hearing Care Specialist. Display: The screen of your iOS device becomes a visual display for controlling your hearing aids. Intended use: The GENIUScontrol App is intended to control Miracle-Ear hearing instruments by a patient within parameters set by the Hearing Care Specialist. Device compatibility: TheGENIUScontrol App is compatible iPhone 4s, 5, 5c, 5s, SE, 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, iPod touch 5th Gen and iPad running iOS 8.1 or higher public release. We recommend using a Smartphone device rather than a tablet device for preferred user interaction. Hearing aid compatibility: The app is only compatible with the latest generation of Miracle-Ear Hearing Aids; ME5400/5300, ME4400/4300, ME3400/3300 and ME2275. Control signals: This app generates short ultra-high frequency control signals which are designed to be played through the devices speakers and may be audible. To ensure correct operation and for safety reasons: 1. While using the app do not hold the loudspeaker of this device to your ears or the ears of others. 2. While using the app do not use the device with headphones, headsets or other audio playback devices. Start controlling your smart hearing aids now- they’re GENIUS!
Amplifon App
Manage your hearing aids, take a hearing screening, and access expert content on hearing health. Connect with your clinician and receive personalized insights for better hearing care.
- Hearing screening test
- Hearing aid control (volume, programs)
- Hearing aid usage monitoring
- Appointment booking
- Hearing aid tutorials
- Direct customer support access
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Experience hearing like never before with the Amplifon App — a certified medical device designed to support your hearing health and give you smarter control of your hearing aids. Whether you're just starting your hearing care journey or already using compatible hearing aids, the Amplifon app offers everything you need for a seamless, empowering experience. Take a free hearing screening test, explore a wide range of expert content on hearing health, and stay connected to your personal clinician — all in one place. Smart Hearing Aid Management Pair your compatible Bluetooth® hearing aids and take full control — adjust programs, volume, and background noise levels with ease. Personalized Insights Monitor your hearing aid usage and track your progress to get the most out of your devices. Easy Appointment Booking Schedule visits with your preferred clinic quickly and conveniently. Step-by-Step Guidance Learn how to use and care for your hearing aids with tailored tutorials and daily maintenance tips. Direct Support Access Get in touch with customer service whenever you need expert help.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Amplifon App at 4.6 against GENIUScontrol's 3.0. Amplifon App also leads on review sentiment (59% vs 26%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). GENIUScontrol's advantage is ratings volume (1.1K vs 278) and iOS requirement (8.1 vs 15.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Amplifon App holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.1K and 278 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of GENIUScontrol's written reviews are positive against 59% of Amplifon App's.
GENIUScontrol ships an update every 2 months, Amplifon App fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GENIUScontrol | Amplifon App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (1.1K ratings) | 4.6 (278 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 25.7% of reviews | 58.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K — better | 278 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.1 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 64 MB | 397 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Miracle-Ear, Inc. | Amplifon S.p.A. |
Customer experience
GENIUScontrol
Amplifon App
Bugs and requests
GENIUScontrol
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes when switching between Bluetooth devices
- Volume settings not persisting
- Automatic environment detection not working as expected
Requested features
4 requests- Individual volume control for each ear
- More advanced EQ settings
- Battery level indicator
- Seamless Bluetooth integration
Amplifon App
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
GENIUScontrol
No in-app purchases
Amplifon App
No in-app purchases
Questions
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