Since 1943, ReSound has been a leader in hearing aid technology, bringing new innovations that have changed the way people think about hearing aids and their possibilities. In addition to heavy focus on research and development, ReSound emphasizes education around hearing loss to help de-stigmatize the condition and normalize seeking the best help available.
From the beginning, ReSound has built their foundation balancing natural hearing with scientific advancements, providing hearing solutions geared to fit into patients’ lifestyles; they develop hearing aids that sound and feel natural, while connecting to the wearer naturally. To that end, they were the first to integrate their hearing solutions into modern tech devices, streamlining the experience of people living with hearing loss and helping people live life to the fullest.
In this article we’ll review one of their latest hearing device offerings: the ReSound Vivia.
Audiologist Product Review: The Award-Winning ReSound Vivia
Boasting AI technology inside a small package – it’s the smallest AI-integrated hearing aid in the world, in fact – the Vivia leverages the brain’s natural sound processing power and gives it an extra boost, allowing the user to focus on clear speech, even in noisy environments. Using Deep Neural Network (DNN) technology trained on millions of speech samples, the AI automatically adjusts to the user’s environment, offering improved listening comfort with less effort to separate the desired sounds from the din. Such advancements have earned the ReSound Vivia an Industry Eagles Award for best use of artificial intelligence in 2025.
This unit’s compact size and expansive capabilities are the stars here, providing users with modern functionality and comfort along with near future-proof connectivity. The ReSound Vivia packs a mighty punch in a small package.
ReSound Vivia MircoRIE Features
Let’s take a look at some of the features of the ReSound Vivia MicroRIE:
- Compact Size: The ReSound Vivia microRIE is highlighted as the world’s smallest AI hearing aid.
- Battery Life: The microRIE style offers up to 30 hours of use on a single charge.
- Durability: The hearing aids are IP68-rated for all-weather protection and have replaceable mic filters.
- Bluetooth LE Audio Connectivity: Stream music, phone calls or TV audio into the hearing aid just like a standard bluetooth earpiece
- Auracast Connectivity: Get the latest in assistive hearing technology allowing users to tie directly into PA system announcements in public places like hospitals, airports, sports arenas, museums, and more.
ReSound Accessories Included
The Vivia comes with a range of useful accessories to ensure users have all they need to start hearing the world around them more naturally. Packaged accessories include:
- Hearing aid(s)
- Charger (includes a battery that can charge hearing aid(s) up to three times without being plugged in)
- USB charging cord
- Charging brick, for plugging into a wall socket
- Right and Left markers
- Cleaning tools
ReSound Vivia Pricing and Options
Prescription Hearing carries the ReSound Vivia Receiver-in-Ear (RIE) model. Here’s the pricing breakdown by performance level:
- Resound Vivia Micro RIE 5 – $1,749
- Resound Vivia Micro RIE 7 – $2,149
- Resound Vivia Micro RIE 9 – $2,549
The Vivia Micro RIE comes in single ear or paired configurations and is offered in 10 different color options, ranging from traditional earth tones to bold modern options like red and navy blue.
Resound Vivia apps
Expanding on the idea of advanced connectivity with modern personal devices, the Vivia is compatible with apps for both iOS and Android devices. These grant users the ability to personalize the functionality of their hearing devices, offering quick control over favorite settings, device adjustments, remote fine tuning, tinnitus management and even tracking misplaced hearing aids.
- Apple: Resound Smart 3d App
- Google: Resound Smart 3d App
Is the ReSound Vivia Right For You?
The ReSound Vivia represents some great strides in hearing aid technology, with many desirable features and capabilities. To understand whether it is the right device for you, Prescription Hearing always recommends a consultation with a qualified audiologist to get the best match for your hearing device needs. Our team of audiologists are happy to help you make the best decisions for your hearing, whether it’s the ReSound Vivia or one of the many other great hearing aid options out there.
Contact our team of audiologists for a consultation to find out what hearing device will be best for your needs.
