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Starkey Omega AI 16 Hearing Aids

Price Each: £1395 | Price Pair: £2595

Behind the Ear & In the Ear
Fitting Styles:  RIC, ITE, CIC, ITC
Warranty:  5 years
Charger:  Rechargeable an additional £100 per aid

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£1395 each

£3495 per pair

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Overview of Starkey Omega AI 16 Hearing Aids

The Starkey Omega AI 16 is the entry-level model in the Omega AI range, offering essential AI-powered clarity and modern connectivity at the most accessible price point in the lineup. While it sits below the Omega AI 20 and flagship AI 24, it still benefits from Starkey’s G3 Neuro Processor and the same advanced platform that powers the higher tiers.

The AI 16 focuses on delivering reliable, everyday hearing support — clear speech, reduced background noise and smooth automatic transitions between environments — without the extra processing layers and premium enhancements found in the upper models. For users who want solid performance for day-to-day conversations, home listening and quieter social settings, it provides excellent value and dependable clarity.

If your listening needs are straightforward and you want modern AI features without the premium price, the Omega AI 16 is the most cost-effective way to enter the Omega ecosystem.

Key Features of the Starkey Omega AI 16

- AI-Driven Sound Processing (Core DNN Technology)

• Built on the G3 Neuro Processor for fast, efficient sound analysis

• Uses a streamlined version of Starkey’s DNN engine

• Provides improved speech clarity in moderate noise

• Learns from common listening environments for more natural sound

Result: Clearer speech and more comfortable listening for everyday environments.

- Essential Edge Mode

•  On-demand clarity boost through the app or device button

• Ideal for cafés, shops or small social settings

• Less powerful than Edge Mode on the AI 20 and AI 24, but still effective for quick speech enhancement

Perfect for: Moments where you need a boost without adjusting settings manually.

- Reliable Battery Performance

• RIC RT: Up to ~40 hours (with streaming)

• mini RIC R: Around 24 hours

• Efficient processing helps extend daily runtimes

No daily battery worries — just consistent performance for typical usage.

- Durable, Everyday Design

• IP68 water and dust resistance

• Sturdy resin housing with long-lasting protective coating

• Wind-noise reduction and improved own-voice comfort

• LED indicators for power and Bluetooth

Built to withstand daily wear, UK weather and active lifestyles.

- Smart Connectivity

• Bluetooth LE Audio

• Direct streaming with compatible Apple & Android devices

• Auracast-ready

• Optional telecoil on selected models

• Full control via the My Starkey app, including basic remote support

Seamless, frustration-free connectivity for calls, music and TV.

- Health & Activity Basics

• Motion sensors for step tracking

• Balance Builder exercises

• Light activity monitoring

No advanced health metrics — just the essentials for general wellness.

- Accessory Support

Fully compatible with Starkey StarLink accessories:

• Remote Microphone

• Table Microphone

• TV Streamer

• StarLink Charger+

Helpful add-ons for users who want extra support in more challenging situations.

Model Styles & Options

Omega AI 16 is available in the same form factors as the higher levels:

• RIC RT (Rechargeable + Telecoil)

• mini RIC R (Small rechargeable RIC)

• RIC 312 (Battery-powered)

• ITE R / ITC R (Custom rechargeable)

• CIC (Discrete custom, battery-powered)

All models come in the standard Omega AI colour range.

What the AI 24 Has That the AI 16 Does Not

• Full-strength DNN 360° sound processing
  The AI 24 uses Starkey’s most advanced neural engine with the highest number of processing layers.

• Maximum noise reduction capability
  Significantly stronger suppression for background noise in restaurants, crowds and busy environments.

• Edge Mode+
  A more advanced version of Edge Mode that delivers a much greater speech boost in extreme noise.

• Superior performance in complex listening environments
  Handles rapid, chaotic sound scenes far better than the streamlined processing in the AI 16.

• Enhanced streaming endurance and overall battery optimisation
  Longer runtimes, especially when streaming.

• Full health and wellness suite
  Includes additional metrics such as respiratory tracking, fall detection alerts and more detailed activity insights — none of which are available in the AI 16.

• More advanced sound management tools
  Includes higher-level adaptive directionality, more refined spatial awareness and expanded customisation options.

Author: Naomi Livermore

FAQs

• Who is the Starkey Omega AI 16 best suited for?

  The AI 16 is ideal for people with straightforward, everyday hearing needs who want clear speech, simple connectivity and AI support at a more affordable price. It’s great for home use, one-to-one conversations, small gatherings and quieter environments.

• Does the Omega AI 16 still use Starkey’s G3 Neuro Processor?

  Yes. All Omega AI models are built on the same G3 processor.
  The differences come from the number of AI layers, noise management strength and feature depth.

• Is the Omega AI 16 waterproof or sweatproof?

  Yes. All Omega AI models are IP68-rated, meaning they are protected against dust, sweat and rain.
  They’re designed to handle daily UK weather without issues.

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