Starkey Signature Series 16 Hearing Aids
Price Each:  £1395  |  Price Pair:  £2595
In the Ear
Fitting Styles:Â CIC, IIC
Warranty:Â Â 5 years
Charger: Rechargeable CIC an additional £100 per aid
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Starkey Signature Series 16 Hearing Aids Overview
The Starkey Signature Series 16 sits at the entry point of Starkey's Signature range, offering custom-fit hearing aids without the premium price tag. This is hearing aid technology stripped back to the essentials - reliable amplification, decent speech clarity, and the benefit of a custom fit that's made specifically for your ears.
If you want to try custom hearing aids without spending a fortune, or if your hearing needs are relatively straightforward, the Series 16 deserves consideration.
Acuity OS Operating System
The Series 16 runs on Starkey's Acuity OS platform, the same foundation as the Series 20 but with fewer automatic adjustments and less sophisticated environmental processing.
It still does a respectable job with everyday listening situations, but it won't adapt to changing environments as quickly or as intelligently as the higher-tier models. For people who spend most of their time in relatively quiet, predictable settings, this honestly won't matter much.
Speech Understanding
The Series 16 provides basic noise reduction and speech enhancement, which helps in moderately noisy situations.
Don't expect miracles in challenging environments like crowded restaurants or busy social gatherings - this is where the processing limitations become noticeable - but for everyday conversation at home, in small groups, or in relatively quiet settings, it performs adequately.
It's honest, straightforward amplification without the clever automatic adjustments you'll find further up the range.
Feedback Cancellation
Basic feedback cancellation is included to prevent whistling, though it's not as sophisticated as the adaptive systems in the Series 20 and 24. You'll still get reasonable performance for everyday use, but you might occasionally notice feedback in situations where the premium models would have eliminated it entirely.
Multiflex Tinnitus Technology
The Series 16 includes Multiflex Tinnitus Technology, the same feature found across the entire Signature range. Starkey doesn't compromise on tinnitus support regardless of price point, which is genuinely commendable. If tinnitus is a significant concern for you, you'll get the same relief options here as you would in the flagship models.
Surface NanoShield
The protective NanoShield coating provides basic protection against moisture, wax, and oils. The Series 16 doesn't have the IP68 waterproof rating of higher models, so you'll need to be more careful around water, but the NanoShield still offers reasonable protection for everyday wear and tear.
No Wireless Connectivity
Unlike the Series 20, the Series 16 doesn't include wireless connectivity or Bluetooth streaming. This is purely a hearing aid without any smart features or phone integration.
For some people, particularly those who aren't interested in streaming or app control, this simplicity is actually quite appealing. No connectivity means no battery drain from unused features and no complexity you don't need.
What You're Not Getting
It's important to be clear about the limitations. The Series 16 lacks the Genesis AI platform's advanced processing, motion-based features, automatic environmental adjustments, and wireless connectivity. You won't get the sophisticated noise reduction of higher models, and the hearing aids won't learn and adapt to your preferences over time.
The processing is basic by modern standards, which means you'll need to do more manual adjusting in different listening situations.
Hearing Aid Models and Colours Available
- Starkey Signature Series 16 CIC R NW hearing aids: The rechargeable Completely-in-the-Canal model offers up to 38 hours of operation and meets the IP68 waterproof standard. You get the convenience and discretion of custom rechargeable technology with entry-level sound processing - ideal if you value the custom fit and rechargeability more than advanced features.
Available faceplate colours include black, dark brown, chestnut, medium brown, light brown, and pink. Shell colours: clear, medium brown, light brown, blue/red, and black. Works with Starlink chargers 2.0 and premium 2.0.
- Starkey Signature Series 16 CIC NW hearing aids: The traditional battery version runs on a size 10 battery with up to 6 days of use at 16 hours daily wear. A straightforward, no-fuss hearing aid for people who prefer disposable batteries and don't need advanced features.
Same colour options as the rechargeable: six faceplate colours and five shell colours.
- Note on IIC availability: The Invisible-in-the-Canal (IIC) model is only available in the premium Series 24. If absolute invisibility is essential, you'll need the flagship model.
Who Should Consider the Series 16?
This hearing aid suits people with mild to moderate hearing loss who spend most of their time in relatively quiet, predictable environments. If you're retired, spend lots of time at home, have mainly one-to-one conversations, and don't need your hearing aids to handle constantly changing acoustic situations, the Series 16 could be perfectly adequate.
It's particularly suitable for people trying custom hearing aids for the first time, or those transitioning from NHS hearing aids who want better cosmetics and a custom fit without paying for features they won't use.
The Starkey Signature Series 16 won't win any awards for innovation, but it provides honest, reliable hearing support at an accessible price point. If your expectations match what it actually delivers - basic amplification in a custom-fit package - you'll likely be quite satisfied.
The Signature Series 16 is available through authorised Starkey hearing care professionals who can assess your hearing and ensure proper fitting and programming.
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