Phonak continues to lead with freely accessible evidence

At Phonak we are constantly striving to deliver the best technology possible. We also know that being able to explain benefits clearly, set expectations, and recommend solutions with confidence is critical. That’s why we invest in research and make a large share of it freely accessible online, so you can quickly find credible support for counseling and fitting decisions.

Phonak has a history of leading with evidence

A previous independent analysis,¹ reviewed research publications listed across six hearing aid brands’ professional websites, along with two trade journals (Audiology Online and Hearing Review), covering August 2019 to October 2022. Phonak represented over one third of the number of identified publications, and also led in peer-reviewed journal articles, as well as other research  publication types, grouped together.

Updated analysis (Nov 2022 to Nov 2025)

An updated independent analysis² looked into the number of freely accessible research publications across the same six brands’ professional websites, plus Audiology Online and Hearing Review, from November 2022 to November 2025.

Out of the 244 total publications identified, 79 (32%) were available from Phonak (Figure 1).

When results are viewed by year, Phonak shows a consistent lead with almost double the number of total publications compared to the nearest brand (Figure 2). The evidence spans a broad variety of topics, including Phonak Infinio platform benefits, pediatric solutions, and emerging research methods.

Why peer-reviewed evidence is crucial

Peer-reviewed journal articles represent a high standard of scientific rigor because methods and conclusions are evaluated by independent experts before publication. 

In this analysis, Phonak had the highest number of independent peer-reviewed articles linked on its website and available to HCPs (Figure 3) with approximately four times as many as the nearest brand and twice as many as all key brands combined.

A few standout publications from 2025 (free access) Phonak Audéo™ R Infinio outperforms competitors This Insight showed that Audéo R Infinio outperforms four other brands, generating the largest SNR improvement for speech from different directions – automatically. What brain imaging reveals about Spheric Speech Clarity A peer-reviewed study suggests that DNN-driven Spheric Speech Clarity combined with beamforming may lessen cognitive resource demands during listening compared to other hearing aid programs in difficult listening situations. Less listening effort and fatigue with Spheric Speech Clarity This Field Study News showed that in multi-talker listening situations in noise, Spheric Speech Clarity provided significantly better speech understanding as well as reduced listening effort and fatigue at the end of a time-compressed auditory day.

Why freely accessible evidence matters

At Phonak, we back innovative technology with realistic, robust and repeatable evidence to demonstrate the real-world benefits of Phonak solutions. By making this evidence easily accessible online, we equip you as the HCP with the knowledge to confidently counsel clients, recommend the most appropriate solutions and demonstrate benefits. This is one of the many ways Phonak strives to be the best partner for you.

Evidence you can use in practice

Freely accessible evidence helps you counsel with clarity, set expectations, and demonstrate real-world benefit. Explore the Evidence Library to find peer-reviewed articles, clinical summaries, and practical resources you can use with clients.

Explore the Evidence Library – Link

Read the Field Study News article – Link

References

1. Appleton-Huber, J. (2022). Phonak has more freely accessible evidence than competitors. Phonak Field Study News available at https://www.phonak.com/en-int/professionals/audiology-hub/evidence-library
   
2. Appleton-Huber, J. (2026). Phonak continues to lead with more freely accessible evidence. Phonak Field Study News available at https://www.phonak.com/en-int/professionals/audiology-hub/evidence-library