The deciding factor is connection and style. ReSound Nexia is built for Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast and comes in behind-the-ear and custom in-ear styles from ₹78,995 per ear MRP; Phonak Audéo Lumity is a rechargeable RIC sold in pairs from ₹1,38,000 that pairs with almost any Bluetooth phone.
Quick answer
ReSound Nexia is built for Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast and comes in RIE and custom in-ear styles from ₹78,995 per ear MRP; Phonak Audéo Lumity is a rechargeable RIC sold in pairs from ₹1,38,000 that pairs with almost any Bluetooth phone. Lumity costs less for a pair; Nexia offers custom styles and single-aid prices.
Key takeaways
- Lumity is cheaper for a pair at every level, with the charger included.
- Nexia offers ITC, CIC and IIC custom styles; Lumity's Audéo range is RIC only.
- Nexia's LE Audio needs a phone with Bluetooth 5.3 or later; Lumity pairs with Bluetooth devices generally.
- The India price list shows battery Nexia models; ask about the rechargeable microRIE.
- Auracast is still rare in Indian venues.
The deciding factor is connection and style. ReSound Nexia was among the first hearing aids built for Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast, and on ReSound's 2026 India price list it comes in receiver-in-ear (RIE) and custom in-ear styles from ₹78,995 per ear MRP. Phonak Audéo Lumity is a rechargeable receiver-in-canal aid sold in pairs from ₹1,38,000 that pairs with almost any Bluetooth phone.
Choose Nexia if you want a custom in-ear option, ReSound's M&RIE receiver, or an aid ready for Auracast broadcasts. Choose Lumity if you want a rechargeable pair at the lowest price and easy pairing with any phone.
Nexia vs Audéo Lumity at a glance
| ReSound Nexia | Phonak Audéo Lumity | |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | ReSound (GN) | Phonak (Sonova) |
| Styles on the India price list | RIE (size 312 battery), ITC, CIC and IIC | Rechargeable RIC, sold as a pair (Kit) |
| Rechargeable | A rechargeable microRIE exists; ask whether it is in stock | Yes (Audéo L-R) |
| MRP from | ₹78,995 per ear (Nexia 4 custom); ₹83,995 per ear (Nexia 4 RIE) | ₹1,38,000 a pair (L30-R) |
| Technology levels | Nexia 4, 5, 7, 9 (12–17 channels) | L30, L50, L70, L90 (12–20 channels) |
| Phone connection | Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast; LE Audio needs a phone with Bluetooth 5.3 or later | Universal connectivity with Bluetooth-enabled devices |
| Speech in noise | 4-microphone binaural beamformer with all-around listening | SmartSpeech: StereoZoom 2.0 and SpeechSensor |
| Warranty (price list) | 2 years (Nexia 4), 2+1 (Nexia 5), 2+2 (Nexia 7, 9) | 2 years (L30, L50), 3 years (L70, L90) |
Which costs less for a pair?
| Level | ReSound Nexia RIE (two aids) | Phonak Audéo Lumity (pair) |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | Nexia 4: ₹1,67,990 (12 channels) | L30-R: ₹1,38,000 (12 channels) |
| Second | Nexia 5: ₹2,61,990 (12 channels) | L50-R: ₹2,40,000 (16 channels) |
| Third | Nexia 7: ₹4,61,990 (14 channels) | L70-R: ₹4,20,000 (20 channels) |
| Top | Nexia 9: ₹8,29,990 (17 channels) | L90-R: ₹6,30,000 (20 channels) |
Lumity is cheaper for a pair at every level, and its Kit price includes the charger. Nexia's advantages are the single-aid price, if you need only one ear, and the custom styles from ₹78,995 per ear, which Lumity's Audéo range does not offer. As always, channel counts are not comparable across brands.
Which is better for phones and public places?
Nexia is built around Bluetooth LE Audio, which allows several connections and more power-efficient streaming, and Auracast, a broadcast system for theatres, airports and other public venues. To use LE Audio, ReSound says your phone needs Bluetooth 5.3 or later; hands-free calls on iOS need an iPhone 11 or later.
Lumity's strength is breadth: it pairs with Bluetooth-enabled devices generally, which helps with older phones. Auracast is still rare in Indian venues, so for most people today the practical question is simply whether your phone works well with the aid. Bring it to your fitting and we will check.
Which style suits you?
If you want an aid that sits inside the ear rather than behind it, Nexia's ITC, CIC and IIC versions are the option here. If you want rechargeable convenience behind the ear at the lowest pair price, Lumity's L30-R is hard to beat. ReSound also offers its M&RIE receiver, which places an extra microphone in the ear canal for more natural sound direction; it does not suit every ear canal.
Who should choose which?
- Choose ReSound Nexia if you want a custom in-ear aid, only need one aid, value Auracast readiness, or have a recent iPhone or LE Audio Android phone.
- Choose Phonak Audéo Lumity if you want a rechargeable pair at the lowest MRP, use an older phone, or prefer Phonak's SmartSpeech features and myPhonak app.
Our ReSound Nexia review covers Nexia in depth, ReSound Key vs Nexia vs Vivia explains the ReSound range, and Phonak vs ReSound compares the brands.
How to decide
Try both after a hearing test, with your own phone. Full prices are on our ReSound and Phonak price lists.
Prudent's RCI-registered audiologists do a free 45-minute hearing test at our clinics in Pune (Viman Nagar), Delhi (Rohini and Green Park) and Bengaluru (Jayanagar), and on home visits. We program both aids to your results so you can listen before you decide. Call +91 9429690093 or WhatsApp +91 84850 96505.
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Frequently asked questions
Is ReSound Nexia better than Phonak Lumity?
It depends on what you need. Nexia is built for Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast and comes in custom in-ear styles; Lumity is a rechargeable RIC that pairs with almost any Bluetooth phone and costs less for a pair.
What is the price of ReSound Nexia in India?
On ReSound's 2026 India price list, Nexia starts at ₹78,995 per ear for the Nexia 4 custom styles and ₹83,995 per ear for the Nexia 4 RIE, rising to ₹4,14,995 per ear for Nexia 9. Prudent sells up to 30–50% below MRP.
Is ReSound Nexia rechargeable?
ReSound makes a rechargeable Nexia microRIE. The 2026 India price list we use shows the size 312 battery RIE and custom ITC, CIC and IIC versions, so ask us whether the rechargeable model is in stock.
What is Auracast and do I need it?
Auracast is a Bluetooth broadcast system for public places such as theatres and airports. It is still rare in Indian venues, so for most people today the bigger question is whether the aid works well with their own phone.
Which costs less for a pair?
Phonak Audéo Lumity, at every level. For example, a Lumity L30-R pair is ₹1,38,000 at MRP against ₹1,67,990 for two Nexia 4 RIE aids, and Lumity Kits include the charger.
Sources & further reading
We cross-checked this article against the following authoritative sources. Guidance and figures reflect the most recent public guidance available at the time of last review (October 2026). Clinical review by the Prudent Hearing clinical team.
- GN Hearing launches ReSound Nexia (ReSound (GN Hearing))
- Phonak Audéo Lumity (Phonak (Sonova))
- Hearing aid price lists (manufacturer MRP, 2026) (Prudent Hearing Solutions)
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