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ReSound Vivia 9 RIE
The ReSound Vivia 9 RIE is the most advanced hearing aid we fit. Vivia uses a DualChip design that adds a dedicated deep neural network processor alongside the main chip, trained on 13.5 million spoken sentences to separate a voice from the noise around it rather than simply turning noise down. It is the top of three Vivia levels, with 17 processing channels, LE Audio with an Auracast Assistant, and direct streaming on iPhone and Android.
Written & clinically reviewed by the Prudent Hearing clinical teamRCI-registered audiologists (MASLP / BASLP)Last updated 5 September 2026
What the Vivia 9 is
A plain look at what this model actually gives you, based only on its own spec sheet.
DualChip with a neural network
A DualChip design adds a dedicated deep neural network processor alongside the main chip, trained on 13.5 million spoken sentences to separate a voice from the noise around it rather than simply turning noise down.
Vivia level 9, top tier
The top of three Vivia levels, the most capable platform ReSound makes.
17 processing channels
Sound is shaped across 17 channels for a precise fit to your hearing.
LE Audio with Auracast Assistant
Bluetooth LE Audio with an Auracast Assistant, a first in a hearing aid, plus direct streaming and hands-free calls on iPhone and Android.
Intelligent Focus on the microRIE
Intelligent Focus, the DNN speech feature, is available on the rechargeable microRIE variant. Tell us if that matters and we will fit that version.
Who it suits (and who should look elsewhere)
An honest fit check, so the money goes to the right device.
You struggle most in noise
This is the best speech-in-noise performance we stock, for people who find restaurants and groups hardest.
You want the top platform
As the flagship Vivia level 9, it offers ReSound's most advanced processing and connectivity.
You want the latest connectivity
LE Audio with an Auracast Assistant plus hands-free calls on iPhone and Android make it a strongly connected aid.
Budget is the priority
This is our most expensive aid. If cost matters most, the Key 362 or Key 488 give you streaming for a fraction of the price.
You want an invisible aid
This is a receiver-in-ear model. For an invisible fit, the Nexia 4 CIC sits inside the canal, though it drops streaming.
It manages, not cures
Even the flagship Vivia 9 manages your hearing loss rather than curing it. The loss itself remains.
How the Vivia 9 compares in the ReSound range
Where the flagship sits next to its ReSound siblings, so the extra spend is a clear choice.
Nexia 761 RIE
An advanced RIE with LE Audio and Auracast broadcast at a lower price, but without the Vivia neural network. A strong option if venues matter more than the hardest speech-in-noise.
See the ReSound Nexia 761 RIEKey 488 HP BTE
A high-power BTE that streams from iPhone and Android for far less. Choose it if you need power and connectivity but not flagship speech processing.
See the ReSound Key 488 HP BTENexia 4 CIC
If discretion beats performance for you, this custom in-canal aid is very hard to see, though it is non-wireless with no streaming.
See the ReSound Nexia 4 CICVivia 9 price and value in India
Straight talk on cost. We never quote a single hard price online because your final figure depends on your appointment.
MRP around Rs 4,14,995
Use the manufacturer MRP of about Rs 4,14,995 as a reference point, not as the figure you pay.
Up to 30-50% off MRP
At Prudent you get up to 30-50% off MRP, with your exact price confirmed at your appointment.
GST-exempt
Hearing aids are GST-exempt in India (HSN 9021), so there is no tax added on top.
0% EMI available
0% EMI is available so you can spread this flagship cost, and every unit is genuine with full manufacturer warranty.
How we fit the Vivia 9 at Prudent
What actually happens, from first visit to long-term care.
Free 45-minute hearing test
An RCI-registered audiologist (MASLP/BASLP) checks your hearing and confirms the flagship platform is right for your loss and lifestyle.
Choose the microRIE if you need Intelligent Focus
Intelligent Focus, the neural-network speech feature, is on the rechargeable microRIE variant, so tell us if that matters and we fit that version.
Fitted and fine-tuned
We program the aid across its 17 channels, set up LE Audio and streaming, and fine-tune for comfort and clarity in noise.
Free lifetime aftercare
Free re-tuning and aftercare for the life of the aid, at our Pune, Delhi or Bengaluru clinics or on a home visit.
Explore more
Useful next steps if you are weighing up ReSound.
Compare the ReSound range
See the popular ReSound models on our comparison list, side by side — style, tier, who each suits and India MRP — to place this one in context.
Compare the rangeReSound hearing aid review
Read our honest overview of the ReSound range.
Read the ReSound reviewAll ReSound models
Browse every ReSound aid we fit.
See all ReSound aidsReSound price list
See indicative pricing across the ReSound range.
View ReSound pricingBook a free hearing test
Start with a free 45-minute test with an RCI-registered audiologist.
Book a hearing testFrequently asked questions
How much does the ReSound Vivia 9 cost in India?
The manufacturer MRP is around Rs 4,14,995. At Prudent you get up to 30-50% off MRP, and because hearing aids are GST-exempt (HSN 9021) there is no tax on top. Your exact price is confirmed at your appointment, and 0% EMI is available to spread the cost.
What makes the Vivia 9 better in noise?
It uses a DualChip design with a dedicated deep neural network processor trained on 13.5 million spoken sentences to separate a voice from the noise around it, rather than simply turning noise down. It is the best speech-in-noise performance we stock.
Who is the Vivia 9 best for?
It is best for people who struggle most in restaurants and groups and want ReSound's top platform. If your priority is public-venue Auracast rather than the hardest speech-in-noise, the Nexia 761 costs less.
Do I need a specific version for the neural-network speech feature?
Yes. Intelligent Focus, the DNN speech feature, is available on the rechargeable microRIE variant. Tell us if that matters to you and we will fit that version.
Does it support Auracast and phone streaming?
Yes. It supports Bluetooth LE Audio with an Auracast Assistant, a first in a hearing aid, plus direct streaming and hands-free calls on iPhone and Android.
Will it cure my hearing loss?
No hearing aid cures hearing loss, not even the flagship Vivia 9. It manages your loss and gives the clearest speech-in-noise we stock; the loss itself remains, which is why free lifetime re-tuning is included.
Hear speech in noise like never before
Book a free 45-minute hearing test with an RCI-registered audiologist and try the flagship Vivia 9 before you buy. Up to 30-50% off MRP, GST-exempt, 0% EMI, genuine units with full warranty. Clinics in Pune, Delhi and Bengaluru plus home visits. Call +91 9429690093.
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