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Sound processors

Modern Cochlear sound processors for cochlear implants and bone conduction. Choose a model to see the full overview, features and specifications.

Smart sound

Technology that adapts to you

Cochlear processors automatically analyse the sound around you and stream audio directly from your phone — so you hear speech better at home, outdoors and in noisy places.

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The key differences between models — find the one that fits you.

FeatureNucleus 8Nucleus 8Behind-the-earNucleus 7Nucleus 7Behind-the-earKanso 2Kanso 2Off-the-earBaha 5Baha 5Bone conductionBaha 5 PowerBaha 5 PowerBone conductionOsia 2Osia 2Active implant
Best forNewest model, best soundReliable and more affordableDiscreet, off-the-earHearing loss up to 45 dBHearing loss up to 55 dBActive implant, intact skin
Wearing styleBehind-the-earBehind-the-earOff-the-earBone conductionBone conductionActive implant
Hearing loss typeNucleus implantsNucleus implantsNucleus implantsConductive/mixed (up to 45 dB)Conductive/mixed (up to 55 dB)Conductive/mixed, SSD
GenerationNewest (2022)Previous (2017)Current (2020)Established (2015)Established (2015)Newest (2020)
StreamingApple & AndroidApple & AndroidApple & AndroidAppleAppleApple & Android
AppNucleus SmartNucleus SmartNucleus SmartBaha 5 SmartBaha 5 SmartOsia Smart
Water resistanceIP57 (IP68 with Aqua+)IP57 (IP68 with Aqua+)IP68Splash-resistantSplash-resistantSplash-resistant
PowerRechargeable / disposableRechargeable / disposableRechargeableBattery 312Battery 675Battery 675

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