Danavox Boreal Models: A Guide to All 12 Hearing Aids and Who They May Suit

AudiologyOctober 13, 20268 min read

The Danavox Boreal models are 12 hearing aids in four styles: three MiniRIE models, three RIC models, three Standard BTE models and three Power BTE models. Each style comes in three technology levels (Select, Advanced and Premium, with 12, 14 and 17 channels), and nine of the twelve are rechargeable while the three RIC models use size 312 zinc-air batteries. Which Boreal model may suit you depends on your hearing test, the style you can handle comfortably and how you want to power it.

This guide walks through every Boreal model as published in our hearing aids catalogue, so you can arrive at your appointment knowing the options. It does not replace the assessment: the audiologist confirms which style and level fit your hearing loss before anything is ordered.

Danavox Boreal models at a glance

Boreal is one of the eight Danavox families we offer at Jordan Hearing & Speech, an authorised Danavox dealer in Oman. Danavox describes the family in two short lines: "Greater speech understanding in noise. Natural own voice perception." The key features the manufacturer lists for the family are all-weatherproof (IP68-rated) designs and rechargeable all-day power from a quick recharge.

Across the family, the published catalogue shows:

12 models, all of them hearing aids (Boreal has no CROS transmitters).
4 styles: MiniRIE, RIC, Standard BTE and Power BTE, with three models in each.
2 power options: rechargeable (MiniRIE, Standard BTE and Power BTE) and 312 zinc-air batteries (RIC).
3 technology levels: Select (12 channels), Advanced (14 channels) and Premium (17 channels).
IP68 certified in the portfolio notes of every model.

You can see all of them on the Danavox Boreal family page.

How the Boreal technology levels differ

Inside each style, the three models differ by technology level, and the catalogue ties each level to a channel count:

Select: 12 channels.
Advanced: 14 channels.
Premium: 17 channels.

Channels are the frequency bands the hearing aid adjusts separately during programming. In general, higher technology levels adapt more automatically to noisy and changing places, which is one of the factors that changes the price of a hearing aid alongside style, rechargeable or battery power, one or two hearing aids and accessories. We do not publish prices; you can request a quote for a specific model or book an assessment. The difference between levels is explained in more depth in our article on hearing aid technology levels.

Boreal receiver-in-ear models

Six Boreal models place the receiver (the speaker) in the ear canal and a small case behind the ear. They split into two styles that differ mainly in how they are powered.

MiniRIE: three rechargeable models

XD560-DRWC: Select, 12 channels, rechargeable.
XD760-DRWC: Advanced, 14 channels, rechargeable.
XD960-DRWC: Premium, 17 channels, rechargeable.

The catalogue's portfolio notes for this group list an all-day battery on one charge, receiver options MM, LP, MP, HP and UP, a programmable push button or toggle, and IP68 certification. You can open the XD760-DRWC model page to see how a single model is presented.

RIC: three battery models

XD561-DRW: Select, 12 channels, 312 zinc-air battery.
XD761-DRW: Advanced, 14 channels, 312 zinc-air battery.
XD961-DRW: Premium, 17 channels, 312 zinc-air battery.

These share the same receiver options (MM, LP, MP, HP and UP), the programmable push button or toggle and IP68 certification. They are not rechargeable: you change a small 312 battery instead of placing the hearing aids in a charger. Some people prefer this because there is no charger to carry; others find small batteries fiddly.

The receiver options matter because the receiver is chosen during fitting to match the amount of amplification your test shows. The catalogue also lists "Telecoil in 62 DRW" for these receiver-in-ear groups; ask the audiologist which Boreal model includes a telecoil if you use loop systems.

Boreal behind-the-ear models

The other six Boreal models sit entirely behind the ear, with sound carried to the ear through a tube and an earmould or tip. All six are rechargeable.

Standard BTE: three models

XD577-DWC: Select, 12 channels, rechargeable.
XD777-DWC: Advanced, 14 channels, rechargeable.
XD977-DWC: Premium, 17 channels, rechargeable.

Power BTE: three models

XD588-DWC: Select, 12 channels, rechargeable.
XD788-DWC: Advanced, 14 channels, rechargeable.
XD988-DWC: Premium, 17 channels, rechargeable.

The portfolio notes for the behind-the-ear groups list an all-day battery on one charge, a programmable push button and toggle, IP68 certification, a telecoil in BTE 77 and 88, an optional metal hook for 88-DWC and "DAI in BTE 88". As the names suggest, the Power BTE is the style the catalogue offers for more amplification within this family. The US National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) notes that behind-the-ear hearing aids are used for mild to profound hearing loss; whether a Standard or Power BTE fits you depends on your audiogram.

Boreal connectivity

Danavox lists the following connectivity for the Boreal family:

Hands-free calls on iPhone and iPad.
Streaming calls and music from iPhone, iPad or Android.
Auracast-enabled accessories: TV-Streamer+ and Multi-Mic+.

These accessories work with compatible hearing aids. The TV-Streamer+ is described by Danavox as "made for Auracast", and the Multi-Mic+ as a remote microphone that helps with speech in noise. They are optional; you can browse them on the accessories page. If you rely on a particular phone, bring it to the fitting so pairing can be checked with your own device.

Which Boreal model may suit whom

These are starting points only; the hearing test decides.

You want a small device and no batteries to change: the rechargeable MiniRIE models may be worth discussing.
You prefer changing batteries or travel often without a charger: the RIC models with 312 batteries are the battery option in this family.
Your hands or eyesight make small devices hard to handle: a behind-the-ear model is larger and easier to hold, and all Boreal BTE models are rechargeable.
Your test shows a greater degree of hearing loss: the audiologist may consider the Power BTE models, or a family built for more power if Boreal is not enough.
You spend a lot of time in busy, noisy places: a higher technology level adapts more automatically, but the right level is a conversation, not a rule.

If your hearing is very different between the two ears, or one ear has little usable hearing, Boreal has no CROS transmitter; the audiologist will discuss other families that include one.

How we fit a Boreal hearing aid

Choosing a model is one step of a longer process at our clinic in Bousher, Muscat, opposite Oman Mall:

A hearing test (no referral needed), which may include pure-tone audiometry, speech testing when needed and a middle-ear check.
Selection of style, power option and technology level from your results.
Fitting and programming, including ear impressions for custom moulds when needed.
Follow-up and fine-tuning as you get used to the sound.

Our Danavox fitting and follow-up service covers programming, fine-tuning, maintenance, cleaning and periodic check-ups. Every Danavox hearing aid from us comes with a one-year warranty from the date of purchase; the full terms, exclusions and condition are on the hearing aids page.

Frequently asked questions

How many Danavox Boreal models are there?

The published catalogue lists 12 Boreal models: three MiniRIE, three RIC, three Standard BTE and three Power BTE. All 12 are hearing aids; the family has no CROS transmitters.

Are all Boreal hearing aids rechargeable?

No. Nine are rechargeable (the MiniRIE, Standard BTE and Power BTE models). The three RIC models, XD561-DRW, XD761-DRW and XD961-DRW, use size 312 zinc-air batteries.

What is the difference between Select, Advanced and Premium in Boreal?

They are the technology levels, with 12, 14 and 17 channels respectively in the catalogue. Higher levels generally adapt more automatically to changing and noisy places. Your audiologist can explain which level matches your daily listening.

Can Boreal hearing aids connect to my phone?

Danavox lists hands-free calls on iPhone and iPad and streaming of calls and music from iPhone, iPad or Android for the Boreal family. Compatibility with your exact phone is best checked at the fitting.

Which Boreal model is right for me?

That depends on your hearing test, the style you can handle and your preference for rechargeable or battery power. The audiologist recommends a model after the assessment.

Book an appointment

To find out whether a Boreal model suits your hearing, book an appointment or call or WhatsApp +968 9171 8373. Your visit starts with a hearing test, and the fitting is handled through our Danavox fitting service.

Sources

Danavox — Danavox Boreal
NIDCD (NIH) — Hearing aids
Danavox Boreal portfolio as published in our hearing aids catalogue on this site.

This article is general information and does not replace advice from a qualified professional.

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