
Frequently asked questions
Hearing Testing
Are my results still accurate if I don't react immediately and press the button after hearing the beep?
Yes. We take into account the expected delays of interacting with your mobile device.
I can’t find a quiet environment, can I still perform the hearing test?
I am testing one ear, but I can hear a static sound in the other ear - is this part of the test?
What is calibration? How and why does Mimi calibrate headphones and what are the issues with uncalibrated headphones?
We calibrate our hearing tests with objective measurements of headphone output levels. In addition we use validation through subjective hearing tests with Mimi users.
All headphones are different, and the combination of the two devices you are using for the hearing test (headphone type and smartphone type) will also influence the test results. Calibration ensures we know how to adjust for the differences between the two devices, and helps to normalize the output across devices. By using calibrated headphones, we can give you an accurate hearing test result.
We are currently in the progress of calibrating headphones for Android. Because calibration needs to happen for every headphone and device combination; this can take our team quite a bit of time. We are doing our best to make sure we have more calibrated headphone/device pairings available in the future. If you have questions feel free to email us at hello@mimi.health.
Data Accuracy & Reliability
Is the Mimi Health Hearing Test reliable?
I’m concerned about my hearing. Should I visit the audiologist?
If you have any concerns about your hearing, please follow up with a hearing healthcare professional. Mimi does not supersede or replace a decisive diagnosis by a physician, does not allow direct diagnosis and is not intended to be used for monitoring, treatment or alleviation of any disease or disability. Read our full disclaimer here.
I'm hard of hearing in one ear, why is my hearing grade still good?
Many people have asymmetric hearing, meaning the better ear may often compensate for the other. Your hearing grade is defined by your better performing ear.
Tracking your hearing health
Can I use this app to track my hearing over time?
Data Privacy & Security
Is my data safe? Which data is stored?
For audiologists, scientists and the generally curious
What is a Pure Tone Threshold (PTT) test?
What is a Masked Threshold (MT) test?
Why don’t I get an audiogram for a Masked Threshold (MT) test?
Couldn't find what you were looking for?
We have a comprehensive User Manual which we hope will answer your questions.
If not, please email hello@mimi.health and a member of the team will get back to you.