Hearing Test App

Yes it is. We take data privacy and security very seriously. We are GDPR compliant and you can read more about our privacy policy and data usage here.

The Mimi Hearing Test is no longer a CE-certified medical product (class 1) – based on the European Union’s regulatory framework. While the Mimi Hearing Test may no longer hold its CE certification, we remain committed to providing you with a high-quality and user-friendly hearing test experience. This change comes alongside significant updates to our Mimi Hearing Test app for iOS devices, enhancing your experience and providing even better insights into your hearing health. We’re confident that the latest updates to the app will enhance your journey towards better hearing and wellbeing.

The MT test has been removed from the app, as for the foreseeable future we will be focusing on improving our existing products, and concentrating our development efforts on the Pure-Tone Threshold (PTT) Test. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to bringing you more advanced features and functionality in the future.

MT Test results are no longer available within the Mimi Hearing Test App.

We made the decision to remove the current version of the Mimi Hearing Test App from the Google Play Store to focus on developing new and improved services. This step allows us to enhance our other offerings and better align with current technological and regulatory standards. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to bringing you more advanced features and functionality in the future.

Your data and test results stored in the Mimi Hearing Test app for Android will remain accessible through your account. You can continue to access your information securely by logging into your Mimi account online at https://account.mimi.io/login. If you need any assistance or have concerns about accessing your data, please don’t hesitate to contact our support team.

Hearing Number app: Developed in collaboration with the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

Mimi Sound Personalization for Chrome: This extension allows you to personalize sound settings on your Chrome browser.

Mimi Hearing ID: Personalize Mimi-enabled headphones using your Mimi Hearing ID, which you created using the Mimi Hearing Test App.

You can find more information about compatible partner products here.

Mimi is committed to continuing the development of hearing-related apps and services. For the immediate future we will be focusing on enhancing our PTT Hearing Test available on the iOS Mimi Hearing Test App. Additionally, we aim to broaden and improve our offerings for integration partners in various consumer electronics sectors. For more information on sound personalization, our products, and partnerships, please visit our website.

Yes, you can sync your test results to the Apple Health app.

Easily connect your hearing test results to the Apple Health app. To auto save your hearing test results in Apple Health, permissions are required:

Step 1: Enable Permissions

‍Navigate to Settings > Tap Privacy & Security > Tap Health > Tap Hearing Test (Mimi) and enable all categories.

Step 2: Check Your Connection Status Permissions Are Activated

The Mimi app will show a ‘Connected’ status.

Revoking Permissions: If you ever change your mind and revoke permissions, the status will change to ‘To connect’. Just follow the prompts to reconnect.

Step 3: Syncing Your Data

‍Once you give permission, your latest hearing test results will automatically sync with Apple Health.

Yes, headphones are necessary for completing the hearing test. For the most accurate results, we recommend using the supported headphones. You may also use other Bluetooth or wired headphones (with certain exceptions, such as ones with non-compatible adapters), but please note that the accuracy of the results may be affected.

Supported headphones are models that we have tested and accounted for their tuning differences to ensure consistent and accurate test results.

The Mimi App currently supports the following headphones: Apple AirPods (1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th generations), Apple AirPods Max, Apple AirPods Pro (1st and 2nd generations), Apple EarPods, Beats Fit Pro, Powerbeats Pro, Bose QuietComfort 45, Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds, JBL Vibe Buds, JBL Vibe Beam, Nothing Ear, Nothing Ear 2, Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Buds FE, Skullcandy Grind Fuel, Skullcandy Sesh ANC Active, Sony WF-1000XM5, and Sony WH-1000XM4.

For Apple headphones, when using an iPhone or iPad, you can find your model number in the Settings app under Bluetooth or in the [your AirPods] section. Once you have the model number, you can use it to identify your AirPods generation on Apple’s website.For other headphones, refer to the packaging and manual provided by the manufacturer to locate your model number and additional information.

Yes, but results may be less accurate. We’re continuously working to add more supported headphones to the list.

The Mimi Hearing Test measures standard octave frequencies: 250 Hz, 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, 2000 Hz, 4000 Hz, and 8000 Hz. These frequencies cover the range most important for understanding speech and everyday sounds.

Yes, your results will still be accurate. Our system accounts for the slight delays in interacting with your mobile device.

The test is designed to work best in a quiet setting. If conducted in a noisy environment, the results may be inaccurate. For reliable results, we recommend waiting until you're in a quiet space before starting the test.

This is known as a contralateral masker and is a normal part of hearing tests. It is used when assessing hearing to prevent "cross talk," where the non-test ear detects sound intended for the test ear. The contralateral masking noise is introduced in the opposite ear when the pure tone reaches a specific volume level to ensure accurate results.

Yes, you can complete the test. However, tinnitus may mask the test signal in specific frequency ranges, affecting results in those areas. The rest of the test should remain unaffected.

After taking the hearing test you will receive personalized hearing test results.

Hearing Loss Grade: You will receive one of 5 hearing loss grades defined by your better performing ear: No hearing loss / Slight hearing loss / Mild hearing loss / Moderate hearing loss / Severe hearing loss.

Hearing Number: Your Hearing Number is a metric that can help you better understand your hearing and how it changes over time.

Hearing Capacity: The Hearing Capacity, ranging from 0 to 100%, indicates hearing ability for each ear.

Hearing Sensitivity (only available in certain regions): The graph represents how well you hear different frequencies.

Due to regulatory changes associated with updates to our CE certification, the audiogram feature is no longer available in certain regions. To ensure you still have access to your hearing graphs, including historical data, we recommend connecting the Mimi Hearing Test to Apple Health. There, you can conveniently visualize and export your hearing test results.

The Hearing Grade is calculated based on your better-performing ear. This is a standardized approach, as the better ear in daily life often compensates for the other one. You may want to check the guidelines from the World Health Organization (WHO) on this matter.

The Hearing Number for each ear is determined by averaging your hearing thresholds at four key frequencies: 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, 2000 Hz, and 4000 Hz. These frequencies are standard in audiology as they are critical for understanding speech perception.If we are unable to capture data for even one of these frequencies, we cannot calculate the Hearing Number, and it will be listed as unknown.This may occur due to technical limitations during the test.To help capture more complete data, please consider the following tips:

- Make sure you are correctly interacting with the test: press and hold the button when you hear a sound, and release it when the sound stops.

- Take the test in a completely silent environment and use the supported headphones.

- Disable any Audio Effects and Accessibility features on both your phone and headphones, as these can interfere with the sound quality and test accuracy.

- Additionally, if your hearing loss is significant, it is possible that our app may not be able to accurately detect thresholds.

If the results continue to be incomplete, we recommend visiting a hearing professional for a more comprehensive evaluation using advanced diagnostic equipment.

This can happen due to the technical limitations of the test. In some cases, there may not be anything you can do to change the outcome. However, it's also possible that more complete data could be captured by following the test instructions as closely as possible, including ensuring proper headphone placement and a quiet environment.

Here are some tips:

Ensure you’re interacting with the test correctly by pressing and holding when you hear a sound, and releasing when it stops.

Take the test in a completely quiet environment, and use the recommended headphones.

Ensure your headphones are properly fitted and are clean.

Disable any Audio Effects and Accessibility settings on both your phone and headphones, as these can interfere with sound quality and accuracy.

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It’s possible that your hearing loss may have reached a point where the app cannot capture accurate data. In such cases, consult a hearing professional for more advanced diagnostic tools.

The Mimi App is available in several languages, including English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Ukrainian.

The app automatically sets its language based on the phone’s language at the time of installation.

To manually change the app’s language, go to Settings > Mimi Hearing Test > Preferred Language, and choose your desired language from the available options.

At the moment, we don’t allow Mimi Hearing ID creation before completing the test to avoid empty accounts. Once you finish the test, you can then create your account for free. This allows you to securely store and access your results, even if you delete the app or switch devices.Additionally, with your Mimi Hearing ID, you can personalize sound on various Mimi-enabled headphones and TVs through our partner integrations. You can check out the list of compatible devices on our website.

To reset the Mimi account password, please open https://account.mimi.io/login, tap "Forgot the password?" and follow the on-screen instructions. Please check the spam folder as the reset password email can land there.

To change the Mimi account email, please login via https://account.mimi.io/login, tap "Manage my account", then select “Change my email” and follow the on-screen instructions.

To delete your Mimi account, log in at https://account.mimi.io/login, tap "Manage my account", then select "Delete my account" and follow the on-screen instructions. Please note: This action is permanent and cannot be undone.

If the app does not recognize your Bluetooth headphones, follow these steps:

1. Reconnect headphones

‍Go to Settings -> Bluetooth, then disconnect and reconnect your headphones.

2. Test headphones

‍Play music or a video through a different app. Check if you can hear sound through the headphones.

3. Check other connections

‍Make sure your headphones aren’t connected to another device. Turn off Bluetooth on devices that might be connected to your headphones.

4. Restart the app

‍Close the app completely and then reopen it to refresh the connection.

If the issue continues, restart your device or check for app updates. For additional support, please contact support@mimi.io

Try the following steps:
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1. Reset network settings.

2. Switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data.

3. Disable any VPN.

4. Ensure the app has the necessary permissions for internet access.

5. Check for OS or app updates.

6. Test the app on another device, if possible.