Mimi Hearing Test vs hearWHO: Side-by-Side Comparison
This page puts Mimi Hearing Test and hearWHO side by side. It shows what each maker or store says. It does not pick a winner.
At a glance
| Feature | Mimi Hearing Test | hearWHO |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | Mimi Hearing Technologies | World Health Organization and hearX Group |
| Group | Hearing checks | Hearing checks |
| Works on | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, Android |
| Built into the phone | No | No |
| Cost | No cost to download, paid options. The App Store lists the app as free with in-app purchases. It does not say what the purchases unlock. | No cost. The App Store lists the app as free. |
| Good for | People who want a first look at their hearing, and a record to show an audiologist. | Adults who want a quick check of how they hear in noise. |
Main differences
- Mimi Hearing Test works on iPhone, iPad. hearWHO works on iPhone, Android.
- Mimi Hearing Test: no cost to download, paid options. hearWHO: no cost.
What each one does
Mimi Hearing Test
- Tests hearing across a range of frequencies in about 5 minutes.
- Shows results right away.
- Syncs with Apple Health, in regions that support it.
- Tracks changes over time.
- Exports results as a PDF, in some regions.
hearWHO
- Tests how well you hear numbers in background noise.
- Shows your result clearly.
- Keeps a personal record of your hearing check results.
What each one needs
Mimi Hearing Test
- An iPhone or iPad with iOS 16 or later.
- Headphones. The developer lists supported models.
- A quiet place.
hearWHO
- Headphones. The App Store says the type of headphones changes accuracy.
- An iPhone with iOS 15 or later, or an Android phone.
Good to know
Mimi Hearing Test
- The developer says accuracy depends on your headphones and room noise. Other headphones may give less accurate results.
- The developer says the app is not medical advice or a diagnosis. It calls the test an initial evaluation and says to seek advice from a medical professional.
hearWHO
- The App Store disclaimer says the app is for people 16 and over. It says results for children are not reliable.
- The disclaimer calls the app a first step and a screening tool that may misclassify some cases. It says to seek advice from a medical professional, especially after an unfavorable result.
How to choose
- Check your phone first. Some apps work on one kind of phone only.
- Read the limits for each app above. Then read each full page.
- Check the cost on the store listing before you install.
- Try one app at a time. Tell your audiologist which one helps.
This guide is general information. It does not diagnose hearing loss and it does not replace a hearing evaluation. An app cannot tell you why you hear less. An audiologist can.
More comparisons
Read more on our site
- Different ways to test for hearing loss
- How do I get my hearing checked?
- What to expect at a hearing test
- How to read an audiogram
Sources
We read these pages on November 10, 2026. Prices and phone requirements change, so check the listing before you install.
- Mimi Hearing Test: Mimi Hearing Test on the App Store
- Mimi Hearing Test: Mimi: hearing test app
- hearWHO: hearWHO on the App Store
- hearWHO: World Health Organization: hearWHO
Need help choosing?
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