Audicus Omni 2 vs Phonak Audeo R Infinio 90

The Audicus Omni 2 is a premium-priced behind-the-ear OTC hearing aid available for $1,898. With a SoundScore of 4.6/5 and an A grade, it ranks #5 among 65 OTC hearing aids tested, placing it in the top 6% of its category. In our lab testing, the Omni 2 demonstrates strong speech clarity in quiet environments, scoring 4.2/5—well above the category average by 1.38 points. Speech in noise performance is more modest at 2.3/5, which is above the category average by 0.79 points but mixed in absolute terms. This pattern suggests the device handles everyday conversations well while challenging listening situations may still present difficulty. Music streaming is a particular strength, scoring 3.6/5 and exceeding the category average by a substantial 1.68 points. Feedback handling is excellent at 4.5/5, virtually matching the category average. Own-voice comfort scores a solid 3.0/5, which is 0.49 points above average for OTC devices. The Omni 2 offers both rechargeable and disposable battery options, along with streaming compatibility for iPhone and Android devices with hands-free capability. It has earned Expert's Choice Awards for both 2023 and 2024. Consumers seeking alternatives in this price range may also consider the similarly-priced Lucid Tala, while the lower-priced Lexie B3 offers competitive performance for those with tighter budgets.

The Phonak Audeo R Infinio 90 is a premium prescription behind-the-ear hearing aid released in 2024, priced at $4,996. In our lab testing, it earned an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.4/5, ranking #18 among 39 prescription hearing aids tested. Speech clarity is a standout strength in our testing. Speech in quiet scored 4.4/5, a strong result that sits 1.01 points above the category average. Speech in noise performance is more mixed at 2.5/5—above the category average by 0.37 points, but only moderate in absolute terms. This pattern suggests the Infinio 90 excels in calmer listening environments while offering incremental benefits in challenging noise. Streaming music quality impressed at 4.0/5, a strong score that lands 1.24 points above category average. Feedback handling scored 4.2/5, which is strong in absolute terms though 0.52 points below the category average. Own-voice comfort was mixed at 2.2/5, falling 0.50 points below average—something to discuss with your hearing care provider if natural voice quality is a priority. The Infinio 90 competes in a crowded premium segment. At this price point, alternatives like the Phonak Sphere Infinio (4.98/5) and Oticon Intent (4.83/5) achieved higher overall scores in our testing. Buyers seeking Phonak's ecosystem and strong speech-in-quiet performance may find the Infinio 90 appealing, though those prioritizing noise performance or own-voice comfort should compare options carefully with their provider.