Eargo 6 vs Jabra Enhance Pro 20 at Costco

The Eargo 6 is a premium-priced OTC hearing aid ($2,250) that earns a B grade with a SoundScore of 3.4/5 in our lab testing. This invisible-in-ear device ranks #42 of 65 OTC hearing aids tested, placing it in the top 63% of its category. In our standardized testing, the Eargo 6 demonstrates solid speech clarity in quiet environments, scoring 3.3/5—notably 0.53 points above the OTC category average. Own-voice comfort also performs above category average at 2.9/5, which may benefit users sensitive to the sound of their own voice. However, the device shows limitations in challenging listening situations, with speech-in-noise performance scoring 1.0/5, falling 0.48 points below the category average. A significant limitation is music streaming, which scores 0.0/5—well below the category average by 1.92 points. Users who prioritize streaming audio content should consider alternatives. Feedback handling scores 3.3/5, which is solid in absolute terms though 1.24 points below the category average of 4.54/5. The Eargo 6 may appeal to users prioritizing a completely invisible form factor and solid quiet-environment performance. However, at its premium price point, alternatives like the Sony CRE-C10 offer stronger overall performance at a lower price. The rechargeable battery adds convenience, but buyers should weigh the device's limitations in noise and streaming against its aesthetic benefits.

The Jabra Enhance Pro 20 at Costco is a behind-the-ear prescription hearing aid priced at $1,600, placing it in the premium tier. With a SoundScore of 4.0/5 and an A grade, it ranks #25 of 39 prescription hearing aids tested in our lab. In our testing, this device demonstrates notable strengths in own-voice comfort, scoring 3.5/5—0.80 points above the category average. This solid performance means wearers may find their own voice sounds more natural compared to many competitors. Feedback handling is excellent at 4.8/5, slightly above the category average, indicating reliable stability during movement and phone use. However, the Enhance Pro 20 shows limitations in challenging listening environments. Speech-in-noise performance scores just 1.1/5, falling 0.97 points below the category average—a significant gap that may affect conversations in restaurants, social gatherings, or other noisy settings. Speech-in-quiet is solid at 3.2/5 in absolute terms, though still 0.17 points below the category average. Music streaming scores 2.8/5, which is above the category average but only mixed in absolute terms. This device suits users who prioritize comfortable own-voice perception and excellent feedback control, and who spend most listening time in quieter environments. Those frequently navigating noisy situations may want to consider alternatives like the Rexton Reach R-Li T80 at Costco, which scored 4.56/5 in our testing. The Enhance Pro 20 includes rechargeable batteries, iPhone and Android streaming, and hands-free functionality.