Eargo SE vs Jabra Enhance Select M3

The Eargo SE is a premium-priced OTC hearing aid at $1,699, featuring an invisible-in-ear design and earning a B grade with a SoundScore of 3.1/5 in our lab testing. This places it in the top 85% of the OTC hearing aid category, ranking #56 of 65 devices tested. In our testing, the Eargo SE demonstrated solid performance in speech clarity for quiet environments, scoring 3.2/5—0.43 points above the category average. Feedback handling was excellent at 4.6/5, meaning users should experience stable performance without whistling issues. However, the device showed limitations in challenging listening situations, with speech in noise scoring 1.3/5, which falls 0.23 points below the category average. A notable weakness is the complete absence of music streaming capability, scoring 0.0/5 compared to the category average of 1.92/5. Own-voice comfort scored 2.4/5, slightly below the category average. These mixed results suggest the Eargo SE prioritizes its discreet form factor over comprehensive audio features. The Eargo SE may appeal to users who prioritize an invisible design and primarily need help hearing conversations in quieter settings. However, given its premium price point and the availability of alternatives like the Jabra Enhance Select 50R that deliver stronger overall scores at lower prices, value-conscious consumers may want to explore other options before committing.

The Jabra Enhance Select M3 is a premium OTC hearing aid priced at $1,995, earning an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.1/5 in our lab testing. This behind-the-ear device delivers strong overall performance, positioning it well above the OTC category average of 3.69/5. In our testing, the Enhance Select M3 demonstrated notable strengths in speech clarity for quiet environments, scoring 3.8/5—a solid result that sits 0.95 points above the category average. Feedback handling proved excellent at 4.6/5, essentially matching the already-high category standard. Music streaming performance also exceeded category norms by 0.87 points, though the absolute score of 2.8/5 remains mixed rather than exceptional. The device shows limitations in challenging listening situations. Speech in noise scored 1.3/5, falling 0.18 points below the category average and representing a low absolute performance level. Own-voice comfort scored 2.7/5—above the category average by 0.18 points but only mixed in absolute terms, which may affect naturalness during conversations. Consumers seeking alternatives may find similar or better sound performance at lower price points from devices like the Sennheiser All Day Clear or Jabra Enhance Pro 20 at Costco. The Enhance Select M3 is best suited for those who prioritize speech clarity in quieter settings and reliable feedback control, but who encounter fewer noisy environments in their daily routines.