Elehear Beyond Pro 2 vs Jabra Enhance Select M3

The Elehear Beyond Pro 2 is a mid-priced OTC hearing aid that earned an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.0/5 in HearAdvisor's lab testing. Priced at $899, this behind-the-ear device delivers solid overall performance with particular strengths in specific areas. In our testing, the Beyond Pro 2 demonstrated exceptional music streaming quality, scoring 4.3/5—a strong result that sits 2.37 points above the OTC category average. This makes it a standout choice for users who prioritize audio entertainment through their hearing aids. Feedback handling also impressed at a perfect 5.0/5, exceeding the already-high category average by 0.46 points, meaning wearers should experience minimal whistling during everyday use. Speech performance presents a more mixed picture. Speech in noise scored 2.0/5, which is above the category average by 0.52 points but still mixed in absolute terms—helpful context for users expecting challenging listening environments. Speech in quiet registered at 2.7/5, slightly below the category average. Own-voice comfort is a notable weakness at 1.4/5, falling 1.12 points below the category average, which may affect how natural your own voice sounds while wearing these devices. The Elehear Beyond Pro 2 is best suited for users who value excellent streaming audio quality and reliable feedback control, and who can accept trade-offs in own-voice comfort and speech clarity in quiet settings.

The Jabra Enhance Select M3 is a premium behind-the-ear OTC hearing aid priced at $1,995 that earns an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.0/5 in our lab testing. This places it above the OTC category average of 3.69/5, reflecting solid overall performance for users seeking an over-the-counter solution. In our testing, the Enhance Select M3 demonstrates notable strengths in speech clarity during quiet environments, scoring 3.8/5—a solid result that sits 0.95 points above the category average. Music streaming quality also performs well at 2.8/5, which is 0.87 points above average for OTC devices, though still mixed in absolute terms. Feedback handling is excellent at 4.6/5, meaning users should experience minimal whistling or squealing during daily wear. The device shows limitations in challenging listening situations. Speech in noise scores 1.3/5, falling 0.18 points below the category average, indicating that noisy restaurants or crowded gatherings may remain difficult. Own-voice comfort is above average at 2.7/5 (+0.18 vs category), though this remains mixed in absolute terms—some users may notice their own voice sounds slightly different. At this price point, budget-conscious shoppers may want to explore alternatives offering similar or better sound quality at lower cost. The Jabra Enhance Select M3 is best suited for those who prioritize speech clarity in quieter settings and music streaming quality, and who prefer the Jabra ecosystem and design. Users frequently in noisy environments may want to consider other options.