Elehear Beyond Pro 2 vs Lexie B3

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 Lexie B3 is a mid-priced OTC hearing aid available at $999 that achieves an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.7/5 in our lab testing, ranking #1 among 65 OTC hearing aid devices tested. This behind-the-ear style device delivers category-leading performance across multiple metrics. Speech clarity is a standout strength. In our lab testing, the Lexie B3 scores an excellent 4.5/5 for speech in quiet, measuring 1.73 points above the OTC category average. Speech in noise performance scores 2.5/5—above the category average by 1.02 points, though only mixed in absolute terms at 2.5/5. This pattern reflects the broader challenge OTC devices face in noisy environments while still positioning the B3 as a top performer relative to its category. Music streaming quality is solid at 3.3/5, outperforming the category average by 1.38 points. Own-voice comfort scores a solid 3.0/5, sitting 0.49 points above average. Feedback handling is excellent at 4.6/5, essentially matching the already-strong category average. The Lexie B3 is best suited for consumers seeking top-tier OTC sound performance without prescription hearing aid costs. Those who prioritize speech clarity in quieter settings will find particular value here. Budget-conscious shoppers may want to consider alternatives like the RxEars Rxi, which offers strong performance at a lower price point.