Elehear Beyond Pro vs Jabra Enhance Select 700

The Elehear Beyond Pro is a mid-priced OTC hearing aid that delivers exceptional performance in our lab testing, earning an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.8/5. At $631, this behind-the-ear device ranks #2 among 63 tested OTC hearing aids, placing it in the top 2% of its category. Speech performance stands out as a major strength. Speech in quiet scores a strong 4.3/5, which is 1.66 points above the category average of 2.64/5. Speech in noise performance is equally impressive at 3.6/5—a solid score that sits 2.47 points above the category average of just 1.13/5. For users who prioritize conversation clarity, these results are among the best we've measured in the OTC space. Music streaming quality is another highlight, scoring a solid 3.8/5 compared to the category average of 1.93/5—a difference of 1.87 points. Feedback handling is excellent at 5.0/5, slightly above the already-high category average. However, own-voice comfort is a notable weakness at 1.2/5, falling 1.29 points below the category average of 2.49/5. Users sensitive to how their own voice sounds may find this bothersome. The Beyond Pro features rechargeable batteries and supports both iPhone and Android streaming with hands-free capability. It has received HearAdvisor's Expert's Choice Award for both 2024 and 2025. This device is best suited for users who prioritize speech clarity and streaming quality over own-voice comfort, and who want near-premium performance at a mid-tier price point.

The Jabra Enhance Select 700 is a premium-priced OTC hearing aid available for $1,795, earning a B grade with a SoundScore of 3.9/5 in our lab testing. This places it in the top 24% of OTC hearing aids tested, ranking #16 of 63 devices in the category. In our testing, this behind-the-ear device demonstrated notable strengths in own-voice comfort, scoring 3.7/5—a solid result that sits 1.21 points above the category average. This suggests users may experience less of the "talking in a barrel" sensation common with some hearing aids. Feedback handling was excellent at 5.0/5, indicating strong resistance to whistling during typical daily movements. Speech clarity presents a mixed picture. Speech in quiet environments scored a solid 3.1/5, which is 0.46 points above the category average. However, speech in noise scored just 0.8/5, falling 0.33 points below average—a notable limitation for users who frequently encounter noisy environments like restaurants or social gatherings. Music streaming scored 2.5/5, above the category average but only mixed in absolute terms. At this price point, buyers should note that several alternatives in the same price range delivered higher overall scores in our testing, including the Jabra Enhance Select 300 and 500 models. The Enhance Select 700 may appeal to those prioritizing own-voice comfort and feedback-free performance, but users needing strong speech-in-noise performance should consider alternatives.