Go Hearing Go Prime vs Jabra Enhance Select 50R

The Go Hearing Go Prime is a budget-priced OTC hearing aid available for $299, earning a B grade with a SoundScore of 3.3/5 in our lab testing. This visible-in-ear style device with rechargeable batteries ranks #50 of 65 OTC hearing aids tested, placing it in the top 75% of its category. In our testing, the Go Prime delivered mixed results across performance metrics. Its standout strength is excellent feedback handling, scoring a perfect 5.0/5—0.46 points above the category average. This means users can expect stable amplification without whistling during typical daily activities. However, speech clarity showed more modest performance, with speech in quiet scoring 2.7/5 and speech in noise at 1.1/5, both falling slightly below category averages. The device's most significant limitation is music streaming, which scored 0.0/5 in our testing—nearly 2 points below the category average. Users who prioritize phone audio streaming for calls or media should consider alternatives. Own-voice comfort also scored low at 1.8/5, which may result in a "boomy" quality when speaking. At its $299 price point, the Go Prime faces stiff competition. Higher-scoring alternatives in the same price range include the Elehear Beyond (4.34/5) and Apple AirPods Pro 2 (4.04/5). Budget-conscious shoppers might also consider the Olive Union Max or Lucid Enrich Pro, which offer comparable or better sound scores at lower prices. The Go Prime may suit those who prioritize feedback-free amplification and don't need streaming functionality, but most buyers would benefit from exploring these alternatives.

The Jabra Enhance Select 50R is a premium-priced OTC hearing aid at $1,195, earning a B grade with a SoundScore of 3.7/5 in our lab testing. This behind-the-ear device ranks #29 of 65 OTC hearing aids tested, placing it in the top 43% of its category. In our testing, the Select 50R demonstrates notable strengths in speech clarity during quiet environments, scoring 3.5/5—a solid result that sits 0.75 points above the category average. Feedback handling is excellent at 5.0/5, meaning users can expect stable performance without whistling during typical wear. Music streaming also performs above average at 2.8/5, though this remains mixed in absolute terms. The device shows limitations in challenging listening situations. Speech in noise scores just 1.0/5, falling 0.48 points below the category average—a meaningful weakness for those who frequently encounter noisy environments. Own-voice comfort is mixed at 2.5/5, essentially matching the category average. At this price point, shoppers should note that several competitors deliver stronger overall performance. The Jabra Enhance Select 500 scores 4.16/5, while the Lucid Tala and Audicus Omni 2 both exceed 4.5/5. For those prioritizing value, devices like the Sony CRE-C20 offer similar sound performance at lower prices. The Select 50R is best suited for users who primarily need help hearing in quieter settings and value Jabra's ecosystem and reliable feedback control.