GoHearing Ultra vs Oticon More

The GoHearing Ultra is a budget-priced OTC behind-the-ear hearing aid that earned a B grade with a SoundScore of 3.1/5 in our lab testing. At $499, it sits in the most affordable tier of OTC devices, though its overall performance ranks 58th out of 65 OTC hearing aids tested. This device shows a distinctive performance profile with notable strengths in specific areas. Feedback handling earned an excellent 5.0/5, scoring 0.46 points above the category average—meaning users are unlikely to experience whistling or squealing during typical use. Music streaming also performed well at 3.6/5, a solid score that sits 1.68 points above the OTC average of 1.92/5, making it a reasonable choice for those who prioritize phone audio streaming. However, the GoHearing Ultra struggles in core speech understanding metrics. Speech in quiet scored just 1.0/5, falling 1.79 points below the category average, while speech in noise also scored 1.0/5, sitting 0.48 points below average. Own-voice comfort measured 1.9/5, which is 0.61 points below the typical OTC device. These low speech scores significantly limit the device's utility for its primary purpose of improving conversation clarity. Consumers seeking better overall value in this price range may want to consider alternatives like the Elehear Beyond (4.36/5) or Apple AirPods Pro 2 (4.06/5), which deliver substantially stronger speech performance. The GoHearing Ultra may suit buyers who prioritize streaming audio and feedback-free wear over speech enhancement, but those seeking meaningful speech benefit should explore higher-performing options.

The Oticon More is a premium behind-the-ear prescription hearing aid that earned an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.6/5 in our lab testing, placing it in the top 22% of the 36 prescription hearing aids we've evaluated. Released in 2021, this device remains competitive and has received HearAdvisor's Expert's Choice Award in both 2023 and 2024. In our testing, the Oticon More demonstrated strong speech clarity performance. Speech in quiet scored 4.0/5, which is 0.73 points above the category average—a notable margin that reflects genuine audibility advantages in everyday conversations. Speech in noise measured 2.7/5, which is above the category average by 0.75 points, though only mixed in absolute terms, meaning challenging listening environments may still require effort. Own-voice comfort scored a solid 3.1/5 (+0.35 vs category average), and music streaming measured 3.0/5 (+0.36 vs category average), both performing above typical prescription aids. Feedback handling scored 3.5/5, which is solid in absolute terms, though below the category average of 4.71/5 by 1.21 points—something to discuss with your hearing care provider. At $4,598, this is a premium-priced device offering iPhone and Android streaming, hands-free calling, and your choice of rechargeable or disposable batteries. The Oticon More is well-suited for those prioritizing speech clarity who want a proven performer from an established manufacturer. Competitors in this price range include the newer Oticon Intent (4.85/5) and Oticon Real (4.75/5), which may be worth comparing during your fitting appointment.