Hear.com Horizon Go IX vs Lucid Enrich Pro

The Hear.com Horizon Go IX is a premium prescription behind-the-ear hearing aid released in 2024, priced at $6,500. In HearAdvisor's lab testing, it earned an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.4/5, ranking #19 among 39 prescription hearing aids tested. Speech performance is a clear strength for the Horizon Go IX. It scores 4.0/5 in speech-in-quiet conditions—0.64 points above the category average—delivering strong audibility in conversational settings. Speech-in-noise performance also exceeds the category average by 0.46 points, though at 2.6/5 the absolute score remains mixed, meaning challenging listening environments may still pose difficulties. Own-voice comfort is the device's most notable weakness, scoring just 1.8/5—a low result that falls 0.90 points below the category average. Users sensitive to how their own voice sounds may find this limiting. Feedback handling scores 4.4/5, which is strong in absolute terms, though slightly below the category average of 4.72/5. Music streaming performance is essentially average at 2.7/5. At this price point, shoppers face stiff competition. Several alternatives in the same premium tier—including the Phonak Sphere Infinio, Oticon Intent, and Widex Allure RIC 440—deliver higher overall scores. Devices like the Rexton Reach R-Li T80 at Costco offer comparable or better sound performance at lower prices. The Horizon Go IX is best suited for users who prioritize speech clarity and have access to this product through hear.com's network, but those flexible on brand should compare alternatives before committing.

The Lucid Enrich Pro is a budget-priced OTC hearing aid available for $200, earning a B grade with a SoundScore of 3.7/5 in our lab testing. This visible-in-ear style device ranks #31 of 65 OTC hearing aids tested, placing it in the top 46% of its category. The Enrich Pro's standout strength is speech understanding in quiet environments, scoring 3.8/5—nearly a full point above the OTC category average. This solid performance in everyday conversation settings is notable for a device at this price point. Speech in noise measures 1.7/5, which is above the category average but low in absolute terms, indicating limited benefit in challenging acoustic environments like restaurants or group gatherings. Feedback handling is strong at 4.0/5, though slightly below the category average of 4.54/5. Own-voice comfort scores 2.0/5, falling below average and suggesting some users may notice their own voice sounds unnatural. Music streaming is not supported on this device, scoring 0.0/5. The Enrich Pro uses disposable batteries rather than rechargeables. This budget OTC option is best suited for individuals primarily seeking help with face-to-face conversations in quieter settings who don't require streaming capabilities. Buyers prioritizing music streaming or challenging noise environments may want to consider alternatives like the higher-scoring Elehear Beyond or Apple AirPods Pro 2 in this price range.