HearingAssist Eaze vs Jabra Enhance Select 200

The HearingAssist Eaze is a budget-priced OTC hearing aid that earned a B grade with a SoundScore of 3.4/5 in our lab testing. At $399, it positions itself as an affordable behind-the-ear option in the crowded OTC market, ranking #43 of 65 OTC hearing aids tested. In our testing, the Eaze showed mixed results across performance categories. 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 performance without whistling during typical daily activities. However, speech performance is a weakness: speech in quiet scored 2.6/5 (0.20 points below average) and speech in noise scored just 1.3/5 (also 0.20 points below average), which may limit benefit in challenging listening environments. The most significant limitation is music streaming, which scored 0.0/5—nearly 2 points below the category average of 1.92/5. Consumers who prioritize streaming audio from their phones should consider alternatives. Own-voice comfort also scored below average at 2.2/5, which may affect how natural users sound to themselves. At this price point, buyers have several higher-scoring alternatives to consider, including the Elehear Beyond (4.34/5) and Apple AirPods Pro 2 (4.04/5). The Eaze may suit budget-conscious consumers who prioritize feedback-free wear over streaming capability and don't frequently encounter noisy environments.

The Jabra Enhance Select 200 is a premium-priced OTC hearing aid that earned a B grade with a SoundScore of 3.9/5 in our lab testing, placing it in the top 35% of the OTC hearing aid category. At $1,695, this behind-the-ear device offers solid performance in several key areas, though it faces stiff competition from higher-scoring alternatives at similar price points. In our testing, this device showed particular strength in speech clarity during quiet listening situations, scoring 3.5/5—0.67 points above the category average. Own-voice comfort was another highlight at 3.4/5, finishing 0.89 points above average, which suggests users may find their own voice sounds more natural compared to many competitors. Music streaming scored 2.6/5, which is above the category average by 0.68 points but still only mixed in absolute terms. The device's limitations become apparent in challenging listening environments. Speech in noise scored just 1.4/5, slightly below the category average and low in absolute terms—a consideration for users who frequently encounter noisy restaurants or social gatherings. Feedback handling scored 4.0/5, which is strong in absolute terms though 0.54 points below the category average. The Enhance Select 200 has earned Expert's Choice Awards in both 2023 and 2024, reflecting its reliable real-world performance. With Bluetooth streaming for both iPhone and Android, rechargeable batteries, and hands-free capability, it offers modern convenience features. However, shoppers should note that several competitors in this price range—including the Lucid Tala and Audicus Omni 2—scored notably higher in our testing. This device is best suited for users who prioritize speech clarity in quieter environments and own-voice comfort over performance in noisy situations.