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Jabra Enhance Pro 20 at Costco vs Jabra Enhance Select 500

Side-by-side HearAdvisor lab results with SoundGrades, expert pick badges, and the same visualizations we use in product reviews.

Uses Official HearAdvisor Lab Data
Expert Choice
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Jabra Enhance Pro 20 at Costco Hero
JabraSoundScore 4.0Grade A

Jabra Enhance Pro 20 at Costco

The Jabra Enhance Pro 20 at Costco is a behind-the-ear prescription hearing aid priced at $1,600, placing it in the premium tier. With a SoundScore of 4.0/5 and an A grade, it ranks #25 of 39 prescription hearing aids tested in our lab. In our testing, this device demonstrates notable strengths in own-voice comfort, scoring 3.5/5—0.80 points above the category average. This solid performance means wearers may find their own voice sounds more natural compared to many competitors. Feedback handling is excellent at 4.8/5, slightly above the category average, indicating reliable stability during movement and phone use. However, the Enhance Pro 20 shows limitations in challenging listening environments. Speech-in-noise performance scores just 1.1/5, falling 0.97 points below the category average—a significant gap that may affect conversations in restaurants, social gatherings, or other noisy settings. Speech-in-quiet is solid at 3.2/5 in absolute terms, though still 0.17 points below the category average. Music streaming scores 2.8/5, which is above the category average but only mixed in absolute terms. This device suits users who prioritize comfortable own-voice perception and excellent feedback control, and who spend most listening time in quieter environments. Those frequently navigating noisy situations may want to consider alternatives like the Rexton Reach R-Li T80 at Costco, which scored 4.56/5 in our testing. The Enhance Pro 20 includes rechargeable batteries, iPhone and Android streaming, and hands-free functionality.

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Jabra Enhance Select 500 Hero
JabraSoundScore 4.2Grade A

Jabra Enhance Select 500

The Jabra Enhance Select 500 is a premium behind-the-ear OTC hearing aid priced at $1,995 that earns an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.2/5 in our lab testing. This places it in the top 18% of the OTC hearing aid category, ranking #13 among 65 tested devices. In our testing, speech clarity in quiet environments stands out as a key strength, scoring 4.3/5—a strong result that measures 1.50 points above the category average. Feedback handling is excellent at 4.6/5, ensuring stable performance during everyday movements. Music streaming quality scores 2.9/5, which is 0.98 points above the category average but only mixed in absolute terms. The device shows some limitations worth noting. Speech understanding in noisy environments scores 1.8/5, which is above the category average by 0.31 points but low in absolute terms—a common challenge across OTC devices. Own-voice comfort scores 2.2/5, falling 0.31 points below the category average, which may be noticeable for users sensitive to how their own voice sounds. This two-time Expert's Choice Award winner (2023, 2024) offers rechargeable batteries and streaming compatibility with both iPhone and Android devices, including hands-free calling. Consumers seeking similar sound quality at a lower price point may want to compare the Jabra Enhance Select 300 or Lucid Engage. The Enhance Select 500 is best suited for those prioritizing strong speech clarity in quieter settings and reliable streaming performance within the premium OTC segment.

Performance metrics

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Lab metric by fit

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Speech in quietNew
Jabra Enhance Pro 20 at Costco3.2
Jabra Enhance Select 5004.3
Speech in noiseNew
Jabra Enhance Pro 20 at Costco1.1
Jabra Enhance Select 5001.8
Own voice
Jabra Enhance Pro 20 at Costco3.5
Jabra Enhance Select 5002.2
Feedback handling
Jabra Enhance Pro 20 at Costco4.8
Jabra Enhance Select 5004.6
Music streaming
Jabra Enhance Pro 20 at Costco2.8
Jabra Enhance Select 5002.9
Overall fit score
Jabra Enhance Pro 20 at Costco3.9
Jabra Enhance Select 5004.3

Speech level

Adjust input dB (Tuned)

Amplification (REIG)

Insertion gain at 65 dB (Tuned)

Fitting configuration for tuned fit

Jabra Enhance Pro 20 at CostcoJabra Enhance Select 500
Ear CouplingTulip Dome
Ear CouplingTulip Dome
ReceiverMedium-power
ReceiverMedium-power
Fitting FormulaAudiogram+ (Manufacturer proprietary targets)
Fitting FormulaProprietary manufacturer default
Listening ProgramUniversal (Automatic)
Listening ProgramAll-Around (Automatic)
Volume SettingAdjusted to match NAL-NL2 targets at 55, 65, and 75 dB SPL
Volume Setting80% (4/5 volume)
Software VersionFirmware v9.18.12, Software v2.0.132.26
Software VersionUnknown
Tuning AdjustmentsProgrammed to N3 audiogram, Experience Level set at "Experienced User Non-Linear", Other settings at manufacturer defaults
Tuning AdjustmentsProgrammed to N3 audiogram, 3-Band equalizer adjusted, Other settings at manufacturer defaults
Notesn/a
Notes–