Jabra Enhance Pro 20 at Costco vs Jabra Enhance Select 50R

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.

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.