Jabra Enhance Select 200 vs RCA In-Ear

The Jabra Enhance Select 200 is a premium-priced OTC hearing aid that earns a B grade with a SoundScore of 3.9/5 in our lab testing, ranking in the top 35% of OTC devices. At $1,695, it sits at the higher end of the OTC market and has earned HearAdvisor's Expert's Choice Award in both 2023 and 2024. This behind-the-ear device delivers its strongest performance in speech clarity during quiet environments, scoring 3.5/5—a solid result that sits 0.67 points above the OTC category average. Own-voice comfort is another highlight at 3.4/5, which is 0.89 points above average, meaning wearers are less likely to experience the bothersome "talking in a barrel" sensation. Music streaming scores 2.6/5, which is 0.68 points above the category average, though still mixed in absolute terms. The device shows some limitations in challenging listening situations. Speech in noise performance is low at 1.4/5, sitting slightly below the category average. Feedback handling scores a strong 4.0/5 in absolute terms, though this falls 0.54 points below the OTC average of 4.54/5. The Enhance Select 200 includes modern conveniences like rechargeable batteries and streaming compatibility with both iPhone and Android devices, plus hands-free calling capability. However, budget-conscious shoppers should note that several devices in this price range—including the Lucid Tala and Audicus Omni 2—achieve higher scores, and alternatives like the Lucid Engage offer similar sound quality at lower prices. This device is best suited for listeners who prioritize clear speech in quieter settings and natural own-voice quality over performance in noisy environments.

The RCA In-Ear is a budget OTC hearing aid priced at $249, earning a C grade with a SoundScore of 2.8/5 in our lab testing. This places it near the bottom of the OTC category at #64 of 65 devices tested. Speech performance is a significant weakness for this device. Speech in quiet scores just 1.0/5, falling 1.79 points below the category average, while speech in noise also scores 1.0/5, sitting 0.48 points below average. These low absolute scores indicate limited benefit for understanding conversation in most listening situations. Music streaming scored 0.0/5, measuring 1.92 points below the category average—this device is not suitable for audio entertainment. The RCA In-Ear does show strength in feedback handling, scoring an excellent 5.0/5, which is 0.46 points above the category average. Own-voice comfort is mixed at 2.6/5, essentially matching the category average with only a 0.09-point advantage. The rechargeable battery design offers convenience for daily use. At this price point, consumers have substantially higher-performing alternatives. Devices like the Elehear Beyond (4.36/5), Apple AirPods Pro 2 (4.06/5), and several others in the same budget range deliver meaningfully better speech clarity and overall sound quality. The RCA In-Ear may appeal to those prioritizing feedback-free operation above all else, but most users seeking improved hearing will find better value elsewhere in the OTC market.