Jabra Enhance Select 200 vs Widex Allure RIC 440

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.

The Widex Allure RIC 440 is a premium prescription hearing aid released in 2025, priced at $4,398. In HearAdvisor's lab testing, it earned an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.7/5, ranking #7 among 39 prescription hearing aids tested—placing it in the top 15% of its category. This device delivers excellent speech clarity in quiet environments, scoring 4.4/5—a strong result that sits 1.04 points above the category average of 3.40/5. Speech understanding in noisy settings scores 2.3/5, which is above the category average but only mixed in absolute terms. Own-voice comfort is solid at 3.0/5, sitting 0.30 points above average. The most significant limitation is feedback handling, which scores just 1.7/5—a low result that falls 3.02 points below the category average of 4.72/5. Music streaming performance is mixed at 2.7/5, essentially matching the category average. These feedback challenges may require careful management during fitting and daily use. The Allure RIC 440 features rechargeable batteries, iPhone and Android streaming, and hands-free calling capability. At this premium price point, competitors like the Phonak Sphere Infinio (4.98/5) and Oticon Intent (4.83/5) offer higher overall scores. This hearing aid is best suited for users who prioritize speech clarity in quieter listening situations and can work with their hearing care professional to manage feedback limitations.