Jabra Enhance Select 700 vs Signia Pure C&G IX

The Jabra Enhance Select 700 is a premium-priced OTC hearing aid available at $1,795, earning a B grade with a SoundScore of 3.8/5 in our lab testing. This behind-the-ear device ranks #26 of 65 OTC hearing aids tested, placing it in the top 38% of the category. In our testing, the Enhance Select 700 showed notable strengths in comfort-related metrics. Own-voice comfort scored a solid 3.7/5, measuring 1.19 points above the category average—a meaningful advantage for wearers sensitive to the sound of their own voice. Feedback handling was excellent at 5.0/5, well above the 4.54 category average, indicating reliable stability during typical wear. Speech performance presented a mixed picture. Speech in quiet scored a solid 3.1/5, sitting 0.27 points above average. However, speech in noise was a weakness at 1.0/5, falling 0.48 points below the category average—an important consideration if challenging listening environments are a priority. Music streaming scored 2.5/5, which is above the category average by 0.58 points but only mixed in absolute terms. At this price point, several alternatives delivered stronger overall performance in our testing, including the Lucid Tala (4.61/5) and Audicus Omni 2 (4.59/5). The Jabra Enhance Select 300 and Lucid Engage also achieved higher scores at lower prices. The Enhance Select 700 may suit those prioritizing own-voice comfort and feedback stability over speech-in-noise performance, but shoppers should weigh these trade-offs carefully given the premium pricing.

The Signia Pure C&G IX is a premium behind-the-ear prescription hearing aid released in 2023, currently available at $3,298. In HearAdvisor's lab testing, it earned an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.1/5, ranking #22 among 39 prescription hearing aids tested. This device demonstrates notable strengths in speech clarity and feedback control. Speech in quiet scored 4.0/5, which is 0.57 points above the category average—a meaningful advantage for everyday conversations. Feedback handling achieved a perfect 5.0/5, sitting 0.28 points above the already-high category average of 4.72/5. Own-voice comfort also performed well at 3.2/5, exceeding the category average by 0.50 points. Speech in noise presents a more mixed picture. While the 2.2/5 score is technically above the category average by 0.10 points, it remains modest in absolute terms—something to consider if challenging listening environments are a priority. Music streaming scored a solid 3.0/5, sitting 0.24 points above average. The Pure C&G IX features rechargeable batteries and supports streaming to both iPhone and Android devices, including hands-free calling. At this premium price point, competitors like the Phonak Sphere Infinio (4.98/5) and Oticon Intent (4.83/5) achieve higher overall scores. This device may suit those who prioritize clear speech in quieter settings and excellent feedback stability, though buyers seeking stronger noise performance may want to compare alternatives.