Lexie B2 Plus vs Meta Ray-Ban Glasses (Gen 2)

The Lexie B2 Plus is a mid-priced OTC hearing aid that earns an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.4/5, placing it in the top 9% of OTC devices tested in our lab. At $899, this behind-the-ear style device delivers strong performance in several key areas while showing some limitations worth considering. In our testing, the Lexie B2 Plus excels in speech clarity for quiet environments, scoring a strong 4.3/5—significantly above the OTC category average by 1.49 points. Own-voice comfort is a particular standout at 4.8/5, well above the category average by 2.29 points, meaning wearers are unlikely to experience the hollow or booming quality of their own voice that can make some hearing aids uncomfortable. Speech in noise performance scores 2.1/5, which is above the OTC category average by 0.58 points but remains mixed in absolute terms—typical for this device class. Music streaming scores 2.6/5, similarly above average by 0.68 points while remaining modest overall. Feedback handling at 2.8/5 falls below the category average by 1.74 points, which may require attention during phone calls or when wearing hats. The Lexie B2 Plus is a solid choice for users prioritizing speech clarity in quieter settings and natural own-voice comfort. It features rechargeable batteries and streaming compatibility with both iPhone and Android devices. This two-time Expert's Choice Award winner (2023, 2024) competes against devices like the higher-scoring Sony CRE-E10 in its price range, but offers a compelling balance of comfort and core speech performance.

The Meta Ray-Ban Glasses (Gen 2) is a budget-priced amplification product at $375 that earned a B grade with a SoundScore of 3.8/5 in our lab testing. This hearing glasses device ranks #2 of 8 in the Amplification Product category, placing it in the top 13% of its class. This device excels in areas that complement its lifestyle-focused design. Music streaming performance is strong at 4.3/5, scoring 3.14 points above the category average—a standout result for amplification products. Own-voice comfort is excellent at 4.7/5, measuring 2.06 points above category average, meaning users should experience minimal occlusion or unnatural sound when speaking. However, core speech amplification metrics reveal limitations. Speech in quiet scores 2.7/5, which is 0.62 points above the category average but only mixed in absolute terms. Speech in noise is low at 1.6/5, though still 0.25 points above the category average of 1.37/5. Feedback handling is a notable weakness at 1.9/5, falling 2.38 points below the category average—users may experience more whistling or instability than with other amplification devices. The Meta Ray-Ban Glasses (Gen 2) is best suited for consumers who prioritize music streaming quality and comfortable own-voice perception over maximum speech clarity. Those seeking primary amplification for conversation in challenging listening environments may want to consider alternatives with stronger speech performance.